hotfix

File structured incidents and dispatch a constrained hotfix-responder subagent.

8|1|Updated Feb 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Heavy-Chain-Engineering/etc --skill hotfix-heavy-chain-engineering
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: hotfix
Source: https://github.com/Heavy-Chain-Engineering/etc/tree/main/skills/hotfix
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Heavy-Chain-Engineering/etc --skill hotfix-heavy-chain-engineering

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates rapid incident response by filing a structured incident, dispatching a constrained hotfix-responder subagent, and proposing a postmortem once the fire is out. It is designed for production outages where standard /spec→/build ceremonies are too slow, providing speed while preserving an auditable trail.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • File a structured incident with a unique slug and YAML frontmatter to enable end-to-end tracking and auditability.
  • Dispatch a single authorized hotfix-responder subagent to execute the fix under strict gate controls, ensuring accountability.
  • Preempt in-flight /build waves when necessary and surface a postmortem debt banner to Signal follow-up actions and long-term learning.
  • Maintain an auditable trail of gates bypassed, completion status, and touchpoints for post-incident reviews.

Quick Start

Run /hotfix <description> to begin the incident-response lane and trigger a single-dispatch hotfix-responder.

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 incident response for production outages without losing an audit trail?

Automated incident response files a structured incident with a unique slug and YAML frontmatter, dispatching a constrained hotfix-responder subagent to execute fixes while recording gates bypassed and completion status for end-to-end auditability.

When should I use a rapid hotfix workflow instead of standard build ceremonies?

Use a rapid hotfix workflow during production outages when standard spec-to-build ceremonies are too slow. It provides speed by dispatching a single authorized responder while preserving an auditable trail of touchpoints and bypassed gates.

Can I preempt in-flight builds during an active production incident?

Yes, incident response automation can preempt in-flight build waves when necessary. It enforces one active incident at a time and surfaces a postmortem debt banner to signal required follow-up actions and long-term learning.

What is the best way to track incident fixes and ensure accountability post-outage?

Track incident fixes by maintaining an auditable trail of gates bypassed, completion status, and touchpoints. The system automatically proposes a postmortem once the incident is resolved, ensuring post-incident review accountability.

How do I start a hotfix-responder dispatch for an active incident?

Run the hotfix command with a brief incident description to begin the incident-response lane and trigger a single-dispatch hotfix-responder subagent operating under strict gate controls.

Does incident response automation support multiple concurrent production outages?

No, the system enforces one active incident at a time to ensure accountability. It dispatches a single authorized hotfix-responder subagent under strict gate controls, preventing concurrent unmanaged incident fixes.