session-recall

Recover and summarize prior Codex conversations from local session logs.

31|4|Updated Apr 6, 2026

Search Tags:#recall #codex #search #transcripts #session-history #local-logs

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/kissrosecicd-hub/agents-evolution --skill session-recall-kissrosecicd-hub

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: session-recall
Source: https://github.com/kissrosecicd-hub/agents-evolution/tree/main/.agents/skills/session-recall
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kissrosecicd-hub/agents-evolution --skill session-recall-kissrosecicd-hub

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Recover and summarize prior Codex conversations from local Codex history and session logs to help users remember decisions, actions, and context across sessions.

Core Features & Use Cases

Retrieve last sessions from CODEX_HOME_DIR/history.jsonl and session_index.jsonl.
Reconstruct full transcripts from CODEX_HOME_DIR/sessions/YYYY/MM/DD/*.jsonl and archived sessions when needed.
Generate concise summaries and keyword-based search results to surface relevant context.

Quick Start

Ask me to recall the last Codex session or search your local history by keyword and summarize the results.

Frequently Asked Questions about session-recall

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I recall and summarize a specific Codex session from local logs?▼

To recall a Codex session, the Skill reads local history.jsonl and session_index.jsonl files, reconstructs full transcripts from dated session logs, and generates concise summaries of the recovered conversation.

Can I search my Codex conversation history by keyword or date?▼

Yes, you can search local Codex conversation history by keyword or date. The Skill parses session logs and history files to find matching entries and surfaces relevant context through keyword-based search results.

What local files are needed to recover prior Codex conversations?▼

Recovering Codex conversations requires local files within CODEX_HOME_DIR, specifically history.jsonl, session_index.jsonl, and session transcripts stored in sessions/YYYY/MM/DD/*.jsonl or archived_sessions directories.

Does this approach work for reconstructing archived Codex session transcripts?▼

Yes, it reconstructs archived Codex session transcripts. When needed, the Skill reads from the archived_sessions directory alongside active session logs to build accurate recaps and recover full conversation context.

What is the best way to extract context from past Codex sessions for current work?▼

The best way to extract context is to request a recap of the last or specific session. The Skill reads local Codex logs, reconstructs the transcript, and generates a concise summary of decisions, actions, and context.