handoff

Generate a concise handoff document capturing context, decisions, and open questions.

2|Updated Mar 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MomoDaviluke/star-citizen-promotion --skill handoff-momodaviluke
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: handoff
Source: https://github.com/MomoDaviluke/star-citizen-promotion/tree/main/.agents/skills/handoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MomoDaviluke/star-citizen-promotion --skill handoff-momodaviluke

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill generates a concise handoff document that captures essential context, decisions, and open questions from a conversation so another agent can pick up where you left off.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured handoff: distills goals, decisions, pending items, and next steps into a clear, shareable document.
  • Artifact references: references related PRDs, plans, ADRs, issues by path or URL to avoid duplicating content.
  • Contextual tailoring: adjusts the handoff content based on the next session's focus or provided arguments.

Quick Start

Create a handoff summary for the current chat and save it to the path produced by mktemp -t handoff-XXXXXX.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about handoff

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize a conversation for a seamless handoff to another agent?

To summarize a conversation for a handoff, generate a concise document capturing goals, decisions, pending items, and next steps to ensure continuity for the next agent.

How does a handoff document reference prior artifacts without duplicating content?

A handoff document references prior artifacts like PRDs, plans, ADRs, and issues by path or URL, avoiding content duplication while transferring essential context to the next session.

Can I tailor a conversation handoff for a specific next session focus?

Yes, you can tailor handoff content by adjusting the generated document based on the next session's focus or provided arguments to ensure contextual relevance.

What's the best way to transfer context between agents working on an ongoing task?

The best way to transfer context is generating a structured handoff document that distills open questions and decisions, referencing prior artifacts to maintain continuity.

When do I need to generate a handoff document for my workflow?

You need a handoff document when handing off ongoing conversations or tasks to a new agent, ensuring continuity by capturing essential context and avoiding content duplication.