standup

Summarize git project state and recommend next actions after a pause.

34|6|Updated Oct 25, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mahidalhan/claude-hacks --skill standup-mahidalhan
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: standup
Source: https://github.com/mahidalhan/claude-hacks/tree/main/skills/standup/skills/standup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mahidalhan/claude-hacks --skill standup-mahidalhan

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Returning to a project after a hiatus can leave you unsure of the current state. This skill provides a guided briefing that clarifies the project's status, what was last done, and what to tackle next.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Context-aware standup brief: analyzes last commit timing, current branch, uncommitted work, and recent changes to reorient you quickly.
  • Project understanding: inspects key files (e.g., package.json, README) to summarize purpose and current state.
  • Next-step coaching: outputs actionable steps to resume work, tailored to the time gap.

Quick Start

Ask me for a concise status briefing and recommended next steps for the current project.

Frequently Asked Questions about standup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a project standup briefing after stepping away from a codebase?

A project standup briefing analyzes your git repository's last commit time, current branch, and uncommitted changes to summarize project status and recommend next steps after a pause.

How does a git status summary determine what to work on next?

A git status summary determines next steps by evaluating recent commit history and reading key files like package.json and README to understand context, then returning a clear recommended action tailored to the time gap.

Can I use this standup briefing for any git-based project?

Yes, you can use this standup briefing for any git-based project, as it scopes context by evaluating the current branch, uncommitted work, and recent history to provide deterministic guidance for resuming work.

What is the best way to orient myself on a codebase after a long hiatus?

The best way to orient yourself after a hiatus is to generate a context-aware briefing that inspects key project files and evaluates recent git history to clarify what was last done and what to tackle next.

Does the project briefing require specific dependencies or components?

No, the project briefing requires no specific dependencies or components, relying entirely on existing git history and key project files like README and package.json to determine context and next steps.