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Commit and push vault changes to Git with smart commit messages. Auto-stages files, creates meaningful commits, and syncs with remote. Use after making vault changes or at end of day.

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How to use this skill

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  1. Open your project in Codex.
  2. Copy the prompt below and paste it into your agent.
  3. Review the proposed files and risks before you approve installation.
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Source SKILL.md: https://github.com/ballred/obsidian-claude-pkm/blob/HEAD/vault-template/.claude/skills/push/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/push/. 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.

Copying this prompt does not install or run the skill. Review third-party files before use. Codex skill guide

Git Push Skill

Automates Git workflow to save your notes with meaningful commit messages and push to remote repository.

Usage

Invoke with /push or ask Claude to save/commit your changes.

Basic Usage

/push

With Custom Message

/push "Completed project planning"

What This Skill Does

  1. Stages All Changes

    • Adds all modified files
    • Includes new files
    • Removes deleted files
  2. Creates Smart Commit Message

    • Uses provided message, or
    • Auto-generates from changes
    • Includes date/time stamp
    • Summarizes key modifications
  3. Syncs with Remote

    • Pulls latest changes (if enabled)
    • Pushes to remote repository
    • Handles merge conflicts gracefully

Commit Message Format

Automatic Messages

Based on your changes:

Daily note for 2024-01-15 + 3 project updates
- Added: Daily Notes/2024-01-15.md
- Modified: Projects/Learning Spanish/notes.md
- Modified: Goals/2. Monthly Goals.md

With Timestamp

[2024-01-15 09:30] Completed weekly review

Workflow Integration

Morning Routine

/daily          # Create daily note
# ... work on notes ...
/push "Morning planning complete"

End of Day

# Complete daily reflection
/push           # Auto-message with summary

After Weekly Review

/weekly         # Run weekly review
/push "Weekly review - Week 3"

Git Operations

Standard Flow

  1. git add . - Stage all changes
  2. git commit -m "message" - Create commit
  3. git pull --rebase origin main - Get remote changes
  4. git push origin main - Push to remote

Safety Checks

  • Verify Git repository exists
  • Check for uncommitted changes
  • Ensure remote is configured
  • Validate branch exists

Conflict Handling

If conflicts occur:

  1. Auto-resolve attempts (favor local for notes)
  2. If manual resolution needed, guide through process
  3. Never force push without explicit request

Security Considerations

Never Commit

  • Passwords or credentials
  • API keys
  • Personal identification
  • Financial information

Use .gitignore for

private/
credentials.md
.env
.obsidian/workspace*
.obsidian/cache
.trash/
.DS_Store

Troubleshooting

Push Rejected?

Pull first, then push again:

git pull --rebase origin main
git push origin main

Not a Git Repository?

git init
git remote add origin [URL]

Large Files Issue?

Consider Git LFS for images/attachments.

Integration

Works with:

  • /daily - Commit after creating daily note
  • /weekly - Commit after weekly review
  • /onboard - No git needed for context loading
  • Auto-commit hook for automatic saves