checkpoint

Save mid-session context and decisions to a persistent vault.

50|4|Updated Mar 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sliamh11/Deus --skill checkpoint-sliamh11
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: checkpoint
Source: https://github.com/sliamh11/Deus/tree/main/.claude/skills/checkpoint
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sliamh11/Deus --skill checkpoint-sliamh11

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Save a mid-session checkpoint to preserve decisions and context for continuity within the same day.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Context preservation: captures decisions and intermediate conclusions for later reference.
  • Session continuity: ensures you can resume projects without redoing work after breaks or restarts.
  • Easy restoration: loads the last checkpoint to restore state quickly when you return.

Quick Start

Trigger a checkpoint save now to preserve the current session state for later resumption.

Frequently Asked Questions about checkpoint

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I preserve session context and decisions for later resumption?

To preserve session context, you can save a mid-session checkpoint that captures decisions and intermediate conclusions to a persistent vault, ensuring you can resume projects without redoing work after breaks or restarts.

How does saving a mid-session checkpoint work for project continuity?

Saving a mid-session checkpoint works by writing current context and decisions to a configured vault path using a deterministic file naming convention, applying role-specific behavior to store metadata for easy restoration when you return.

Can I use session checkpoints to restore state for external projects?

Yes, session checkpoints support both home mode and external projects, applying role-specific behavior and storing metadata to restore your working state quickly when you return to the project.

Do I need a configured vault path to save session continuity checkpoints?

Yes, you need access to a configured vault path because the checkpoint mechanism requires it to write saved context and decisions using a deterministic file naming convention for persistent storage.

What is the best way to maintain same-day session continuity across breaks?

The best way to maintain same-day session continuity is triggering a checkpoint save to capture your current session state, allowing you to load the last checkpoint and restore your working state quickly upon return.

Why does session checkpointing only preserve continuity within the same day?

Session checkpointing is designed specifically for same-day continuity, capturing mid-session context and decisions to ensure you can resume projects without redoing work after short breaks or system restarts within that timeframe.