context-manager

Save, recover, and search session context across conversations.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tylern91/dotfiles --skill context-manager-tylern91
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: context-manager
Source: https://github.com/tylern91/dotfiles/tree/main/claude/.claude/skills/context-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tylern91/dotfiles --skill context-manager-tylern91

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manages and preserves conversation context across sessions, enabling pause-and-resume workflows without losing progress.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Save: persist the current session to ~/.claude/sessions for later recovery.
  • Recover: load the most recent session or a HANDOFF.md to continue work.
  • Search: locate past sessions by topic to revisit decisions or tasks.

Quick Start

Start a new session and use save to persist context, then recover at the start of the next session to resume.

Frequently Asked Questions about context-manager

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I save and recover context for a long-running AI assistant session?

To save and recover context for a long-running AI assistant session, you can use commands to persist the current state to a local sessions directory and load a HANDOFF.md file to resume work without losing progress.

What is the best way to manage context handoff between different chat sessions?

The best way to manage context handoff between chat sessions is to save your current session state locally, allowing the next conversation to recover the exact context and continue the workflow seamlessly.

Can I search past AI chat sessions by topic to revisit previous decisions?

Yes, you can search past AI chat sessions by topic to revisit decisions or tasks, using a dedicated search command that locates and retrieves relevant historical session data.

How do I pause and resume work on a long-running chat without losing progress?

You can pause and resume work on a long-running chat by saving the current session context to local storage, then recovering that saved state at the start of your next session.

Does context management for AI assistants require any external dependencies?

No, context management for AI assistants does not require external dependencies, as the system organizes and carries session state internally using local files like HANDOFF.md.