gsd-pause-work

Capture phase progress, decisions, and blockers into a timestamped handoff file.

1|Updated Apr 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/TruCol270/salty-pickle --skill gsd-pause-work-trucol270
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: gsd-pause-work
Source: https://github.com/TruCol270/salty-pickle/tree/main/.claude-skills/gsd-pause-work
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/TruCol270/salty-pickle --skill gsd-pause-work-trucol270

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Pause-work automation captures complete work state when pausing mid-phase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic state capture: phase progress, completed and remaining work, decisions, and blockers.
  • Handoff file creation: write a comprehensive handoff with all context sections and a timestamp.
  • Git commit as WIP and resume instructions to enable seamless continuation.

Quick Start

Pause an active workflow and generate a complete handoff file with context for later resumption.

Frequently Asked Questions about gsd-pause-work

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I preserve workflow state when pausing mid-project?

To preserve workflow state when pausing mid-project, use pause-work automation to capture phase progress, decisions, and blockers, then generate a timestamped handoff file with resume instructions.

What is the best way to create a handoff file for resuming interrupted work?

Creating a handoff file for interrupted work involves gathering complete project state, including completed and remaining tasks, and writing a comprehensive context document with a timestamp for seamless continuation.

Can I automatically create a Git commit as WIP when pausing an active workflow?

Yes, you can automatically create a Git commit as WIP when pausing an active workflow. The pause-work process commits the current state while generating a handoff file with ready-to-resume instructions.

What context does state preservation capture during a project pause?

State preservation during a project pause captures phase progress, completed and remaining work items, decisions made, and current blockers to ensure a ready-to-resume handoff with timestamped context.

Does pause-work automation require specific dependencies to detect workflow phases?

Pause-work automation requires no specific external dependencies to detect workflow phases. It uses the workflow script path to identify the current phase and gather the necessary state for the handoff file.