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handoff

Create or update HANDOFF.md to transfer context between AI agents.

1|Updated Feb 1, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#documentation#collaboration#context#agent#handoff
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dopiotrek/dotclaude --skill handoff-dopiotrek
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: handoff
Source: https://github.com/dopiotrek/dotclaude/tree/main/skills/agent-handoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dopiotrek/dotclaude --skill handoff-dopiotrek

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures that complex tasks can be broken down and worked on by multiple agents sequentially, by creating clear, concise documentation that allows the next agent to pick up exactly where the previous one left off.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Context Preservation: Captures the current state of a project, including goals, recent changes, and key decisions.
  • Agent Collaboration: Facilitates smooth transitions between different specialized agents or even different sessions for the same agent.
  • Use Case: After an agent has made significant progress on a coding task but cannot complete it in one session, this skill generates a HANDOFF.md file detailing the progress, what worked, what didn't, and the next actionable steps for another agent to continue the work.

Quick Start

Use the handoff skill to document the current state of the project and prepare for the next agent.

Frequently Asked Questions about handoff

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I transfer context between AI agents working on the same codebase?▼

To transfer context between AI agents, you can use a handoff document that captures the current project state, recent changes, and key decisions. This ensures the next agent continues the work seamlessly without losing prior progress.

What is the best way to document project state for a different agent session?▼

Documenting project state for a different agent session involves generating a `HANDOFF.md` file. This file concisely records goals, what worked, what failed, and next actionable steps to prepare for seamless continuation.

Can I use a handoff document to preserve context after a coding session times out?▼

Yes, you can use a handoff document to preserve context when a session times out. It analyzes recent work and outlines next steps, allowing another agent to pick up exactly where the previous session left off.

Does the handoff workflow require any specific dependencies to generate context files?▼

No, the handoff workflow does not require any specific dependencies to generate context files. It operates independently to analyze recent work and create the `HANDOFF.md` file for sequential agent collaboration.

How to maintain collaboration and context when switching between specialized agents?▼

To maintain collaboration and context when switching between specialized agents, generate a handoff document. It captures the current state and key decisions, facilitating smooth transitions for the next specialized agent.

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