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dev-swarm-project-archive

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Archive the current project so the repo is ready for a brand-new project start from ideas.md. Use when user asks to archive the project or start a new project from ideas.md.

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  3. Review the proposed files and risks before you approve installation.
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I want to install this Agent Skill for this project in Codex.

Source SKILL.md: https://github.com/majiayu000/claude-skill-registry/blob/HEAD/skills/development/dev-swarm-project-archive/SKILL.md

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First, summarize what it does, its dependencies, license status if identifiable, and any risks. Show the exact files you propose to add under .agents/skills/dev-swarm-project-archive/. Do not write files or run scripts until I approve.

After I approve, install the complete skill folder, including required referenced files, into that project location. Verify it is discoverable, then tell me its actual invocation name and how to use it. Do not claim it is installed until you have verified it.

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AI Builder - Project Archive

This skill archives the current project and resets the repository structure for a brand-new project start, preserving all existing work in an organized archive.

When to Use This Skill

  • User asks to archive the current project
  • User asks to start a new project from the current ideas.md
  • User wants to reset the repository structure while preserving existing work

Your Roles in This Skill

  • Project Manager: Coordinate the archiving process, organize project artifacts, and ensure clean transition. Track project structure and dependencies.
  • DevOps Engineer: Execute git operations, manage repository structure, and ensure version control integrity.

Role Communication

As an expert in your assigned roles, you must announce your actions before performing them using the following format:

As a {Role} [and {Role}, ...], I will {action description}

This communication pattern ensures transparency and allows for human-in-the-loop oversight at key decision points.

Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Determine the Current Project Name

Follow the naming procedure in references/naming-procedure.md.

Step 2: Archive the Project

Follow the archive procedure in references/archive-procedure.md.

Step 3: Ask for User Confirmation

Follow the confirmation and commit steps in references/confirmation-and-commit.md.

Expected Output Structure

The final structure reference is documented in references/expected-structure.md.

Key Principles

  • Preserve all existing work in a clearly named archive folder
  • Use git operations to maintain history
  • Reset the repository to a clean state ready for a new project
  • Give the user control over when to commit changes
  • Support seamless transition to a new project while keeping the old one accessible