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git-guardrails

Block dangerous git commands with configurable pre-command hooks.

Updated May 2, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#git#guardrails#hook#dangerous#safeguards#pre-command
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/maxenergy/skills --skill git-guardrails-maxenergy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: git-guardrails
Source: https://github.com/maxenergy/skills/tree/main/skills/misc/git-guardrails
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/maxenergy/skills --skill git-guardrails-maxenergy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Set up safeguards that block or warn before dangerous git operations such as push, reset --hard, clean -f, branch -D, checkout ., or restore .. Use when user wants to prevent destructive git commands, add git safety hooks, or make an agent ask before risky repository changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Blocks dangerous commands or requires explicit confirmation before proceeding.
  • Provides flexible integration options for project-scoped hooks (e.g., pre-command hooks) or shell wrappers to cover all environments.
  • Use case: protect repositories from accidental destructive actions in development, CI, or automation workflows.

Quick Start

Run the installer to enable pre-command git guardrails across your projects.

Frequently Asked Questions about git-guardrails

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I prevent accidental git push --force or git reset --hard in local development?▼

You can prevent accidental git push --force or git reset --hard by installing a pre-command hook that blocks dangerous git commands and requires explicit confirmation before proceeding.

Can I add git safety hooks to block destructive commands like git clean -f and git branch -D?▼

Yes, you can add git safety hooks to block destructive commands like git clean -f and git branch -D by enforcing configurable guardrails with a script-based blocker and a verify step.

What is the best way to require confirmation before risky git repository changes in CI pipelines?▼

The best way to require confirmation before risky git repository changes in CI pipelines is using a pre-command hook that warns or blocks dangerous operations across repositories.

Does a pre-command git guardrail work across all my repositories and automation workflows?▼

Pre-command git guardrails work across local development and CI pipelines by applying script-based blockers to dangerous commands, offering flexible integration for project-scoped hooks or shell wrappers.

Are git pre-command safeguards configurable to allow specific destructive actions when needed?▼

Git pre-command safeguards are configurable, allowing you to block or warn before dangerous operations while providing a verify step to confirm safe operations when explicit confirmation is given.

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