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restart-claude

Restart a Claude Code session after stopping background tasks and syncing memory.

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Search Tags:#workflow#claude#session management#restart#context preservation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zylos-ai/zylos-core --skill restart-claude
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Skill: restart-claude
Source: https://github.com/zylos-ai/zylos-core/tree/main/skills/restart-claude
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zylos-ai/zylos-core --skill restart-claude

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires c4-control.js, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a controlled method to restart the Claude Code session, ensuring that ongoing tasks are handled gracefully and context is preserved.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Controlled Restart: Safely exits the current Claude Code session.
  • Context Preservation: Guides users through stopping background tasks and syncing memory before restarting.
  • Handoff Summary: Facilitates writing and sending a session summary for continuity.
  • Use Case: After updating Claude Code's configuration or encountering unexpected behavior, use this skill to perform a clean restart without losing critical work.

Quick Start

Use the restart-claude skill to restart the current Claude Code session.

Frequently Asked Questions about restart-claude

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I safely restart a Claude Code session without losing context?▼

A controlled Claude Code session restart requires stopping background tasks and syncing memory before enqueuing an exit command. This ensures context preservation by guiding the creation and delivery of a handoff summary to relevant channels.

What is the best way to preserve context when restarting Claude Code?▼

Context preservation during a Claude Code restart is achieved by syncing memory and guiding the creation of a handoff summary. This summary is delivered to relevant channels to ensure the next session maintains continuity.

Do I need a communication bridge script to restart Claude Code sessions?▼

Yes, a communication bridge script such as c4-control.js is required to manage the controlled restart of a Claude Code session. This script handles command enqueuing to facilitate the safe exit and session continuity.

How does session management work when stopping background tasks in Claude Code?▼

Session management during a restart involves explicitly stopping background tasks and syncing memory before issuing an exit command. This prevents data loss and ensures a clean state is handed off to the next session.

Why does my Claude Code session need a handoff summary after a restart?▼

A handoff summary is needed after a Claude Code restart to maintain session continuity. It captures critical work and context from the previous session, ensuring the new session can resume without losing progress.

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