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gsd-pause-work

Create a .continue-here.md handoff file with phase and state details.

Updated Mar 23, 2026
Search Tags:#git integration#context handoff#phase detection#work pause#work state preservation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/roycolumbia-code/claude-global-config --skill gsd-pause-work-roycolumbia-code
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gsd-pause-work
Source: https://github.com/roycolumbia-code/claude-global-config/tree/main/skills/_audit-disabled-20260706-1136/gsd-pause-work
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/roycolumbia-code/claude-global-config --skill gsd-pause-work-roycolumbia-code

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users create a handoff file to preserve the state of their work when pausing mid-phase, ensuring seamless continuation upon resumption.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Context Handoff: Generates a .continue-here.md file containing the state and phase progress of the work.
  • Phase Detection: Identifies the current phase from recent files.
  • State Gathering: Collects the complete state, including position, work completed, remaining work, decisions, and blockers.
  • Git Integration: Commits the handoff file as a work-in-progress (WIP).
  • Resume Instructions: Provides guidance on how to resume work after a pause.

Quick Start

Pause your work and use the gsd-pause-work skill with the --report flag to generate a handoff file.

Frequently Asked Questions about gsd-pause-work

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I pause work mid-phase and save context for later resumption?▼

To pause work mid-phase, you can generate a context handoff file that preserves your current state, phase progress, and remaining tasks. This ensures seamless continuation by providing clear resume instructions upon returning.

What is the best way to preserve work state when stopping a task halfway?▼

Preserving work state is done by gathering your position, completed work, decisions, and blockers into a single handoff file. This captures the complete context of your interrupted work for a seamless continuation later.

Does creating a work handoff file require Git for committing?▼

Yes, creating this work handoff file requires Git to commit the generated state file as a work-in-progress. Git integration ensures your preserved context is safely version-controlled alongside your other recent files.

How does phase detection work when pausing work in progress?▼

Phase detection works by utilizing scripting to identify your current phase from recent files. It automatically determines the exact stage of your work in progress before gathering the complete state for the handoff.

Can I automatically commit a work-in-progress file with state and phase information?▼

Yes, you can automatically commit a work-in-progress file containing state and phase information. The process generates the handoff file and uses Git integration to commit it directly, securing your progress before you pause.

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