knowledge-refresh

Refresh a project's vector index with recent code changes and restart file watchers.

2|Updated Feb 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dmzoneill/skills --skill knowledge-refresh
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Skill: knowledge-refresh
Source: https://github.com/dmzoneill/skills/tree/main/knowledge-refresh
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dmzoneill/skills --skill knowledge-refresh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures your project's knowledge base, including its vector index, is current with recent code changes and architectural updates, preventing outdated information from hindering development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vector Index Refresh: Updates the vector index with the latest code modifications.
  • Full Knowledge Rescan: Optionally performs a comprehensive re-scan of project knowledge.
  • File Watcher Management: Restarts file watchers to ensure real-time updates.
  • Use Case: After a significant refactoring effort, run this Skill with full_rescan=true to ensure the AI has a completely up-to-date understanding of the project's structure and code.

Quick Start

Refresh the knowledge index for the current project, restarting the file watcher.

Frequently Asked Questions about knowledge-refresh

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

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How do I update my vector index after making code changes?

A full knowledge rescan completely re-evaluates the entire project structure and architecture to update the vector index. You should trigger this after a significant refactoring effort to ensure the AI has a completely up-to-date understanding of the codebase.

How do file watchers keep my project knowledge up-to-date?

File watchers keep project knowledge up-to-date by monitoring the codebase for modifications and triggering real-time updates to the vector index. Managing these watchers ensures that recent code changes are immediately reflected in the AI's knowledge base.

When do I need to refresh my project's knowledge base?

You need to refresh your project's knowledge base when recent code changes or architectural updates occur. This prevents outdated information from hindering development and maintains an accurate AI understanding of the software project.

Can I restart file watchers to ensure real-time code updates?

Yes, you can restart file watchers to ensure real-time code updates are reflected in the knowledge base. This management process restarts the monitoring scripts to capture recent modifications and update the vector index accurately.