git-notes

Manage metadata attached to Git commits and objects using Git notes.

Updated Mar 10, 2026

Search Tags:#git #code review #version control #notes #annotation #commit metadata

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npx skills add https://github.com/Gamezar/opencode-cek --skill git-notes-gamezar

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Skill: git-notes
Source: https://github.com/Gamezar/opencode-cek/tree/main/plugins/git/skills/git-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Gamezar/opencode-cek --skill git-notes-gamezar

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the need to attach supplementary metadata to Git commits without altering their history or SHA, enabling richer tracking of reviews, test results, and other contextual information.

Core Features & Use Cases

Metadata Attachment: Add notes to any Git object (commits, tags, etc.) using a separate ref.
Non-Invasive: Notes do not change the original object's hash, preserving history integrity.
Use Case: Track code review status by adding notes like "Reviewed-by: Alice" to specific commits, making this information visible in git log without modifying the commit itself.

Quick Start

Use the git-notes skill to add a review note to the latest commit.

Frequently Asked Questions about git-notes

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I add metadata to a Git commit without altering its history?▼

You can use Git notes to attach metadata to commits using a separate ref, which preserves the original object's hash and maintains history integrity while adding contextual information.

What is the best way to track code review status in Git non-invasively?▼

Tracking code review status non-invasively is achieved by adding Git notes like "Reviewed-by: Alice" to specific commits, making the review metadata visible in `git log` without modifying the commit itself.

Can I use Git notes to record test results and code quality annotations on existing commits?▼

Yes, Git notes facilitate tracking test results and code quality annotations by attaching supplementary metadata to Git commits, enabling richer contextual tracking without changing commit history.

Does Git notes support multiple namespaces and synchronization via remotes?▼

Git notes supports multiple note namespaces for organizing different types of metadata and allows synchronization of these notes across Git remotes to share annotations with collaborators.

Why use Git notes instead of modifying commit messages to add review metadata?▼

Git notes provide a non-invasive alternative to modifying commit messages, allowing you to add annotations without altering the original commit's SHA, which preserves history integrity and avoids rebase conflicts.

What are the limitations of attaching notes to Git objects?▼

Git notes operate through a separate ref, meaning notes are not automatically included in standard commit history and require explicit synchronization via Git remotes for collaborators to access the attached metadata.