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ctx

Resolve hierarchical context from .context, .claude, and home directories.

Updated Jan 4, 2026
Search Tags:#context#inheritance#cli#resolve#hierarchy#override
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/c-daly/agent-swarm --skill ctx
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ctx
Source: https://github.com/c-daly/agent-swarm/tree/main/skills/ctx
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/c-daly/agent-swarm --skill ctx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

View and manage hierarchical context for the current directory, consolidating information from all levels to improve orientation and governance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Show the resolved context for the current working directory.
  • Inspect context from multiple levels: feature/component level (.context/CONTEXT.md) in the current or parent dirs, repo root (.claude/CONTEXT.md), project level, and user level.
  • Edit or override context at the current scope to customize behavior.

Quick Start

Run the resolver to view the current context: python3 ~/.claude/plugins/agent-swarm/ctx/resolver.py resolve . To view a tree of the context: python3 ~/.claude/plugins/agent-swarm/ctx/resolver.py tree .

Frequently Asked Questions about ctx

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I view hierarchical context across nested directories and scopes?▼

Hierarchical context consolidates information from multiple levels—component, repo root, project, and user—into a single resolved view. Run the resolver script to display the current directory's complete context: python3 ~/.claude/plugins/agent-swarm/ctx/resolver.py resolve .

Can I override context settings at specific directory levels?▼

Yes, context supports inheritance and overrides. Edit or create context files at any scope (.context/CONTEXT.md, .claude/CONTEXT.md, or user home) to customize behavior for that level. Changes automatically propagate through the hierarchy.

How do I understand which context rules apply to my current working directory?▼

Use the tree command to visualize the complete context hierarchy: python3 ~/.claude/plugins/agent-swarm/ctx/resolver.py tree . This shows all levels and how settings are inherited or overridden from component through user scope.

What context files does the resolver check when determining current scope?▼

The resolver inspects context files in this order: .context/CONTEXT.md in the current or parent directories, .claude/CONTEXT.md at repo root, project-level context, and user home configuration. It applies inheritance and ignore rules to produce the resolved context.

Can I manage context for multiple nested projects with different requirements?▼

Yes, hierarchical context is designed for nested projects and repositories. Each level can inherit from parent scopes or override settings independently, enabling consistent context awareness across feature branches, components, and multi-repo environments.

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