pocock-handoff

Writes a conversation summary handoff document for a fresh agent session.

Updated Dec 18, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/l0lxl0lw/dotfiles --skill pocock-handoff-l0lxl0lw
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: pocock-handoff
Source: https://github.com/l0lxl0lw/dotfiles/tree/main/ai/shared/skills/mattpocock/pocock-handoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/l0lxl0lw/dotfiles --skill pocock-handoff-l0lxl0lw

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? When a conversation grows long or context runs out, continuing work in a new session means losing all prior context. This Skill compacts the current conversation into a handoff document so a fresh agent can pick up the work without re-reading the entire history. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Conversation Compaction: Summarizes the current conversation into a structured handoff document saved to the OS temporary directory, keeping the workspace clean. - Suggested Skills Section: Recommends which skills the next agent should invoke to continue the work effectively. - Artifact Referencing: Avoids duplicating content already captured in specs, plans, ADRs, issues, commits, or diffs by referencing them via path or URL. - Sensitive Data Redaction: Strips API keys, passwords, and personally identifiable information from the handoff. - Use Case: You have been debugging a feature with an agent and hit the context limit. Run the handoff with a note like "next session: implement the fix", and the new agent starts with a focused summary instead of a cold start. ## Quick Start Ask the agent to create a handoff document for the next session, optionally describing what that session will focus on.

Frequently Asked Questions about pocock-handoff

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I hand off an AI agent conversation to a new session?

Invoke the handoff skill to compact the current conversation into a summary document saved in your OS temporary directory. A fresh agent can then read that document and continue the work without the full conversation history.

How to preserve context when an AI conversation hits the context limit?

Create a handoff document that summarizes the conversation state before starting a new session. The document references existing artifacts like specs, plans, and commits by path instead of duplicating their content.

Where is the handoff document saved?

The handoff document is saved to the temporary directory of your operating system, not the current workspace. This keeps project repositories free of transient session files.

Does the handoff document include API keys or secrets?

No. The skill explicitly redacts sensitive information such as API keys, passwords, and personally identifiable information before writing the handoff document.

Can I customize the handoff for what the next session will do?

Yes. Pass an argument describing the next session's focus, and the skill tailors the handoff document accordingly, including a suggested skills section for the incoming agent.