rewind

Restore the Git working directory to a previous checkpoint without altering HEAD.

191|29|Updated Sep 2, 2025

Search Tags:#git #version control #state management #restore #checkpoint #agent recovery

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/juanandresgs/claude-ctrl --skill rewind-juanandresgs

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: rewind
Source: https://github.com/juanandresgs/claude-ctrl/tree/main/skills/rewind
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/juanandresgs/claude-ctrl --skill rewind-juanandresgs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to revert the agent's actions to a previous, stable state when it has gone off track, preventing further errors and wasted effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

Checkpoint Restoration: Revert the working directory to a previously saved snapshot.
State Recovery: Safely undo unintended changes or incorrect agent decisions.
Use Case: If the agent makes a series of incorrect code modifications, you can use this Skill to rewind to a point before those changes were introduced, allowing you to continue development from a known good state.

Quick Start

Use the rewind skill to restore the session to checkpoint number 3.

Frequently Asked Questions about rewind

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I revert a Git working directory to a previous checkpoint state?▼

To restore a Git working directory to a checkpoint, this Skill reverts file modifications and removes newly created untracked files. It restores the session to a previously saved snapshot, allowing you to recover from unintended changes and continue from a known good state.

Can I undo agent code modifications without moving my current Git branch pointer?▼

Yes, you can undo agent code modifications without altering the HEAD or branch pointer. This Skill specifically reverts the working directory to a previous named checkpoint state while keeping your branch pointer completely intact.

How do I remove untracked files created by an agent error in my repository?▼

To remove untracked files created by an agent error, you can restore the working directory to a previous checkpoint. This process safely reverts unintended file modifications and removes newly created untracked files introduced by the agent.

Do I need Git command-line tools to restore a session from a named checkpoint?▼

Yes, you need Git command-line tools to restore a session from a checkpoint. The restoration process also requires a session context managed by shell hooks to successfully revert the working directory to the saved state.

What is the best way to recover from incorrect agent decisions in version control?▼

The best way to recover from incorrect agent decisions in version control is to rewind to a point before those changes were introduced. This state recovery approach prevents further errors by reverting file modifications and removing untracked files from a named checkpoint.