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reload

Reinstalls piclaw from workspace source code and restarts the running process via Supervisor/systemd-Backspace or manual fallback.

816|77|Updated Feb 17, 2026
Search Tags:#development#docker#restart#container#reload#piclaw
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rcarmo/piclaw --skill reload-rcarmo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: reload
Source: https://github.com/rcarmo/piclaw/tree/main/skel/.pi/skills/reload
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rcarmo/piclaw --skill reload-rcarmo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to quickly update the running piclaw application within its containerized environment after making code changes, ensuring you're always working with the latest version.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • In-place Reinstallation: Reinstalls piclaw from the workspace source code, overwriting the existing installation.
  • Process Restart: Force-restarts the piclaw process, applying the new code without requiring a full container restart.
  • Use Case: After modifying the piclaw codebase, you can use this Skill to apply your changes and immediately test them in the running application.

Quick Start

Run the make local-install command to reinstall piclaw from the workspace source and restart the process.

Frequently Asked Questions about reload

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I reinstall and restart piclaw after making code changes?▼

To reinstall and restart piclaw, run the make local-install command to reinstall the package from your workspace source and intelligently force-restart the running process to apply the new code.

Can I restart a Docker containerized service without a full container restart?▼

Yes, you can restart a Docker containerized service without a full container restart by reinstalling the package in-place and intelligently force-restarting the process using Supervisor or systemd --user.

Does the piclaw reload process work with both Supervisor and systemd?▼

Yes, the piclaw reload process works with both Supervisor and systemd --user, intelligently handling restarts for either service manager and providing a manual fallback if needed.

What is the best way to apply code changes to a running Bun application?▼

The best way to apply code changes to a running Bun application is to reinstall the package from your workspace source to the global runtime path and force-restart the service to ensure the latest build is active.

Why does the in-place package installation target the global Bun runtime path?▼

The in-place package installation targets the global Bun runtime path to ensure the latest build is correctly active and overwritten, allowing the restarted process to immediately apply the new code changes.

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