cleanup-loops

Reconcile process IDs with state files to clean stale AI agent loops.

7|2|Updated Jan 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/BrennonTWilliams/little-loops --skill cleanup-loops
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Skill: cleanup-loops
Source: https://github.com/BrennonTWilliams/little-loops/tree/main/skills/cleanup-loops
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BrennonTWilliams/little-loops --skill cleanup-loops

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill resolves the accumulation of orphaned, stuck, or abandoned AI agent processes that consume system resources and clutter the workspace, ensuring your development environment remains clean and efficient.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Diagnostics: Automatically identifies dead processes, stale lock files, and abandoned loop states.
  • Safe Recovery: Provides a structured workflow to either resume interrupted work or safely archive and clean up stale state files.
  • Use Case: If you have multiple long-running AI tasks that were interrupted by a system crash or a manual Ctrl-C, use this skill to audit all active loops and prune the ones you no longer intend to finish.

Quick Start

Run the cleanup-loops skill to scan your environment and interactively remove any stale or stuck loop processes.

Frequently Asked Questions about cleanup-loops

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

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How do I clean up stuck AI agent loops taking up system resources?

To clean up stuck AI agent loops, you can automate the recovery process by reconciling persistent state files with active process IDs. This scans local loop directories to identify orphaned tasks and safely archives or removes them.

What is the best way to recover abandoned AI workflows after a system crash?

The best way to recover abandoned AI workflows after a crash is to audit active loops and prune stale state files. This interactively diagnoses process health, allowing you to either resume interrupted work or safely clean up abandoned tasks.

Do I need bash access to remove stale lock files and dead processes?

Yes, you need bash access to remove stale lock files and dead processes. Bash is required to verify active process status and manage filesystem artifacts within the local `.loops` directory structure during cleanup.

Why does my AI agent process management leave orphaned tasks in the workspace?

AI agent process management leaves orphaned tasks when long-running loops are interrupted by manual termination or system crashes. These interrupted processes fail to clean up their persistent state files, causing them to become stuck or stale.

Can I automate the archival of interrupted agentic workflows without losing state data?

Yes, you can automate the archival of interrupted agentic workflows without losing state data. The recovery workflow safely archives abandoned loop states and persistent files instead of permanently deleting them, preserving the environment while clearing clutter.