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name: commit-helper description: Generate conventional commit messages from staged changes. Runs autonomously using Haiku model. Use after completing TDD cycles, after refactoring sessions, or when ready to commit. context: agent

Commit Helper

Autonomous commit message generation that analyses staged changes and generates conventional commit messages.

When to Use

• After completing a TDD cycle (tests pass)
• After a refactoring session
• After completing a task in the XP workflow
• Whenever you have staged changes ready to commit

What It Does

1. Checks git status for staged changes
2. Reads the staged diff
3. Checks recent commits for style consistency
4. Analyses change type and scope
5. Generates a conventional commit message

Conventional Commit Format

Copy<type>: <summary>

[optional body]

[optional footer]

Types

Summary Rules

• Under 50 characters
• Imperative mood ("add" not "added")
• No period at end
• Capitalise first letter

Safety Rules

• NEVER add contributors unless explicitly requested
• NEVER commit files containing secrets
• NEVER use --amend unless explicitly requested