orient

Identify repository state and recommend a single next action.

13|3|Updated Mar 2, 2026

Search Tags:#workflow #backlog #status #session #repo #orientation

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npx skills add https://github.com/misty-step/harness-kit --skill orient-misty-step

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Skill: orient
Source: https://github.com/misty-step/harness-kit/tree/main/skills/orient
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/misty-step/harness-kit --skill orient-misty-step

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Ground the user in the current repo reality, avoiding memory drift and misinterpretations when starting a session. It produces a short, actionable signal of the next move.

Core Features & Use Cases

Quick repo-state snapshot including branch and cleanliness
Single, justified next-action recommendation
Works at session start, after worktree changes, or before proceeding with a task

Quick Start

Ask Orient to summarize the current repository state and the recommended next action for this session.

Frequently Asked Questions about orient

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I get a quick repository status snapshot before starting a coding session?▼

To get a repository status snapshot, read essential git signals like branch state, recent commits, and backlog cues. This grounds your session in live repo truth and outputs a single recommended next action with justification.

What is the best way to determine the next action for my current git worktree?▼

Determining the next action for a git worktree involves analyzing recent commits and git status to produce a concise, justified recommendation. This prevents memory drift and misinterpretations when switching worktrees or starting a session.

How do I avoid context drift when resuming work on an existing repository backlog?▼

Avoiding context drift on a repository backlog requires grounding your session in live repo truth. By reading current git status and backlog cues, you receive a single actionable signal for your next move.

Can I use a repo orientation check to fix memory drift after switching branches?▼

Yes, a repo orientation check is designed for exactly this scenario. Applied after switching branches or worktrees, it reads essential signals to surface a concise recommended next action with justification.

Does orienting my session require complex configuration or dependencies?▼

Orienting your session requires no external dependencies or complex configuration. It simply reads existing repository signals like git status, branch, and recent commits to output a single justified action.

When should I not rely on an automated repo state snapshot?▼

You should not rely on an automated repo state snapshot if you need detailed commit diffs or deep backlog grooming. It provides a concise next-action recommendation, not a comprehensive repository analysis or history log.