gc

Scan and archive stale project metadata, orphaned task indices, and expired reports.

2|Updated Apr 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dd-xiaozhi/dev-agent-flow --skill gc-dd-xiaozhi
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Skill: gc
Source: https://github.com/dd-xiaozhi/dev-agent-flow/tree/main/.claude/skills/gc
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dd-xiaozhi/dev-agent-flow --skill gc-dd-xiaozhi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the accumulation of digital entropy in development workflows, such as stale ticket caches, orphaned task indices, and outdated reports, ensuring your project environment remains clean and performant.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Entropy Scanning: Identifies stale TAPD tickets, orphaned index entries, and expired task reports based on configurable time thresholds.
  • Safe Archival: Provides a structured mechanism to move completed tasks to quarterly archives, preserving audit trails while decluttering the active workspace.
  • Use Case: Use this tool to perform a weekly cleanup of your project's task index and report directory, ensuring that only active and relevant tasks remain in the primary tracking system.

Quick Start

Run the gc skill to perform a dry run scan of the project and generate a report of all identified stale items.

Frequently Asked Questions about gc

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate cleanup of stale project metadata and orphaned task indices?

You can automate cleanup of stale project metadata and orphaned task indices by scanning task management directories against configurable time thresholds. The process identifies outdated tickets and moves completed items to quarterly archives to maintain index integrity.

What is workflow entropy and how does digital clutter impact project maintenance?

Workflow entropy is the gradual accumulation of digital clutter like stale ticket caches, orphaned task indices, and expired reports. This accumulation degrades project maintenance efficiency and system performance, requiring automated scanning to identify and archive outdated items.

How do I safely archive completed tasks to preserve audit trails while decluttering the workspace?

To safely archive completed tasks and preserve audit trails, use a structured archival mechanism that moves completed items from active tracking directories into quarterly archives. This ensures audit-compliant data retention while keeping the primary workspace optimized.

Can I perform a dry run scan before deleting expired reports and outdated tickets?

Yes, you can perform a dry run scan to generate a report of all identified stale items before making changes. This previews the expired reports and outdated tickets scheduled for archival or cleanup without modifying the active workspace.

What is the best way to maintain index integrity across task management directories?

The best way to maintain index integrity across task management directories is through regular automated maintenance scans. Configuring weekly cleanups ensures orphaned index entries and stale metadata are archived, keeping only active and relevant tasks in the primary tracking system.