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backport

Copy development branch tooling and plans to starter-template with dry-run preview.

Updated Jan 27, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#claude-code#branch-management#starter-template#backport#tooling-sync
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/matthewdeaves/peertalk --skill backport
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: backport
Source: https://github.com/matthewdeaves/peertalk/tree/main/.claude/skills/backport
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/matthewdeaves/peertalk --skill backport

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Keeps the starter-template branch in sync with the latest Claude Code tooling and plans by copying updates from the development branch, reducing drift and manual rework.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Syncs the latest .claude/, docker/, tools/, scripts/, plan/, and CI workflows from the development branch to starter-template.
  • Resets all plan statuses to OPEN to reinitialize the template for new work phases.
  • Supports a dry-run option to preview changes before applying them.

Quick Start

Run /backport to sync the latest tooling and plans from the development branch into starter-template.

Frequently Asked Questions about backport

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I sync tooling updates to a starter-template branch?▼

To sync tooling updates to a starter-template branch, run /backport. It copies .claude/, docker/, tools/, scripts/, plan/, and CI workflows from your development branch to prevent configuration drift.

What is the best way to prevent branch drift when updating Claude Code tooling?▼

Preventing branch drift when updating Claude Code tooling requires synchronizing development updates to your starter-template. This process copies directories like .claude/ and tools/ while resetting plan statuses to OPEN.

Can I preview changes before syncing files to the starter-template?▼

Yes, you can preview changes before syncing files to the starter-template by using the --dry-run option. This allows you to review tooling and plan updates before applying them to the branch.

Does the backport process reset plan statuses when synchronizing branches?▼

Yes, the branch synchronization process resets all plan statuses to OPEN. This reinitializes the starter-template for new work phases after copying the latest plans from the development branch.

What directories are included when synchronizing development tooling to a starter branch?▼

Synchronizing development tooling to a starter branch includes the .claude/, docker/, tools/, scripts/, plan/, and .github/workflows directories. This ensures all mirrored tooling content remains consistent across branches.

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