cleanproject

Remove temporary files and build artifacts with Git checkpoint protection.

1|Updated Jan 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/manastalukdar/claude-devstudio --skill cleanproject
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Skill: cleanproject
Source: https://github.com/manastalukdar/claude-devstudio/tree/main/skills/cleanproject
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/manastalukdar/claude-devstudio --skill cleanproject

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the removal of temporary files, debug artifacts, and other non-essential development clutter from your project directory, ensuring a clean workspace without risking important code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Safe Artifact Removal: Identifies and deletes common temporary files (e.g., .log, .tmp, *~) and build artifacts.
  • Git Checkpoint Protection: Creates a Git commit before cleanup, allowing easy rollback if any critical files are accidentally removed.
  • Token Optimization: Employs Bash commands and pattern matching to minimize token usage compared to file-reading approaches.
  • Use Case: After a long development session, run this skill to quickly remove generated log files and temporary build outputs, freeing up disk space and reducing clutter.

Quick Start

Run the cleanproject skill to remove temporary files and debug artifacts from your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about cleanproject

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

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How do I safely clean temporary files and debug artifacts from my project directory?

Automated project cleanup removes temporary files and debug artifacts by targeting specific extensions like .log and .tmp. It establishes a Git checkpoint commit beforehand, guaranteeing you can rollback your project directory if critical files are accidentally deleted.

How does Git checkpointing protect my code when removing build caches?

Git checkpointing protects your code during build cache removal by creating a commit before the cleanup process begins. This mechanism captures the exact project state, allowing you to instantly restore any accidentally deleted files using standard Git history rollback commands.

What is the best way to remove development clutter without reading file contents?

The best way to remove development clutter without reading file contents is leveraging efficient Bash commands and shell pattern matching. This approach optimizes token usage by directly targeting and deleting build caches and temporary extensions instead of parsing file data.

Does this project hygiene method work without external dependencies?

Yes, this project hygiene method works without external dependencies because it relies entirely on standard Bash commands and Git checkpointing. It efficiently identifies and deletes temporary file extensions, build caches, and debug logs using built-in shell operations.

Why should I use bash pattern matching instead of file-reading approaches for project cleanup?

You should use bash pattern matching instead of file-reading approaches for project cleanup to optimize token usage. By leveraging efficient shell operations to target temporary files and debug logs directly, it avoids the overhead and cost of reading file contents.

When should I not use automated project cleanup for temporary files?

You should not use automated project cleanup for temporary files if you have uncommitted changes in your working directory, as the Git checkpoint protection requires a clean state to safely rollback. Additionally, ensure no critical files match the targeted temporary extensions or debug artifact patterns.