context-cache

Capture and persist conversation context in a single diff-friendly file.

Updated Sep 1, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mathur-exe/annotation-notes --skill context-cache
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Skill: context-cache
Source: https://github.com/mathur-exe/annotation-notes/tree/main/PaperNotes/dotfiles/codex/skills/context-cache
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mathur-exe/annotation-notes --skill context-cache

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables you to capture and preserve the essence of conversations in a single, diff-friendly file that can be appended over time without breaking history, making it ideal for auditing, debugging, and collaboration.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • One-file context: All relevant context lives in a single file, with a deterministic path such as docs/cache/DD-MM-YY_AppName_SummaryWord.md.
  • Append-only history: Entries are added, never deleted, preserving a complete narrative across sessions.
  • Diff-friendly format: Uses consistent separators and simple structure to enable easy diffs and reviews.
  • Self-contained: The reader can understand context without external dependencies.
  • Use cases include debugging sessions, feature development decisions, refactoring notes, exploration insights, and code-review context.

Quick Start

Start by saving the current discussion to the designated cache file under docs/cache, creating a new dated entry to capture the latest context.

Frequently Asked Questions about context-cache

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

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How do I save conversation history for debugging across multiple sessions?

To save conversation history for debugging, you can append context entries to a single diff-friendly markdown file. This preserves a complete narrative across sessions using an append-only model with consistent separators and standard headers.

What is an append-only context cache and when do I need it?

An append-only context cache is a single file that records conversation history without deleting past entries. You need it during refactoring, feature development, or auditing to maintain a coherent, incremental history across sessions.

How do I format conversation logs so they are diff-friendly?

To format conversation logs to be diff-friendly, use consistent separators and a simple file structure with a standard header per entry. This enforces an append-only model that enables easy diffs and reviews without breaking history.

Can I use a single file to track feature development decisions over time?

Yes, you can use a single file to track feature development decisions over time. The cache uses a deterministic path like docs/cache/DD-MM-YY_AppName_SummaryWord.md and supports an append-only history so entries are added but never deleted.

What are the limitations of using a single diff file for conversation context?

A limitation of using a single diff file for conversation context is that the append-only model means entries are never deleted, which can cause the file to grow large over time. It relies on a fixed path and simple structure to remain self-contained.

Does the context-cache skill require external dependencies to work?

No, the context-cache skill requires no external dependencies to work. It is self-contained, meaning the reader can understand the context without external tools by using a fixed path and standard headers for each entry.