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parallel-work-check

Compare local and remote branch commits to detect parallel work before implementation.

437|45|Updated Jan 27, 2026
Search Tags:#git#development-workflow#parallel-work#branch-validation#swarm-agents#stale-branches
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ZaxbyHub/opencode-swarm --skill parallel-work-check
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: parallel-work-check
Source: https://github.com/ZaxbyHub/opencode-swarm/tree/main/.opencode/skills/generated/parallel-work-check
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ZaxbyHub/opencode-swarm --skill parallel-work-check

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

When working on existing branches, concurrent changes from other developers or swarm agents can supersede or conflict with your planned work, leading to wasted effort, redundant code, and avoidable merge conflicts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Branch State Validation: Automatically compares local and remote branch HEAD commits to detect divergences, new remote commits, and unmerged parallel work.
  • Parallel Work Evaluation: Identifies changes from other swarm agents or contributors and prioritizes superior existing work to avoid redundant implementation.
  • Structured Decision Documentation: Generates a standardized parallel work check record to align team workflows and track rationale for work decisions. Use case: For example, if you are about to implement a bug fix on a shared feature branch, this skill first checks if another swarm has already shipped a more robust fix, so you can avoid duplicating effort.

Quick Start

Use the parallel-work-check skill to verify for any unmerged remote changes on your current branch before starting your planned work.

Frequently Asked Questions about parallel-work-check

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check for parallel work on a git branch before starting implementation?▼

To check for parallel work, compare your local branch HEAD commit against the remote branch to detect divergences and unmerged changes from other contributors before writing any code.

What is a stale branch and how does it cause redundant development work?▼

A stale branch is a local branch where the remote has new, unmerged commits from other developers or swarm agents. Working on it causes redundant code and avoidable merge conflicts.

How do swarm agents avoid duplicating bug fixes on shared feature branches?▼

Swarm agents avoid duplicating bug fixes by performing a remote state comparison to identify existing superior fixes from concurrent contributors, prioritizing that work over new implementation.

Does this parallel work check apply to pre-implementation validation on PR branches?▼

Yes, this parallel work check applies to all pre-implementation validation on non-fresh branches, including PR branches and feature branches, enforcing documented decision-making before code changes begin.

What is the best way to document decisions when evaluating concurrent git changes?▼

The best way to document decisions is by generating a standardized parallel work check record that aligns team workflows and tracks the rationale for continuing or abandoning planned work.

When should I not use an automated branch state validation workflow?▼

You should not use automated branch state validation on fresh branches with no remote divergence, as there is no concurrent parallel work from other contributors to evaluate or conflict with.

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