Executable Prompts

# Executable Prompts

Transform your prompts into standalone executable scripts that can be run directly from the command line, integrated into shell workflows, and used as command-line tools. You can also pipe or redirect any prompt file to AIA without making it executable.

## What Are Executable Prompts?

Executable prompts are prompt files with a shebang line (`#!`) and executable permission (`chmod +x`) that can be run directly from the command line. When you run an executable prompt, AIA strips the shebang, parses YAML front matter for configuration, processes directives, and sends the body to the AI model.

Any prompt file can also be piped or redirected to AIA without a shebang line or executable permission — see [Piping and Redirection](#piping-and-redirection) below.

## Creating Executable Prompts

### Basic Structure