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handoff

Verify work, update diary, and generate handoff messages for agents.

1|Updated Jan 11, 2026
Search Tags:#verification#handoff#git-commit#pre-mortem#session-wrap-up#project-diary#handoff-message
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dazuck/claude-code-skills --skill handoff-dazuck
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: handoff
Source: https://github.com/dazuck/claude-code-skills/tree/main/skills/handoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dazuck/claude-code-skills --skill handoff-dazuck

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines session wrap-ups by verifying work and generating a handoff package for the next agent.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Verify work: run tests, build, and lint checks (when configured)
  • Update project diary: log decisions, learnings, and open questions in the diary file
  • Generate handoff: create a concise handoff message and prepare artifacts for the next agent
  • Pre-mortem notes: optionally capture risk considerations to improve future handoffs

Quick Start

Ensure you have a stable workspace, then perform verification, update the diary, and generate a handoff message following the steps above.

Frequently Asked Questions about handoff

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I wrap up an agent work session and hand off context to the next agent?▼

Session wrap-up involves running verification checks, updating a project diary, and generating a concise handoff message to preserve context and ensure continuity for the next agent.

What should be included in a project diary update before an agent handoff?▼

A project diary update should log key decisions, learnings, and open questions to maintain continuity and ensure the next agent understands the current state of the work.

When should I generate a handoff message for my AI coding agent?▼

Generate a handoff message when closing significant work sessions, before context becomes too long, or when switching tasks to ensure a clean handoff to the next agent.

Can I run tests and lint checks before creating an agent handoff package?▼

Yes, you can run tests, builds, and lint checks during the verification step to ensure work stability before generating the handoff message and updating the project diary.

What is a pre-mortem note in the context of agent session handoffs?▼

Pre-mortem notes optionally capture risk considerations during session wrap-up to anticipate potential issues and improve the quality and reliability of future handoffs.

Is a stable workspace required to perform an agent session handoff?▼

Yes, a stable workspace is required to perform verification checks, update the diary, and generate a reliable handoff package without risking context loss or errors.

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