| name | v8-workflow |
| description | Manages git task isolation and environment setup in V8. Use at the start of any new task or bug fix. Do not use for general C++ editing. |
V8 Workflow Skill
This skill defines the standard process for setting up and managing your
development environment in V8.
1. Task Initialization (Isolation Strategy)
Before starting any feature or bug fix, you MUST decide on a strategy:
-
Isolated Strategy (Recommended): Create a dedicated git worktree and
branch. This prevents cross-contamination between tasks. Use
create_worktree.sh.
-
Reuse Strategy: Work in the current directory and branch.
- Use this only if the user explicitly requests to continue previous work or
prefers a single-branch workflow.
-
Issue Reset: If starting a new task without a worktree, always ask
before resetting the git cl issue.
2. Environment Setup
Once the branch is ready, ensure your local environment is configured for V8
development:
- depot_tools: Ensure it is in your PATH.
export PATH=$PATH:$HOME/depot_tools
- Output Directory: Use standard V8 output directories (e.g.,
out/x64.debug).
3. Available Tools
- create_worktree.sh: Automates the git
worktree isolation and setup process. Use this at the start of every new task.
- cleanup_worktree.sh: Safely removes
task worktrees and prunes remnants once a CL is landed or abandoned.
