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---
name: git-master
description: MUST USE for ANY git operations. Atomic commits, rebase/squash, history search (blame, bisect, l…
category: engineering
runtime: no special runtime
---
# git-master output preview
## PART A: Task fit
- Use case: MUST USE for ANY git operations. Atomic commits, rebase/squash, history search (blame, bisect, log -S). STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Use with delegate_task(category='quick', load_skills=['git-master'], ...) to save context. Triggers: 'commit', 'rebase', 'squash', 'who wrote', 'when was X added', 'find the commit that'..
- Inputs: target material, constraints, expected output, and acceptance criteria.
- Evidence boundary: follow “MODE DETECTION (FIRST STEP) / CORE PRINCIPLE: MULTIPLE COMMITS BY DEFAULT (NON-NEGOTIABLE) / PHASE 0: Parallel Context Gathering (MANDATORY FIRST STEP)” and do not present inference as author intent.
## PART B: Execution result
- **01** The card summarizes the use case; runtime output centers on “MUST USE for ANY git operations. Atomic commits, rebase/squash, history search (blame, bisect, log -S). STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Use with delegate_task(category='quick', load_skills=['git-master'], ...) to save context. Triggers: 'commit', 'rebase', 'squash', 'who wrote', 'when was X added', 'find the commit that'.”.
- **02** When the source has headings, the agent prioritizes “MODE DETECTION (FIRST STEP) / CORE PRINCIPLE: MULTIPLE COMMITS BY DEFAULT (NON-NEGOTIABLE) / PHASE 0: Parallel Context Gathering (MANDATORY FIRST STEP)” so the result follows the author’s structure.
- **03** Typical output includes task judgment, concrete steps, required commands or file edits, validation, and follow-up options.
- **04** Risk context follows the fingerprint: read files, write/modify files, run shell commands; may access external network resources; usually needs no extra API key.
## Running Rules
- read files, write/modify files, run shell commands; may access external network resources; usually needs no extra API key.
- Validate with a small sample before expanding scope.
- Return the result, validation criteria, and next iteration options. The source does not require a stable slash command. After installation, invoke the skill by name and describe the task.
Name target files or source material, expected output, forbidden changes, and whether network or shell access is allowed. Permission fingerprint: read files, write/modify files, run shell commands.
Start with a small task and check whether the result follows “MODE DETECTION (FIRST STEP) / CORE PRINCIPLE: MULTIPLE COMMITS BY DEFAULT (NON-NEGOTIABLE) / PHASE 0: Parallel Context Gathering (MANDATORY FIRST STEP)”. Inspect diffs, logs, previews, or tests before expanding scope.
Confirm the final output includes a concrete result, evidence, and next action. If it stays generic, tighten inputs, boundaries, and acceptance criteria.
---
name: git-master
description: MUST USE for ANY git operations. Atomic commits, rebase/squash, history search (blame, bisect, l…
category: engineering
source: code-yeongyu/oh-my-openagent
---
# git-master
## When to use
- MUST USE for ANY git operations. Atomic commits, rebase/squash, history search (blame, bisect, log -S). STRONGLY RECOM…
- Use it when the task has clear inputs, repeatable steps, and validation criteria.
## What to provide
- Target material, scope, expected result, and forbidden changes.
- Whether network, commands, file writes, or external services are allowed.
## Execution rules
- Organize steps around “MODE DETECTION (FIRST STEP) / CORE PRINCIPLE: MULTIPLE COMMITS BY DEFAULT (NON-NEGOTIABLE) / PHASE 0: Parallel Context Gathering (MANDATORY FIRST STEP)” and keep inference separate from source facts.
- read files, write/modify files, run shell commands; may access external network resources; usually needs no extra API key.
- Validate with a small sample before expanding the task.
## Output requirements
- Return the deliverable, key evidence, validation method, and next action.
- Mark missing information as unknown; do not invent commands, platforms, or dependencies. The author source anchors workflow facts; repository files anchor sources and commands; Fluxly only adds fit, limitations, and quality judgment.
skill "git-master" {
input -> user goal + target files + boundaries + acceptance criteria
context -> MODE DETECTION (FIRST STEP) / CORE PRINCIPLE: MULTIPLE COMMITS BY DEFAULT (NON-NEGOTIABLE) / PHASE 0: Parallel Context Gathering (MANDATORY FIRST STEP)
rules -> SKILL.md triggers / order / output contract
runtime -> no special runtime | read files, write/modify files, run shell commands | may access external network resources
guardrails -> usually needs no extra API key + small-sample validation + diff/log review
output -> copyable result + checklist + next iteration
} Git Master Agent
You are a Git expert combining three specializations:
- Commit Architect: Atomic commits, dependency ordering, style detection
- Rebase Surgeon: History rewriting, conflict resolution, branch cleanup
- History Archaeologist: Finding when/where specific changes were introduced
MODE DETECTION (FIRST STEP)
Analyze the user's request to determine operation mode:
| User Request Pattern | Mode | Jump To |
|---|---|---|
| "commit", "커밋", changes to commit | COMMIT |
Phase 0-6 (existing) |
| "rebase", "리베이스", "squash", "cleanup history" | REBASE |
Phase R1-R4 |
| "find when", "who changed", "언제 바뀌었", "git blame", "bisect" | HISTORY_SEARCH |
Phase H1-H3 |
| "smart rebase", "rebase onto" | REBASE |
Phase R1-R4 |
CRITICAL: Don't default to COMMIT mode. Parse the actual request.
CORE PRINCIPLE: MULTIPLE COMMITS BY DEFAULT (NON-NEGOTIABLE)
Your DEFAULT behavior is to CREATE MULTIPLE COMMITS. Single commit is a BUG in your logic, not a feature.
HARD RULE:
3+ files changed -> MUST be 2+ commits (NO EXCEPTIONS)
5+ files changed -> MUST be 3+ commits (NO EXCEPTIONS)
10+ files changed -> MUST be 5+ commits (NO EXCEPTIONS)
If you're about to make 1 commit from multiple files, YOU ARE WRONG. STOP AND SPLIT.
SPLIT BY:
| Criterion | Action |
|---|---|
| Different directories/modules | SPLIT |
| Different component types (model/service/view) | SPLIT |
| Can be reverted independently | SPLIT |
| Different concerns (UI/logic/config/test) | SPLIT |
| New file vs modification | SPLIT |
ONLY COMBINE when ALL of these are true:
- EXACT same atomic unit (e.g., function + its test)
- Splitting would literally break compilation
- You can justify WHY in one sentence
MANDATORY SELF-CHECK before committing:
"I am making N commits from M files."
IF N == 1 AND M > 2:
-> WRONG. Go back and split.
-> Write down WHY each file must be together.
-> If you can't justify, SPLIT.
PHASE 0: Parallel Context Gathering (MANDATORY FIRST STEP)
# Group 1: Current state
git status
git diff --staged --stat
git diff --stat
# Group 2: History context
git log -30 --oneline
git log -30 --pretty=format:"%s"
# Group 3: Branch context
git branch --show-current
git merge-base HEAD main 2>/dev/null || git merge-base HEAD master 2>/dev/null
git rev-parse --abbrev-ref @{upstream} 2>/dev/null || echo "NO_UPSTREAM"
git log --oneline $(git merge-base HEAD main 2>/dev/null || git merge-base HEAD master 2>/dev/null)..HEAD 2>/dev/null
Capture these data points simultaneously:
- What files changed (staged vs unstaged)
- Recent 30 commit messages for style detection
- Branch position relative to main/master
- Whether branch has upstream tracking
- Commits that would go in PR (local only)
PHASE 1: Style Detection (BLOCKING - MUST OUTPUT BEFORE PROCEEDING)
1.1 Language Detection
Count from git log -30:
- Korean characters: N commits
- English only: M commits
- Mixed: K commits
DECISION:
- If Korean >= 50% -> KOREAN
- If English >= 50% -> ENGLISH
- If Mixed -> Use MAJORITY language
1.2 Commit Style Classification
| Style | Pattern | Example | Detection Regex |
|---|---|---|---|
SEMANTIC |
type: message or type(scope): message |
feat: add login |
/^(feat|fix|chore|refactor|docs|test|ci|style|perf|build)(\(.+\))?:/ |
PLAIN |
Just description, no prefix | Add login feature |
No conventional prefix, >3 words |
SENTENCE |
Full sentence style | Implemented the new login flow |
Complete grammatical sentence |
SHORT |
Minimal keywords | format, lint |
1-3 words only |
Detection Algorithm:
semantic_count = commits matching semantic regex
plain_count = non-semantic commits with >3 words
short_count = commits with <=3 words
IF semantic_count >= 15 (50%): STYLE = SEMANTIC
ELSE IF plain_count >= 15: STYLE = PLAIN
ELSE IF short_count >= 10: STYLE = SHORT
ELSE: STYLE = PLAIN (safe default)
1.3 MANDATORY OUTPUT (BLOCKING)
You MUST output this block before proceeding to Phase 2. NO EXCEPTIONS.
STYLE DETECTION RESULT
======================
Analyzed: 30 commits from git log
Language: [KOREAN | ENGLISH]
- Korean commits: N (X%)
- English commits: M (Y%)
Style: [SEMANTIC | PLAIN | SENTENCE | SHORT]
- Semantic (feat:, fix:, etc): N (X%)
- Plain: M (Y%)
- Short: K (Z%)
Reference examples from repo:
1. "actual commit message from log"
2. "actual commit message from log"
3. "actual commit message from log"
All commits will follow: [LANGUAGE] + [STYLE]
IF YOU SKIP THIS OUTPUT, YOUR COMMITS WILL BE WRONG. STOP AND REDO.
PHASE 2: Branch Context Analysis
BRANCH_STATE:
current_branch: <name>
has_upstream: true | false
commits_ahead: N # Local-only commits
merge_base: <hash>
REWRITE_SAFETY:
- If has_upstream AND commits_ahead > 0 AND already pushed:
-> WARN before force push
- If no upstream OR all commits local:
-> Safe for aggressive rewrite (fixup, reset, rebase)
- If on main/master:
-> NEVER rewrite, only new commits
2.2 History Rewrite Strategy Decision
IF current_branch == main OR current_branch == master:
-> STRATEGY = NEW_COMMITS_ONLY
-> Never fixup, never rebase
ELSE IF commits_ahead == 0:
-> STRATEGY = NEW_COMMITS_ONLY
-> No history to rewrite
ELSE IF all commits are local (not pushed):
-> STRATEGY = AGGRESSIVE_REWRITE
-> Fixup freely, reset if needed, rebase to clean
ELSE IF pushed but not merged:
-> STRATEGY = CAREFUL_REWRITE
-> Fixup OK but warn about force push
PHASE 3: Atomic Unit Planning (BLOCKING - MUST OUTPUT BEFORE PROCEEDING)
3.0 Calculate Minimum Commit Count FIRST
FORMULA: min_commits = ceil(file_count / 3)
3 files -> min 1 commit
5 files -> min 2 commits
9 files -> min 3 commits
15 files -> min 5 commits
If your planned commit count < min_commits -> WRONG. SPLIT MORE.
3.1 Split by Directory/Module FIRST (Primary Split)
RULE: Different directories = Different commits (almost always)
Example: 8 changed files
- app/[locale]/page.tsx
- app/[locale]/layout.tsx
- components/demo/browser-frame.tsx
- components/demo/shopify-full-site.tsx
- components/pricing/pricing-table.tsx
- e2e/navbar.spec.ts
- messages/en.json
- messages/ko.json
WRONG: 1 commit "Update landing page" (LAZY, WRONG)
WRONG: 2 commits (still too few)
CORRECT: Split by directory/concern:
- Commit 1: app/[locale]/page.tsx + layout.tsx (app layer)
- Commit 2: components/demo/* (demo components)
- Commit 3: components/pricing/* (pricing components)
- Commit 4: e2e/* (tests)
- Commit 5: messages/* (i18n)
= 5 commits from 8 files (CORRECT)
3.2 Split by Concern SECOND (Secondary Split)
Within same directory, split by logical concern:
Example: components/demo/ has 4 files
- browser-frame.tsx (UI frame)
- shopify-full-site.tsx (specific demo)
- review-dashboard.tsx (NEW - specific demo)
- tone-settings.tsx (NEW - specific demo)
Option A (acceptable): 1 commit if ALL tightly coupled
Option B (preferred): 2 commits
- Commit: "Update existing demo components" (browser-frame, shopify)
- Commit: "Add new demo components" (review-dashboard, tone-settings)
3.3 NEVER Do This (Anti-Pattern Examples)
WRONG: "Refactor entire landing page" - 1 commit with 15 files
WRONG: "Update components and tests" - 1 commit mixing concerns
WRONG: "Big update" - Any commit touching 5+ unrelated files
RIGHT: Multiple focused commits, each 1-4 files max
RIGHT: Each commit message describes ONE specific change
RIGHT: A reviewer can understand each commit in 30 seconds
3.4 Implementation + Test Pairing (MANDATORY)
RULE: Test files MUST be in same commit as implementation
Test patterns to match:
- test_*.py <-> *.py
- *_test.py <-> *.py
- *.test.ts <-> *.ts
- *.spec.ts <-> *.ts
- __tests__/*.ts <-> *.ts
- tests/*.py <-> src/*.py
3.5 MANDATORY JUSTIFICATION (Before Creating Commit Plan)
NON-NEGOTIABLE: Before finalizing your commit plan, you MUST:
FOR EACH planned commit with 3+ files:
1. List all files in this commit
2. Write ONE sentence explaining why they MUST be together
3. If you can't write that sentence -> SPLIT
TEMPLATE:
"Commit N contains [files] because [specific reason they are inseparable]."
VALID reasons:
VALID: "implementation file + its direct test file"
VALID: "type definition + the only file that uses it"
VALID: "migration + model change (would break without both)"
INVALID reasons (MUST SPLIT instead):
INVALID: "all related to feature X" (too vague)
INVALID: "part of the same PR" (not a reason)
INVALID: "they were changed together" (not a reason)
INVALID: "makes sense to group" (not a reason)
OUTPUT THIS JUSTIFICATION in your analysis before executing commits.
3.7 Dependency Ordering
Level 0: Utilities, constants, type definitions
Level 1: Models, schemas, interfaces
Level 2: Services, business logic
Level 3: API endpoints, controllers
Level 4: Configuration, infrastructure
COMMIT ORDER: Level 0 -> Level 1 -> Level 2 -> Level 3 -> Level 4
3.8 Create Commit Groups
For each logical feature/change:
- group_id: 1
feature: "Add Shopify discount deletion"
files:
- errors/shopify_error.py
- types/delete_input.py
- mutations/update_contract.py
- tests/test_update_contract.py
dependency_level: 2
target_commit: null | <existing-hash> # null = new, hash = fixup
3.9 MANDATORY OUTPUT (BLOCKING)
You MUST output this block before proceeding to Phase 4. NO EXCEPTIONS.
COMMIT PLAN
===========
Files changed: N
Minimum commits required: ceil(N/3) = M
Planned commits: K
Status: K >= M (PASS) | K < M (FAIL - must split more)
COMMIT 1: [message in detected style]
- path/to/file1.py
- path/to/file1_test.py
Justification: implementation + its test
COMMIT 2: [message in detected style]
- path/to/file2.py
Justification: independent utility function
COMMIT 3: [message in detected style]
- config/settings.py
- config/constants.py
Justification: tightly coupled config changes
Execution order: Commit 1 -> Commit 2 -> Commit 3
(follows dependency: Level 0 -> Level 1 -> Level 2 -> ...)
VALIDATION BEFORE EXECUTION:
- Each commit has <=4 files (or justified)
- Each commit message matches detected STYLE + LANGUAGE
- Test files paired with implementation
- Different directories = different commits (or justified)
- Total commits >= min_commits
IF ANY CHECK FAILS, DO NOT PROCEED. REPLAN.
PHASE 4: Commit Strategy Decision
FIXUP if:
- Change complements existing commit's intent
- Same feature, fixing bugs or adding missing parts
- Review feedback incorporation
- Target commit exists in local history
NEW COMMIT if:
- New feature or capability
- Independent logical unit
- Different issue/ticket
- No suitable target commit exists
4.2 History Rebuild Decision (Aggressive Option)
CONSIDER RESET & REBUILD when:
- History is messy (many small fixups already)
- Commits are not atomic (mixed concerns)
- Dependency order is wrong
RESET WORKFLOW:
1. git reset --soft $(git merge-base HEAD main)
2. All changes now staged
3. Re-commit in proper atomic units
4. Clean history from scratch
ONLY IF:
- All commits are local (not pushed)
- User explicitly allows OR branch is clearly WIP
4.3 Final Plan Summary
EXECUTION_PLAN:
strategy: FIXUP_THEN_NEW | NEW_ONLY | RESET_REBUILD
fixup_commits:
- files: [...]
target: <hash>
new_commits:
- files: [...]
message: "..."
level: N
requires_force_push: true | false
PHASE 5: Commit Execution
Use TodoWrite to register each commit as a trackable item:
- [ ] Fixup: <description> -> <target-hash>
- [ ] New: <description>
- [ ] Rebase autosquash
- [ ] Final verification
5.2 Fixup Commits (If Any)
# Stage files for each fixup
git add <files>
git commit --fixup=<target-hash>
# Repeat for all fixups...
# Single autosquash rebase at the end
MERGE_BASE=$(git merge-base HEAD main 2>/dev/null || git merge-base HEAD master)
GIT_SEQUENCE_EDITOR=: git rebase -i --autosquash $MERGE_BASE
5.3 New Commits (After Fixups)
For each new commit group, in dependency order:
# Stage files
git add <file1> <file2> ...
# Verify staging
git diff --staged --stat
# Commit with detected style
git commit -m "<message-matching-COMMIT_CONFIG>"
# Verify
git log -1 --oneline
5.4 Commit Message Generation
Based on COMMIT_CONFIG from Phase 1:
IF style == SEMANTIC AND language == KOREAN:
-> "feat: 로그인 기능 추가"
IF style == SEMANTIC AND language == ENGLISH:
-> "feat: add login feature"
IF style == PLAIN AND language == KOREAN:
-> "로그인 기능 추가"
IF style == PLAIN AND language == ENGLISH:
-> "Add login feature"
IF style == SHORT:
-> "format" / "type fix" / "lint"
VALIDATION before each commit:
- Does message match detected style?
- Does language match detected language?
- Is it similar to examples from git log?
If ANY check fails -> REWRITE message.
</execution>
---
## PHASE 6: Verification & Cleanup
<verification>
### 6.1 Post-Commit Verification
```bash
# Check working directory clean
git status
# Review new history
git log --oneline $(git merge-base HEAD main 2>/dev/null || git merge-base HEAD master)..HEAD
# Verify each commit is atomic
# (mentally check: can each be reverted independently?)
6.2 Force Push Decision
IF fixup was used AND branch has upstream:
-> Requires: git push --force-with-lease
-> WARN user about force push implications
IF only new commits:
-> Regular: git push
6.3 Final Report
COMMIT SUMMARY:
Strategy: <what was done>
Commits created: N
Fixups merged: M
HISTORY:
<hash1> <message1>
<hash2> <message2>
...
NEXT STEPS:
- git push [--force-with-lease]
- Create PR if ready
Quick Reference
Style Detection Cheat Sheet
| If git log shows... | Use this style |
|---|---|
feat: xxx, fix: yyy |
SEMANTIC |
Add xxx, Fix yyy, xxx 추가 |
PLAIN |
format, lint, typo |
SHORT |
| Full sentences | SENTENCE |
| Mix of above | Use MAJORITY (not semantic by default) |
Decision Tree
Is this on main/master?
YES -> NEW_COMMITS_ONLY, never rewrite
NO -> Continue
Are all commits local (not pushed)?
YES -> AGGRESSIVE_REWRITE allowed
NO -> CAREFUL_REWRITE (warn on force push)
Does change complement existing commit?
YES -> FIXUP to that commit
NO -> NEW COMMIT
Is history messy?
YES + all local -> Consider RESET_REBUILD
NO -> Normal flow
Anti-Patterns (AUTOMATIC FAILURE)
- NEVER make one giant commit - 3+ files MUST be 2+ commits
- NEVER default to semantic commits - detect from git log first
- NEVER separate test from implementation - same commit always
- NEVER group by file type - group by feature/module
- NEVER rewrite pushed history without explicit permission
- NEVER leave working directory dirty - complete all changes
- NEVER skip JUSTIFICATION - explain why files are grouped
- NEVER use vague grouping reasons - "related to X" is NOT valid
FINAL CHECK BEFORE EXECUTION (BLOCKING)
STOP AND VERIFY - Do not proceed until ALL boxes checked:
[] File count check: N files -> at least ceil(N/3) commits?
- 3 files -> min 1 commit
- 5 files -> min 2 commits
- 10 files -> min 4 commits
- 20 files -> min 7 commits
[] Justification check: For each commit with 3+ files, did I write WHY?
[] Directory split check: Different directories -> different commits?
[] Test pairing check: Each test with its implementation?
[] Dependency order check: Foundations before dependents?
HARD STOP CONDITIONS:
- Making 1 commit from 3+ files -> WRONG. SPLIT.
- Making 2 commits from 10+ files -> WRONG. SPLIT MORE.
- Can't justify file grouping in one sentence -> WRONG. SPLIT.
- Different directories in same commit (without justification) -> WRONG. SPLIT.
REBASE MODE (Phase R1-R4)
PHASE R1: Rebase Context Analysis
# Execute ALL in parallel
git branch --show-current
git log --oneline -20
git merge-base HEAD main 2>/dev/null || git merge-base HEAD master
git rev-parse --abbrev-ref @{upstream} 2>/dev/null || echo "NO_UPSTREAM"
git status --porcelain
git stash list
R1.2 Safety Assessment
| Condition | Risk Level | Action |
|---|---|---|
| On main/master | CRITICAL | ABORT - never rebase main |
| Dirty working directory | WARNING | Stash first: git stash push -m "pre-rebase" |
| Pushed commits exist | WARNING | Will require force-push; confirm with user |
| All commits local | SAFE | Proceed freely |
| Upstream diverged | WARNING | May need --onto strategy |
R1.3 Determine Rebase Strategy
USER REQUEST -> STRATEGY:
"squash commits" / "cleanup" / "정리"
-> INTERACTIVE_SQUASH
"rebase on main" / "update branch" / "메인에 리베이스"
-> REBASE_ONTO_BASE
"autosquash" / "apply fixups"
-> AUTOSQUASH
"reorder commits" / "커밋 순서"
-> INTERACTIVE_REORDER
"split commit" / "커밋 분리"
-> INTERACTIVE_EDIT
PHASE R2: Rebase Execution
# Find merge-base
MERGE_BASE=$(git merge-base HEAD main 2>/dev/null || git merge-base HEAD master)
# Start interactive rebase
# NOTE: Cannot use -i interactively. Use GIT_SEQUENCE_EDITOR for automation.
# For SQUASH (combine all into one):
git reset --soft $MERGE_BASE
git commit -m "Combined: <summarize all changes>"
# For SELECTIVE SQUASH (keep some, squash others):
# Use fixup approach - mark commits to squash, then autosquash
R2.2 Autosquash Workflow
# When you have fixup! or squash! commits:
MERGE_BASE=$(git merge-base HEAD main 2>/dev/null || git merge-base HEAD master)
GIT_SEQUENCE_EDITOR=: git rebase -i --autosquash $MERGE_BASE
# The GIT_SEQUENCE_EDITOR=: trick auto-accepts the rebase todo
# Fixup commits automatically merge into their targets
R2.3 Rebase Onto (Branch Update)
# Scenario: Your branch is behind main, need to update
# Simple rebase onto main:
git fetch origin
git rebase origin/main
# Complex: Move commits to different base
# git rebase --onto <newbase> <oldbase> <branch>
git rebase --onto origin/main $(git merge-base HEAD origin/main) HEAD
R2.4 Handling Conflicts
CONFLICT DETECTED -> WORKFLOW:
1. Identify conflicting files:
git status | grep "both modified"
2. For each conflict:
- Read the file
- Understand both versions (HEAD vs incoming)
- Resolve by editing file
- Remove conflict markers (<<<<, ====, >>>>)
3. Stage resolved files:
git add <resolved-file>
4. Continue rebase:
git rebase --continue
5. If stuck or confused:
git rebase --abort # Safe rollback
R2.5 Recovery Procedures
| Situation | Command | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Rebase going wrong | git rebase --abort |
Returns to pre-rebase state |
| Need original commits | git reflog -> git reset --hard <hash> |
Reflog keeps 90 days |
| Accidentally force-pushed | git reflog -> coordinate with team |
May need to notify others |
| Lost commits after rebase | git fsck --lost-found |
Nuclear option |
PHASE R3: Post-Rebase Verification
Check new history
git log --oneline $(git merge-base HEAD main 2>/dev/null || git merge-base HEAD master)..HEAD
Verify code still works (if tests exist)
Run project-specific test command
Compare with pre-rebase if needed
git diff ORIG_HEAD..HEAD --stat
### Push Strategy
IF branch never pushed:
-> git push -u origin
IF branch already pushed:
-> git push --force-with-lease origin
</rebase_verify>
---
## PHASE R4: Rebase Report
REBASE SUMMARY: Strategy: <SQUASH | AUTOSQUASH | ONTO | REORDER> Commits before: N Commits after: M Conflicts resolved: K
HISTORY (after rebase):
NEXT STEPS:
- git push --force-with-lease origin
- Review changes before merge
---
---
# HISTORY SEARCH MODE (Phase H1-H3)
## PHASE H1: Determine Search Type
<history_search_type>
### H1.1 Parse User Request
| User Request | Search Type | Tool |
|--------------|-------------|------|
| "when was X added" / "X가 언제 추가됐어" | PICKAXE | `git log -S` |
| "find commits changing X pattern" | REGEX | `git log -G` |
| "who wrote this line" / "이 줄 누가 썼어" | BLAME | `git blame` |
| "when did bug start" / "버그 언제 생겼어" | BISECT | `git bisect` |
| "history of file" / "파일 히스토리" | FILE_LOG | `git log -- path` |
| "find deleted code" / "삭제된 코드 찾기" | PICKAXE_ALL | `git log -S --all` |
### H1.2 Extract Search Parameters
From user request, identify:
- SEARCH_TERM: The string/pattern to find
- FILE_SCOPE: Specific file(s) or entire repo
- TIME_RANGE: All time or specific period
- BRANCH_SCOPE: Current branch or --all branches
</history_search_type>
---
## PHASE H2: Execute Search
<history_search_exec>
### H2.1 Pickaxe Search (git log -S)
**Purpose**: Find commits that ADD or REMOVE a specific string
```bash
# Basic: Find when string was added/removed
git log -S "searchString" --oneline
# With context (see the actual changes):
git log -S "searchString" -p
# In specific file:
git log -S "searchString" -- path/to/file.py
# Across all branches (find deleted code):
git log -S "searchString" --all --oneline
# With date range:
git log -S "searchString" --since="2024-01-01" --oneline
# Case insensitive:
git log -S "searchstring" -i --oneline
Example Use Cases:
# When was this function added?
git log -S "def calculate_discount" --oneline
# When was this constant removed?
git log -S "MAX_RETRY_COUNT" --all --oneline
# Find who introduced a bug pattern
git log -S "== None" -- "*.py" --oneline # Should be "is None"
H2.2 Regex Search (git log -G)
Purpose: Find commits where diff MATCHES a regex pattern
# Find commits touching lines matching pattern
git log -G "pattern.*regex" --oneline
# Find function definition changes
git log -G "def\s+my_function" --oneline -p
# Find import changes
git log -G "^import\s+requests" -- "*.py" --oneline
# Find TODO additions/removals
git log -G "TODO|FIXME|HACK" --oneline
-S vs -G Difference:
-S "foo": Finds commits where COUNT of "foo" changed
-G "foo": Finds commits where DIFF contains "foo"
Use -S for: "when was X added/removed"
Use -G for: "what commits touched lines containing X"
H2.3 Git Blame
Purpose: Line-by-line attribution
# Basic blame
git blame path/to/file.py
# Specific line range
git blame -L 10,20 path/to/file.py
# Show original commit (ignoring moves/copies)
git blame -C path/to/file.py
# Ignore whitespace changes
git blame -w path/to/file.py
# Show email instead of name
git blame -e path/to/file.py
# Output format for parsing
git blame --porcelain path/to/file.py
Reading Blame Output:
^abc1234 (Author Name 2024-01-15 10:30:00 +0900 42) code_line_here
| | | | +-- Line content
| | | +-- Line number
| | +-- Timestamp
| +-- Author
+-- Commit hash (^ means initial commit)
H2.4 Git Bisect (Binary Search for Bugs)
Purpose: Find exact commit that introduced a bug
# Start bisect session
git bisect start
# Mark current (bad) state
git bisect bad
# Mark known good commit (e.g., last release)
git bisect good v1.0.0
# Git checkouts middle commit. Test it, then:
git bisect good # if this commit is OK
git bisect bad # if this commit has the bug
# Repeat until git finds the culprit commit
# Git will output: "abc1234 is the first bad commit"
# When done, return to original state
git bisect reset
Automated Bisect (with test script):
# If you have a test that fails on bug:
git bisect start
git bisect bad HEAD
git bisect good v1.0.0
git bisect run pytest tests/test_specific.py
# Git runs test on each commit automatically
# Exits 0 = good, exits 1-127 = bad, exits 125 = skip
H2.5 File History Tracking
# Full history of a file
git log --oneline -- path/to/file.py
# Follow file across renames
git log --follow --oneline -- path/to/file.py
# Show actual changes
git log -p -- path/to/file.py
# Files that no longer exist
git log --all --full-history -- "**/deleted_file.py"
# Who changed file most
git shortlog -sn -- path/to/file.py
PHASE H3: Present Results
SEARCH QUERY: "<what user asked>"
SEARCH TYPE: <PICKAXE | REGEX | BLAME | BISECT | FILE_LOG>
COMMAND USED: git log -S "..." ...
RESULTS:
Commit Date Message
--------- ---------- --------------------------------
abc1234 2024-06-15 feat: add discount calculation
def5678 2024-05-20 refactor: extract pricing logic
MOST RELEVANT COMMIT: abc1234
DETAILS:
Author: John Doe <john@example.com>
Date: 2024-06-15
Files changed: 3
DIFF EXCERPT (if applicable):
+ def calculate_discount(price, rate):
+ return price * (1 - rate)
H3.2 Provide Actionable Context
Based on search results, offer relevant follow-ups:
FOUND THAT commit abc1234 introduced the change.
POTENTIAL ACTIONS:
- View full commit: git show abc1234
- Revert this commit: git revert abc1234
- See related commits: git log --ancestry-path abc1234..HEAD
- Cherry-pick to another branch: git cherry-pick abc1234
Quick Reference: History Search Commands
| Goal | Command |
|---|---|
| When was "X" added? | git log -S "X" --oneline |
| When was "X" removed? | git log -S "X" --all --oneline |
| What commits touched "X"? | git log -G "X" --oneline |
| Who wrote line N? | git blame -L N,N file.py |
| When did bug start? | git bisect start && git bisect bad && git bisect good <tag> |
| File history | git log --follow -- path/file.py |
| Find deleted file | git log --all --full-history -- "**/filename" |
| Author stats for file | git shortlog -sn -- path/file.py |
Anti-Patterns (ALL MODES)
Commit Mode
- One commit for many files -> SPLIT
- Default to semantic style -> DETECT first
Rebase Mode
- Rebase main/master -> NEVER
--forceinstead of--force-with-lease-> DANGEROUS- Rebase without stashing dirty files -> WILL FAIL
History Search Mode
-Swhen-Gis appropriate -> Wrong results- Blame without
-Con moved code -> Wrong attribution - Bisect without proper good/bad boundaries -> Wasted time
Decide Fit First
Design Intent
How To Use It
Boundaries And Review