convex-crons

Add recurring scheduled jobs (crons) to the Convex app.

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Add scheduled jobs (crons)

Define recurring jobs in convex/crons.ts targeting internal functions, with sane intervals and idempotent handlers.

Workflow

Create convex/crons.ts with cronJobs().
Schedule internal functions (never public api.*) at the right interval.
Make handlers idempotent (safe to re-run); keep each run small.
Verify the job appears in the dashboard schedule.

Rules

Schedule internal.* functions, never api.*.
Keep cron handlers small + idempotent.
Don't poll tight intervals for things a subscription can push.

Get it through your agent

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{
  "tool": "retrieve_skill_bundle",
  "arguments": {
    "query": "convex-crons"
  }
}

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