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recap

Generate structured summaries of recent workflow activity, backlog, and recommendations.

Updated Apr 15, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#task management#productivity#session#recap
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/athan-dial/skills --skill recap-athan-dial
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: recap
Source: https://github.com/athan-dial/skills/tree/main/plugins/dev/skills/recap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/athan-dial/skills --skill recap-athan-dial

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides quick, structured briefings summarizing recent activity, backlog, and next steps to improve productivity and session continuity.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Session Summaries: Synthesizes recent commands, commits, and autoresearch sessions into concise reports.
  • Backlog Management: Highlights open items with priorities, aiding in task triage.
  • Use Case: A developer starts a new work session and quickly reviews what was last done, outstanding tasks, and recommended actions without manual digging through logs.

Quick Start

Invoke the recap skill at the start of a session to get an overview of recent activity and priorities.

Frequently Asked Questions about recap

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a session summary of recent commits and workflow activity?▼

To generate a session summary, invoke the recap skill at the start of your work session. It synthesizes recent commands, commit logs, and autoresearch outputs into a concise report of your workflow activity and priorities.

What is the best way to triage my task backlog before starting development?▼

Task backlog triage is handled by reviewing the prioritized open items generated by the recap skill. It highlights outstanding tasks and provides actionable recommendations to streamline your project review and task management process.

Can I summarize autoresearch outputs and disk state from a previous development environment?▼

Yes, you can summarize autoresearch outputs and disk state. The recap skill operates within development environments to access disk state, commit logs, and autoresearch sessions, producing structured briefings of recent activity.

How do I quickly review what was last done without manually digging through logs?▼

You can review recent work without manual log digging by running the recap skill. It instantly synthesizes recent workflow activity and backlog into a succinct, structured summary with recommended actions for productivity enhancement.

Does session recap require any external dependencies or components to function?▼

No external dependencies or components are required for session recap. It operates as a standalone skill within your development or research environment, directly accessing disk state and commit logs to generate workflow summaries.

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