What is the Jujutsu operation log?

The operation log is a complete, snapshot-based record of every repository-modifying command in Jujutsu, acting as a permanent safety net for your work.

Which commands are covered by this skill?

This skill supports jj op log, jj op show, jj op restore, jj op diff, and the --at-op flag for status and logging commands.

How does this differ from the standard jj undo command?

While 'jj undo' is a convenience for reverting the single most recent action, this skill allows you to navigate the entire history, compare states, and jump back multiple steps at once.

Can I recover work that wasn't explicitly committed?

Yes. Because Jujutsu records operations for almost every command that changes the repo state, you can often recover work that would be lost in traditional systems like Git.

Is exploring past operations destructive to my current work?

No. By using the --at-op flag, you can view the logs, status, and diffs of past states without changing your current working directory or branch state.

Jujutsu Operation History

Name: Jujutsu Operation History
Author: edmundmiller

byedmundmiller

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Deployment & DevOps

Navigates and manages the Jujutsu (jj) operation log to enable repository time travel and state recovery.

The Jujutsu Operation History skill provides a comprehensive toolkit for interacting with the jj operation log, acting as a powerful safety net for developers. It enables users to browse past repository states, compare snapshots of the entire project, and restore the repository to any previous point in time. This is particularly useful for recovering from complex mistakes, auditing recent actions, or exploring the codebase as it existed during specific historical operations without affecting the current working state.

Key Features

01Compare repository structure and commit states between different operations

02Browse detailed operation logs with metadata and command history

03Integrates with advanced jj flags for deep repository exploration

04Restore the entire repository to a specific historical operation ID

05Perform non-destructive time travel to view the repository at any past state

0640 GitHub stars

Use Cases

01Recovering a lost commit or repository state after a complex series of commands

02Exploring historical project states to debug regressions or compare past implementations

03Auditing exactly what changed in the repository during a specific development session

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add edmundmiller/dotfiles jj-operations

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