repair-reopen

Reopen failed or blocked tasks and restore downstream phases to pending.

Updated Mar 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/alexization/git-ranker-workflow --skill repair-reopen
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: repair-reopen
Source: https://github.com/alexization/git-ranker-workflow/tree/main/.codex/skills/repair-reopen
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/alexization/git-ranker-workflow --skill repair-reopen

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reopen failed, blocked, review_ready, or completed tasks to resume the repair workflow, reactivating progress when new requirements or blockers arise.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reopen a paused task and set its state back to approved.
  • Define a target phase and restore downstream phases to pending.
  • Apply additional changes (e.g., re-locking the spec or intake) before continuing the workflow.

Quick Start

Run python3 scripts/workflow.py reopen <task-id> --note '...' [--phase-id <id>] to reopen the task and restore the target and downstream phases to pending.

Frequently Asked Questions about repair-reopen

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I reopen a completed task to resume the workflow?

You can reopen a completed task by executing the workflow script with the task ID and a target phase, which restores the task and its downstream phases to pending for continued workflow execution.

What happens to downstream phases when I reopen a failed task?

When reopening a failed task, the workflow enforces target-phase assignment and restores all downstream phases to pending, ensuring the project management workflow maintains its integrity during task reactivation.

Can I re-lock the spec or intake when reopening a blocked task?

Yes, you can apply additional changes like re-locking the spec or intake when reopening a blocked task, and optionally reload the plan to maintain workflow integrity before continuing the task workflow.

Does this task tracking workflow support restoring review_ready states to approved?

Yes, the task workflow supports restoring review_ready, failed, blocked, or completed tasks back to the approved state, reactivating progress across related tasks within phases and plans.

What is the best way to resume a repair workflow after a task failure?

The best way to resume a repair workflow after a task failure is to run the reopen command with the specific task ID and a designated target phase, automatically restoring downstream phases to pending.