gstack-upgrade

Name: gstack-upgrade
Availability: InStock
Author: jaykaijack

Automate gstack upgrades across global and vendored installations with changelog generation.

Updated Mar 15, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #git #changelog #upgrade #vendored #gstack #installation-detection

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npx skills add https://github.com/Jaykaijack/openclaw-backup --skill gstack-upgrade-jaykaijack

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Skill: gstack-upgrade
Source: https://github.com/Jaykaijack/openclaw-backup/tree/main/skills/gstack/gstack-upgrade
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Jaykaijack/openclaw-backup --skill gstack-upgrade-jaykaijack

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What problem does it solve?

Upgrade gstack to the latest version across global and vendored installations, detect install type, and surface what's new.

Core Features & Use Cases

Detects whether gstack is installed globally or vendored and identifies the install directory.
Upgrades the appropriate install type (git-based or vendored), with backups and recovery.
Syncs local vendored copies after upgrade and prompts for committing changes.
Displays a changelog of what's new between old and new versions.

Quick Start

Run /gstack-upgrade to upgrade gstack to the latest version and view what's new.

Frequently Asked Questions about gstack-upgrade

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

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How do I upgrade gstack to the latest version?▼

To upgrade gstack to the latest version, the automation skill detects your installation type and applies safe upgrade steps including stash, fetch, and reset or clone. It also generates a changelog and synchronizes post-upgrade changes.

How does gstack handle vendored installation upgrades?▼

For vendored installations, the gstack upgrade process syncs local copies after completing the main upgrade and prompts you to commit changes. It detects vendored-global setups specifically and ensures local directories match the new version.

Can I see what changed in the new gstack version after upgrading?▼

Yes, you can see what changed in the new gstack version because the upgrade process automatically generates a changelog. It compares old and new version tracking data to surface what's new directly after the upgrade completes.

What is the best way to automate git-based gstack upgrades across global and local installations?▼

The best way to automate git-based gstack upgrades is using a dedicated upgrade script that detects global-git and local-git installations. It safely stashes changes, fetches updates, and resets or clones repositories while handling cleanup markers.

Does gstack upgrade provide backup and recovery for global git installations?▼

Yes, gstack upgrade provides backup and recovery for global git installations during the version tracking process. It ensures safe upgrade steps are followed and synchronizes any post-upgrade changes along with necessary cleanup.