gsd:reference:continuation-format

You can preserve session state by applying a standardized continuation format that captures phase status, task progress, open questions, and recent changes. This checkpoint format prevents context loss when pausing multi-step workflows.

A continuation format for session restoration is a standardized structure that records phase status, task progress, open questions, and recent changes. It ensures seamless session continuation and minimal context loss when resuming paused work.

To resume a paused session from a checkpoint, load the saved state, review the checkpoint notes, restore the context, and continue the active tasks. This process picks up tasks and decisions exactly where they were left off.

You need to use a checkpoint format for session continuation when working with multi-step workflows where sessions are paused and require restoration. It is essential for accurately tracking task progress and preserving context across hand-offs or breaks.

Yes, session continuation works without external dependencies because it applies a standardized format to preserve essential session state directly. This format inherently manages phase status, task progress, and context restoration independently.