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hotfix

Automate critical production hotfixes with branch creation, typecheck, lint, and team alerts.

341|48|Updated Apr 4, 2025
Search Tags:#automation#production#branching#hotfix#urgent#pull-request#incident
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/WellApp-ai/Well --skill hotfix
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hotfix
Source: https://github.com/WellApp-ai/Well/tree/main/cursor-rules/skills/hotfix
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/WellApp-ai/Well --skill hotfix

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides an expedited workflow to address critical production incidents quickly by aligning teams, branches, PR processes, and alerts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Expedited branching and PR flow: Branch from main, apply a HOTFIX label, and push quick changes.
  • Unified incident alerting: Notify the team through urgent channels to accelerate reviews.
  • Minimal-impact fixes: Focus on small, verifiable changes with fast verification.

Quick Start

Initiate a hotfix by branching from main, implement a minimal fix, run local checks, push the branch, create a PR with the HOTFIX label, and alert the team.

Frequently Asked Questions about hotfix

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

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How do I automate an urgent hotfix workflow for a production incident?▼

Automate an urgent hotfix workflow by branching directly from the main branch, applying a minimal fix, running automated typecheck and lint, pushing the branch, and creating a PR with a HOTFIX label to expedite the review process.

What is the best way to handle a fast-response pull request for a critical outage?▼

Handle a fast-response pull request by applying a HOTFIX label, restricting changes to a minimal non-feature fix, and triggering rapid cross-team notifications through urgent channels to accelerate the review during the outage.

When should I use an expedited hotfix branch instead of a regular feature branch?▼

Use an expedited hotfix branch during critical production incidents, such as outages or security vulnerabilities, when immediate fixes are required directly from the main branch rather than standard feature development.

Does the hotfix workflow require running typecheck and lint before creating the pull request?▼

Yes, the hotfix workflow requires running local typecheck and lint checks before pushing the branch and creating the pull request to ensure the minimal fix is verifiable and safe for production.

Can I include feature changes in a hotfix pull request for a production vulnerability?▼

No, a hotfix pull request must follow a minimal, non-feature fix approach, focusing only on small verifiable changes to resolve the urgent production vulnerability without introducing new features.

How do I notify my team about an urgent pull request during a production incident?▼

Notify your team about an urgent pull request by triggering automated rapid cross-team alerts through urgent channels immediately after pushing the branch and creating the PR with the HOTFIX label.

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