zagi

zagi is a drop-in git replacement designed specifically for AI agents like Claude Code and Cursor. It implements 121 git-compatible commands with three output modes: succinct (50% smaller for token efficiency), compatible (identical to git), and JSON (for machine parsing). Beyond standard git operations, zagi provides agent-specific features including fork/worktree management, prompt tracking to record user requests in commits, and optional guardrails to block destructive commands. Installation is straightforward via a single curl command, and it integrates seamlessly with existing git workflows while passing through any unimplemented commands to standard git.

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