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begin-session

Assembles a read-only briefing from session logs, Git health, and build verification.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#roadmap#memory#handoff#read-only#build-check#session-briefing#git-health
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bretstarr2024/TSC-PRIMARY-WEBSITE --skill begin-session-bretstarr2024
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: begin-session
Source: https://github.com/bretstarr2024/TSC-PRIMARY-WEBSITE/tree/main/.claude/skills/begin-session
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bretstarr2024/TSC-PRIMARY-WEBSITE --skill begin-session-bretstarr2024

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Read-only session startup — loads last session's ledger and handoff, checks git and build health, presents a structured briefing to guide next work without making changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Load the most recent session ledger and HANDOFF.md to surface session context, status, and next actions.
  • Perform a non-destructive Git health check and a build verification, then summarize results for planning.
  • Load MEMORY.md and roadmap/product-brief to anchor the briefing with guardrails, priorities, and references.

Quick Start

Instruct the system to begin a new read-only session briefing without altering code or repository state.

Frequently Asked Questions about begin-session

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a read-only session briefing before starting coding work?▼

A read-only session briefing loads your latest session ledger YAMLs and HANDOFF.md to surface context, status, and next actions without altering your code or repository state.

How does a non-destructive git health check work for session handoffs?▼

A non-destructive git health check performs a build verification and reports repository status, including any new commits or divergences since the last session, without making changes to the codebase.

What is a session ledger and how does it help with development context?▼

A session ledger is a YAML record that stores previous coding session context. Loading the latest ledger alongside MEMORY.md surfaces guardrails, priorities, risks, and questions for your current work.

Can I use a roadmap and product brief to guide my current coding session?▼

Yes, loading a roadmap and product brief alongside MEMORY.md anchors your session briefing with strategic priorities and donor/kernel references to guide development work safely.

How do I check for new commits and branch divergences before resuming work?▼

Performing a git health check reports any new commits or branch divergences since your last session, providing a clear status summary to inform your next development steps.

Does a session briefing modify my repository or codebase state?▼

No, a session briefing is strictly read-only. It assembles structured context from ledger YAMLs, MEMORY.md, and roadmap files while verifying git and build health without making changes.

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