saga-orchestration

Implement saga patterns for distributed transactions in Python.

4|2|Updated Jan 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/3commas-io/commas-claude --skill saga-orchestration-3commas-io
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Skill: saga-orchestration
Source: https://github.com/3commas-io/commas-claude/tree/main/skills/saga-orchestration
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/3commas-io/commas-claude --skill saga-orchestration-3commas-io

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides robust patterns for managing complex, multi-step business processes that span across multiple services, ensuring data consistency and graceful failure handling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Orchestration & Choreography: Implement sagas using either a central orchestrator or an event-driven choreography approach.
  • Compensation Logic: Define and execute compensating transactions to roll back operations when failures occur.
  • State Management: Track the lifecycle of sagas through various states like 'started', 'pending', 'completed', and 'failed'.
  • Use Case: Automate an e-commerce order fulfillment process that involves reserving inventory, processing payments, and initiating shipping, with built-in rollback if any step fails.

Quick Start

Use the saga-orchestration skill to start a new order fulfillment saga with the provided order data.

Frequently Asked Questions about saga-orchestration

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

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How do I manage distributed transactions across microservices in Python?

You manage distributed transactions by implementing saga patterns that coordinate multi-step business processes across microservices using Python. This handles cross-aggregate workflows with state tracking and compensating transactions to ensure data consistency.

What is the difference between orchestration and choreography for saga workflows?

Orchestration uses a central orchestrator to coordinate saga steps, while choreography relies on an event-driven approach. This Skill supports both patterns for managing distributed transactions, allowing you to choose based on your workflow complexity.

How do I roll back failed operations in a distributed transaction?

You roll back failed operations by defining and executing compensating transactions. When a failure occurs during a multi-step business process, the saga triggers these compensating actions to gracefully undo previous steps.

Can I track the state of long-running workflows in distributed systems?

Yes, you track long-running workflows by managing saga lifecycles through states like started, pending, completed, and failed. This state management ensures visibility and control over distributed processes in microservices.

Does this saga pattern handle timeouts for cross-aggregate workflows?

Yes, the saga pattern handles timeouts for cross-aggregate workflows. It includes timeout mechanisms within its state management to prevent long-running distributed transactions from hanging indefinitely during multi-step business processes.