Compaction recovery playbooks
A repeatable reset protocol for long agent sessions. Recovery playbooks turn compaction into a quick routine instead of a restart.
Expect compaction, plan for it
Even with better retrieval, long sessions eventually compact. The goal is to recover quickly without re-reading the repo, and a playbook makes recovery routine.
Recipe-based rehydration
Start with symbols and references, then pull the smallest code slices that confirm the plan. This keeps the agent aligned while minimizing token load and time.
Keep the plan alive
When you can rehydrate precise slices, you preserve intent and reduce rework. The agent stays aligned to the decisions you already made. Compaction becomes a speed bump, not a reset.