📋 Gitbutler
This skill should be used when the user asks about GitButler, "but" commands (but status, but absorb, but rub, but commit, but undo, but oplog snapshot), working in a gitbutler/workspace branch, safe git history manipulation, editing commits without rebase -i, squashing commits, fixing commit messag
npx playbooks add skill aheritier/boost-your-ai --skill gitbutler
About Gitbutler
Use Gitbutler to configure Claude Code, Cursor, or Copilot for developer workflow: it this skill should be used when the user asks about gitbutler, "but" commands (but status, but absorb, but rub, but commit, but undo, but oplog snapshot), working in a gitbutler/workspace branch, safe git history manipulation, editing commits without rebase -i, squashing commits, fixing commit messag.
This compact 45-word instruction set is purpose-built for developer workflow work in AI coding agents. Install with a single command.
Use Cases
- Streamlining git workflows and commit conventions
- Setting up CI/CD pipelines and deployment scripts
- Managing monorepos and multi-package projects
- Automating release notes and changelogs
Example Prompts
System Prompt (45 words)
This skill should be used when the user asks about GitButler, "but" commands (but status, but absorb, but rub, but commit, but undo, but oplog snapshot), working in a gitbutler/workspace branch, safe git history manipulation, editing commits without rebase -i, squashing commits, fixing commit messag
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gitbutler?
Gitbutler is a free developer workflow skill for AI coding agents. This skill should be used when the user asks about GitButler, "but" commands (but status, but absorb, but rub, but commit, but undo, but oplog snapshot), working in a gitbutler/workspace branch, safe git history manipulation, editing commits without rebase -i, squashing commits, fixing commit messag. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with developer workflow expertise.
How do I use Gitbutler with Claude Code?
Run npx playbooks add skill aheritier/boost-your-ai --skill gitbutler in your terminal to install Gitbutler into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.
Which AI coding agents work with Gitbutler?
Gitbutler is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.
Is Gitbutler free to use?
Yes, Gitbutler is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/aheritier/boost-your-ai/tree/main/plugins/gitbutler/skills/gitbutler. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.
