restore

Restore local NemoClaw backups to a remote sandbox via tar transfer.

2|Updated Apr 2, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/stevenrick/nemoclaw-cookbook --skill restore-stevenrick

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Skill: restore
Source: https://github.com/stevenrick/nemoclaw-cookbook/tree/main/.claude/skills/restore
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/stevenrick/nemoclaw-cookbook --skill restore-stevenrick

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill restores a local NemoClaw backup to a remote sandbox, reinserting workspace files, sessions, and skills to resume operations after deployment or migration.

Core Features & Use Cases

Restore workspace, sessions, and skills from local backups to a remote NemoClaw sandbox.
Detect available backups, transfer a tarball, and apply on the remote sandbox with minimal downtime.
Support migration between Brev instances and sandbox rebuilds while protecting existing data.

Quick Start

Run the restore skill to push a local backup into a NemoClaw sandbox and recover the workspace, sessions, and skills.

Frequently Asked Questions about restore

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

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How do I restore a NemoClaw workspace backup to a remote sandbox?▼

To restore a NemoClaw backup, run the restore skill to detect a local tarball, transfer it to the remote sandbox, and reinsert workspace files, sessions, and skills with minimal downtime.

What's the best way to migrate NemoClaw sessions between Brev instances?▼

Migrating NemoClaw sessions between Brev instances involves restoring a local backup to the new remote sandbox, reinserting workspace files and sessions to recover the previous operational state.

Do I need a local backups directory to restore NemoClaw workspace files?▼

Yes, you need a local backups directory containing your tarball and backup-meta.json file to validate and restore workspace files into the remote NemoClaw sandbox.

Can I restore local backups after rebuilding a sandbox?▼

Yes, you can restore local backups after a sandbox rebuild by transferring the tarball to the remote instance and applying it to recover workspace files, skills, and sessions.

What does backup-meta.json validation do during a NemoClaw restore?▼

Backup-meta.json validation verifies backup integrity during the restore process when the file is available, ensuring the tarball transfer correctly reinserts workspace files into the sandbox.

Why does my NemoClaw restore require remote Brev access?▼

Remote Brev access is required for a NemoClaw restore because the skill transfers the local tarball and applies it directly on the remote sandbox to reinsert workspace files and skills.