fix(workspaces): finalize path portability and lint fixes

Co-authored-by: Spencer <spencertang@google.com>

.gcp/Dockerfile.maintainer

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+# --- STAGE 1: Base Runtime ---
+FROM docker.io/library/node:20-slim AS base
+
+ARG CLI_VERSION_ARG
+ENV CLI_VERSION=$CLI_VERSION_ARG
+
+RUN apt-get update && apt-get install -y --no-install-recommends \
+  python3 \
+  curl \
+  dnsutils \
+  less \
+  jq \
+  ca-certificates \
+  && apt-get clean \
+  && rm -rf /var/lib/apt/lists/*
+
+# --- STAGE 2: Maintainer ---
+FROM base AS maintainer
+
+# Install "Maintainer Bloat" - tools needed for development and offloading
+RUN apt-get update && apt-get install -y --no-install-recommends \
+  make \
+  g++ \
+  gh \
+  git \
+  unzip \
+  rsync \
+  ripgrep \
+  procps \
+  psmisc \
+  lsof \
+  socat \
+  tmux \
+  docker.io \
+  build-essential \
+  libsecret-1-dev \
+  libkrb5-dev \
+  && apt-get clean \
+  && rm -rf /var/lib/apt/lists/*
+
+# Install global dev tools
+RUN npm install -g tsx vitest @google/gemini-cli@nightly prettier eslint typescript cross-env
+
+# Set up npm global package folder
+RUN mkdir -p /usr/local/share/npm-global \
+  && chown -R node:node /usr/local/share/npm-global
+ENV NPM_CONFIG_PREFIX=/usr/local/share/npm-global
+ENV PATH=$PATH:/usr/local/share/npm-global/bin
+
+# Switch to non-root user node
+USER node
+
+# Default entrypoint
+CMD ["/bin/bash"]

.gcp/maintainer-worker.yml

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+steps:
+  # Step 1: Install root dependencies
+  - name: 'us-west1-docker.pkg.dev/gemini-code-dev/gemini-code-containers/gemini-code-builder'
+    id: 'Install Dependencies'
+    entrypoint: 'npm'
+    args: ['install']
+
+  # Step 2: Authenticate for Docker
+  - name: 'us-west1-docker.pkg.dev/gemini-code-dev/gemini-code-containers/gemini-code-builder'
+    id: 'Authenticate docker'
+    entrypoint: 'npm'
+    args: ['run', 'auth']
+
+  # Step 3: Build workspace packages
+  - name: 'us-west1-docker.pkg.dev/gemini-code-dev/gemini-code-containers/gemini-code-builder'
+    id: 'Build packages'
+    entrypoint: 'npm'
+    args: ['run', 'build:packages']
+
+  # Step 4: Build Maintainer Image
+  - name: 'us-west1-docker.pkg.dev/gemini-code-dev/gemini-code-containers/gemini-code-builder'
+    id: 'Build Maintainer Image'
+    entrypoint: 'bash'
+    args:
+      - '-c'
+      - |-
+        IMAGE_BASE="us-docker.pkg.dev/gemini-code-dev/gemini-cli/maintainer"
+        
+        # Determine the primary tag (branch name or 'latest' for main)
+        RAW_BRANCH="${_HEAD_BRANCH:-${BRANCH_NAME}}"
+        if [ "$${RAW_BRANCH}" == "main" ]; then
+          TAG_PRIMARY="latest"
+        else
+          TAG_PRIMARY=$(echo "$${RAW_BRANCH}" | sed 's/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/-/g' | tr '[:upper:]' '[:lower:]')
+        fi
+        
+        TAG_SHA="${SHORT_SHA}"
+        
+        echo "📦 Building Maintainer Image for: $${RAW_BRANCH} -> $${TAG_PRIMARY}"
+        
+        docker build -f .gcp/Dockerfile.maintainer \
+          -t "$${IMAGE_BASE}:$${TAG_SHA}" \
+          -t "$${IMAGE_BASE}:$${TAG_PRIMARY}" .
+          
+        docker push "$${IMAGE_BASE}:$${TAG_SHA}"
+        docker push "$${IMAGE_BASE}:$${TAG_PRIMARY}"
+
+options:
+  defaultLogsBucketBehavior: 'REGIONAL_USER_OWNED_BUCKET'
+  dynamicSubstitutions: true

.gemini/commands/promote-behavioral-eval.toml

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+description = "Promote behavioral evals that have a 100% success rate over the last 7 nightly runs."
+prompt = """
+You are an expert at analyzing and promoting behavioral evaluations.
+
+1. **Investigate**:
+   - Use 'gh' cli to fetch the results from the most recent run from the main branch: https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/actions/workflows/evals-nightly.yml.
+   - DO NOT push any changes or start any runs. The rest of your evaluation will be local.
+   - Evals are in evals/ directory and are documented by evals/README.md.
+   - Identify tests that have passed 100% of the time for ALL enabled models across the past 7 runs in a row.
+   - NOTE: the results summary from the most recent run contains the last 7 runs test results. 100% means the test passed 3/3 times for that model and run.
+   - If a test meets this criteria, it is a candidate for promotion.
+
+2. **Promote**:
+   - For each candidate test, locate the test file in the evals/ directory.
+   - Promote the test according to the project's standard promotion process (e.g., moving it to a stable suite, updating its tags, or removing skip/flaky annotations). 
+   - Ensure you follow any guidelines in evals/README.md for stable tests.
+   - Your **final** change should be **minimal and targeted** to just promoting the test status.
+
+3. **Verify**:
+   - Run the promoted tests locally to validate that they still execute correctly. Be sure to run vitest in non-interactive mode.
+   - Check that the test is now part of the expected standard or stable test suites.
+
+4. **Report**:
+   - Provide a summary of the tests that were promoted.
+   - Include the success rate evidence (7/7 runs passed for all models) for each promoted test.
+   - If no tests met the criteria for promotion, clearly state that and summarize the closest candidates.
+
+{{args}}
+"""

.gemini/commands/strict-development-rules.md

@@ -107,7 +107,7 @@ Gemini CLI project.
   set.
 - **Logging**: Use `debugLogger` for rethrown errors to avoid duplicate logging.
 - **Keyboard Shortcuts**: Define all new keyboard shortcuts in
-  `packages/cli/src/config/keyBindings.ts` and document them in
+  `packages/cli/src/ui/key/keyBindings.ts` and document them in
   `docs/cli/keyboard-shortcuts.md`. Be careful of keybindings that require the
   `Meta` key, as only certain meta key shortcuts are supported on Mac. Avoid
   function keys and shortcuts commonly bound in VSCode.

.gemini/config.yaml

@@ -9,4 +9,5 @@ code_review:
     help: false
     summary: true
     code_review: true
+    include_drafts: false
 ignore_patterns: []

.gemini/settings.json

@@ -1,7 +1,8 @@
 {
   "experimental": {
     "plan": true,
-    "extensionReloading": true
+    "extensionReloading": true,
+    "modelSteering": true
   },
   "general": {
     "devtools": true

.gemini/skills/docs-changelog/SKILL.md

@@ -59,6 +59,10 @@ To standardize the process of updating changelog files (`latest.md`,
 
 *Use this path if the version number ends in `.0`.*
 
+**Important:** Based on the version, you must choose to follow either section
+A.1 for stable releases or A.2 for preview releases. Do not follow the
+instructions for the other section.
+
 ### A.1: Stable Release (e.g., `v0.28.0`)
 
 For a stable release, you will generate two distinct summaries from the
@@ -73,7 +77,8 @@ detailed **highlights** section for the release-specific page.
         use the existing announcements in `docs/changelogs/index.md` and the
         example within
         `.gemini/skills/docs-changelog/references/index_template.md` as your
-        guide. This format includes PR links and authors.
+        guide. This format includes PR links and authors. Stick to 1 or 2 PR
+        links and authors.
     -   Add this new announcement to the top of `docs/changelogs/index.md`.
 
 2.  **Create Highlights and Update `latest.md`**:
@@ -105,6 +110,10 @@ detailed **highlights** section for the release-specific page.
 
 *Use this path if the version number does **not** end in `.0`.*
 
+**Important:** Based on the version, you must choose to follow either section
+B.1 for stable patches or B.2 for preview patches. Do not follow the
+instructions for the other section.
+
 ### B.1: Stable Patch (e.g., `v0.28.1`)
 
 - **Target File**: `docs/changelogs/latest.md`
@@ -113,10 +122,12 @@ detailed **highlights** section for the release-specific page.
         `# Latest stable release: {{version}}`
     2.  Update the rease date. The line should read,
         `Released: {{release_date_month_dd_yyyy}}`
-    3.  **Prepend** the processed "What's Changed" list from the temporary file
+    3.  Determine if a "What's Changed" section exists in the temporary file
+        If so, continue to step 4. Otherwise, skip to step 5.
+    4.  **Prepend** the processed "What's Changed" list from the temporary file
         to the existing "What's Changed" list in `latest.md`. Do not change or
         replace the existing list, **only add** to the beginning of it.
-    4.  In the "Full Changelog", edit **only** the end of the URL. Identify the
+    5.  In the "Full Changelog", edit **only** the end of the URL. Identify the
         last part of the URL that looks like `...{previous_version}` and update
         it to be `...{version}`.
 
@@ -133,10 +144,12 @@ detailed **highlights** section for the release-specific page.
         `# Preview release: {{version}}`
     2.  Update the rease date. The line should read,
         `Released: {{release_date_month_dd_yyyy}}`
-    3.  **Prepend** the processed "What's Changed" list from the temporary file
+    3.  Determine if a "What's Changed" section exists in the temporary file
+        If so, continue to step 4. Otherwise, skip to step 5.
+    4.  **Prepend** the processed "What's Changed" list from the temporary file
         to the existing "What's Changed" list in `preview.md`. Do not change or
         replace the existing list, **only add** to the beginning of it.
-    4.  In the "Full Changelog", edit **only** the end of the URL. Identify the
+    5.  In the "Full Changelog", edit **only** the end of the URL. Identify the
         last part of the URL that looks like `...{previous_version}` and update
         it to be `...{version}`.
 
@@ -149,5 +162,5 @@ detailed **highlights** section for the release-specific page.
 
 ## Finalize
 
-- After making changes, run `npm run format` to ensure consistency.
+- After making changes, run `npm run format` ONLY to ensure consistency.
 - Delete any temporary files created during the process.

.gemini/skills/docs-writer/SKILL.md

@@ -45,6 +45,10 @@ Write precisely to ensure your instructions are unambiguous.
   specific verbs.
 - **Examples:** Use meaningful names in examples; avoid placeholders like
   "foo" or "bar."
+- **Quota and limit terminology:** For any content involving resource capacity
+  or using the word "quota" or "limit", strictly adhere to the guidelines in
+  the `quota-limit-style-guide.md` resource file. Generally, Use "quota" for the
+  administrative bucket and "limit" for the numerical ceiling.
 
 ### Formatting and syntax
 Apply consistent formatting to make documentation visually organized and
@@ -114,6 +118,8 @@ documentation.
   reflects existing code.
 - **Structure:** Apply "Structure (New Docs)" rules (BLUF, headings, etc.) when 
   adding new sections to existing pages.
+- **Headers**: If you change a header, you must check for links that lead to
+  that header and update them.
 - **Tone:** Ensure the tone is active and engaging. Use "you" and contractions.
 - **Clarity:** Correct awkward wording, spelling, and grammar. Rephrase
   sentences to make them easier for users to understand.
@@ -129,7 +135,8 @@ and that all links are functional.
   technical behavior.
 2.  **Self-review:** Re-read changes for formatting, correctness, and flow.
 3.  **Link check:** Verify all new and existing links leading to or from modified
-    pages.
+    pages. If you changed a header, ensure that any links that lead to it are
+    updated.
 4.  **Format:** Once all changes are complete, ask to execute `npm run format`
     to ensure consistent formatting across the project. If the user confirms,
     execute the command.

.gemini/skills/docs-writer/quota-limit-style-guide.md

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+# Style Guide: Quota vs. Limit
+
+This guide defines the usage of "quota," "limit," and related terms in
+user-facing interfaces.
+
+## TL;DR
+
+- **`quota`**: The administrative "bucket." Use for settings, billing, and
+  requesting increases. (e.g., "Adjust your storage **quota**.")
+- **`limit`**: The real-time numerical "ceiling." Use for error messages when a
+  user is blocked. (e.g., "You've reached your request **limit**.")
+- **When blocked, combine them:** Explain the **limit** that was hit and the
+  **quota** that is the remedy. (e.g., "You've reached the request **limit** for
+  your developer **quota**.")
+- **Related terms:** Use `usage` for consumption tracking, `restriction` for
+  fixed rules, and `reset` for when a limit refreshes.
+
+---
+
+## Detailed Guidelines
+
+### Definitions
+
+- **Quota is the "what":** It identifies the category of resource being managed
+  (e.g., storage quota, GPU quota, request/prompt quota).
+- **Limit is the "how much":** It defines the numerical boundary.
+
+Use **quota** when referring to the administrative concept or the request for
+more. Use **limit** when discussing the specific point of exhaustion.
+
+### When to use "quota"
+
+Use this term for **account management, billing, and settings.** It describes
+the entitlement the user has purchased or been assigned.
+
+**Examples:**
+
+- **Navigation label:** Quota and usage
+- **Contextual help:** Your **usage quota** is managed by your organization. To
+  request an increase, contact your administrator.
+
+### When to use "limit"
+
+Use this term for **real-time feedback, notifications, and error messages.** It
+identifies the specific wall the user just hit.
+
+**Examples:**
+
+- **Error message:** You’ve reached the 50-request-per-minute **limit**.
+- **Inline warning:** Input exceeds the 32k token **limit**.
+
+### How to use both together
+
+When a user is blocked, combine both terms to explain the **event** (limit) and
+the **remedy** (quota).
+
+**Example:**
+
+- **Heading:** Daily usage limit reached
+- **Body:** You've reached the maximum daily capacity for your developer quota.
+  To continue working today, upgrade your quota.

.gemini/skills/fix-pr/README.md

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+# Fix PR Skill
+
+The `fix-pr` skill enables the Gemini CLI agent to autonomously and iteratively
+fix a pull request until it is mergeable and passes all quality checks.
+
+## When to use fix-pr
+
+-   **Autonomous fixing**: Move a PR from failing to green without manual
+    intervention.
+-   **Iterative loops**: Automatically handle the "fix -> push -> wait for CI"
+    cycle.
+-   **Context preservation**: Maintain context across multiple fix attempts.
+
+## Sync vs Offload
+
+This skill is designed to be versatile:
+
+-   **Synchronous mode**: Activate the skill in your current terminal for
+    quick fixes or conflict resolution.
+-   **Offloaded mode**: Use `npm run offload <PR> fix` to launch an iterative
+    fix loop on a remote workstation, keeping your local machine free.
+
+## Objective
+
+The goal is to move a PR from its current state (failing tests, merge conflicts,
+or unaddressed comments) to a "Ready to Merge" state.
+
+## Technical details
+
+The skill uses the `gh` CLI and a specialized `wait-for-ci` utility to monitor
+remote status. It is governed by the project's standard security policies.

.gemini/skills/fix-pr/SKILL.md

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+# Fix PR Skill
+
+This skill enables the agent to autonomously and iteratively fix a Pull Request until it is mergeable and passes all quality checks. It is designed to be run in a dedicated, non-blocking environment (like an offloaded remote session).
+
+## Objective
+
+The goal is to move a PR from its current state (failing tests, merge conflicts, or unaddressed comments) to a "Ready to Merge" state.
+
+## Iterative Fix Loop
+
+The agent must follow this loop until the PR is green and mergeable:
+
+### 1. Synchronization & Merge Conflicts
+- Fetch latest main: `git fetch origin main`.
+- Attempt to merge: `git merge origin/main`.
+- **If conflicts occur**: 
+    - Use `git status` to identify conflicted files.
+    - Resolve the conflict markers (`<<<<<<<`, `=======`, `>>>>>>>`) based on the project's architectural direction.
+    - `git add` and `git commit` the resolution.
+
+### 2. CI Failure Analysis
+- Check current status: `gh pr checks`.
+- **If CI is failing**:
+    - Download failing logs: `gh run view --log-failed`.
+    - Analyze the specific error (lint, typecheck, or test failure).
+    - Reproduce the failure locally (e.g., `npm run lint`, `npm test -- <path>`).
+    - Apply a targeted fix.
+
+### 3. Comment Resolution
+- Fetch all comments: Use `scripts/fetch-pr-info.js` or `gh pr view --json reviews,comments`.
+- Analyze:
+    - **Line-level comments**: Fix the specific logic requested.
+    - **Review rejections**: Address the high-level architectural concerns.
+    - **General comments**: Respond or implement requested changes.
+- For each fixed item, summarize the change in a commit message.
+
+### 4. Verification & Push
+- Verify the fix locally: `npm run build` and relevant tests.
+- **If local verification fails**: Re-analyze and apply a new fix.
+- **If local verification passes**:
+    - `git add .`
+    - `git commit -m "fix: address <issue/comment>"`
+    - `git push origin HEAD`
+
+### 5. Wait for CI
+- Run the blocker tool: `npx tsx .gemini/skills/fix-pr/scripts/wait-for-ci.ts`.
+- **If CI passes**: Move to final check.
+- **If CI fails**: Repeat the loop from step 2.
+
+## Final Check
+The PR is considered "Fix Complete" when:
+1. `gh pr checks` returns success for all required jobs.
+2. There are no outstanding merge conflicts with `main`.
+3. All critical review comments have been addressed via code changes.
+
+## Best Practices
+- **Reason about failures**: Don't just guess. Read the stack traces and log files.
+- **Incremental commits**: Make small, focused commits for different fixes.
+- **Verify before pushing**: Always run the build/test locally before pushing to CI to save time.
+- **Be Autonomous**: In an offloaded session, you have full permission to iterate until successful.

.gemini/skills/fix-pr/scripts/wait-for-ci.ts

@@ -0,0 +1,41 @@
+/**
+ * CI Waiter Utility for Fix PR Skill
+ * Blocks until GitHub checks for the current branch are complete.
+ */
+import { spawnSync } from 'child_process';
+
+async function wait(ms: number) {
+  return new Promise(resolve => setTimeout(resolve, ms));
+}
+
+async function main() {
+  console.log('🔍 Waiting for GitHub Checks to complete...');
+  
+  let attempts = 0;
+  const maxAttempts = 30; // 15 minutes total
+
+  while (attempts < maxAttempts) {
+    const checkStatus = spawnSync('gh', ['pr', 'checks'], { shell: true });
+    const output = checkStatus.stdout.toString();
+    
+    if (output.includes('fail')) {
+      console.log('❌ CI Failed.');
+      process.exit(1);
+    } else if (output.includes('pending')) {
+      console.log(`⏳ CI still pending... (check ${attempts + 1}/${maxAttempts})`);
+      await wait(30000); // 30 seconds
+    } else if (output.trim() === '') {
+        console.log('⚠️ No checks found yet, waiting...');
+        await wait(10000);
+    } else {
+      console.log('✅ CI Passed!');
+      process.exit(0);
+    }
+    attempts++;
+  }
+
+  console.error('⏰ Timeout waiting for CI.');
+  process.exit(1);
+}
+
+main().catch(console.error);

.gemini/skills/github-issue-creator/SKILL.md

@@ -0,0 +1,76 @@
+---
+name: github-issue-creator
+description:
+  Use this skill when asked to create a GitHub issue. It handles different issue
+  types (bug, feature, etc.) using repository templates and ensures proper
+  labeling.
+---
+
+# GitHub Issue Creator
+
+This skill guides the creation of high-quality GitHub issues that adhere to the
+repository's standards and use the appropriate templates.
+
+## Workflow
+
+Follow these steps to create a GitHub issue:
+
+1.  **Identify Issue Type**: Determine if the request is a bug report, feature
+    request, or other category.
+
+2.  **Locate Template**: Search for issue templates in
+    `.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/`.
+    - `bug_report.yml`
+    - `feature_request.yml`
+    - `website_issue.yml`
+    - If no relevant YAML template is found, look for `.md` templates in the same
+      directory.
+
+3.  **Read Template**: Read the content of the identified template file to
+    understand the required fields.
+
+4.  **Draft Content**: Draft the issue title and body/fields.
+    - If using a YAML template (form), prepare values for each `id` defined in
+      the template.
+    - If using a Markdown template, follow its structure exactly.
+    - **Default Label**: Always include the `🔒 maintainer only` label unless the
+      user explicitly requests otherwise.
+
+5.  **Create Issue**: Use the `gh` CLI to create the issue.
+    - **CRITICAL:** To avoid shell escaping and formatting issues with
+      multi-line Markdown or complex text, ALWAYS write the description/body to
+      a temporary file first.
+
+    **For Markdown Templates or Simple Body:**
+    ```bash
+    # 1. Write the drafted content to a temporary file
+    # 2. Create the issue using the --body-file flag
+    gh issue create --title "Succinct title" --body-file <temp_file_path> --label "🔒 maintainer only"
+    # 3. Remove the temporary file
+    rm <temp_file_path>
+    ```
+
+    **For YAML Templates (Forms):**
+    While `gh issue create` supports `--body-file`, YAML forms usually expect
+    key-value pairs via flags if you want to bypass the interactive prompt.
+    However, the most reliable non-interactive way to ensure formatting is
+    preserved for long text fields is to use the `--body` or `--body-file` if the
+    form has been converted to a standard body, OR to use the `--field` flags
+    for YAML forms.
+
+    *Note: For the `gemini-cli` repository which uses YAML forms, you can often
+    submit the content as a single body if a specific field-based submission is
+    not required by the automation.*
+
+6.  **Verify**: Confirm the issue was created successfully and provide the link
+    to the user.
+
+## Principles
+
+- **Clarity**: Titles should be descriptive and follow project conventions.
+- **Defensive Formatting**: Always use temporary files with `--body-file` to
+  prevent newline and special character issues.
+- **Maintainer Priority**: Default to internal/maintainer labels to keep the
+  backlog organized.
+- **Completeness**: Provide all requested information (e.g., version info,
+  reproduction steps).

.gemini/skills/review-pr/README.md

@@ -0,0 +1,34 @@
+# Review PR Skill
+
+The `review-pr` skill enables the Gemini CLI agent to conduct high-fidelity,
+behavioral code reviews that go beyond simple static analysis.
+
+## When to use review-pr
+
+-   **Deep verification**: Verify that a feature actually works by executing
+    it in a live environment.
+-   **Infrastructure awareness**: Leverage build and CI results to focus on
+    empirical proof of functionality.
+-   **Interactive collaboration**: Discuss findings and explore edge cases
+    with the agent in real-time.
+
+## Sync vs Offload
+
+This skill supports two primary modes:
+
+-   **Synchronous mode**: Activate the skill locally for quick, high-level
+    analysis of a peer's PR.
+-   **Offloaded mode**: Use `npm run offload <PR> review` to conduct a
+    full-scale behavioral review on a remote workstation with parallelized
+    infrastructure validation.
+
+## Objective
+
+Conduct a thorough review that involves physically proving the feature works
+through terminal scripts and command execution.
+
+## Technical details
+
+The skill assumes the infrastructure (build and CI) is already being validated
+and focuses on empirical proofs. It uses the `extract-failures.ts` utility to
+automatically identify regressions in CI logs.

.gemini/skills/review-pr/SKILL.md

@@ -0,0 +1,67 @@
+# Review PR Skill
+
+This skill enables the agent to conduct a high-fidelity, behavioral code review
+for a Pull Request. It is designed to be run in a dedicated, workspace remote
+session where parallel infrastructure validation (build, CI check) is already 
+underway.
+
+## Objective
+
+Conduct a thorough review that goes beyond static analysis. The agent must
+**physically prove** the feature works and that all regressions are caught by 
+exercising the code in a live terminal.
+
+## Workflow: Verify then Synthesize
+
+The agent must follow these steps to conduct the review:
+
+### 1. Context Acquisition
+- Read the PR description: `gh pr view <PR_NUMBER>`.
+- Read the intent from the description and map it against the diff.
+- Run `/review-frontend <PR_NUMBER>` to get an initial static analysis report.
+
+### 2. Infrastructure Validation
+- Trust the parallel worker results in `.gemini/logs/workspace-<PR_NUMBER>/`.
+- Read `build.log` to ensure the environment is stable for testing.
+- Read `ci-status.exit`. 
+- **If CI is failing**: Use the extractor to identify failing tests:
+  `npx tsx .gemini/skills/review-pr/scripts/extract-failures.ts <PR_NUMBER>`
+- Reproduce the failing tests locally and analyze the output.
+
+### 3. Behavioral Verification (The "Proof")
+- Do NOT just trust that tests pass. 
+- Physically exercise the new code in the terminal.
+- Examples of "Proof":
+    - If it's a new CLI command, run it with various flags.
+    - If it's a new service, write a small `.ts` script to call the functions.
+    - If it's a UI component, verify the Ink layout renders correctly.
+- Log these proof steps and results in your conversation.
+
+### 4. Synthesis
+- Combine all data points:
+    - **Static Analysis** (Code quality, style).
+    - **Infrastructure** (Build status, CI status).
+    - **Behavioral Proof** (Empirical verification).
+- Check for merge conflicts with `main`.
+
+## Final Assessment
+
+Provide a final recommendation with four sections:
+
+1.  **Summary**: High-level verdict (Approve / Needs Work / Reject).
+2.  **Verified Behavior**: Describe the scripts/commands you ran to prove the
+    feature works.
+3.  **Findings**: List Critical issues, Improvements, and Nitpicks.
+4.  **Actionable URL**: Explicitly print the PR URL: `gh pr view --web`.
+
+### Approval Protocol
+
+After presenting the synthesis, the agent MUST determine the all-up recommendation and ask the user for confirmation:
+
+*   "Based on the verification, I recommend **[APPROVE / COMMENT / REJECT]**. Would you like me to post this review to GitHub?"
+*   If the user agrees, execute the appropriate `gh pr review` command (e.g., `gh pr review <PR_NUMBER> --approve --body "<Summary>"`).
+
+## Best Practices
+- **Be Skeptical**: Just because CI is green doesn't mean the feature is complete. Look for missing edge cases.
+- **Collaborate**: If you find a bug during verification, tell the user immediately in the main window.
+- **Don't Fix**: Your role is to **review**, not to fix. If the PR is failing, summarize the causes and request changes.

.gemini/skills/review-pr/scripts/extract-failures.ts

@@ -0,0 +1,59 @@
+/**
+ * CI Failure Extraction Utility
+ * 
+ * Analyzes remote CI logs to identify specific failing test files.
+ * Used by the review-pr and fix-pr skills to minimize local repro noise.
+ */
+import { spawnSync } from 'child_process';
+
+async function main() {
+  const prNumber = process.argv[2];
+  if (!prNumber) {
+    console.error('Usage: npx tsx extract-failures.ts <PR_NUMBER>');
+    process.exit(1);
+  }
+
+  console.log(`🔍 Investigating CI failures for PR #${prNumber}...`);
+
+  // 1. Get branch name
+  const branchView = spawnSync('gh', ['pr', 'view', prNumber, '--json', 'headRefName', '-q', '.headRefName'], { shell: true });
+  const branchName = branchView.stdout.toString().trim();
+
+  // 2. Get latest CI run ID
+  const runList = spawnSync('gh', ['run', 'list', '--branch', branchName, '--workflow', 'ci.yml', '--json', 'databaseId', '-q', '.[0].databaseId'], { shell: true });
+  const runId = runList.stdout.toString().trim();
+
+  if (!runId) {
+    console.log('⚠️ No recent CI runs found for this branch.');
+    process.exit(0);
+  }
+
+  // 3. Extract failing files from logs
+  // Pattern matches common test locations in the monorepo
+  const logView = spawnSync('gh', ['run', 'view', runId, '--log-failed'], { shell: true });
+  const logOutput = logView.stdout.toString();
+  
+  const testPattern = /(packages\/[a-zA-Z0-9_-]+|integration-tests|evals)\/[a-zA-Z0-9_\/-]+\.test\.ts(x)?/g;
+  const matches = logOutput.match(testPattern);
+
+  if (!matches || matches.length === 0) {
+    console.log('✅ No specific failing test files detected in logs.');
+    process.exit(0);
+  }
+
+  const uniqueFiles = Array.from(new Set(matches)).sort();
+  console.log('\n❌ Found failing test files:');
+  uniqueFiles.forEach(f => console.log(`  - ${f}`));
+
+  console.log('\n👉 Recommendation: Run these tests locally using:');
+  uniqueFiles.forEach(file => {
+    let wsDir = file.split('/')[0];
+    if (wsDir === 'packages') {
+      wsDir = file.split('/').slice(0, 2).join('/');
+    }
+    const relFile = file.replace(`${wsDir}/`, '');
+    console.log(`  npm run test:ci -w ${wsDir} -- ${relFile}`);
+  });
+}
+
+main().catch(console.error);

.gemini/skills/string-reviewer/SKILL.md

@@ -0,0 +1,99 @@
+---
+name: string-reviewer
+description: >
+  Use this skill when asked to review text and user-facing strings within the codebase. It ensures that these strings follow rules on clarity,
+  usefulness, brevity and style.
+---
+
+# String Reviewer
+
+## Instructions
+
+Act as a Senior UX Writer. Look for user-facing strings that are too long,
+unclear, or inconsistent. This includes inline text, error messages, and other
+user-facing text.
+
+Do NOT automatically change strings without user approval. You must only suggest
+changes and do not attempt to rewrite them directly unless the user explicitly
+asks you to do so.
+
+## Core voice principles
+
+The system prioritizes deterministic clarity over conversational fluff. We
+provide telemetry, not etiquette, ensuring the user retains absolute agency..
+
+1. **Deterministic clarity:** Distinguish between certain system/service states
+   (Cloud Billing, IAM, the System) and probabilistic AI analysis (Gemini).
+2. **System transparency:** Replace "Loading..." with active technical telemetry
+   (e.g., Tracing stack traces...). Keep status updates under 5 words.
+3. **Front-loaded actionability:** Always use the [Goal] + [Action] pattern.
+   Lead with intent so users can scan left-to-right.
+4. **Agentic error recovery:** Every error must be a pivot point. Pair failures
+   with one-click recovery commands or suggested prompts.
+5. **Contextual humility:** Reserve disclaimers and "be careful" warnings for P0
+   (destructive/irreversible) tasks only. Stop warning-fatigue.
+
+## The writing checklist
+
+Use this checklist to audit UI strings and AI responses.
+
+### Identity and voice
+- **Eliminate the "I":** Remove all first-person pronouns (I, me, my, mine).
+- **Subject attribution:** Refer to the AI as Gemini and the infrastructure as
+  the - system or the CLI.
+- **Active voice:** Ensure the subject (Gemini or the system) is clearly
+  performing the action.
+- **Ownership rule:** Use the system for execution (doing) and Gemini for
+  analysis (thinking)
+
+### Structural scannability
+- **The skip test:** Do the first 3 words describe the user’s intent? If not,
+  rewrite.
+- **Goal-first sequence:** Use the template: [To Accomplish X] + [Do Y].
+- **The 5-word rule:** Keep status updates and loading states under 5 words.
+- **Telemetry over etiquette:** Remove polite filler (Please wait, Thank you,
+  Certainly). Replace with raw data or progress indicators.
+- **Micro-state cycles:** For tasks $> 3$ seconds, cycle through specific
+  sub-states (e.g., Parsing logs... ➔ Identifying patterns...) to show momentum.
+
+
+### Technical accuracy and humility
+- **Verb signal check:** Use deterministic verbs (is, will, must) for system
+  state/infrastructure.
+  - Use probabilistic verbs (suggests, appears, may, identifies) for AI output.
+- **No 100% certainty:** Never attribute absolute certainty to model-generated
+  content.
+- **Precision over fuzziness:** Use technical metrics (latency, tokens, compute) instead of "speed" or "cost."
+- **Instructional warnings:** Every warning must include a specific corrective action (e.g., "Perform a dry-run first" or "Review line 42").
+
+### Agentic error recovery
+- **The one-step rule:** Pair every error message with exactly one immediate
+  path to a fix (command, link, or prompt).
+- **Human-first:** Provide a human-readable explanation before machine error
+  codes (e.g., 404, 500).
+-  **Suggested prompts:** Offer specific text for the user to copy/click like
+   “Ask Gemini: 'Explain this port error.'”
+
+### Use consistent terminology
+
+Ensure all terminology aligns with the project [word
+list](./references/word-list.md). 
+
+If a string uses a term marked "do not use" or "use with caution," provide a
+correction based on the preferred terms.
+
+## Ensure consistent style for settings
+
+If `packages/cli/src/config/settingsSchema.ts` is modified, confirm labels and
+descriptions specifically follow the unique [Settings
+guidelines](./references/settings.md).
+
+## Output format
+When suggesting changes, always present your review using the following list
+format. Do not provide suggestions outside of this list..
+
+```
+1. **{Rationale/Principle Violated}**
+  - ❌ "{incorrect phrase}"
+  - ✅ `"{corrected phrase}"`
+```

.gemini/skills/string-reviewer/references/settings.md

@@ -0,0 +1,28 @@
+# Settings
+
+## Noun-First Labeling (Scannability)
+
+Labels must start with the subject of the setting, not the action. This allows
+users to scan for the feature they want to change.
+
+- **Rule:** `[Noun]` `[Attribute/Action]`
+- **Example:** `Show line numbers` becomes simply `Line numbers`
+
+## Positive Boolean Logic (Cognitive Ease)
+
+Eliminate "double negatives." Booleans should represent the presence of a
+feature, not its absence.
+
+- **Rule:** Replace `Disable {feature}` or `Hide {Feature}` with
+  `{Feature} enabled` or simply `{Feature}`.
+- **Example:** Change "Disable auto update" to "Auto update".
+- **Implementation:** Invert the boolean value in your config loader so true
+  always equals `On`
+
+## Verb Stripping (Brevity)
+
+Remove redundant leading verbs like "Enable," "Use," "Display," or "Show" unless
+they are part of a specific technical term.
+
+- **Rule**: If the label works without the verb, remove it
+- **Example**: Change `Enable prompt completion` to `Prompt completion`

.gemini/skills/string-reviewer/references/word-list.md

@@ -0,0 +1,61 @@
+## Terms
+
+### Preferred
+
+- Use **create** when a user is creating or setting up something.
+- Use **allow** instead of **may** to indicate that permission has been granted
+  to perform some action.
+- Use **canceled**, not **cancelled**.
+- Use **configure** to refer to the process of changing the attributes of a
+  feature, even if that includes turning on or off the feature.
+- Use **delete** when the action being performed is destructive.
+- Use **enable** for binary operations that turn a feature or API on. Use "turn
+  on" and "turn off" instead of "enable" and "disable" for other situations.
+- Use **key combination** to refer to pressing multiple keys simultaneously.
+- Use **key sequence** to refer to pressing multiple keys separately in order.
+- Use **modify** to refer to something that has changed vs obtaining the latest
+  version of something.
+- Use **remove** when the action being performed takes an item out of a larger
+  whole, but doesn't destroy the item itself.
+- Use **set up** as a verb. Use **setup** as a noun or adjective.
+- Use **show**. In general, use paired with **hide**.
+- Use **sign in**, **sign out** as a verb. Use **sign-in** or **sign-out** as a
+  noun or adjective.
+- Use **update** when you mean to obtain the latest version of something.
+- Use **want** instead of **like** or **would like**.
+
+#### Don't use
+
+- Don't use **etc.** It's redundant. To convey that a series is incomplete,
+  introduce it with "such as" instead.
+- Don't use **hostname**, use "host name" instead.
+- Don't use **in order to**. It's too formal. "Before you can" is usually better
+  in UI text.
+- Don't use **one or more**. Specify the quantity where possible. Use "at least
+  one" when the quantity is 1+ but you can't be sure of the number. Likewise,
+  use "at least one" when the user must choose a quantity of 1+.
+- Don't use the terms **log in**, **log on**, **login**, **logout** or **log
+  out**.
+- Don't use **like** or **would you like**. Use **want** instead. Better yet,
+  rephrase so that it's not referring to the user's emotional state, but rather
+  what is required.
+
+#### Use with caution
+
+- Avoid using **leverage**, especially as a verb. "Leverage" is considered a
+  buzzword largely devoid of meaning apart from the simpler "use".
+- Avoid using **once** as a synonym for "after". Typically, when "once" is used
+  in this way, it is followed by a verb in the perfect tense.
+- Don't use **e.g.** Use "example", "such as", "like", or "for example". The
+  phrase is always followed by a comma.
+- Don't use **i.e.** unless absolutely essential to make text fit. Use "that is"
+  instead.
+- Use **disable** for binary operations that turn a feature or API off. Use
+  "turn on" and "turn off" instead of "enable" and "disable" for other
+  situations. For UI elements that are not available, use "dimmed" instead of
+  "disabled".
+- Use **please** only when you're asking the user to do something inconvenient,
+  not just following the instructions in a typical flow.
+- Use **really** sparingly in such constructions as "Do you really want to..."
+  Because of the weight it puts on the decision, it should be used to confirm
+  actions that the user is extremely unlikely to make.

.github/CODEOWNERS

@@ -14,3 +14,9 @@
 
 # Docs have a dedicated approver group in addition to maintainers
 /docs/ @google-gemini/gemini-cli-maintainers @google-gemini/gemini-cli-docs
+/README.md @google-gemini/gemini-cli-maintainers @google-gemini/gemini-cli-docs
+
+# Prompt contents, tool definitions, and evals require reviews from prompt approvers
+/packages/core/src/prompts/ @google-gemini/gemini-cli-prompt-approvers
+/packages/core/src/tools/ @google-gemini/gemini-cli-prompt-approvers
+/evals/ @google-gemini/gemini-cli-prompt-approvers

.github/actions/create-pull-request/action.yml

@@ -39,18 +39,22 @@ runs:
       if: "inputs.dry-run != 'true'"
       env:
         GH_TOKEN: '${{ inputs.github-token }}'
+        INPUTS_BRANCH_NAME: '${{ inputs.branch-name }}'
+        INPUTS_PR_TITLE: '${{ inputs.pr-title }}'
+        INPUTS_PR_BODY: '${{ inputs.pr-body }}'
+        INPUTS_BASE_BRANCH: '${{ inputs.base-branch }}'
       shell: 'bash'
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       run: |
         set -e
-        if ! git ls-remote --exit-code --heads origin "${{ inputs.branch-name }}"; then
-          echo "::error::Branch '${{ inputs.branch-name }}' does not exist on the remote repository."
+        if ! git ls-remote --exit-code --heads origin "${INPUTS_BRANCH_NAME}"; then
+          echo "::error::Branch '${INPUTS_BRANCH_NAME}' does not exist on the remote repository."
           exit 1
         fi
         PR_URL=$(gh pr create \
-          --title "${{ inputs.pr-title }}" \
-          --body "${{ inputs.pr-body }}" \
-          --base "${{ inputs.base-branch }}" \
-          --head "${{ inputs.branch-name }}" \
+          --title "${INPUTS_PR_TITLE}" \
+          --body "${INPUTS_PR_BODY}" \
+          --base "${INPUTS_BASE_BRANCH}" \
+          --head "${INPUTS_BRANCH_NAME}" \
           --fill)
         gh pr merge "$PR_URL" --auto

.github/actions/npm-auth-token/action.yml

@@ -30,16 +30,22 @@ runs:
       id: 'npm_auth_token'
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |
-        AUTH_TOKEN="${{ inputs.github-token }}"
-        PACKAGE_NAME="${{ inputs.package-name }}"
+        AUTH_TOKEN="${INPUTS_GITHUB_TOKEN}"
+        PACKAGE_NAME="${INPUTS_PACKAGE_NAME}"
         PRIVATE_REPO="@google-gemini/"
         if [[ "$PACKAGE_NAME" == "$PRIVATE_REPO"* ]]; then
-          AUTH_TOKEN="${{ inputs.github-token }}"
+          AUTH_TOKEN="${INPUTS_GITHUB_TOKEN}"
         elif [[ "$PACKAGE_NAME" == "@google/gemini-cli" ]]; then
-          AUTH_TOKEN="${{ inputs.wombat-token-cli }}"
+          AUTH_TOKEN="${INPUTS_WOMBAT_TOKEN_CLI}"
         elif [[ "$PACKAGE_NAME" == "@google/gemini-cli-core" ]]; then
-          AUTH_TOKEN="${{ inputs.wombat-token-core }}"
+          AUTH_TOKEN="${INPUTS_WOMBAT_TOKEN_CORE}"
         elif [[ "$PACKAGE_NAME" == "@google/gemini-cli-a2a-server" ]]; then
-          AUTH_TOKEN="${{ inputs.wombat-token-a2a-server }}"
+          AUTH_TOKEN="${INPUTS_WOMBAT_TOKEN_A2A_SERVER}"
         fi
         echo "auth-token=$AUTH_TOKEN" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+      env:
+        INPUTS_GITHUB_TOKEN: '${{ inputs.github-token }}'
+        INPUTS_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.package-name }}'
+        INPUTS_WOMBAT_TOKEN_CLI: '${{ inputs.wombat-token-cli }}'
+        INPUTS_WOMBAT_TOKEN_CORE: '${{ inputs.wombat-token-core }}'
+        INPUTS_WOMBAT_TOKEN_A2A_SERVER: '${{ inputs.wombat-token-a2a-server }}'

.github/actions/publish-release/action.yml

@@ -93,15 +93,19 @@ runs:
       id: 'release_branch'
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |
-        BRANCH_NAME="release/${{ inputs.release-tag }}"
+        BRANCH_NAME="release/${INPUTS_RELEASE_TAG}"
         git switch -c "${BRANCH_NAME}"
         echo "BRANCH_NAME=${BRANCH_NAME}" >> "${GITHUB_OUTPUT}"
+      env:
+        INPUTS_RELEASE_TAG: '${{ inputs.release-tag }}'
 
     - name: '⬆️ Update package versions'
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |
-        npm run release:version "${{ inputs.release-version }}"
+        npm run release:version "${INPUTS_RELEASE_VERSION}"
+      env:
+        INPUTS_RELEASE_VERSION: '${{ inputs.release-version }}'
 
     - name: '💾 Commit and Conditionally Push package versions'
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
@@ -163,23 +167,37 @@ runs:
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       env:
         NODE_AUTH_TOKEN: '${{ steps.core-token.outputs.auth-token }}'
+        INPUTS_DRY_RUN: '${{ inputs.dry-run }}'
+        INPUTS_CORE_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.core-package-name }}'
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |
         npm publish \
-          --dry-run="${{ inputs.dry-run }}" \
-          --workspace="${{ inputs.core-package-name }}" \
+          --dry-run="${INPUTS_DRY_RUN}" \
+          --workspace="${INPUTS_CORE_PACKAGE_NAME}" \
           --no-tag
-        npm dist-tag rm ${{ inputs.core-package-name }} false --silent
+        npm dist-tag rm ${INPUTS_CORE_PACKAGE_NAME} false --silent
 
     - name: '🔗 Install latest core package'
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       if: "${{ inputs.dry-run != 'true' }}"
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |
-        npm install "${{ inputs.core-package-name }}@${{ inputs.release-version }}" \
-        --workspace="${{ inputs.cli-package-name }}" \
-        --workspace="${{ inputs.a2a-package-name }}" \
+        npm install "${INPUTS_CORE_PACKAGE_NAME}@${INPUTS_RELEASE_VERSION}" \
+        --workspace="${INPUTS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME}" \
+        --workspace="${INPUTS_A2A_PACKAGE_NAME}" \
         --save-exact
+      env:
+        INPUTS_CORE_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.core-package-name }}'
+        INPUTS_RELEASE_VERSION: '${{ inputs.release-version }}'
+        INPUTS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.cli-package-name }}'
+        INPUTS_A2A_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.a2a-package-name }}'
+
+    - name: '📦 Prepare bundled CLI for npm release'
+      if: "inputs.npm-registry-url != 'https://npm.pkg.github.com/' && inputs.npm-tag != 'latest'"
+      working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
+      shell: 'bash'
+      run: |
+        node ${{ github.workspace }}/scripts/prepare-npm-release.js
 
     - name: 'Get CLI Token'
       uses: './.github/actions/npm-auth-token'
@@ -195,13 +213,15 @@ runs:
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       env:
         NODE_AUTH_TOKEN: '${{ steps.cli-token.outputs.auth-token }}'
+        INPUTS_DRY_RUN: '${{ inputs.dry-run }}'
+        INPUTS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.cli-package-name }}'
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |
         npm publish \
-          --dry-run="${{ inputs.dry-run }}" \
-          --workspace="${{ inputs.cli-package-name }}" \
+          --dry-run="${INPUTS_DRY_RUN}" \
+          --workspace="${INPUTS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME}" \
           --no-tag
-        npm dist-tag rm ${{ inputs.cli-package-name }} false --silent
+        npm dist-tag rm ${INPUTS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME} false --silent
 
     - name: 'Get a2a-server Token'
       uses: './.github/actions/npm-auth-token'
@@ -217,14 +237,16 @@ runs:
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       env:
         NODE_AUTH_TOKEN: '${{ steps.a2a-token.outputs.auth-token }}'
+        INPUTS_DRY_RUN: '${{ inputs.dry-run }}'
+        INPUTS_A2A_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.a2a-package-name }}'
       shell: 'bash'
       # Tag staging for initial release
       run: |
         npm publish \
-          --dry-run="${{ inputs.dry-run }}" \
-          --workspace="${{ inputs.a2a-package-name }}" \
+          --dry-run="${INPUTS_DRY_RUN}" \
+          --workspace="${INPUTS_A2A_PACKAGE_NAME}" \
           --no-tag
-        npm dist-tag rm ${{ inputs.a2a-package-name }} false --silent
+        npm dist-tag rm ${INPUTS_A2A_PACKAGE_NAME} false --silent
 
     - name: '🔬 Verify NPM release by version'
       uses: './.github/actions/verify-release'
@@ -258,13 +280,16 @@ runs:
       if: "${{ inputs.dry-run != 'true' && inputs.skip-github-release != 'true' && inputs.npm-tag != 'dev' && inputs.npm-registry-url != 'https://npm.pkg.github.com/' }}"
       env:
         GITHUB_TOKEN: '${{ inputs.github-release-token || inputs.github-token }}'
+        INPUTS_RELEASE_TAG: '${{ inputs.release-tag }}'
+        STEPS_RELEASE_BRANCH_OUTPUTS_BRANCH_NAME: '${{ steps.release_branch.outputs.BRANCH_NAME }}'
+        INPUTS_PREVIOUS_TAG: '${{ inputs.previous-tag }}'
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |
-        gh release create "${{ inputs.release-tag }}" \
+        gh release create "${INPUTS_RELEASE_TAG}" \
           bundle/gemini.js \
-          --target "${{ steps.release_branch.outputs.BRANCH_NAME }}" \
-          --title "Release ${{ inputs.release-tag }}" \
-          --notes-start-tag "${{ inputs.previous-tag }}" \
+          --target "${STEPS_RELEASE_BRANCH_OUTPUTS_BRANCH_NAME}" \
+          --title "Release ${INPUTS_RELEASE_TAG}" \
+          --notes-start-tag "${INPUTS_PREVIOUS_TAG}" \
           --generate-notes \
           ${{ inputs.npm-tag != 'latest' && '--prerelease' || '' }}
 
@@ -274,5 +299,8 @@ runs:
       continue-on-error: true
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |
-        echo "Cleaning up release branch ${{ steps.release_branch.outputs.BRANCH_NAME }}..."
-        git push origin --delete "${{ steps.release_branch.outputs.BRANCH_NAME }}"
+        echo "Cleaning up release branch ${STEPS_RELEASE_BRANCH_OUTPUTS_BRANCH_NAME}..."
+        git push origin --delete "${STEPS_RELEASE_BRANCH_OUTPUTS_BRANCH_NAME}"
+
+      env:
+        STEPS_RELEASE_BRANCH_OUTPUTS_BRANCH_NAME: '${{ steps.release_branch.outputs.BRANCH_NAME }}'

.github/actions/push-docker/action.yml

@@ -52,8 +52,10 @@ runs:
       id: 'branch_name'
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |
-        REF_NAME="${{ inputs.ref-name }}"
+        REF_NAME="${INPUTS_REF_NAME}"
         echo "name=${REF_NAME%/merge}" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+      env:
+        INPUTS_REF_NAME: '${{ inputs.ref-name }}'
     - name: 'Build and Push the Docker Image'
       uses: 'docker/build-push-action@263435318d21b8e681c14492fe198d362a7d2c83' # ratchet:docker/build-push-action@v6
       with:

.github/actions/push-sandbox/action.yml

@@ -44,6 +44,8 @@ runs:
     - name: 'npm build'
       shell: 'bash'
       run: 'npm run build'
+    - name: 'Set up QEMU'
+      uses: 'docker/setup-qemu-action@v3'
     - name: 'Set up Docker Buildx'
       uses: 'docker/setup-buildx-action@v3'
     - name: 'Log in to GitHub Container Registry'
@@ -56,8 +58,8 @@ runs:
       id: 'image_tag'
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |-
-        SHELL_TAG_NAME="${{ inputs.github-ref-name }}"
-        FINAL_TAG="${{ inputs.github-sha }}"
+        SHELL_TAG_NAME="${INPUTS_GITHUB_REF_NAME}"
+        FINAL_TAG="${INPUTS_GITHUB_SHA}"
         if [[ "$SHELL_TAG_NAME" =~ ^v[0-9]+\.[0-9]+\.[0-9]+(-[a-zA-Z0-9.-]+)?$ ]]; then
           echo "Release detected."
           FINAL_TAG="${SHELL_TAG_NAME#v}"
@@ -66,15 +68,22 @@ runs:
         fi
         echo "Determined image tag: $FINAL_TAG"
         echo "FINAL_TAG=$FINAL_TAG" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+      env:
+        INPUTS_GITHUB_REF_NAME: '${{ inputs.github-ref-name }}'
+        INPUTS_GITHUB_SHA: '${{ inputs.github-sha }}'
+    # We build amd64 just so we can verify it.
+    # We build and push both amd64 and arm64 in the publish step.
     - name: 'build'
       id: 'docker_build'
       shell: 'bash'
       env:
         GEMINI_SANDBOX_IMAGE_TAG: '${{ steps.image_tag.outputs.FINAL_TAG }}'
         GEMINI_SANDBOX: 'docker'
+        BUILD_SANDBOX_FLAGS: '--platform linux/amd64 --load'
+        STEPS_IMAGE_TAG_OUTPUTS_FINAL_TAG: '${{ steps.image_tag.outputs.FINAL_TAG }}'
       run: |-
         npm run build:sandbox -- \
-          --image google/gemini-cli-sandbox:${{ steps.image_tag.outputs.FINAL_TAG }} \
+          --image "google/gemini-cli-sandbox:${STEPS_IMAGE_TAG_OUTPUTS_FINAL_TAG}" \
           --output-file final_image_uri.txt
         echo "uri=$(cat final_image_uri.txt)" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
     - name: 'verify'
@@ -88,8 +97,14 @@ runs:
     - name: 'publish'
       shell: 'bash'
       if: "${{ inputs.dry-run != 'true' }}"
+      env:
+        GEMINI_SANDBOX_IMAGE_TAG: '${{ steps.image_tag.outputs.FINAL_TAG }}'
+        GEMINI_SANDBOX: 'docker'
+        BUILD_SANDBOX_FLAGS: '--platform linux/amd64,linux/arm64 --push'
+        STEPS_IMAGE_TAG_OUTPUTS_FINAL_TAG: '${{ steps.image_tag.outputs.FINAL_TAG }}'
       run: |-
-        docker push "${{ steps.docker_build.outputs.uri }}"
+        npm run build:sandbox -- \
+          --image "google/gemini-cli-sandbox:${STEPS_IMAGE_TAG_OUTPUTS_FINAL_TAG}"
     - name: 'Create issue on failure'
       if: |-
         ${{ failure() }}

.github/actions/setup-npmrc/action.yml

@@ -18,5 +18,7 @@ runs:
       shell: 'bash'
       run: |-
         echo ""@google-gemini:registry=https://npm.pkg.github.com"" > ~/.npmrc
-        echo ""//npm.pkg.github.com/:_authToken=${{ inputs.github-token }}"" >> ~/.npmrc
+        echo ""//npm.pkg.github.com/:_authToken=${INPUTS_GITHUB_TOKEN}"" >> ~/.npmrc
         echo ""@google:registry=https://wombat-dressing-room.appspot.com"" >> ~/.npmrc
+      env:
+        INPUTS_GITHUB_TOKEN: '${{ inputs.github-token }}'

.github/actions/tag-npm-release/action.yml

@@ -71,10 +71,13 @@ runs:
         ${{ inputs.dry-run != 'true' }}
       env:
         NODE_AUTH_TOKEN: '${{ steps.core-token.outputs.auth-token }}'
+        INPUTS_CORE_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.core-package-name }}'
+        INPUTS_VERSION: '${{ inputs.version }}'
+        INPUTS_CHANNEL: '${{ inputs.channel }}'
       shell: 'bash'
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       run: |
-        npm dist-tag add ${{ inputs.core-package-name }}@${{ inputs.version }} ${{ inputs.channel }}
+        npm dist-tag add ${INPUTS_CORE_PACKAGE_NAME}@${INPUTS_VERSION} ${INPUTS_CHANNEL}
 
     - name: 'Get cli Token'
       uses: './.github/actions/npm-auth-token'
@@ -91,10 +94,13 @@ runs:
         ${{ inputs.dry-run != 'true' }}
       env:
         NODE_AUTH_TOKEN: '${{ steps.cli-token.outputs.auth-token }}'
+        INPUTS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.cli-package-name }}'
+        INPUTS_VERSION: '${{ inputs.version }}'
+        INPUTS_CHANNEL: '${{ inputs.channel }}'
       shell: 'bash'
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       run: |
-        npm dist-tag add ${{ inputs.cli-package-name }}@${{ inputs.version }} ${{ inputs.channel }}
+        npm dist-tag add ${INPUTS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME}@${INPUTS_VERSION} ${INPUTS_CHANNEL}
 
     - name: 'Get a2a Token'
       uses: './.github/actions/npm-auth-token'
@@ -111,10 +117,13 @@ runs:
         ${{ inputs.dry-run == 'false' }}
       env:
         NODE_AUTH_TOKEN: '${{ steps.a2a-token.outputs.auth-token }}'
+        INPUTS_A2A_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.a2a-package-name }}'
+        INPUTS_VERSION: '${{ inputs.version }}'
+        INPUTS_CHANNEL: '${{ inputs.channel }}'
       shell: 'bash'
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       run: |
-        npm dist-tag add ${{ inputs.a2a-package-name }}@${{ inputs.version }} ${{ inputs.channel }}
+        npm dist-tag add ${INPUTS_A2A_PACKAGE_NAME}@${INPUTS_VERSION} ${INPUTS_CHANNEL}
 
     - name: 'Log dry run'
       if: |-
@@ -122,4 +131,15 @@ runs:
       shell: 'bash'
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       run: |
-        echo "Dry run: Would have added tag '${{ inputs.channel }}' to version '${{ inputs.version }}' for ${{ inputs.cli-package-name }}, ${{ inputs.core-package-name }}, and ${{ inputs.a2a-package-name }}."
+        echo "Dry run: Would have added tag '${INPUTS_CHANNEL}' to version '${INPUTS_VERSION}' for ${INPUTS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME}, ${INPUTS_CORE_PACKAGE_NAME}, and ${INPUTS_A2A_PACKAGE_NAME}."
+
+      env:
+        INPUTS_CHANNEL: '${{ inputs.channel }}'
+
+        INPUTS_VERSION: '${{ inputs.version }}'
+
+        INPUTS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.cli-package-name }}'
+
+        INPUTS_CORE_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.core-package-name }}'
+
+        INPUTS_A2A_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ inputs.a2a-package-name }}'

.github/actions/verify-release/action.yml

@@ -64,10 +64,13 @@ runs:
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       run: |-
         gemini_version=$(gemini --version)
-        if [ "$gemini_version" != "${{ inputs.expected-version }}" ]; then
-          echo "❌ NPM Version mismatch: Got $gemini_version from ${{ inputs.npm-package }}, expected ${{ inputs.expected-version }}"
+        if [ "$gemini_version" != "${INPUTS_EXPECTED_VERSION}" ]; then
+          echo "❌ NPM Version mismatch: Got $gemini_version from ${INPUTS_NPM_PACKAGE}, expected ${INPUTS_EXPECTED_VERSION}"
           exit 1
         fi
+      env:
+        INPUTS_EXPECTED_VERSION: '${{ inputs.expected-version }}'
+        INPUTS_NPM_PACKAGE: '${{ inputs.npm-package }}'
 
     - name: 'Clear npm cache'
       shell: 'bash'
@@ -77,11 +80,14 @@ runs:
       shell: 'bash'
       working-directory: '${{ inputs.working-directory }}'
       run: |-
-        gemini_version=$(npx --prefer-online "${{ inputs.npm-package}}" --version)
-        if [ "$gemini_version" != "${{ inputs.expected-version }}" ]; then
-          echo "❌ NPX Run Version mismatch: Got $gemini_version from ${{ inputs.npm-package }}, expected ${{ inputs.expected-version }}"
+        gemini_version=$(npx --prefer-online "${INPUTS_NPM_PACKAGE}" --version)
+        if [ "$gemini_version" != "${INPUTS_EXPECTED_VERSION}" ]; then
+          echo "❌ NPX Run Version mismatch: Got $gemini_version from ${INPUTS_NPM_PACKAGE}, expected ${INPUTS_EXPECTED_VERSION}"
           exit 1
         fi
+      env:
+        INPUTS_NPM_PACKAGE: '${{ inputs.npm-package }}'
+        INPUTS_EXPECTED_VERSION: '${{ inputs.expected-version }}'
 
     - name: 'Install dependencies for integration tests'
       shell: 'bash'

.github/scripts/sync-maintainer-labels.cjs

@@ -347,6 +347,36 @@ async function run() {
           });
         }
       }
+
+      // Remove status/need-triage from maintainer-only issues since they
+      // don't need community triage. We always attempt removal rather than
+      // checking the (potentially stale) label snapshot, because the
+      // issue-opened-labeler workflow runs concurrently and may add the
+      // label after our snapshot was taken.
+      if (isDryRun) {
+        console.log(
+          `[DRY RUN] Would remove status/need-triage from ${issueKey}`,
+        );
+      } else {
+        try {
+          await octokit.rest.issues.removeLabel({
+            owner: issueInfo.owner,
+            repo: issueInfo.repo,
+            issue_number: issueInfo.number,
+            name: 'status/need-triage',
+          });
+          console.log(`Removed status/need-triage from ${issueKey}`);
+        } catch (removeError) {
+          // 404 means the label wasn't present — that's fine.
+          if (removeError.status === 404) {
+            console.log(
+              `status/need-triage not present on ${issueKey}, skipping.`,
+            );
+          } else {
+            throw removeError;
+          }
+        }
+      }
     } catch (error) {
       console.error(`Error processing label for ${issueKey}: ${error.message}`);
     }

.github/workflows/chained_e2e.yml

@@ -31,6 +31,7 @@ jobs:
     name: 'Merge Queue Skipper'
     permissions: 'read-all'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     outputs:
       skip: '${{ steps.merge-queue-e2e-skipper.outputs.skip-check }}'
     steps:
@@ -42,7 +43,7 @@ jobs:
 
   download_repo_name:
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
-    if: "${{github.event_name == 'workflow_dispatch' || github.event_name == 'workflow_run'}}"
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && (github.event_name == 'workflow_dispatch' || github.event_name == 'workflow_run')"
     outputs:
       repo_name: '${{ steps.output-repo-name.outputs.repo_name }}'
       head_sha: '${{ steps.output-repo-name.outputs.head_sha }}'
@@ -53,7 +54,7 @@ jobs:
           REPO_NAME: '${{ github.event.inputs.repo_name }}'
         run: |
           mkdir -p ./pr
-          echo '${{ env.REPO_NAME }}' > ./pr/repo_name
+          echo "${REPO_NAME}" > ./pr/repo_name
       - uses: 'actions/upload-artifact@ea165f8d65b6e75b540449e92b4886f43607fa02' # ratchet:actions/upload-artifact@v4
         with:
           name: 'repo_name'
@@ -91,7 +92,7 @@ jobs:
     name: 'Parse run context'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     needs: 'download_repo_name'
-    if: 'always()'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always()"
     outputs:
       repository: '${{ steps.set_context.outputs.REPO }}'
       sha: '${{ steps.set_context.outputs.SHA }}'
@@ -111,11 +112,11 @@ jobs:
     permissions: 'write-all'
     needs:
       - 'parse_run_context'
-    if: 'always()'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always()"
     steps:
       - name: 'Set pending status'
         uses: 'myrotvorets/set-commit-status-action@16037e056d73b2d3c88e37e393ff369047f70886' # ratchet:myrotvorets/set-commit-status-action@master
-        if: 'always()'
+        if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always()"
         with:
           allowForks: 'true'
           repo: '${{ github.repository }}'
@@ -131,7 +132,7 @@ jobs:
       - 'parse_run_context'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     if: |
-      always() && (needs.merge_queue_skipper.result !='success' || needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip != 'true')
+      github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always() && (needs.merge_queue_skipper.result !='success' || needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip != 'true')
     strategy:
       fail-fast: false
       matrix:
@@ -184,7 +185,7 @@ jobs:
       - 'parse_run_context'
     runs-on: 'macos-latest'
     if: |
-      always() && (needs.merge_queue_skipper.result !='success' || needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip != 'true')
+      github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always() && (needs.merge_queue_skipper.result !='success' || needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip != 'true')
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'
         uses: 'actions/checkout@08eba0b27e820071cde6df949e0beb9ba4906955' # ratchet:actions/checkout@v5
@@ -222,7 +223,7 @@ jobs:
       - 'merge_queue_skipper'
       - 'parse_run_context'
     if: |
-      always() && (needs.merge_queue_skipper.result !='success' || needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip != 'true')
+      github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always() && (needs.merge_queue_skipper.result !='success' || needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip != 'true')
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-windows-16-core'
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'
@@ -263,6 +264,27 @@ jobs:
         run: 'npm run build'
         shell: 'pwsh'
 
+      - name: 'Ensure Chrome is available'
+        shell: 'pwsh'
+        run: |
+          $chromePaths = @(
+            "${env:ProgramFiles}\Google\Chrome\Application\chrome.exe",
+            "${env:ProgramFiles(x86)}\Google\Chrome\Application\chrome.exe"
+          )
+          $chromeExists = $chromePaths | Where-Object { Test-Path $_ } | Select-Object -First 1
+          if (-not $chromeExists) {
+            Write-Host 'Chrome not found, installing via Chocolatey...'
+            choco install googlechrome -y --no-progress --ignore-checksums
+          }
+          $installed = $chromePaths | Where-Object { Test-Path $_ } | Select-Object -First 1
+          if ($installed) {
+            Write-Host "Chrome found at: $installed"
+            & $installed --version
+          } else {
+            Write-Error 'Chrome installation failed'
+            exit 1
+          }
+
       - name: 'Run E2E tests'
         env:
           GEMINI_API_KEY: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_API_KEY }}'
@@ -282,13 +304,14 @@ jobs:
       - 'parse_run_context'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     if: |
-      always() && (needs.merge_queue_skipper.result !='success' || needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip != 'true')
+      github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always() && (needs.merge_queue_skipper.result !='success' || needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip != 'true')
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'
         uses: 'actions/checkout@08eba0b27e820071cde6df949e0beb9ba4906955' # ratchet:actions/checkout@v5
         with:
           ref: '${{ needs.parse_run_context.outputs.sha }}'
           repository: '${{ needs.parse_run_context.outputs.repository }}'
+          fetch-depth: 0
 
       - name: 'Set up Node.js 20.x'
         uses: 'actions/setup-node@49933ea5288caeca8642d1e84afbd3f7d6820020' # ratchet:actions-node@v4
@@ -301,7 +324,14 @@ jobs:
       - name: 'Build project'
         run: 'npm run build'
 
+      - name: 'Check if evals should run'
+        id: 'check_evals'
+        run: |
+          SHOULD_RUN=$(node scripts/changed_prompt.js)
+          echo "should_run=$SHOULD_RUN" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
+
       - name: 'Run Evals (Required to pass)'
+        if: "${{ steps.check_evals.outputs.should_run == 'true' }}"
         env:
           GEMINI_API_KEY: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_API_KEY }}'
         run: 'npm run test:always_passing_evals'
@@ -309,7 +339,7 @@ jobs:
   e2e:
     name: 'E2E'
     if: |
-      always() && (needs.merge_queue_skipper.result !='success' || needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip != 'true')
+      github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always() && (needs.merge_queue_skipper.result !='success' || needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip != 'true')
     needs:
       - 'e2e_linux'
       - 'e2e_mac'
@@ -320,26 +350,31 @@ jobs:
     steps:
       - name: 'Check E2E test results'
         run: |
-          if [[ ${{ needs.e2e_linux.result }} != 'success' || \
-               ${{ needs.e2e_mac.result }} != 'success' || \
-               ${{ needs.e2e_windows.result }} != 'success' || \
-               ${{ needs.evals.result }} != 'success' ]]; then
+          if [[ ${NEEDS_E2E_LINUX_RESULT} != 'success' || \
+               ${NEEDS_E2E_MAC_RESULT} != 'success' || \
+               ${NEEDS_E2E_WINDOWS_RESULT} != 'success' || \
+               ${NEEDS_EVALS_RESULT} != 'success' ]]; then
             echo "One or more E2E jobs failed."
             exit 1
           fi
           echo "All required E2E jobs passed!"
+        env:
+          NEEDS_E2E_LINUX_RESULT: '${{ needs.e2e_linux.result }}'
+          NEEDS_E2E_MAC_RESULT: '${{ needs.e2e_mac.result }}'
+          NEEDS_E2E_WINDOWS_RESULT: '${{ needs.e2e_windows.result }}'
+          NEEDS_EVALS_RESULT: '${{ needs.evals.result }}'
 
   set_workflow_status:
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     permissions: 'write-all'
-    if: 'always()'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always()"
     needs:
       - 'parse_run_context'
       - 'e2e'
     steps:
       - name: 'Set workflow status'
         uses: 'myrotvorets/set-commit-status-action@16037e056d73b2d3c88e37e393ff369047f70886' # ratchet:myrotvorets/set-commit-status-action@master
-        if: 'always()'
+        if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always()"
         with:
           allowForks: 'true'
           repo: '${{ github.repository }}'

.github/workflows/ci.yml

@@ -37,6 +37,7 @@ jobs:
     permissions: 'read-all'
     name: 'Merge Queue Skipper'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     outputs:
       skip: '${{ steps.merge-queue-ci-skipper.outputs.skip-check }}'
     steps:
@@ -49,7 +50,7 @@ jobs:
     name: 'Lint'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     needs: 'merge_queue_skipper'
-    if: "${{needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'}}"
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'"
     env:
       GEMINI_LINT_TEMP_DIR: '${{ github.workspace }}/.gemini-linters'
     steps:
@@ -116,6 +117,7 @@ jobs:
   link_checker:
     name: 'Link Checker'
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'
         uses: 'actions/checkout@08c6903cd8c0fde910a37f88322edcfb5dd907a8' # ratchet:actions/checkout@v5
@@ -129,7 +131,7 @@ jobs:
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     needs:
       - 'merge_queue_skipper'
-    if: "${{needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'}}"
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'"
     permissions:
       contents: 'read'
       checks: 'write'
@@ -167,7 +169,7 @@ jobs:
             npm run test:ci --workspace @google/gemini-cli
           else
             # Explicitly list non-cli packages to ensure they are sharded correctly
-            npm run test:ci --workspace @google/gemini-cli-core --workspace @google/gemini-cli-a2a-server --workspace gemini-cli-vscode-ide-companion --workspace @google/gemini-cli-test-utils --if-present
+            npm run test:ci --workspace @google/gemini-cli-core --workspace @google/gemini-cli-a2a-server --workspace gemini-cli-vscode-ide-companion --workspace @google/gemini-cli-test-utils --if-present -- --coverage.enabled=false
             npm run test:scripts
           fi
 
@@ -216,7 +218,7 @@ jobs:
     runs-on: 'macos-latest'
     needs:
       - 'merge_queue_skipper'
-    if: "${{needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'}}"
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'"
     permissions:
       contents: 'read'
       checks: 'write'
@@ -311,7 +313,7 @@ jobs:
     name: 'CodeQL'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     needs: 'merge_queue_skipper'
-    if: "${{needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'}}"
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'"
     permissions:
       actions: 'read'
       contents: 'read'
@@ -334,7 +336,7 @@ jobs:
   bundle_size:
     name: 'Check Bundle Size'
     needs: 'merge_queue_skipper'
-    if: "${{github.event_name == 'pull_request' && needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'}}"
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && github.event_name == 'pull_request' && needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'"
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     permissions:
       contents: 'read' # For checkout
@@ -359,7 +361,7 @@ jobs:
     name: 'Slow Test - Win - ${{ matrix.shard }}'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-windows-16-core'
     needs: 'merge_queue_skipper'
-    if: "${{needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'}}"
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && needs.merge_queue_skipper.outputs.skip == 'false'"
     timeout-minutes: 60
     strategy:
       matrix:
@@ -451,7 +453,7 @@ jobs:
 
   ci:
     name: 'CI'
-    if: 'always()'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always()"
     needs:
       - 'lint'
       - 'link_checker'
@@ -464,14 +466,22 @@ jobs:
     steps:
       - name: 'Check all job results'
         run: |
-          if [[ (${{ needs.lint.result }} != 'success' && ${{ needs.lint.result }} != 'skipped') || \
-               (${{ needs.link_checker.result }} != 'success' && ${{ needs.link_checker.result }} != 'skipped') || \
-               (${{ needs.test_linux.result }} != 'success' && ${{ needs.test_linux.result }} != 'skipped') || \
-               (${{ needs.test_mac.result }} != 'success' && ${{ needs.test_mac.result }} != 'skipped') || \
-               (${{ needs.test_windows.result }} != 'success' && ${{ needs.test_windows.result }} != 'skipped') || \
-               (${{ needs.codeql.result }} != 'success' && ${{ needs.codeql.result }} != 'skipped') || \
-               (${{ needs.bundle_size.result }} != 'success' && ${{ needs.bundle_size.result }} != 'skipped') ]]; then
+          if [[ (${NEEDS_LINT_RESULT} != 'success' && ${NEEDS_LINT_RESULT} != 'skipped') || \
+               (${NEEDS_LINK_CHECKER_RESULT} != 'success' && ${NEEDS_LINK_CHECKER_RESULT} != 'skipped') || \
+               (${NEEDS_TEST_LINUX_RESULT} != 'success' && ${NEEDS_TEST_LINUX_RESULT} != 'skipped') || \
+               (${NEEDS_TEST_MAC_RESULT} != 'success' && ${NEEDS_TEST_MAC_RESULT} != 'skipped') || \
+               (${NEEDS_TEST_WINDOWS_RESULT} != 'success' && ${NEEDS_TEST_WINDOWS_RESULT} != 'skipped') || \
+               (${NEEDS_CODEQL_RESULT} != 'success' && ${NEEDS_CODEQL_RESULT} != 'skipped') || \
+               (${NEEDS_BUNDLE_SIZE_RESULT} != 'success' && ${NEEDS_BUNDLE_SIZE_RESULT} != 'skipped') ]]; then
             echo "One or more CI jobs failed."
             exit 1
           fi
           echo "All CI jobs passed!"
+        env:
+          NEEDS_LINT_RESULT: '${{ needs.lint.result }}'
+          NEEDS_LINK_CHECKER_RESULT: '${{ needs.link_checker.result }}'
+          NEEDS_TEST_LINUX_RESULT: '${{ needs.test_linux.result }}'
+          NEEDS_TEST_MAC_RESULT: '${{ needs.test_mac.result }}'
+          NEEDS_TEST_WINDOWS_RESULT: '${{ needs.test_windows.result }}'
+          NEEDS_CODEQL_RESULT: '${{ needs.codeql.result }}'
+          NEEDS_BUNDLE_SIZE_RESULT: '${{ needs.bundle_size.result }}'

.github/workflows/deflake.yml

@@ -27,6 +27,7 @@ jobs:
   deflake_e2e_linux:
     name: 'E2E Test (Linux) - ${{ matrix.sandbox }}'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     strategy:
       fail-fast: false
       matrix:
@@ -68,15 +69,16 @@ jobs:
           VERBOSE: 'true'
         shell: 'bash'
         run: |
-          if [[ "${{ env.IS_DOCKER }}" == "true" ]]; then
-            npm run deflake:test:integration:sandbox:docker -- --runs="${{ env.RUNS }}" -- --testNamePattern "'${{ env.TEST_NAME_PATTERN }}'"
+          if [[ "${IS_DOCKER}" == "true" ]]; then
+            npm run deflake:test:integration:sandbox:docker -- --runs="${RUNS}" -- --testNamePattern "'${TEST_NAME_PATTERN}'"
           else
-            npm run deflake:test:integration:sandbox:none -- --runs="${{ env.RUNS }}" -- --testNamePattern "'${{ env.TEST_NAME_PATTERN }}'"
+            npm run deflake:test:integration:sandbox:none -- --runs="${RUNS}" -- --testNamePattern "'${TEST_NAME_PATTERN}'"
           fi
 
   deflake_e2e_mac:
     name: 'E2E Test (macOS)'
     runs-on: 'macos-latest'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'
         uses: 'actions/checkout@08eba0b27e820071cde6df949e0beb9ba4906955' # ratchet:actions/checkout@v5
@@ -109,12 +111,12 @@ jobs:
           TEST_NAME_PATTERN: '${{ github.event.inputs.test_name_pattern }}'
           VERBOSE: 'true'
         run: |
-          npm run deflake:test:integration:sandbox:none -- --runs="${{ env.RUNS }}" -- --testNamePattern "'${{ env.TEST_NAME_PATTERN }}'"
+          npm run deflake:test:integration:sandbox:none -- --runs="${RUNS}" -- --testNamePattern "'${TEST_NAME_PATTERN}'"
 
   deflake_e2e_windows:
     name: 'Slow E2E - Win'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-windows-16-core'
-
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'
         uses: 'actions/checkout@08eba0b27e820071cde6df949e0beb9ba4906955' # ratchet:actions/checkout@v5
@@ -167,4 +169,4 @@ jobs:
           TEST_NAME_PATTERN: '${{ github.event.inputs.test_name_pattern }}'
         shell: 'pwsh'
         run: |
-          npm run deflake:test:integration:sandbox:none -- --runs="${{ env.RUNS }}" -- --testNamePattern "'${{ env.TEST_NAME_PATTERN }}'"
+          npm run deflake:test:integration:sandbox:none -- --runs="$env:RUNS" -- --testNamePattern "'$env:TEST_NAME_PATTERN'"

.github/workflows/docs-page-action.yml

@@ -19,8 +19,7 @@ concurrency:
 
 jobs:
   build:
-    if: |-
-      ${{ !contains(github.ref_name, 'nightly') }}
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && !contains(github.ref_name, 'nightly')"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'
@@ -39,6 +38,7 @@ jobs:
         uses: 'actions/upload-pages-artifact@56afc609e74202658d3ffba0e8f6dda462b719fa' # ratchet:actions/upload-pages-artifact@v3
 
   deploy:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     environment:
       name: 'github-pages'
       url: '${{ steps.deployment.outputs.page_url }}'

.github/workflows/docs-rebuild.yml

@@ -7,6 +7,7 @@ on:
       - 'docs/**'
 jobs:
   trigger-rebuild:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     steps:
       - name: 'Trigger rebuild'

.github/workflows/eval.yml

@@ -44,5 +44,5 @@ jobs:
       - name: 'Run evaluation'
         working-directory: '/app'
         run: |
-          poetry run exp_run --experiment-mode=on-demand --branch-or-commit=${{ github.ref_name }} --model-name=gemini-2.5-pro --dataset=swebench_verified --concurrency=15
+          poetry run exp_run --experiment-mode=on-demand --branch-or-commit="${GITHUB_REF_NAME}" --model-name=gemini-2.5-pro --dataset=swebench_verified --concurrency=15
           poetry run python agent_prototypes/scripts/parse_gcli_logs_experiment.py --experiment_dir=experiments/adhoc/gcli_temp_exp --gcs-bucket="${EVAL_GCS_BUCKET}" --gcs-path=gh_action_artifacts

.github/workflows/evals-nightly.yml

@@ -23,6 +23,7 @@ jobs:
   evals:
     name: 'Evals (USUALLY_PASSING) nightly run'
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     strategy:
       fail-fast: false
       matrix:
@@ -62,7 +63,7 @@ jobs:
           TEST_NAME_PATTERN: '${{ github.event.inputs.test_name_pattern }}'
         run: |
           CMD="npm run test:all_evals"
-          PATTERN="${{ env.TEST_NAME_PATTERN }}"
+          PATTERN="${TEST_NAME_PATTERN}"
 
           if [[ -n "$PATTERN" ]]; then
             if [[ "$PATTERN" == *.ts || "$PATTERN" == *.js || "$PATTERN" == */* ]]; then
@@ -85,7 +86,7 @@ jobs:
   aggregate-results:
     name: 'Aggregate Results'
     needs: ['evals']
-    if: 'always()'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && always()"
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'

.github/workflows/gemini-automated-issue-triage.yml

@@ -121,6 +121,7 @@ jobs:
               'area/security',
               'area/platform',
               'area/extensions',
+              'area/documentation',
               'area/unknown'
             ];
             const labelNames = labels.map(label => label.name).filter(name => allowedLabels.includes(name));
@@ -158,7 +159,7 @@ jobs:
               },
               "coreTools": [
                 "run_shell_command(echo)"
-              ],
+              ]
             }
           prompt: |-
             ## Role
@@ -255,6 +256,14 @@ jobs:
               "Issues with a specific extension."
               "Feature request for the extension ecosystem."
 
+            area/documentation
+            - Description: Issues related to user-facing documentation and other content on the documentation website.
+            - Example Issues:
+              "A typo in a README file."
+              "DOCS: A command is not working as described in the documentation."
+              "A request for a new documentation page."
+              "Instructions missing for skills feature"
+
             area/unknown
             - Description: Issues that do not clearly fit into any other defined area/ category, or where information is too limited to make a determination. Use this when no other area is appropriate.
 

.github/workflows/gemini-scheduled-issue-triage.yml

@@ -63,7 +63,7 @@ jobs:
 
           echo '🔍 Finding issues missing area labels...'
           NO_AREA_ISSUES="$(gh issue list --repo "${GITHUB_REPOSITORY}" \
-            --search 'is:open is:issue -label:area/core -label:area/agent -label:area/enterprise -label:area/non-interactive -label:area/security -label:area/platform -label:area/extensions -label:area/unknown' --limit 100 --json number,title,body)"
+            --search 'is:open is:issue -label:area/core -label:area/agent -label:area/enterprise -label:area/non-interactive -label:area/security -label:area/platform -label:area/extensions -label:area/documentation -label:area/unknown' --limit 100 --json number,title,body)"
 
           echo '🔍 Finding issues missing kind labels...'
           NO_KIND_ISSUES="$(gh issue list --repo "${GITHUB_REPOSITORY}" \
@@ -204,6 +204,7 @@ jobs:
             Categorization Guidelines (Area):
             area/agent: Core Agent, Tools, Memory, Sub-Agents, Hooks, Agent Quality
             area/core: User Interface, OS Support, Core Functionality
+            area/documentation: End-user and contributor-facing documentation, website-related
             area/enterprise: Telemetry, Policy, Quota / Licensing
             area/extensions: Gemini CLI extensions capability
             area/non-interactive: GitHub Actions, SDK, 3P Integrations, Shell Scripting, Command line automation

.github/workflows/gemini-scheduled-stale-issue-closer.yml

@@ -21,6 +21,7 @@ defaults:
 
 jobs:
   close-stale-issues:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     permissions:
       issues: 'write'

.github/workflows/gemini-scheduled-stale-pr-closer.yml

@@ -23,6 +23,10 @@ jobs:
     steps:
       - name: 'Generate GitHub App Token'
         id: 'generate_token'
+        env:
+          APP_ID: '${{ secrets.APP_ID }}'
+        if: |-
+          ${{ env.APP_ID != '' }}
         uses: 'actions/create-github-app-token@v2'
         with:
           app-id: '${{ secrets.APP_ID }}'
@@ -33,9 +37,11 @@ jobs:
         env:
           DRY_RUN: '${{ inputs.dry_run }}'
         with:
-          github-token: '${{ steps.generate_token.outputs.token }}'
+          github-token: '${{ steps.generate_token.outputs.token || secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
           script: |
             const dryRun = process.env.DRY_RUN === 'true';
+            const fourteenDaysAgo = new Date();
+            fourteenDaysAgo.setDate(fourteenDaysAgo.getDate() - 14);
             const thirtyDaysAgo = new Date();
             thirtyDaysAgo.setDate(thirtyDaysAgo.getDate() - 30);
 
@@ -52,48 +58,38 @@ jobs:
                 for (const m of members) maintainerLogins.add(m.login.toLowerCase());
                 core.info(`Successfully fetched ${members.length} team members from ${team_slug}`);
               } catch (e) {
-                core.warning(`Failed to fetch team members from ${team_slug}: ${e.message}`);
+                // Silently skip if permissions are insufficient; we will rely on author_association
+                core.debug(`Skipped team fetch for ${team_slug}: ${e.message}`);
               }
             }
 
-            const isGooglerCache = new Map();
-            const isGoogler = async (login) => {
-              if (isGooglerCache.has(login)) return isGooglerCache.get(login);
+            const isMaintainer = async (login, assoc) => {
+              // Reliably identify maintainers using authorAssociation (provided by GitHub)
+              // and organization membership (if available).
+              const isTeamMember = maintainerLogins.has(login.toLowerCase());
+              const isRepoMaintainer = ['OWNER', 'MEMBER', 'COLLABORATOR'].includes(assoc);
 
+              if (isTeamMember || isRepoMaintainer) return true;
+
+              // Fallback: Check if user belongs to the 'google' or 'googlers' orgs (requires permission)
               try {
-                // Check membership in 'googlers' or 'google' orgs
                 const orgs = ['googlers', 'google'];
                 for (const org of orgs) {
                   try {
-                    await github.rest.orgs.checkMembershipForUser({
-                      org: org,
-                      username: login
-                    });
-                    core.info(`User ${login} is a member of ${org} organization.`);
-                    isGooglerCache.set(login, true);
+                    await github.rest.orgs.checkMembershipForUser({ org: org, username: login });
                     return true;
                   } catch (e) {
-                    // 404 just means they aren't a member, which is fine
                     if (e.status !== 404) throw e;
                   }
                 }
               } catch (e) {
-                core.warning(`Failed to check org membership for ${login}: ${e.message}`);
+                // Gracefully ignore failures here
               }
 
-              isGooglerCache.set(login, false);
               return false;
             };
 
-            const isMaintainer = async (login, assoc) => {
-              const isTeamMember = maintainerLogins.has(login.toLowerCase());
-              const isRepoMaintainer = ['OWNER', 'MEMBER', 'COLLABORATOR'].includes(assoc);
-              if (isTeamMember || isRepoMaintainer) return true;
-
-              return await isGoogler(login);
-            };
-
-            // 2. Determine which PRs to check
+            // 2. Fetch all open PRs
             let prs = [];
             if (context.eventName === 'pull_request') {
               const { data: pr } = await github.rest.pulls.get({
@@ -114,64 +110,77 @@ jobs:
             for (const pr of prs) {
               const maintainerPr = await isMaintainer(pr.user.login, pr.author_association);
               const isBot = pr.user.type === 'Bot' || pr.user.login.endsWith('[bot]');
+              if (maintainerPr || isBot) continue;
 
-              // Detection Logic for Linked Issues
-              // Check 1: Official GitHub "Closing Issue" link (GraphQL)
-              const linkedIssueQuery = `query($owner:String!, $repo:String!, $number:Int!) {
+              // Helper: Fetch labels and linked issues via GraphQL
+              const prDetailsQuery = `query($owner:String!, $repo:String!, $number:Int!) {
                 repository(owner:$owner, name:$repo) {
                   pullRequest(number:$number) {
-                    closingIssuesReferences(first: 1) { totalCount }
+                    closingIssuesReferences(first: 10) {
+                      nodes {
+                        number
+                        labels(first: 20) {
+                          nodes { name }
+                        }
+                      }
+                    }
                   }
                 }
               }`;
 
-              let hasClosingLink = false;
+              let linkedIssues = [];
               try {
-                const res = await github.graphql(linkedIssueQuery, {
+                const res = await github.graphql(prDetailsQuery, {
                   owner: context.repo.owner, repo: context.repo.repo, number: pr.number
                 });
-                hasClosingLink = res.repository.pullRequest.closingIssuesReferences.totalCount > 0;
-              } catch (e) {}
-
-              // Check 2: Regex for mentions (e.g., "Related to #123", "Part of #123", "#123")
-              // We check for # followed by numbers or direct URLs to issues.
-              const body = pr.body || '';
-              const mentionRegex = /(?:#|https:\/\/github\.com\/[^\/]+\/[^\/]+\/issues\/)(\d+)/i;
-              const hasMentionLink = mentionRegex.test(body);
-
-              const hasLinkedIssue = hasClosingLink || hasMentionLink;
-
-              // Logic for Closed PRs (Auto-Reopen)
-              if (pr.state === 'closed' && context.eventName === 'pull_request' && context.payload.action === 'edited') {
-                if (hasLinkedIssue) {
-                  core.info(`PR #${pr.number} now has a linked issue. Reopening.`);
-                  if (!dryRun) {
-                    await github.rest.pulls.update({
-                      owner: context.repo.owner,
-                      repo: context.repo.repo,
-                      pull_number: pr.number,
-                      state: 'open'
-                    });
-                    await github.rest.issues.createComment({
-                      owner: context.repo.owner,
-                      repo: context.repo.repo,
-                      issue_number: pr.number,
-                      body: "Thank you for linking an issue! This pull request has been automatically reopened."
-                    });
-                  }
-                }
-                continue;
+                linkedIssues = res.repository.pullRequest.closingIssuesReferences.nodes;
+              } catch (e) {
+                core.warning(`GraphQL fetch failed for PR #${pr.number}: ${e.message}`);
               }
 
-              // Logic for Open PRs (Immediate Closure)
-              if (pr.state === 'open' && !maintainerPr && !hasLinkedIssue && !isBot) {
-                core.info(`PR #${pr.number} is missing a linked issue. Closing.`);
+              // Check for mentions in body as fallback (regex)
+              const body = pr.body || '';
+              const mentionRegex = /(?:#|https:\/\/github\.com\/[^\/]+\/[^\/]+\/issues\/)(\d+)/i;
+              const matches = body.match(mentionRegex);
+              if (matches && linkedIssues.length === 0) {
+                const issueNumber = parseInt(matches[1]);
+                try {
+                  const { data: issue } = await github.rest.issues.get({
+                    owner: context.repo.owner,
+                    repo: context.repo.repo,
+                    issue_number: issueNumber
+                  });
+                  linkedIssues = [{ number: issueNumber, labels: { nodes: issue.labels.map(l => ({ name: l.name })) } }];
+                } catch (e) {}
+              }
+
+              // 3. Enforcement Logic
+              const prLabels = pr.labels.map(l => l.name.toLowerCase());
+              const hasHelpWanted = prLabels.includes('help wanted') ||
+                                    linkedIssues.some(issue => issue.labels.nodes.some(l => l.name.toLowerCase() === 'help wanted'));
+
+              const hasMaintainerOnly = prLabels.includes('🔒 maintainer only') ||
+                                        linkedIssues.some(issue => issue.labels.nodes.some(l => l.name.toLowerCase() === '🔒 maintainer only'));
+
+              const hasLinkedIssue = linkedIssues.length > 0;
+
+              // Closure Policy: No help-wanted label = Close after 14 days
+              if (pr.state === 'open' && !hasHelpWanted && !hasMaintainerOnly) {
+                const prCreatedAt = new Date(pr.created_at);
+
+                // We give a 14-day grace period for non-help-wanted PRs to be manually reviewed/labeled by an EM
+                if (prCreatedAt > fourteenDaysAgo) {
+                  core.info(`PR #${pr.number} is new and lacks 'help wanted'. Giving 14-day grace period for EM review.`);
+                  continue;
+                }
+
+                core.info(`PR #${pr.number} is older than 14 days and lacks 'help wanted' association. Closing.`);
                 if (!dryRun) {
                   await github.rest.issues.createComment({
                     owner: context.repo.owner,
                     repo: context.repo.repo,
                     issue_number: pr.number,
-                    body: "Hi there! Thank you for your contribution to Gemini CLI. \n\nTo improve our contribution process and better track changes, we now require all pull requests to be associated with an existing issue, as announced in our [recent discussion](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/discussions/16706) and as detailed in our [CONTRIBUTING.md](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md#1-link-to-an-existing-issue).\n\nThis pull request is being closed because it is not currently linked to an issue. **Once you have updated the description of this PR to link an issue (e.g., by adding `Fixes #123` or `Related to #123`), it will be automatically reopened.**\n\n**How to link an issue:**\nAdd a keyword followed by the issue number (e.g., `Fixes #123`) in the description of your pull request. For more details on supported keywords and how linking works, please refer to the [GitHub Documentation on linking pull requests to issues](https://docs.github.com/en/issues/tracking-your-work-with-issues/linking-a-pull-request-to-an-issue).\n\nThank you for your understanding and for being a part of our community!"
+                    body: "Hi there! Thank you for your interest in contributing to Gemini CLI. \n\nTo ensure we maintain high code quality and focus on our prioritized roadmap, we have updated our contribution policy (see [Discussion #17383](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/discussions/17383)). \n\n**We only *guarantee* review and consideration of pull requests for issues that are explicitly labeled as 'help wanted'.** All other community pull requests are subject to closure after 14 days if they do not align with our current focus areas. For this reason, we strongly recommend that contributors only submit pull requests against issues explicitly labeled as **'help-wanted'**. \n\nThis pull request is being closed as it has been open for 14 days without a 'help wanted' designation. We encourage you to find and contribute to existing 'help wanted' issues in our backlog! Thank you for your understanding and for being part of our community!"
                   });
                   await github.rest.pulls.update({
                     owner: context.repo.owner,
@@ -183,27 +192,22 @@ jobs:
                 continue;
               }
 
-              // Staleness check (Scheduled runs only)
-              if (pr.state === 'open' && context.eventName !== 'pull_request') {
-                const labels = pr.labels.map(l => l.name.toLowerCase());
-                if (labels.includes('help wanted') || labels.includes('🔒 maintainer only')) continue;
+              // Also check for linked issue even if it has help wanted (redundant but safe)
+              if (pr.state === 'open' && !hasLinkedIssue) {
+                 // Already covered by hasHelpWanted check above, but good for future-proofing
+                 continue;
+              }
 
+              // 4. Staleness Check (Scheduled only)
+              if (pr.state === 'open' && context.eventName !== 'pull_request') {
                 // Skip PRs that were created less than 30 days ago - they cannot be stale yet
                 const prCreatedAt = new Date(pr.created_at);
-                if (prCreatedAt > thirtyDaysAgo) {
-                  const daysOld = Math.floor((Date.now() - prCreatedAt.getTime()) / (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24));
-                  core.info(`PR #${pr.number} was created ${daysOld} days ago. Skipping staleness check.`);
-                  continue;
-                }
+                if (prCreatedAt > thirtyDaysAgo) continue;
 
-                // Initialize lastActivity to PR creation date (not epoch) as a safety baseline.
-                // This ensures we never incorrectly mark a PR as stale due to failed activity lookups.
                 let lastActivity = new Date(pr.created_at);
                 try {
                   const reviews = await github.paginate(github.rest.pulls.listReviews, {
-                    owner: context.repo.owner,
-                    repo: context.repo.repo,
-                    pull_number: pr.number
+                    owner: context.repo.owner, repo: context.repo.repo, pull_number: pr.number
                   });
                   for (const r of reviews) {
                     if (await isMaintainer(r.user.login, r.author_association)) {
@@ -212,9 +216,7 @@ jobs:
                     }
                   }
                   const comments = await github.paginate(github.rest.issues.listComments, {
-                    owner: context.repo.owner,
-                    repo: context.repo.repo,
-                    issue_number: pr.number
+                    owner: context.repo.owner, repo: context.repo.repo, issue_number: pr.number
                   });
                   for (const c of comments) {
                     if (await isMaintainer(c.user.login, c.author_association)) {
@@ -222,25 +224,23 @@ jobs:
                       if (d > lastActivity) lastActivity = d;
                     }
                   }
-                } catch (e) {
-                  core.warning(`Failed to fetch reviews/comments for PR #${pr.number}: ${e.message}`);
-                }
-
-                // For maintainer PRs, the PR creation itself counts as maintainer activity.
-                // (Now redundant since we initialize to pr.created_at, but kept for clarity)
-                if (maintainerPr) {
-                  const d = new Date(pr.created_at);
-                  if (d > lastActivity) lastActivity = d;
-                }
+                } catch (e) {}
 
                 if (lastActivity < thirtyDaysAgo) {
-                  core.info(`PR #${pr.number} is stale.`);
+                  const labels = pr.labels.map(l => l.name.toLowerCase());
+                  const isProtected = labels.includes('help wanted') || labels.includes('🔒 maintainer only');
+                  if (isProtected) {
+                    core.info(`PR #${pr.number} is stale but has a protected label. Skipping closure.`);
+                    continue;
+                  }
+
+                  core.info(`PR #${pr.number} is stale (no maintainer activity for 30+ days). Closing.`);
                   if (!dryRun) {
                     await github.rest.issues.createComment({
                       owner: context.repo.owner,
                       repo: context.repo.repo,
                       issue_number: pr.number,
-                      body: "Hi there! Thank you for your contribution to Gemini CLI. We really appreciate the time and effort you've put into this pull request.\n\nTo keep our backlog manageable and ensure we're focusing on current priorities, we are closing pull requests that haven't seen maintainer activity for 30 days. Currently, the team is prioritizing work associated with **🔒 maintainer only** or **help wanted** issues.\n\nIf you believe this change is still critical, please feel free to comment with updated details. Otherwise, we encourage contributors to focus on open issues labeled as **help wanted**. Thank you for your understanding!"
+                      body: "Hi there! Thank you for your contribution. To keep our backlog manageable, we are closing pull requests that haven't seen maintainer activity for 30 days. If you're still working on this, please let us know!"
                     });
                     await github.rest.pulls.update({
                       owner: context.repo.owner,

.github/workflows/gemini-self-assign-issue.yml

@@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ jobs:
     if: |-
       github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' &&
       github.event_name == 'issue_comment' &&
-      contains(github.event.comment.body, '/assign')
+      (contains(github.event.comment.body, '/assign') || contains(github.event.comment.body, '/unassign'))
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     steps:
       - name: 'Generate GitHub App Token'
@@ -38,6 +38,7 @@ jobs:
           permission-issues: 'write'
 
       - name: 'Assign issue to user'
+        if: "contains(github.event.comment.body, '/assign')"
         uses: 'actions/github-script@60a0d83039c74a4aee543508d2ffcb1c3799cdea'
         with:
           github-token: '${{ steps.generate_token.outputs.token }}'
@@ -108,3 +109,42 @@ jobs:
               issue_number: issueNumber,
               body: `👋 @${commenter}, you've been assigned to this issue! Thank you for taking the time to contribute. Make sure to check out our [contributing guidelines](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md).`
             });
+
+      - name: 'Unassign issue from user'
+        if: "contains(github.event.comment.body, '/unassign')"
+        uses: 'actions/github-script@60a0d83039c74a4aee543508d2ffcb1c3799cdea'
+        with:
+          github-token: '${{ steps.generate_token.outputs.token }}'
+          script: |
+            const issueNumber = context.issue.number;
+            const commenter = context.actor;
+            const owner = context.repo.owner;
+            const repo = context.repo.repo;
+            const commentBody = context.payload.comment.body.trim();
+
+            if (commentBody !== '/unassign') {
+              return;
+            }
+
+            const issue = await github.rest.issues.get({
+              owner: owner,
+              repo: repo,
+              issue_number: issueNumber,
+            });
+
+            const isAssigned = issue.data.assignees.some(assignee => assignee.login === commenter);
+
+            if (isAssigned) {
+              await github.rest.issues.removeAssignees({
+                owner: owner,
+                repo: repo,
+                issue_number: issueNumber,
+                assignees: [commenter]
+              });
+              await github.rest.issues.createComment({
+                owner: owner,
+                repo: repo,
+                issue_number: issueNumber,
+                body: `👋 @${commenter}, you have been unassigned from this issue.`
+              });
+            }

.github/workflows/label-backlog-child-issues.yml

@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@ permissions:
 jobs:
   # Event-based: Quick reaction to new/edited issues in THIS repo
   labeler:
-    if: "github.event_name == 'issues'"
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && github.event_name == 'issues'"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'
@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ jobs:
 
   # Scheduled/Manual: Recursive sync across multiple repos
   sync-maintainer-labels:
-    if: "github.event_name == 'schedule' || github.event_name == 'workflow_dispatch'"
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli' && (github.event_name == 'schedule' || github.event_name == 'workflow_dispatch')"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     steps:
       - name: 'Checkout'

.github/workflows/label-workstream-rollup.yml

@@ -9,6 +9,7 @@ on:
 
 jobs:
   labeler:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     permissions:
       issues: 'write'

.github/workflows/offload-image-update.yml

@@ -0,0 +1,41 @@
+name: Offload Golden Image Update
+
+on:
+  push:
+    branches:
+      - main
+    paths:
+      - '.gemini/skills/offload/scripts/provision-worker.sh'
+      - '.gemini/skills/offload/scripts/fleet.ts'
+  workflow_dispatch:
+
+jobs:
+  update-image:
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    permissions:
+      contents: read
+      id-token: write
+
+    steps:
+      - name: Checkout Repository
+        uses: actions/checkout@v4
+
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
+        with:
+          node-version: 20
+
+      - name: Install Dependencies
+        run: npm install
+
+      - name: Authenticate to Google Cloud
+        uses: google-github-actions/auth@v2
+        with:
+          workload_identity_provider: ${{ secrets.GCP_WIP }}
+          service_account: ${{ secrets.GCP_SA }}
+
+      - name: Setup GCloud SDK
+        uses: google-github-actions/setup-gcloud@v2
+
+      - name: Build New Golden Image
+        run: npm run offload:fleet create-image

.github/workflows/release-change-tags.yml

@@ -32,6 +32,7 @@ on:
 
 jobs:
   change-tags:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     environment: "${{ github.event.inputs.environment || 'prod' }}"
     permissions:

.github/workflows/release-manual.yml

@@ -47,6 +47,7 @@ on:
 
 jobs:
   release:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     environment: "${{ github.event.inputs.environment || 'prod' }}"
     permissions:

.github/workflows/release-nightly.yml

@@ -145,7 +145,7 @@ jobs:
           branch-name: 'release/${{ steps.nightly_version.outputs.RELEASE_TAG }}'
           pr-title: 'chore/release: bump version to ${{ steps.nightly_version.outputs.RELEASE_VERSION }}'
           pr-body: 'Automated version bump for nightly release.'
-          github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
+          github-token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
           dry-run: '${{ steps.vars.outputs.is_dry_run }}'
           working-directory: './release'
 

.github/workflows/release-notes.yml

@@ -22,6 +22,7 @@ on:
 
 jobs:
   generate-release-notes:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     permissions:
       contents: 'write'
@@ -56,7 +57,18 @@ jobs:
           GH_TOKEN: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
           BODY: '${{ github.event.inputs.body || github.event.release.body }}'
 
+      - name: 'Validate version'
+        id: 'validate_version'
+        run: |
+          if echo "${{ steps.release_info.outputs.VERSION }}" | grep -q "nightly"; then
+            echo "Nightly release detected. Stopping workflow."
+            echo "CONTINUE=false" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
+          else
+            echo "CONTINUE=true" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
+          fi
+
       - name: 'Generate Changelog with Gemini'
+        if: "steps.validate_version.outputs.CONTINUE == 'true'"
         uses: 'google-github-actions/run-gemini-cli@a3bf79042542528e91937b3a3a6fbc4967ee3c31' # ratchet:google-github-actions/run-gemini-cli@v0
         with:
           gemini_api_key: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_API_KEY }}'
@@ -70,7 +82,10 @@ jobs:
 
             Execute the release notes generation process using the information provided.
 
+            When you are done, please output your thought process and the steps you took for future debugging purposes.
+
       - name: 'Create Pull Request'
+        if: "steps.validate_version.outputs.CONTINUE == 'true'"
         uses: 'peter-evans/create-pull-request@v6'
         with:
           token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
@@ -80,6 +95,8 @@ jobs:
             This PR contains the auto-generated changelog for the ${{ steps.release_info.outputs.VERSION }} release.
 
             Please review and merge.
+
+            Related to #18505
           branch: 'changelog-${{ steps.release_info.outputs.VERSION }}'
           base: 'main'
           team-reviewers: 'gemini-cli-docs, gemini-cli-maintainers'

.github/workflows/release-patch-0-from-comment.yml

@@ -120,6 +120,9 @@ jobs:
             if (recentRuns.length > 0) {
               core.setOutput('dispatched_run_urls', recentRuns.map(r => r.html_url).join(','));
               core.setOutput('dispatched_run_ids', recentRuns.map(r => r.id).join(','));
+
+              const markdownLinks = recentRuns.map(r => `- [View dispatched workflow run](${r.html_url})`).join('\n');
+              core.setOutput('dispatched_run_links', markdownLinks);
             }
 
       - name: 'Comment on Failure'
@@ -138,16 +141,19 @@ jobs:
           token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
           issue-number: '${{ github.event.issue.number }}'
           body: |
-            ✅ **Patch workflow(s) dispatched successfully!**
+            🚀 **[Step 1/4] Patch workflow(s) waiting for approval!**
 
             **📋 Details:**
             - **Channels**: `${{ steps.dispatch_patch.outputs.dispatched_channels }}`
             - **Commit**: `${{ steps.pr_status.outputs.MERGE_COMMIT_SHA }}`
             - **Workflows Created**: ${{ steps.dispatch_patch.outputs.dispatched_run_count }}
 
+            **⏳ Status:** The patch creation workflow has been triggered and is waiting for deployment approval. Please visit the specific workflow links below and approve the runs.
+
             **🔗 Track Progress:**
-            - [View patch workflows](https://github.com/${{ github.repository }}/actions/workflows/release-patch-1-create-pr.yml)
-            - [This workflow run](https://github.com/${{ github.repository }}/actions/runs/${{ github.run_id }})
+            ${{ steps.dispatch_patch.outputs.dispatched_run_links }}
+            - [View patch workflow history](https://github.com/${{ github.repository }}/actions/workflows/release-patch-1-create-pr.yml)
+            - [This trigger workflow run](https://github.com/${{ github.repository }}/actions/runs/${{ github.run_id }})
 
       - name: 'Final Status Comment - Dispatch Success (No URL)'
         if: "always() && startsWith(github.event.comment.body, '/patch') && steps.dispatch_patch.outcome == 'success' && !steps.dispatch_patch.outputs.dispatched_run_urls"
@@ -156,16 +162,18 @@ jobs:
           token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
           issue-number: '${{ github.event.issue.number }}'
           body: |
-            ✅ **Patch workflow(s) dispatched successfully!**
+            🚀 **[Step 1/4] Patch workflow(s) waiting for approval!**
 
             **📋 Details:**
             - **Channels**: `${{ steps.dispatch_patch.outputs.dispatched_channels }}`
             - **Commit**: `${{ steps.pr_status.outputs.MERGE_COMMIT_SHA }}`
             - **Workflows Created**: ${{ steps.dispatch_patch.outputs.dispatched_run_count }}
 
+            **⏳ Status:** The patch creation workflow has been triggered and is waiting for deployment approval. Please visit the workflow history link below and approve the runs.
+
             **🔗 Track Progress:**
-            - [View patch workflows](https://github.com/${{ github.repository }}/actions/workflows/release-patch-1-create-pr.yml)
-            - [This workflow run](https://github.com/${{ github.repository }}/actions/runs/${{ github.run_id }})
+            - [View patch workflow history](https://github.com/${{ github.repository }}/actions/workflows/release-patch-1-create-pr.yml)
+            - [This trigger workflow run](https://github.com/${{ github.repository }}/actions/runs/${{ github.run_id }})
 
       - name: 'Final Status Comment - Failure'
         if: "always() && startsWith(github.event.comment.body, '/patch') && (steps.dispatch_patch.outcome == 'failure' || steps.dispatch_patch.outcome == 'cancelled')"
@@ -174,7 +182,7 @@ jobs:
           token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
           issue-number: '${{ github.event.issue.number }}'
           body: |
-            ❌ **Patch workflow dispatch failed!**
+            ❌ **[Step 1/4] Patch workflow dispatch failed!**
 
             There was an error dispatching the patch creation workflow.
 

.github/workflows/release-patch-3-release.yml

@@ -118,6 +118,7 @@ jobs:
           ORIGINAL_RELEASE_VERSION: '${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.RELEASE_VERSION }}'
           ORIGINAL_RELEASE_TAG: '${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.RELEASE_TAG }}'
           ORIGINAL_PREVIOUS_TAG: '${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.PREVIOUS_TAG }}'
+          VARS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME: '${{ vars.CLI_PACKAGE_NAME }}'
         run: |
           echo "🔍 Verifying no concurrent patch releases have occurred..."
 
@@ -129,7 +130,7 @@ jobs:
 
           # Re-run the same version calculation script
           echo "Re-calculating version to check for changes..."
-          CURRENT_PATCH_JSON=$(node scripts/get-release-version.js --cli-package-name="${{vars.CLI_PACKAGE_NAME}}" --type=patch --patch-from="${CHANNEL}")
+          CURRENT_PATCH_JSON=$(node scripts/get-release-version.js --cli-package-name="${VARS_CLI_PACKAGE_NAME}" --type=patch --patch-from="${CHANNEL}")
           CURRENT_RELEASE_VERSION=$(echo "${CURRENT_PATCH_JSON}" | jq -r .releaseVersion)
           CURRENT_RELEASE_TAG=$(echo "${CURRENT_PATCH_JSON}" | jq -r .releaseTag)
           CURRENT_PREVIOUS_TAG=$(echo "${CURRENT_PATCH_JSON}" | jq -r .previousReleaseTag)
@@ -162,10 +163,15 @@ jobs:
       - name: 'Print Calculated Version'
         run: |-
           echo "Patch Release Summary:"
-          echo "  Release Version: ${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.RELEASE_VERSION }}"
-          echo "  Release Tag: ${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.RELEASE_TAG }}"
-          echo "  NPM Tag: ${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.NPM_TAG }}"
-          echo "  Previous Tag: ${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.PREVIOUS_TAG }}"
+          echo "  Release Version: ${STEPS_PATCH_VERSION_OUTPUTS_RELEASE_VERSION}"
+          echo "  Release Tag: ${STEPS_PATCH_VERSION_OUTPUTS_RELEASE_TAG}"
+          echo "  NPM Tag: ${STEPS_PATCH_VERSION_OUTPUTS_NPM_TAG}"
+          echo "  Previous Tag: ${STEPS_PATCH_VERSION_OUTPUTS_PREVIOUS_TAG}"
+        env:
+          STEPS_PATCH_VERSION_OUTPUTS_RELEASE_VERSION: '${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.RELEASE_VERSION }}'
+          STEPS_PATCH_VERSION_OUTPUTS_RELEASE_TAG: '${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.RELEASE_TAG }}'
+          STEPS_PATCH_VERSION_OUTPUTS_NPM_TAG: '${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.NPM_TAG }}'
+          STEPS_PATCH_VERSION_OUTPUTS_PREVIOUS_TAG: '${{ steps.patch_version.outputs.PREVIOUS_TAG }}'
 
       - name: 'Run Tests'
         if: "${{github.event.inputs.force_skip_tests != 'true'}}"

.github/workflows/release-promote.yml

@@ -335,6 +335,7 @@ jobs:
     name: 'Create Nightly PR'
     needs: ['publish-stable', 'calculate-versions']
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
+    environment: "${{ github.event.inputs.environment || 'prod' }}"
     permissions:
       contents: 'write'
       pull-requests: 'write'
@@ -362,23 +363,28 @@ jobs:
       - name: 'Create and switch to a new branch'
         id: 'release_branch'
         run: |
-          BRANCH_NAME="chore/nightly-version-bump-${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION }}"
+          BRANCH_NAME="chore/nightly-version-bump-${NEEDS_CALCULATE_VERSIONS_OUTPUTS_NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION}"
           git switch -c "${BRANCH_NAME}"
           echo "BRANCH_NAME=${BRANCH_NAME}" >> "${GITHUB_OUTPUT}"
+        env:
+          NEEDS_CALCULATE_VERSIONS_OUTPUTS_NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION: '${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION }}'
 
       - name: 'Update package versions'
-        run: 'npm run release:version "${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION }}"'
+        run: 'npm run release:version "${NEEDS_CALCULATE_VERSIONS_OUTPUTS_NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION}"'
+        env:
+          NEEDS_CALCULATE_VERSIONS_OUTPUTS_NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION: '${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION }}'
 
       - name: 'Commit and Push package versions'
         env:
           BRANCH_NAME: '${{ steps.release_branch.outputs.BRANCH_NAME }}'
           DRY_RUN: '${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run }}'
+          NEEDS_CALCULATE_VERSIONS_OUTPUTS_NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION: '${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION }}'
         run: |-
           git add package.json packages/*/package.json
           if [ -f package-lock.json ]; then
             git add package-lock.json
           fi
-          git commit -m "chore(release): bump version to ${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION }}"
+          git commit -m "chore(release): bump version to ${NEEDS_CALCULATE_VERSIONS_OUTPUTS_NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION}"
           if [[ "${DRY_RUN}" == "false" ]]; then
             echo "Pushing release branch to remote..."
             git push --set-upstream origin "${BRANCH_NAME}"
@@ -392,7 +398,7 @@ jobs:
           branch-name: '${{ steps.release_branch.outputs.BRANCH_NAME }}'
           pr-title: 'chore(release): bump version to ${{ needs.calculate-versions.outputs.NEXT_NIGHTLY_VERSION }}'
           pr-body: 'Automated version bump to prepare for the next nightly release.'
-          github-token: '${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}'
+          github-token: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_CLI_ROBOT_GITHUB_PAT }}'
           dry-run: '${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run }}'
 
       - name: 'Create Issue on Failure'

.github/workflows/release-rollback.yml

@@ -42,6 +42,7 @@ on:
 
 jobs:
   change-tags:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     environment: "${{ github.event.inputs.environment || 'prod' }}"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     permissions:
@@ -203,7 +204,7 @@ jobs:
         run: |
           ROLLBACK_COMMIT=$(git rev-parse -q --verify "$TARGET_TAG")
           if [ "$ROLLBACK_COMMIT" != "$TARGET_HASH" ]; then
-            echo '❌ Failed to add tag $TARGET_TAG to commit $TARGET_HASH'
+            echo "❌ Failed to add tag ${TARGET_TAG} to commit ${TARGET_HASH}"
             echo '❌ This means the tag was not added, and the workflow should fail.'
             exit 1
           fi

.github/workflows/release-sandbox.yml

@@ -16,6 +16,7 @@ on:
 
 jobs:
   build:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     permissions:
       contents: 'read'

.github/workflows/smoke-test.yml

@@ -20,6 +20,7 @@ on:
 
 jobs:
   smoke-test:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
     permissions:
       contents: 'write'

.github/workflows/test-build-binary.yml

@@ -0,0 +1,160 @@
+name: 'Test Build Binary'
+
+on:
+  workflow_dispatch:
+
+permissions:
+  contents: 'read'
+
+defaults:
+  run:
+    shell: 'bash'
+
+jobs:
+  build-node-binary:
+    name: 'Build Binary (${{ matrix.os }})'
+    runs-on: '${{ matrix.os }}'
+    strategy:
+      fail-fast: false
+      matrix:
+        include:
+          - os: 'ubuntu-latest'
+            platform_name: 'linux-x64'
+            arch: 'x64'
+          - os: 'windows-latest'
+            platform_name: 'win32-x64'
+            arch: 'x64'
+          - os: 'macos-latest' # Apple Silicon (ARM64)
+            platform_name: 'darwin-arm64'
+            arch: 'arm64'
+          - os: 'macos-latest' # Intel (x64) running on ARM via Rosetta
+            platform_name: 'darwin-x64'
+            arch: 'x64'
+
+    steps:
+      - name: 'Checkout'
+        uses: 'actions/checkout@v4'
+
+      - name: 'Optimize Windows Performance'
+        if: "matrix.os == 'windows-latest'"
+        run: |
+          Set-MpPreference -DisableRealtimeMonitoring $true
+          Stop-Service -Name "wsearch" -Force -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue
+          Set-Service -Name "wsearch" -StartupType Disabled
+          Stop-Service -Name "SysMain" -Force -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue
+          Set-Service -Name "SysMain" -StartupType Disabled
+        shell: 'powershell'
+
+      - name: 'Set up Node.js'
+        uses: 'actions/setup-node@v4'
+        with:
+          node-version-file: '.nvmrc'
+          architecture: '${{ matrix.arch }}'
+          cache: 'npm'
+
+      - name: 'Install dependencies'
+        run: 'npm ci'
+
+      - name: 'Check Secrets'
+        id: 'check_secrets'
+        run: |
+          echo "has_win_cert=${{ secrets.WINDOWS_PFX_BASE64 != '' }}" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
+          echo "has_mac_cert=${{ secrets.MACOS_CERT_P12_BASE64 != '' }}" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
+
+      - name: 'Setup Windows SDK (Windows)'
+        if: "matrix.os == 'windows-latest'"
+        uses: 'microsoft/setup-msbuild@v2'
+
+      - name: 'Add Signtool to Path (Windows)'
+        if: "matrix.os == 'windows-latest'"
+        run: |
+          $signtoolPath = Get-ChildItem -Path "C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Kits\10\bin" -Recurse -Filter "signtool.exe" | Sort-Object FullName -Descending | Select-Object -First 1 -ExpandProperty DirectoryName
+          echo "Found signtool at: $signtoolPath"
+          echo "$signtoolPath" >> $env:GITHUB_PATH
+        shell: 'pwsh'
+
+      - name: 'Setup macOS Keychain'
+        if: "startsWith(matrix.os, 'macos') && steps.check_secrets.outputs.has_mac_cert == 'true' && github.event_name != 'pull_request'"
+        env:
+          BUILD_CERTIFICATE_BASE64: '${{ secrets.MACOS_CERT_P12_BASE64 }}'
+          P12_PASSWORD: '${{ secrets.MACOS_CERT_PASSWORD }}'
+          KEYCHAIN_PASSWORD: 'temp-password'
+        run: |
+          # Create the P12 file
+          echo "$BUILD_CERTIFICATE_BASE64" | base64 --decode > certificate.p12
+
+          # Create a temporary keychain
+          security create-keychain -p "$KEYCHAIN_PASSWORD" build.keychain
+          security default-keychain -s build.keychain
+          security unlock-keychain -p "$KEYCHAIN_PASSWORD" build.keychain
+
+          # Import the certificate
+          security import certificate.p12 -k build.keychain -P "$P12_PASSWORD" -T /usr/bin/codesign
+
+          # Allow codesign to access it
+          security set-key-partition-list -S apple-tool:,apple: -s -k "$KEYCHAIN_PASSWORD" build.keychain
+
+          # Set Identity for build script
+          echo "APPLE_IDENTITY=${{ secrets.MACOS_CERT_IDENTITY }}" >> "$GITHUB_ENV"
+
+      - name: 'Setup Windows Certificate'
+        if: "matrix.os == 'windows-latest' && steps.check_secrets.outputs.has_win_cert == 'true' && github.event_name != 'pull_request'"
+        env:
+          PFX_BASE64: '${{ secrets.WINDOWS_PFX_BASE64 }}'
+          PFX_PASSWORD: '${{ secrets.WINDOWS_PFX_PASSWORD }}'
+        run: |
+          $pfx_cert_byte = [System.Convert]::FromBase64String("$env:PFX_BASE64")
+          $certPath = Join-Path (Get-Location) "cert.pfx"
+          [IO.File]::WriteAllBytes($certPath, $pfx_cert_byte)
+          echo "WINDOWS_PFX_FILE=$certPath" >> $env:GITHUB_ENV
+          echo "WINDOWS_PFX_PASSWORD=$env:PFX_PASSWORD" >> $env:GITHUB_ENV
+        shell: 'pwsh'
+
+      - name: 'Build Binary'
+        run: 'npm run build:binary'
+
+      - name: 'Build Core Package'
+        run: 'npm run build -w @google/gemini-cli-core'
+
+      - name: 'Verify Output Exists'
+        run: |
+          if [ -f "dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/gemini" ]; then
+            echo "Binary found at dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/gemini"
+          elif [ -f "dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/gemini.exe" ]; then
+            echo "Binary found at dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/gemini.exe"
+          else
+            echo "Error: Binary not found in dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/"
+            ls -R dist/
+            exit 1
+          fi
+
+      - name: 'Smoke Test Binary'
+        run: |
+          echo "Running binary smoke test..."
+          if [ -f "dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/gemini.exe" ]; then
+            "./dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/gemini.exe" --version
+          else
+            "./dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/gemini" --version
+          fi
+
+      - name: 'Run Integration Tests'
+        if: "github.event_name != 'pull_request'"
+        env:
+          GEMINI_API_KEY: '${{ secrets.GEMINI_API_KEY }}'
+        run: |
+          echo "Running integration tests with binary..."
+          if [[ "${{ matrix.os }}" == 'windows-latest' ]]; then
+            BINARY_PATH="$(cygpath -m "$(pwd)/dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/gemini.exe")"
+          else
+            BINARY_PATH="$(pwd)/dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/gemini"
+          fi
+          echo "Using binary at $BINARY_PATH"
+          export INTEGRATION_TEST_GEMINI_BINARY_PATH="$BINARY_PATH"
+          npm run test:integration:sandbox:none -- --testTimeout=600000
+
+      - name: 'Upload Artifact'
+        uses: 'actions/upload-artifact@v4'
+        with:
+          name: 'gemini-cli-${{ matrix.platform_name }}'
+          path: 'dist/${{ matrix.platform_name }}/'
+          retention-days: 5

.github/workflows/trigger_e2e.yml

@@ -15,6 +15,7 @@ on:
 
 jobs:
   save_repo_name:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     steps:
       - name: 'Save Repo name'
@@ -23,14 +24,15 @@ jobs:
           HEAD_SHA: '${{ github.event.inputs.head_sha || github.event.pull_request.head.sha }}'
         run: |
           mkdir -p ./pr
-          echo '${{ env.REPO_NAME }}' > ./pr/repo_name
-          echo '${{ env.HEAD_SHA }}' > ./pr/head_sha
+          echo "${REPO_NAME}" > ./pr/repo_name
+          echo "${HEAD_SHA}" > ./pr/head_sha
       - uses: 'actions/upload-artifact@ea165f8d65b6e75b540449e92b4886f43607fa02' # ratchet:actions/upload-artifact@v4
         with:
           name: 'repo_name'
           path: 'pr/'
   trigger_e2e:
     name: 'Trigger e2e'
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     runs-on: 'gemini-cli-ubuntu-16-core'
     steps:
       - id: 'trigger-e2e'

.github/workflows/unassign-inactive-assignees.yml

@@ -0,0 +1,315 @@
+name: 'Unassign Inactive Issue Assignees'
+
+# This workflow runs daily and scans every open "help wanted" issue that has
+# one or more assignees.  For each assignee it checks whether they have a
+# non-draft pull request (open and ready for review, or already merged) that
+# is linked to the issue.  Draft PRs are intentionally excluded so that
+# contributors cannot reset the check by opening a no-op PR.  If no
+# qualifying PR is found within 7 days of assignment the assignee is
+# automatically removed and a friendly comment is posted so that other
+# contributors can pick up the work.
+# Maintainers, org members, and collaborators (anyone with write access or
+# above) are always exempted and will never be auto-unassigned.
+
+on:
+  schedule:
+    - cron: '0 9 * * *' # Every day at 09:00 UTC
+  workflow_dispatch:
+    inputs:
+      dry_run:
+        description: 'Run in dry-run mode (no changes will be applied)'
+        required: false
+        default: false
+        type: 'boolean'
+
+concurrency:
+  group: '${{ github.workflow }}'
+  cancel-in-progress: true
+
+defaults:
+  run:
+    shell: 'bash'
+
+jobs:
+  unassign-inactive-assignees:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
+    runs-on: 'ubuntu-latest'
+    permissions:
+      issues: 'write'
+
+    steps:
+      - name: 'Generate GitHub App Token'
+        id: 'generate_token'
+        uses: 'actions/create-github-app-token@v2'
+        with:
+          app-id: '${{ secrets.APP_ID }}'
+          private-key: '${{ secrets.PRIVATE_KEY }}'
+
+      - name: 'Unassign inactive assignees'
+        uses: 'actions/github-script@v7'
+        env:
+          DRY_RUN: '${{ inputs.dry_run }}'
+        with:
+          github-token: '${{ steps.generate_token.outputs.token }}'
+          script: |
+            const dryRun = process.env.DRY_RUN === 'true';
+            if (dryRun) {
+              core.info('DRY RUN MODE ENABLED: No changes will be applied.');
+            }
+
+            const owner = context.repo.owner;
+            const repo = context.repo.repo;
+            const GRACE_PERIOD_DAYS = 7;
+            const now = new Date();
+
+            let maintainerLogins = new Set();
+            const teams = ['gemini-cli-maintainers', 'gemini-cli-askmode-approvers', 'gemini-cli-docs'];
+
+            for (const team_slug of teams) {
+              try {
+                const members = await github.paginate(github.rest.teams.listMembersInOrg, {
+                  org: owner,
+                  team_slug,
+                });
+                for (const m of members) maintainerLogins.add(m.login.toLowerCase());
+                core.info(`Fetched ${members.length} members from team ${team_slug}.`);
+              } catch (e) {
+                core.warning(`Could not fetch team ${team_slug}: ${e.message}`);
+              }
+            }
+
+            const isGooglerCache = new Map();
+            const isGoogler = async (login) => {
+              if (isGooglerCache.has(login)) return isGooglerCache.get(login);
+              try {
+                for (const org of ['googlers', 'google']) {
+                  try {
+                    await github.rest.orgs.checkMembershipForUser({ org, username: login });
+                    isGooglerCache.set(login, true);
+                    return true;
+                  } catch (e) {
+                    if (e.status !== 404) throw e;
+                  }
+                }
+              } catch (e) {
+                core.warning(`Could not check org membership for ${login}: ${e.message}`);
+              }
+              isGooglerCache.set(login, false);
+              return false;
+            };
+
+            const permissionCache = new Map();
+            const isPrivilegedUser = async (login) => {
+              if (maintainerLogins.has(login.toLowerCase())) return true;
+
+              if (permissionCache.has(login)) return permissionCache.get(login);
+
+              try {
+                const { data } = await github.rest.repos.getCollaboratorPermissionLevel({
+                  owner,
+                  repo,
+                  username: login,
+                });
+                const privileged = ['admin', 'maintain', 'write', 'triage'].includes(data.permission);
+                permissionCache.set(login, privileged);
+                if (privileged) {
+                  core.info(`  @${login} is a repo collaborator (${data.permission}) — exempt.`);
+                  return true;
+                }
+              } catch (e) {
+                if (e.status !== 404) {
+                  core.warning(`Could not check permission for ${login}: ${e.message}`);
+                }
+              }
+
+              const googler = await isGoogler(login);
+              permissionCache.set(login, googler);
+              return googler;
+            };
+
+            core.info('Fetching open "help wanted" issues with assignees...');
+
+            const issues = await github.paginate(github.rest.issues.listForRepo, {
+              owner,
+              repo,
+              state: 'open',
+              labels: 'help wanted',
+              per_page: 100,
+            });
+
+            const assignedIssues = issues.filter(
+              (issue) => !issue.pull_request && issue.assignees && issue.assignees.length > 0
+            );
+
+            core.info(`Found ${assignedIssues.length} assigned "help wanted" issues.`);
+
+            let totalUnassigned = 0;
+
+              let timelineEvents = [];
+              try {
+                timelineEvents = await github.paginate(github.rest.issues.listEventsForTimeline, {
+                  owner,
+                  repo,
+                  issue_number: issue.number,
+                  per_page: 100,
+                  mediaType: { previews: ['mockingbird'] },
+                });
+              } catch (err) {
+                core.warning(`Could not fetch timeline for issue #${issue.number}: ${err.message}`);
+                continue;
+              }
+
+              const assignedAtMap = new Map();
+
+              for (const event of timelineEvents) {
+                if (event.event === 'assigned' && event.assignee) {
+                  const login = event.assignee.login.toLowerCase();
+                  const at = new Date(event.created_at);
+                  assignedAtMap.set(login, at);
+                } else if (event.event === 'unassigned' && event.assignee) {
+                  assignedAtMap.delete(event.assignee.login.toLowerCase());
+                }
+              }
+
+              const linkedPRAuthorSet = new Set();
+              const seenPRKeys = new Set();
+
+              for (const event of timelineEvents) {
+                if (
+                  event.event !== 'cross-referenced' ||
+                  !event.source ||
+                  event.source.type !== 'pull_request' ||
+                  !event.source.issue ||
+                  !event.source.issue.user ||
+                  !event.source.issue.number ||
+                  !event.source.issue.repository
+                ) continue;
+
+                const prOwner  = event.source.issue.repository.owner.login;
+                const prRepo   = event.source.issue.repository.name;
+                const prNumber = event.source.issue.number;
+                const prAuthor = event.source.issue.user.login.toLowerCase();
+                const prKey    = `${prOwner}/${prRepo}#${prNumber}`;
+
+                if (seenPRKeys.has(prKey)) continue;
+                seenPRKeys.add(prKey);
+
+                try {
+                  const { data: pr } = await github.rest.pulls.get({
+                    owner: prOwner,
+                    repo: prRepo,
+                    pull_number: prNumber,
+                  });
+
+                  const isReady = (pr.state === 'open' && !pr.draft) ||
+                                  (pr.state === 'closed' && pr.merged_at !== null);
+
+                  core.info(
+                    `  PR ${prKey} by @${prAuthor}: ` +
+                    `state=${pr.state}, draft=${pr.draft}, merged=${!!pr.merged_at} → ` +
+                    (isReady ? 'qualifies' : 'does NOT qualify (draft or closed without merge)')
+                  );
+
+                  if (isReady) linkedPRAuthorSet.add(prAuthor);
+                } catch (err) {
+                  core.warning(`Could not fetch PR ${prKey}: ${err.message}`);
+                }
+              }
+
+              const assigneesToRemove = [];
+
+              for (const assignee of issue.assignees) {
+                const login = assignee.login.toLowerCase();
+
+                if (await isPrivilegedUser(assignee.login)) {
+                  core.info(`  @${assignee.login}: privileged user — skipping.`);
+                  continue;
+                }
+
+                const assignedAt = assignedAtMap.get(login);
+
+                if (!assignedAt) {
+                  core.warning(
+                    `No 'assigned' event found for @${login} on issue #${issue.number}; ` +
+                    `falling back to issue creation date (${issue.created_at}).`
+                  );
+                  assignedAtMap.set(login, new Date(issue.created_at));
+                }
+                const resolvedAssignedAt = assignedAtMap.get(login);
+
+                const daysSinceAssignment = (now - resolvedAssignedAt) / (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24);
+
+                core.info(
+                  `  @${login}: assigned ${daysSinceAssignment.toFixed(1)} day(s) ago, ` +
+                  `ready-for-review PR: ${linkedPRAuthorSet.has(login) ? 'yes' : 'no'}`
+                );
+
+                if (daysSinceAssignment < GRACE_PERIOD_DAYS) {
+                  core.info(`    → within grace period, skipping.`);
+                  continue;
+                }
+
+                if (linkedPRAuthorSet.has(login)) {
+                  core.info(`    → ready-for-review PR found, keeping assignment.`);
+                  continue;
+                }
+
+                core.info(`    → no ready-for-review PR after ${GRACE_PERIOD_DAYS} days, will unassign.`);
+                assigneesToRemove.push(assignee.login);
+              }
+
+              if (assigneesToRemove.length === 0) {
+                continue;
+              }
+
+              if (!dryRun) {
+                try {
+                  await github.rest.issues.removeAssignees({
+                    owner,
+                    repo,
+                    issue_number: issue.number,
+                    assignees: assigneesToRemove,
+                  });
+                } catch (err) {
+                  core.warning(
+                    `Failed to unassign ${assigneesToRemove.join(', ')} from issue #${issue.number}: ${err.message}`
+                  );
+                  continue;
+                }
+
+                const mentionList = assigneesToRemove.map((l) => `@${l}`).join(', ');
+                const commentBody =
+                  `👋 ${mentionList} — it has been more than ${GRACE_PERIOD_DAYS} days since ` +
+                  `you were assigned to this issue and we could not find a pull request ` +
+                  `ready for review.\n\n` +
+                  `To keep the backlog moving and ensure issues stay accessible to all ` +
+                  `contributors, we require a PR that is open and ready for review (not a ` +
+                  `draft) within ${GRACE_PERIOD_DAYS} days of assignment.\n\n` +
+                  `We are automatically unassigning you so that other contributors can pick ` +
+                  `this up. If you are still actively working on this, please:\n` +
+                  `1. Re-assign yourself by commenting \`/assign\`.\n` +
+                  `2. Open a PR (not a draft) linked to this issue (e.g. \`Fixes #${issue.number}\`) ` +
+                  `within ${GRACE_PERIOD_DAYS} days so the automation knows real progress is being made.\n\n` +
+                  `Thank you for your contribution — we hope to see a PR from you soon! 🙏`;
+
+                try {
+                  await github.rest.issues.createComment({
+                    owner,
+                    repo,
+                    issue_number: issue.number,
+                    body: commentBody,
+                  });
+                } catch (err) {
+                  core.warning(
+                    `Failed to post comment on issue #${issue.number}: ${err.message}`
+                  );
+                }
+              }
+
+              totalUnassigned += assigneesToRemove.length;
+              core.info(
+                `  ${dryRun ? '[DRY RUN] Would have unassigned' : 'Unassigned'}: ${assigneesToRemove.join(', ')}`
+              );
+            }
+
+            core.info(`\nDone. Total assignees ${dryRun ? 'that would be' : ''} unassigned: ${totalUnassigned}`);

.github/workflows/verify-release.yml

@@ -28,6 +28,7 @@ on:
 
 jobs:
   verify-release:
+    if: "github.repository == 'google-gemini/gemini-cli'"
     environment: "${{ github.event.inputs.environment || 'prod' }}"
     strategy:
       fail-fast: false

.gitignore

@@ -62,3 +62,5 @@ gemini-debug.log
 .gemini-clipboard/
 .eslintcache
 evals/logs/
+
+temp_agents/

.vscode/settings.json

@@ -7,6 +7,9 @@
   "[typescript]": {
     "editor.defaultFormatter": "esbenp.prettier-vscode"
   },
+  "[typescriptreact]": {
+    "editor.defaultFormatter": "esbenp.prettier-vscode"
+  },
   "[json]": {
     "editor.defaultFormatter": "esbenp.prettier-vscode"
   },

CONTRIBUTING.md

@@ -43,16 +43,14 @@ The process for contributing code is as follows:
 
 1.  **Find an issue** that you want to work on. If an issue is tagged as
     `🔒Maintainers only`, this means it is reserved for project maintainers. We
-    will not accept pull requests related to these issues. In the near future,
-    we will explicitly mark issues looking for contributions using the
-    `help-wanted` label. If you believe an issue is a good candidate for
-    community contribution, please leave a comment on the issue. A maintainer
-    will review it and apply the `help-wanted` label if appropriate. Only
-    maintainers should attempt to add the `help-wanted` label to an issue.
-2.  **Fork the repository** and create a new branch.
-3.  **Make your changes** in the `packages/` directory.
-4.  **Ensure all checks pass** by running `npm run preflight`.
-5.  **Open a pull request** with your changes.
+    will not accept pull requests related to these issues.
+2.  **Maintainer Setup**: If you are a team maintainer, please follow the
+    [Maintainer Onboarding Guide](./MAINTAINER_ONBOARDING.md) to set up your
+    high-performance remote offload environment.
+3.  **Fork the repository** and create a new branch.
+4.  **Make your changes** in the `packages/` directory.
+5.  **Ensure all checks pass** by running `npm run preflight`.
+6.  **Open a pull request** with your changes.
 
 ### Code reviews
 
@@ -60,26 +58,54 @@ All submissions, including submissions by project members, require review. We
 use [GitHub pull requests](https://docs.github.com/articles/about-pull-requests)
 for this purpose.
 
-If your pull request involves changes to `packages/cli` (the frontend), we
-recommend running our automated frontend review tool. **Note: This tool is
-currently experimental.** It helps detect common React anti-patterns, testing
-issues, and other frontend-specific best practices that are easy to miss.
+To assist with the review process, we provide an automated review tool that
+helps detect common anti-patterns, testing issues, and other best practices that
+are easy to miss.
 
-To run the review tool, enter the following command from within Gemini CLI:
+#### Using the automated review tool
 
-```text
-/review-frontend <PR_NUMBER>
-```
+You can run the review tool in two ways:
 
-Replace `<PR_NUMBER>` with your pull request number. Authors are encouraged to
-run this on their own PRs for self-review, and reviewers should use it to
-augment their manual review process.
+1.  **Using the helper script (Recommended):** We provide a script that
+    automatically handles checking out the PR into a separate worktree,
+    installing dependencies, building the project, and launching the review
+    tool.
 
-### Self assigning issues
+    ```bash
+    ./scripts/review.sh <PR_NUMBER> [model]
+    ```
 
-To assign an issue to yourself, simply add a comment with the text `/assign`.
-The comment must contain only that text and nothing else. This command will
-assign the issue to you, provided it is not already assigned.
+    **Warning:** If you run `scripts/review.sh`, you must have first verified
+    that the code for the PR being reviewed is safe to run and does not contain
+    data exfiltration attacks.
+
+    **Authors are strongly encouraged to run this script on their own PRs**
+    immediately after creation. This allows you to catch and fix simple issues
+    locally before a maintainer performs a full review.
+
+    **Note on Models:** By default, the script uses the latest Pro model
+    (`gemini-3.1-pro-preview`). If you do not have enough Pro quota, you can run
+    it with the latest Flash model instead:
+    `./scripts/review.sh <PR_NUMBER> gemini-3-flash-preview`.
+
+2.  **Manually from within Gemini CLI:** If you already have the PR checked out
+    and built, you can run the tool directly from the CLI prompt:
+
+    ```text
+    /review-frontend <PR_NUMBER>
+    ```
+
+Replace `<PR_NUMBER>` with your pull request number. Reviewers should use this
+tool to augment, not replace, their manual review process.
+
+### Self-assigning and unassigning issues
+
+To assign an issue to yourself, simply add a comment with the text `/assign`. To
+unassign yourself from an issue, add a comment with the text `/unassign`.
+
+The comment must contain only that text and nothing else. These commands will
+assign or unassign the issue as requested, provided the conditions are met
+(e.g., an issue must be unassigned to be assigned).
 
 Please note that you can have a maximum of 3 issues assigned to you at any given
 time.
@@ -264,7 +290,8 @@ npm run test:e2e
 ```
 
 For more detailed information on the integration testing framework, please see
-the [Integration Tests documentation](/docs/integration-tests.md).
+the
+[Integration Tests documentation](https://geminicli.com/docs/integration-tests).
 
 ### Linting and preflight checks
 
@@ -317,11 +344,9 @@ npm run lint
 
 - Please adhere to the coding style, patterns, and conventions used throughout
   the existing codebase.
-- Consult
-  [GEMINI.md](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/blob/main/GEMINI.md)
-  (typically found in the project root) for specific instructions related to
-  AI-assisted development, including conventions for React, comments, and Git
-  usage.
+- Consult [GEMINI.md](../GEMINI.md) (typically found in the project root) for
+  specific instructions related to AI-assisted development, including
+  conventions for React, comments, and Git usage.
 - **Imports:** Pay special attention to import paths. The project uses ESLint to
   enforce restrictions on relative imports between packages.
 
@@ -545,7 +570,7 @@ Before submitting your documentation pull request, please:
 
 If you have questions about contributing documentation:
 
-- Check our [FAQ](/docs/resources/faq.md).
+- Check our [FAQ](https://geminicli.com/docs/resources/faq).
 - Review existing documentation for examples.
 - Open [an issue](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/issues) to discuss
   your proposed changes.

GEMINI.md

@@ -22,9 +22,10 @@ powerful tool for developers.
     rendering.
   - `packages/core`: Backend logic, Gemini API orchestration, prompt
     construction, and tool execution.
-  - `packages/core/src/tools/`: Built-in tools for file system, shell, and web
-    operations.
   - `packages/a2a-server`: Experimental Agent-to-Agent server.
+  - `packages/sdk`: Programmatic SDK for embedding Gemini CLI capabilities.
+  - `packages/devtools`: Integrated developer tools (Network/Console inspector).
+  - `packages/test-utils`: Shared test utilities and test rig.
   - `packages/vscode-ide-companion`: VS Code extension pairing with the CLI.
 
 ## Building and Running
@@ -58,10 +59,6 @@ powerful tool for developers.
 
 ## Development Conventions
 
-- **Legacy Snippets:** `packages/core/src/prompts/snippets.legacy.ts` is a
-  snapshot of an older system prompt. Avoid changing the prompting verbiage to
-  preserve its historical behavior; however, structural changes to ensure
-  compilation or simplify the code are permitted.
 - **Contributions:** Follow the process outlined in `CONTRIBUTING.md`. Requires
   signing the Google CLA.
 - **Pull Requests:** Keep PRs small, focused, and linked to an existing issue.
@@ -69,8 +66,6 @@ powerful tool for developers.
   `gh` CLI.
 - **Commit Messages:** Follow the
   [Conventional Commits](https://www.conventionalcommits.org/) standard.
-- **Coding Style:** Adhere to existing patterns in `packages/cli` (React/Ink)
-  and `packages/core` (Backend logic).
 - **Imports:** Use specific imports and avoid restricted relative imports
   between packages (enforced by ESLint).
 - **License Headers:** For all new source code files (`.ts`, `.tsx`, `.js`),

MAINTAINER_ONBOARDING.md

@@ -0,0 +1,75 @@
+# Gemini Workspaces: Maintainer Onboarding
+
+Gemini Workspaces allow you to delegate heavy tasks (PR reviews, agentic fixes,
+full builds) to a high-performance GCP worker. It uses a **Unified Data Disk**
+architecture to ensure your work persists even if the VM is deleted or
+recreated.
+
+## 1. Local Prerequisites
+
+Before starting, ensure you have:
+
+- **GCloud CLI**: Authenticated (`gcloud auth login`).
+- **GitHub CLI**: Authenticated (`gh auth login`).
+- **Project Access**: A GCP Project ID where you have `Editor` or
+  `Compute Admin` roles.
+
+## 2. Initialization
+
+Run the setup script using the unified workspaces entry point:
+
+```bash
+npx tsx scripts/workspaces.ts setup
+```
+
+**What happens during setup:**
+
+1.  **Auth Discovery**: It will detect your `GEMINI_API_KEY` (from `~/.env`) and
+    `GH_TOKEN`.
+2.  **Project Choice**: You will be prompted for your GCP Project and Zone.
+3.  **Infrastructure Check**: It verifies if your worker
+    (`gcli-workspace-<user>`) exists.
+4.  **SSH Magic**: It generates a local `.gemini/workspaces/ssh_config` for
+    seamless access.
+
+## 3. Provisioning
+
+If the setup informs you that the worker was not found, provision it:
+
+```bash
+npx tsx scripts/workspaces.ts fleet provision
+```
+
+_This creates a VM with a 10GB Boot Disk and a 200GB Data Disk. Initialization
+takes ~1 minute._
+
+## 4. Finalizing Remote Setup
+
+Run the setup script one last time to clone the repo and sync credentials:
+
+```bash
+npx tsx scripts/workspaces.ts setup
+```
+
+_When you see "ALL SYSTEMS GO!", your workspace is ready._
+
+## 5. Daily Usage
+
+Once initialized, you can launch tasks directly through `npm` or the entry
+point:
+
+- **Review a PR**: `workspace <PR_NUMBER> review`
+- **Launch a Shell**: `workspace:shell <ID>`
+- **Check Status**: `workspace:status`
+- **Cleanup All**: `workspace:clean-all`
+- **Kill Task**: `workspace:kill <PR> <action>`
+- **Stop Worker**: `npx tsx scripts/workspaces.ts fleet stop` (Recommended when
+  finished to save cost).
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+- **Permission Denied (Docker)**: The orchestrator handles this by using
+  `sudo docker` internally.
+- **Dubious Ownership**: The system automatically adds `/mnt/disks/data/main` to
+  Git's safe directory list.
+- **Missing tsx**: Always prefer `npx tsx` when running scripts manually.

README.md

@@ -6,7 +6,7 @@
 [![License](https://img.shields.io/github/license/google-gemini/gemini-cli)](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/blob/main/LICENSE)
 [![View Code Wiki](https://assets.codewiki.google/readme-badge/static.svg)](https://codewiki.google/github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli?utm_source=badge&utm_medium=github&utm_campaign=github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli)
 
-![Gemini CLI Screenshot](./docs/assets/gemini-screenshot.png)
+![Gemini CLI Screenshot](/docs/assets/gemini-screenshot.png)
 
 Gemini CLI is an open-source AI agent that brings the power of Gemini directly
 into your terminal. It provides lightweight access to Gemini, giving you the
@@ -77,7 +77,7 @@ See [Releases](./docs/releases.md) for more details.
 
 ### Preview
 
-New preview releases will be published each week at UTC 2359 on Tuesdays. These
+New preview releases will be published each week at UTC 23:59 on Tuesdays. These
 releases will not have been fully vetted and may contain regressions or other
 outstanding issues. Please help us test and install with `preview` tag.
 
@@ -87,7 +87,7 @@ npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@preview
 
 ### Stable
 
-- New stable releases will be published each week at UTC 2000 on Tuesdays, this
+- New stable releases will be published each week at UTC 20:00 on Tuesdays, this
   will be the full promotion of last week's `preview` release + any bug fixes
   and validations. Use `latest` tag.
 
@@ -97,7 +97,7 @@ npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@latest
 
 ### Nightly
 
-- New releases will be published each day at UTC 0000. This will be all changes
+- New releases will be published each day at UTC 00:00. This will be all changes
   from the main branch as represented at time of release. It should be assumed
   there are pending validations and issues. Use `nightly` tag.
 
@@ -147,7 +147,7 @@ Integrate Gemini CLI directly into your GitHub workflows with
 
 Choose the authentication method that best fits your needs:
 
-### Option 1: Login with Google (OAuth login using your Google Account)
+### Option 1: Sign in with Google (OAuth login using your Google Account)
 
 **✨ Best for:** Individual developers as well as anyone who has a Gemini Code
 Assist License. (see
@@ -161,7 +161,7 @@ for details)
 - **No API key management** - just sign in with your Google account
 - **Automatic updates** to latest models
 
-#### Start Gemini CLI, then choose _Login with Google_ and follow the browser authentication flow when prompted
+#### Start Gemini CLI, then choose _Sign in with Google_ and follow the browser authentication flow when prompted
 
 ```bash
 gemini
@@ -282,14 +282,14 @@ gemini
   quickly.
 - [**Authentication Setup**](./docs/get-started/authentication.md) - Detailed
   auth configuration.
-- [**Configuration Guide**](./docs/get-started/configuration.md) - Settings and
+- [**Configuration Guide**](./docs/reference/configuration.md) - Settings and
   customization.
-- [**Keyboard Shortcuts**](./docs/cli/keyboard-shortcuts.md) - Productivity
-  tips.
+- [**Keyboard Shortcuts**](./docs/reference/keyboard-shortcuts.md) -
+  Productivity tips.
 
 ### Core Features
 
-- [**Commands Reference**](./docs/cli/commands.md) - All slash commands
+- [**Commands Reference**](./docs/reference/commands.md) - All slash commands
   (`/help`, `/chat`, etc).
 - [**Custom Commands**](./docs/cli/custom-commands.md) - Create your own
   reusable commands.
@@ -301,7 +301,7 @@ gemini
 
 ### Tools & Extensions
 
-- [**Built-in Tools Overview**](./docs/tools/index.md)
+- [**Built-in Tools Overview**](./docs/reference/tools.md)
   - [File System Operations](./docs/tools/file-system.md)
   - [Shell Commands](./docs/tools/shell.md)
   - [Web Fetch & Search](./docs/tools/web-fetch.md)
@@ -323,15 +323,15 @@ gemini
 - [**Enterprise Guide**](./docs/cli/enterprise.md) - Deploy and manage in a
   corporate environment.
 - [**Telemetry & Monitoring**](./docs/cli/telemetry.md) - Usage tracking.
-- [**Tools API Development**](./docs/core/tools-api.md) - Create custom tools.
+- [**Tools reference**](./docs/reference/tools.md) - Built-in tools overview.
 - [**Local development**](./docs/local-development.md) - Local development
   tooling.
 
 ### Troubleshooting & Support
 
-- [**Troubleshooting Guide**](./docs/troubleshooting.md) - Common issues and
-  solutions.
-- [**FAQ**](./docs/faq.md) - Frequently asked questions.
+- [**Troubleshooting Guide**](./docs/resources/troubleshooting.md) - Common
+  issues and solutions.
+- [**FAQ**](./docs/resources/faq.md) - Frequently asked questions.
 - Use `/bug` command to report issues directly from the CLI.
 
 ### Using MCP Servers
@@ -377,7 +377,8 @@ for planned features and priorities.
 
 ### Uninstall
 
-See the [Uninstall Guide](docs/cli/uninstall.md) for removal instructions.
+See the [Uninstall Guide](./docs/resources/uninstall.md) for removal
+instructions.
 
 ## 📄 Legal
 

docs/changelogs/index.md

@@ -18,6 +18,92 @@ on GitHub.
 | [Preview](preview.md) | Experimental features ready for early feedback. |
 | [Stable](latest.md)   | Stable, recommended for general use.            |
 
+## Announcements: v0.33.0 - 2026-03-11
+
+- **Agent Architecture Enhancements:** Introduced HTTP authentication for A2A
+  remote agents and authenticated A2A agent card discovery
+  ([#20510](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20510) by
+  @SandyTao520, [#20622](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20622)
+  by @SandyTao520).
+- **Plan Mode Updates:** Expanded Plan Mode with built-in research subagents,
+  annotation support for feedback, and a new `copy` subcommand
+  ([#20972](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20972) by @Adib234,
+  [#20988](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20988) by
+  @ruomengz).
+- **CLI UX & Admin Controls:** Redesigned the header to be compact with an ASCII
+  icon, inverted context window display to show usage, and enabled a 30-day
+  default retention for chat history
+  ([#18713](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18713) by
+  @keithguerin, [#20853](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20853)
+  by @skeshive).
+
+## Announcements: v0.32.0 - 2026-03-03
+
+- **Generalist Agent:** The generalist agent is now enabled to improve task
+  delegation and routing
+  ([#19665](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19665) by
+  @joshualitt).
+- **Model Steering in Workspace:** Added support for model steering directly in
+  the workspace
+  ([#20343](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20343) by
+  @joshualitt).
+- **Plan Mode Enhancements:** Users can now open and modify plans in an external
+  editor, and the planning workflow has been adapted to handle complex tasks
+  more effectively with multi-select options
+  ([#20348](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20348) by @Adib234,
+  [#20465](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20465) by @jerop).
+- **Interactive Shell Autocompletion:** Introduced interactive shell
+  autocompletion for a more seamless experience
+  ([#20082](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20082) by
+  @mrpmohiburrahman).
+- **Parallel Extension Loading:** Extensions are now loaded in parallel to
+  improve startup times
+  ([#20229](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20229) by
+  @scidomino).
+
+## Announcements: v0.31.0 - 2026-02-27
+
+- **Gemini 3.1 Pro Preview:** Gemini CLI now supports the new Gemini 3.1 Pro
+  Preview model
+  ([#19676](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19676) by
+  @sehoon38).
+- **Experimental Browser Agent:** We've introduced a new experimental browser
+  agent to interact with web pages
+  ([#19284](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19284) by
+  @gsquared94).
+- **Policy Engine Updates:** The policy engine now supports project-level
+  policies, MCP server wildcards, and tool annotation matching
+  ([#18682](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18682) by
+  @Abhijit-2592,
+  [#20024](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20024) by @jerop).
+- **Web Fetch Improvements:** We've implemented an experimental direct web fetch
+  feature and added rate limiting to mitigate DDoS risks
+  ([#19557](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19557) by @mbleigh,
+  [#19567](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19567) by
+  @mattKorwel).
+
+## Announcements: v0.30.0 - 2026-02-25
+
+- **SDK & Custom Skills:** Introduced the initial SDK package, enabling dynamic
+  system instructions, `SessionContext` for SDK tool calls, and support for
+  custom skills
+  ([#18861](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18861) by
+  @mbleigh).
+- **Policy Engine Enhancements:** Added a new `--policy` flag for user-defined
+  policies, introduced strict seatbelt profiles, and deprecated
+  `--allowed-tools` in favor of the policy engine
+  ([#18500](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18500) by
+  @allenhutchison).
+- **UI & Themes:** Added a generic searchable list for settings and extensions,
+  new Solarized themes, text wrapping for markdown tables, and a clean UI toggle
+  prototype ([#19064](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19064) by
+  @rmedranollamas).
+- **Vim & Terminal Interaction:** Improved Vim support to feel more complete and
+  added support for Ctrl-Z terminal suspension
+  ([#18755](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18755) by
+  @ppgranger, [#18931](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18931)
+  by @scidomino).
+
 ## Announcements: v0.29.0 - 2026-02-17
 
 - **Plan Mode:** A new comprehensive planning capability with `/plan`,
@@ -39,10 +125,6 @@ on GitHub.
 
 ## Announcements: v0.28.0 - 2026-02-10
 
-- **Slash Command:** We've added a new `/prompt-suggest` slash command to help
-  you generate prompt suggestions
-  ([#17264](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17264) by
-  @NTaylorMullen).
 - **IDE Support:** Gemini CLI now supports the Positron IDE
   ([#15047](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15047) by
   @kapsner).
@@ -82,8 +164,8 @@ on GitHub.
   ([#16638](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16638) by
   @joshualitt).
 - **UI/UX Improvements:** You can now "Rewind" through your conversation history
-  ([#15717](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15717) by @Adib234)
-  and use a new `/introspect` command for debugging.
+  ([#15717](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/15717) by
+  @Adib234).
 - **Core and Scheduler Refactoring:** The core scheduler has been significantly
   refactored to improve performance and reliability
   ([#16895](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16895) by
@@ -421,8 +503,9 @@ on GitHub.
   page in their default browser directly from the CLI using the `/extension`
   explore command. ([pr](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/11846)
   by [@JayadityaGit](https://github.com/JayadityaGit)).
-- **Configurable compression:** Users can modify the compression threshold in
-  `/settings`. The default has been made more proactive
+- **Configurable compression:** Users can modify the context compression
+  threshold in `/settings` (decimal with percentage display). The default has
+  been made more proactive
   ([pr](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/12317) by
   [@scidomino](https://github.com/scidomino)).
 - **API key authentication:** Users can now securely enter and store their

docs/changelogs/latest.md

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
-# Latest stable release: v0.29.0
+# Latest stable release: v0.33.2
 
-Released: February 17, 2026
+Released: March 16, 2026
 
 For most users, our latest stable release is the recommended release. Install
 the latest stable version with:
@@ -11,371 +11,227 @@ npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
 
 ## Highlights
 
-- **Plan Mode:** Introduce a dedicated "Plan Mode" to help you architect complex
-  changes before implementation. Use `/plan` to get started.
-- **Gemini 3 by Default:** Gemini 3 is now the default model family, bringing
-  improved performance and reasoning capabilities to all users without needing a
-  feature flag.
-- **Extension Discovery:** Easily discover and install extensions with the new
-  exploration features and registry client.
-- **Enhanced Admin Controls:** New administrative capabilities allow for
-  allowlisting MCP server configurations, giving organizations more control over
-  available tools.
-- **Sub-agent Improvements:** Sub-agents have been transitioned to a new format
-  with improved definitions and system prompts for better reliability.
+- **Agent Architecture Enhancements:** Introduced HTTP authentication support
+  for A2A remote agents, authenticated A2A agent card discovery, and directly
+  indicated auth-required states.
+- **Plan Mode Updates:** Expanded Plan Mode capabilities with built-in research
+  subagents, annotation support for feedback during iteration, and a new `copy`
+  subcommand.
+- **CLI UX Improvements:** Redesigned the header to be compact with an ASCII
+  icon, inverted the context window display to show usage, and allowed sub-agent
+  confirmation requests in the UI while preventing background flicker.
+- **ACP & MCP Integrations:** Implemented slash command handling in ACP for
+  `/memory`, `/init`, `/extensions`, and `/restore`, added an MCPOAuthProvider,
+  and introduced a `set models` interface for ACP.
+- **Admin & Core Stability:** Enabled a 30-day default retention for chat
+  history, added tool name validation in TOML policy files, and improved tool
+  parameter extraction.
 
 ## What's Changed
 
-- fix: remove `ask_user` tool from non-interactive modes by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18154](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18154)
-- fix(cli): allow restricted .env loading in untrusted sandboxed folders by
-  @galz10 in [#17806](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17806)
-- Encourage agent to utilize ecosystem tools to perform work by @gundermanc in
-  [#17881](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17881)
-- feat(plan): unify workflow location in system prompt to optimize caching by
-  @jerop in [#18258](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18258)
-- feat(core): enable getUserTierName in config by @sehoon38 in
-  [#18265](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18265)
-- feat(core): add default execution limits for subagents by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18274](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18274)
-- Fix issue where agent gets stuck at interactive commands. by @gundermanc in
-  [#18272](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18272)
-- chore(release): bump version to 0.29.0-nightly.20260203.71f46f116 by
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 48130eb to release/v0.33.1-pr-22665 [CONFLICTS] by
   @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#18243](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18243)
-- feat(core): remove hardcoded policy bypass for local subagents by @abhipatel12
-  in [#18153](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18153)
-- feat(plan): implement `plan` slash command by @Adib234 in
-  [#17698](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17698)
-- feat: increase `ask_user` label limit to 16 characters by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18320](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18320)
-- Add information about the agent skills lifecycle and clarify docs-writer skill
-  metadata. by @g-samroberts in
-  [#18234](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18234)
-- feat(core): add `enter_plan_mode` tool by @jerop in
-  [#18324](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18324)
-- Stop showing an error message in `/plan` by @Adib234 in
-  [#18333](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18333)
-- fix(hooks): remove unnecessary logging for hook registration by @abhipatel12
-  in [#18332](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18332)
-- fix(mcp): ensure MCP transport is closed to prevent memory leaks by
-  @cbcoutinho in
-  [#18054](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18054)
-- feat(skills): implement linking for agent skills by @MushuEE in
-  [#18295](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18295)
-- Changelogs for 0.27.0 and 0.28.0-preview0 by @g-samroberts in
-  [#18336](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18336)
-- chore: correct docs as skills and hooks are stable by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18358](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18358)
-- feat(admin): Implement admin allowlist for MCP server configurations by
-  @skeshive in [#18311](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18311)
-- fix(core): add retry logic for transient SSL/TLS errors (#17318) by @ppgranger
-  in [#18310](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18310)
-- Add support for /extensions config command by @chrstnb in
-  [#17895](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17895)
-- fix(core): handle non-compliant mcpbridge responses from Xcode 26.3 by
-  @peterfriese in
-  [#18376](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18376)
-- feat(cli): Add W, B, E Vim motions and operator support by @ademuri in
-  [#16209](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16209)
-- fix: Windows Specific Agent Quality & System Prompt by @scidomino in
-  [#18351](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18351)
-- feat(plan): support `replace` tool in plan mode to edit plans by @jerop in
-  [#18379](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18379)
-- Improving memory tool instructions and eval testing by @alisa-alisa in
-  [#18091](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18091)
-- fix(cli): color extension link success message green by @MushuEE in
-  [#18386](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18386)
-- undo by @jacob314 in
-  [#18147](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18147)
-- feat(plan): add guidance on iterating on approved plans vs creating new plans
-  by @jerop in [#18346](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18346)
-- feat(plan): fix invalid tool calls in plan mode by @Adib234 in
-  [#18352](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18352)
-- feat(plan): integrate planning artifacts and tools into primary workflows by
-  @jerop in [#18375](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18375)
-- Fix permission check by @scidomino in
-  [#18395](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18395)
-- ux(polish) autocomplete in the input prompt by @jacob314 in
-  [#18181](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18181)
-- fix: resolve infinite loop when using 'Modify with external editor' by
-  @ppgranger in [#17453](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17453)
-- feat: expand verify-release to macOS and Windows by @yunaseoul in
-  [#18145](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18145)
-- feat(plan): implement support for MCP servers in Plan mode by @Adib234 in
-  [#18229](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18229)
-- chore: update folder trust error messaging by @galz10 in
-  [#18402](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18402)
-- feat(plan): create a metric for execution of plans generated in plan mode by
-  @Adib234 in [#18236](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18236)
-- perf(ui): optimize stripUnsafeCharacters with regex by @gsquared94 in
-  [#18413](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18413)
-- feat(context): implement observation masking for tool outputs by @abhipatel12
-  in [#18389](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18389)
-- feat(core,cli): implement session-linked tool output storage and cleanup by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18416](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18416)
-- Shorten temp directory by @joshualitt in
-  [#17901](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17901)
-- feat(plan): add behavioral evals for plan mode by @jerop in
-  [#18437](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18437)
-- Add extension registry client by @chrstnb in
-  [#18396](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18396)
-- Enable extension config by default by @chrstnb in
-  [#18447](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18447)
-- Automatically generate change logs on release by @g-samroberts in
-  [#18401](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18401)
-- Remove previewFeatures and default to Gemini 3 by @sehoon38 in
-  [#18414](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18414)
-- feat(admin): apply MCP allowlist to extensions & gemini mcp list command by
-  @skeshive in [#18442](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18442)
-- fix(cli): improve focus navigation for interactive and background shells by
-  @galz10 in [#18343](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18343)
-- Add shortcuts hint and panel for discoverability by @LyalinDotCom in
-  [#18035](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18035)
-- fix(config): treat system settings as read-only during migration and warn user
-  by @spencer426 in
-  [#18277](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18277)
-- feat(plan): add positive test case and update eval stability policy by @jerop
-  in [#18457](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18457)
-- fix- windows: add shell: true for spawnSync to fix EINVAL with .cmd editors by
-  @zackoch in [#18408](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18408)
-- bug(core): Fix bug when saving plans. by @joshualitt in
-  [#18465](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18465)
-- Refactor atCommandProcessor by @scidomino in
-  [#18461](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18461)
-- feat(core): implement persistence and resumption for masked tool outputs by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18451](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18451)
-- refactor: simplify tool output truncation to single config by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18446](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18446)
-- bug(core): Ensure storage is initialized early, even if config is not. by
-  @joshualitt in
-  [#18471](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18471)
-- chore: Update build-and-start script to support argument forwarding by
-  @Abhijit-2592 in
-  [#18241](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18241)
-- fix(core): prevent subagent bypass in plan mode by @jerop in
-  [#18484](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18484)
-- feat(cli): add WebSocket-based network logging and streaming chunk support by
+  [#22720](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/22720)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 8432bce to release/v0.33.0-pr-22069 to patch version
+  v0.33.0 and create version 0.33.1 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#22206](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/22206)
+- Docs: Update model docs to remove Preview Features. by @jkcinouye in
+  [#20084](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20084)
+- docs: fix typo in installation documentation by @AdityaSharma-Git3207 in
+  [#20153](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20153)
+- docs: add Windows PowerShell equivalents for environments and scripting by
+  @scidomino in [#20333](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20333)
+- fix(core): parse raw ASCII buffer strings in Gaxios errors by @sehoon38 in
+  [#20626](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20626)
+- chore(release): bump version to 0.33.0-nightly.20260227.ba149afa0 by @galz10
+  in [#20637](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20637)
+- fix(github): use robot PAT for automated PRs to pass CLA check by @galz10 in
+  [#20641](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20641)
+- chore/release: bump version to 0.33.0-nightly.20260228.1ca5c05d0 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#20644](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20644)
+- Changelog for v0.31.0 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#20634](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20634)
+- fix: use full paths for ACP diff payloads by @JagjeevanAK in
+  [#19539](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19539)
+- Changelog for v0.32.0-preview.0 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#20627](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20627)
+- fix: acp/zed race condition between MCP initialisation and prompt by
+  @kartikangiras in
+  [#20205](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20205)
+- fix(cli): reset themeManager between tests to ensure isolation by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#20598](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20598)
+- refactor(core): Extract tool parameter names as constants by @SandyTao520 in
+  [#20460](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20460)
+- fix(cli): resolve autoThemeSwitching when background hasn't changed but theme
+  mismatches by @sehoon38 in
+  [#20706](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20706)
+- feat(skills): add github-issue-creator skill by @sehoon38 in
+  [#20709](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20709)
+- fix(cli): allow sub-agent confirmation requests in UI while preventing
+  background flicker by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#20722](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20722)
+- Merge User and Agent Card Descriptions #20849 by @adamfweidman in
+  [#20850](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20850)
+- fix(core): reduce LLM-based loop detection false positives by @SandyTao520 in
+  [#20701](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20701)
+- fix(plan): deflake plan mode integration tests by @Adib234 in
+  [#20477](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20477)
+- Add /unassign support by @scidomino in
+  [#20864](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20864)
+- feat(core): implement HTTP authentication support for A2A remote agents by
   @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18383](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18383)
-- feat(cli): update approval modes UI by @jerop in
-  [#18476](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18476)
-- fix(cli): reload skills and agents on extension restart by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18411](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18411)
-- fix(core): expand excludeTools with legacy aliases for renamed tools by
-  @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18498](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18498)
-- feat(core): overhaul system prompt for rigor, integrity, and intent alignment
-  by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#17263](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17263)
-- Patch for generate changelog docs yaml file by @g-samroberts in
-  [#18496](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18496)
-- Code review fixes for show question mark pr. by @jacob314 in
-  [#18480](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18480)
-- fix(cli): add SS3 Shift+Tab support for Windows terminals by @ThanhNguyxn in
-  [#18187](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18187)
-- chore: remove redundant planning prompt from final shell by @jerop in
-  [#18528](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18528)
-- docs: require pr-creator skill for PR generation by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18536](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18536)
-- chore: update colors for ask_user dialog by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18543](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18543)
-- feat(core): exempt high-signal tools from output masking by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18545](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18545)
-- refactor(core): remove memory tool instructions from Gemini 3 prompt by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18559](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18559)
-- chore: remove feedback instruction from system prompt by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18560](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18560)
-- feat(context): add remote configuration for tool output masking thresholds by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18553](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18553)
-- feat(core): pause agent timeout budget while waiting for tool confirmation by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18415](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18415)
-- refactor(config): remove experimental.enableEventDrivenScheduler setting by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#17924](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17924)
-- feat(cli): truncate shell output in UI history and improve active shell
-  display by @jwhelangoog in
-  [#17438](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17438)
-- refactor(cli): switch useToolScheduler to event-driven engine by @abhipatel12
-  in [#18565](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18565)
-- fix(core): correct escaped interpolation in system prompt by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18557](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18557)
-- propagate abortSignal by @scidomino in
-  [#18477](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18477)
-- feat(core): conditionally include ctrl+f prompt based on interactive shell
-  setting by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18561](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18561)
-- fix(core): ensure `enter_plan_mode` tool registration respects
-  `experimental.plan` by @jerop in
-  [#18587](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18587)
-- feat(core): transition sub-agents to XML format and improve definitions by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18555](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18555)
-- docs: Add Plan Mode documentation by @jerop in
-  [#18582](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18582)
-- chore: strengthen validation guidance in system prompt by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18544](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18544)
-- Fix newline insertion bug in replace tool by @werdnum in
-  [#18595](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18595)
-- fix(evals): update save_memory evals and simplify tool description by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18610](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18610)
-- chore(evals): update validation_fidelity_pre_existing_errors to USUALLY_PASSES
-  by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18617](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18617)
-- fix: shorten tool call IDs and fix duplicate tool name in truncated output
-  filenames by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18600](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18600)
-- feat(cli): implement atomic writes and safety checks for trusted folders by
-  @galz10 in [#18406](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18406)
-- Remove relative docs links by @chrstnb in
-  [#18650](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18650)
-- docs: add legacy snippets convention to GEMINI.md by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18597](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18597)
-- fix(chore): Support linting for cjs by @aswinashok44 in
-  [#18639](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18639)
-- feat: move shell efficiency guidelines to tool description by @NTaylorMullen
-  in [#18614](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18614)
-- Added "" as default value, since getText() used to expect a string only and
-  thus crashed when undefined... Fixes #18076 by @019-Abhi in
-  [#18099](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18099)
-- Allow @-includes outside of workspaces (with permission) by @scidomino in
-  [#18470](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18470)
-- chore: make `ask_user` header description more clear by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18657](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18657)
-- refactor(core): model-dependent tool definitions by @aishaneeshah in
-  [#18563](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18563)
-- Harded code assist converter. by @jacob314 in
-  [#18656](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18656)
-- bug(core): Fix minor bug in migration logic. by @joshualitt in
-  [#18661](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18661)
-- feat: enable plan mode experiment in settings by @jerop in
-  [#18636](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18636)
-- refactor: push isValidPath() into parsePastedPaths() by @scidomino in
-  [#18664](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18664)
-- fix(cli): correct 'esc to cancel' position and restore duration display by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18534](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18534)
-- feat(cli): add DevTools integration with gemini-cli-devtools by @SandyTao520
-  in [#18648](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18648)
-- chore: remove unused exports and redundant hook files by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18681](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18681)
-- Fix number of lines being reported in rewind confirmation dialog by @Adib234
-  in [#18675](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18675)
-- feat(cli): disable folder trust in headless mode by @galz10 in
-  [#18407](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18407)
-- Disallow unsafe type assertions by @gundermanc in
-  [#18688](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18688)
-- Change event type for release by @g-samroberts in
-  [#18693](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18693)
-- feat: handle multiple dynamic context filenames in system prompt by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18598](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18598)
-- Properly parse at-commands with narrow non-breaking spaces by @scidomino in
-  [#18677](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18677)
-- refactor(core): centralize core tool definitions and support model-specific
-  schemas by @aishaneeshah in
-  [#18662](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18662)
-- feat(core): Render memory hierarchically in context. by @joshualitt in
-  [#18350](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18350)
-- feat: Ctrl+O to expand paste placeholder by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18103](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18103)
-- fix(cli): Improve header spacing by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18531](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18531)
-- Feature/quota visibility 16795 by @spencer426 in
-  [#18203](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18203)
-- Inline thinking bubbles with summary/full modes by @LyalinDotCom in
-  [#18033](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18033)
-- docs: remove TOC marker from Plan Mode header by @jerop in
-  [#18678](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18678)
-- fix(ui): remove redundant newlines in Gemini messages by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18538](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18538)
-- test(cli): fix AppContainer act() warnings and improve waitFor resilience by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18676](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18676)
-- refactor(core): refine Security & System Integrity section in system prompt by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18601](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18601)
-- Fix layout rounding. by @gundermanc in
-  [#18667](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18667)
-- docs(skills): enhance pr-creator safety and interactivity by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18616](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18616)
-- test(core): remove hardcoded model from TestRig by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18710](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18710)
-- feat(core): optimize sub-agents system prompt intro by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18608](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18608)
-- feat(cli): update approval mode labels and shortcuts per latest UX spec by
-  @jerop in [#18698](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18698)
-- fix(plan): update persistent approval mode setting by @Adib234 in
-  [#18638](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18638)
-- fix: move toasts location to left side by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18705](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18705)
-- feat(routing): restrict numerical routing to Gemini 3 family by @mattKorwel in
-  [#18478](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18478)
-- fix(ide): fix ide nudge setting by @skeshive in
-  [#18733](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18733)
-- fix(core): standardize tool formatting in system prompts by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18615](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18615)
-- chore: consolidate to green in ask user dialog by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18734](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18734)
-- feat: add `extensionsExplore` setting to enable extensions explore UI. by
-  @sripasg in [#18686](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18686)
-- feat(cli): defer devtools startup and integrate with F12 by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18695](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18695)
-- ui: update & subdue footer colors and animate progress indicator by
-  @keithguerin in
-  [#18570](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18570)
-- test: add model-specific snapshots for coreTools by @aishaneeshah in
-  [#18707](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18707)
-- ci: shard windows tests and fix event listener leaks by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18670](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18670)
-- fix: allow `ask_user` tool in yolo mode by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18541](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18541)
-- feat: redact disabled tools from system prompt (#13597) by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18613](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18613)
-- Update Gemini.md to use the curent year on creating new files by @sehoon38 in
-  [#18460](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18460)
-- Code review cleanup for thinking display by @jacob314 in
-  [#18720](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18720)
-- fix(cli): hide scrollbars when in alternate buffer copy mode by @werdnum in
-  [#18354](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18354)
-- Fix issues with rip grep by @gundermanc in
-  [#18756](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18756)
-- fix(cli): fix history navigation regression after prompt autocomplete by
-  @sehoon38 in [#18752](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18752)
-- chore: cleanup unused and add unlisted dependencies in packages/cli by
-  @adamfweidman in
-  [#18749](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18749)
-- Fix issue where Gemini CLI creates tests in a new file by @gundermanc in
-  [#18409](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18409)
-- feat(telemetry): Ensure experiment IDs are included in OpenTelemetry logs by
-  @kevin-ramdass in
-  [#18747](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18747)
-- fix(patch): cherry-pick e9a9474 to release/v0.29.0-preview.0-pr-18840 to patch
-  version v0.29.0-preview.0 and create version 0.29.0-preview.1 by
+  [#20510](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20510)
+- feat(core): centralize read_file limits and update gemini-3 description by
+  @aishaneeshah in
+  [#20619](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20619)
+- Do not block CI on evals by @gundermanc in
+  [#20870](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20870)
+- document node limitation for shift+tab by @scidomino in
+  [#20877](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20877)
+- Add install as an option when extension is selected. by @DavidAPierce in
+  [#20358](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20358)
+- Update CODEOWNERS for README.md reviewers by @g-samroberts in
+  [#20860](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20860)
+- feat(core): truncate large MCP tool output by @SandyTao520 in
+  [#19365](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19365)
+- Subagent activity UX. by @gundermanc in
+  [#17570](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17570)
+- style(cli) : Dialog pattern for /hooks Command by @AbdulTawabJuly in
+  [#17930](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17930)
+- feat: redesign header to be compact with ASCII icon by @keithguerin in
+  [#18713](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18713)
+- fix(core): ensure subagents use qualified MCP tool names by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#20801](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20801)
+- feat(core): support authenticated A2A agent card discovery by @SandyTao520 in
+  [#20622](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20622)
+- refactor(cli): fully remove React anti patterns, improve type safety and fix
+  UX oversights in SettingsDialog.tsx by @psinha40898 in
+  [#18963](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18963)
+- Adding MCPOAuthProvider implementing the MCPSDK OAuthClientProvider by
+  @Nayana-Parameswarappa in
+  [#20121](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20121)
+- feat(core): add tool name validation in TOML policy files by @allenhutchison
+  in [#19281](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19281)
+- docs: fix broken markdown links in main README.md by @Hamdanbinhashim in
+  [#20300](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20300)
+- refactor(core): replace manual syncPlanModeTools with declarative policy rules
+  by @jerop in [#20596](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20596)
+- fix(core): increase default headers timeout to 5 minutes by @gundermanc in
+  [#20890](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20890)
+- feat(admin): enable 30 day default retention for chat history & remove warning
+  by @skeshive in
+  [#20853](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20853)
+- feat(plan): support annotating plans with feedback for iteration by @Adib234
+  in [#20876](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20876)
+- Add some dos and don'ts to behavioral evals README. by @gundermanc in
+  [#20629](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20629)
+- fix(core): skip telemetry logging for AbortError exceptions by @yunaseoul in
+  [#19477](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19477)
+- fix(core): restrict "System: Please continue" invalid stream retry to Gemini 2
+  models by @SandyTao520 in
+  [#20897](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20897)
+- ci(evals): only run evals in CI if prompts or tools changed by @gundermanc in
+  [#20898](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20898)
+- Build binary by @aswinashok44 in
+  [#18933](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18933)
+- Code review fixes as a pr by @jacob314 in
+  [#20612](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20612)
+- fix(ci): handle empty APP_ID in stale PR closer by @bdmorgan in
+  [#20919](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20919)
+- feat(cli): invert context window display to show usage by @keithguerin in
+  [#20071](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20071)
+- fix(plan): clean up session directories and plans on deletion by @jerop in
+  [#20914](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20914)
+- fix(core): enforce optionality for API response fields in code_assist by
+  @sehoon38 in [#20714](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20714)
+- feat(extensions): add support for plan directory in extension manifest by
+  @mahimashanware in
+  [#20354](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20354)
+- feat(plan): enable built-in research subagents in plan mode by @Adib234 in
+  [#20972](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20972)
+- feat(agents): directly indicate auth required state by @adamfweidman in
+  [#20986](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20986)
+- fix(cli): wait for background auto-update before relaunching by @scidomino in
+  [#20904](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20904)
+- fix: pre-load @scripts/copy_files.js references from external editor prompts
+  by @kartikangiras in
+  [#20963](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20963)
+- feat(evals): add behavioral evals for ask_user tool by @Adib234 in
+  [#20620](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20620)
+- refactor common settings logic for skills,agents by @ishaanxgupta in
+  [#17490](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17490)
+- Update docs-writer skill with new resource by @g-samroberts in
+  [#20917](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20917)
+- fix(cli): pin clipboardy to ~5.2.x by @scidomino in
+  [#21009](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21009)
+- feat: Implement slash command handling in ACP for
+  `/memory`,`/init`,`/extensions` and `/restore` by @sripasg in
+  [#20528](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20528)
+- Docs/add hooks reference by @AadithyaAle in
+  [#20961](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20961)
+- feat(plan): add copy subcommand to plan (#20491) by @ruomengz in
+  [#20988](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20988)
+- fix(core): sanitize and length-check MCP tool qualified names by @abhipatel12
+  in [#20987](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20987)
+- Format the quota/limit style guide. by @g-samroberts in
+  [#21017](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21017)
+- fix(core): send shell output to model on cancel by @devr0306 in
+  [#20501](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20501)
+- remove hardcoded tiername when missing tier by @sehoon38 in
+  [#21022](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21022)
+- feat(acp): add set models interface by @skeshive in
+  [#20991](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20991)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 0659ad1 to release/v0.33.0-preview.0-pr-21042 to patch
+  version v0.33.0-preview.0 and create version 0.33.0-preview.1 by
   @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#18841](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18841)
-- fix(patch): cherry-pick 08e8eea to release/v0.29.0-preview.1-pr-18855 to patch
-  version v0.29.0-preview.1 and create version 0.29.0-preview.2 by
+  [#21047](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21047)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 173376b to release/v0.33.0-preview.1-pr-21157 to patch
+  version v0.33.0-preview.1 and create version 0.33.0-preview.2 by
   @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#18905](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18905)
-- fix(patch): cherry-pick d0c6a56 to release/v0.29.0-preview.2-pr-18976 to patch
-  version v0.29.0-preview.2 and create version 0.29.0-preview.3 by
+  [#21300](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21300)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 0135b03 to release/v0.33.0-preview.2-pr-21171
+  [CONFLICTS] by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21336](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21336)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 7ec477d to release/v0.33.0-preview.3-pr-21305 to patch
+  version v0.33.0-preview.3 and create version 0.33.0-preview.4 by
   @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#19023](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19023)
-- fix(patch): cherry-pick e5ff202 to release/v0.29.0-preview.3-pr-19254 to patch
-  version v0.29.0-preview.3 and create version 0.29.0-preview.4 by
+  [#21349](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21349)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 931e668 to release/v0.33.0-preview.4-pr-21425
+  [CONFLICTS] by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21478](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21478)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 7837194 to release/v0.33.0-preview.5-pr-21487 to patch
+  version v0.33.0-preview.5 and create version 0.33.0-preview.6 by
   @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#19264](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19264)
-- fix(patch): cherry-pick 9590a09 to release/v0.29.0-preview.4-pr-18771 to patch
-  version v0.29.0-preview.4 and create version 0.29.0-preview.5 by
+  [#21720](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21720)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 4f4431e to release/v0.33.0-preview.7-pr-21750 to patch
+  version v0.33.0-preview.7 and create version 0.33.0-preview.8 by
   @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#19274](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19274)
+  [#21782](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21782)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 9a74271 to release/v0.33.0-preview.8-pr-21236
+  [CONFLICTS] by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21788](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21788)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 936f624 to release/v0.33.0-preview.9-pr-21702 to patch
+  version v0.33.0-preview.9 and create version 0.33.0-preview.10 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21800](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21800)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 35ee2a8 to release/v0.33.0-preview.10-pr-21713 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21859](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21859)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 5dd2dab to release/v0.33.0-preview.11-pr-21871 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21876](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21876)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick e5615f4 to release/v0.33.0-preview.12-pr-21037 to
+  patch version v0.33.0-preview.12 and create version 0.33.0-preview.13 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21922](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21922)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 1b69637 to release/v0.33.0-preview.13-pr-21467
+  [CONFLICTS] by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21930](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21930)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 3ff68a9 to release/v0.33.0-preview.14-pr-21884
+  [CONFLICTS] by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21952](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21952)
 
 **Full Changelog**:
-https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.28.2...v0.29.0
+https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.32.1...v0.33.2

docs/changelogs/preview.md

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
-# Preview release: v0.30.0-preview.5
+# Preview release: v0.34.0-preview.4
 
-Released: February 24, 2026
+Released: March 16, 2026
 
 Our preview release includes the latest, new, and experimental features. This
 release may not be as stable as our [latest weekly release](latest.md).
@@ -13,306 +13,471 @@ npm install -g @google/gemini-cli@preview
 
 ## Highlights
 
-- **Initial SDK Package:** Introduced the initial SDK package with support for
-  custom skills and dynamic system instructions.
-- **Refined Plan Mode:** Refined Plan Mode with support for enabling skills,
-  improved agentic execution, and project exploration without planning.
-- **Enhanced CLI UI:** Enhanced CLI UI with a new clean UI toggle, minimal-mode
-  bleed-through, and support for Ctrl-Z suspension.
-- **`--policy` flag:** Added the `--policy` flag to support user-defined
-  policies.
-- **New Themes:** Added Solarized Dark and Solarized Light themes.
+- **Plan Mode Enabled by Default:** Plan Mode is now enabled out-of-the-box,
+  providing a structured planning workflow and keeping approved plans during
+  chat compression.
+- **Sandboxing Enhancements:** Added experimental LXC container sandbox support
+  and native gVisor (`runsc`) sandboxing for improved security and isolation.
+- **Tracker Visualization and Tools:** Introduced CRUD tools and visualization
+  for trackers, along with task tracker strategy improvements.
+- **Browser Agent Improvements:** Enhanced the browser agent with progress
+  emission, a new automation overlay, and additional integration tests.
+- **CLI and UI Updates:** Standardized semantic focus colors, polished shell
+  autocomplete rendering, unified keybinding infrastructure, and added custom
+  footer configuration options.
 
 ## What's Changed
 
-- fix(patch): cherry-pick 2c1d6f8 to release/v0.30.0-preview.4-pr-19369 to patch
-  version v0.30.0-preview.4 and create version 0.30.0-preview.5 by
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 48130eb to release/v0.34.0-preview.3-pr-22665 to patch
+  version v0.34.0-preview.3 and create version 0.34.0-preview.4 by
   @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#20086](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20086)
-- fix(patch): cherry-pick 261788c to release/v0.30.0-preview.0-pr-19453 to patch
-  version v0.30.0-preview.0 and create version 0.30.0-preview.1 by
+  [#22719](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/22719)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 24adacd to release/v0.34.0-preview.2-pr-22332 to patch
+  version v0.34.0-preview.2 and create version 0.34.0-preview.3 by
   @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#19490](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19490)
-- feat(ux): added text wrapping capabilities to markdown tables by @devr0306 in
-  [#18240](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18240)
-- Revert "fix(mcp): ensure MCP transport is closed to prevent memory leaks" by
-  @skeshive in [#18771](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18771)
-- chore(release): bump version to 0.30.0-nightly.20260210.a2174751d by
+  [#22391](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/22391)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 8432bce to release/v0.34.0-preview.1-pr-22069 to patch
+  version v0.34.0-preview.1 and create version 0.34.0-preview.2 by
   @gemini-cli-robot in
-  [#18772](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18772)
-- chore: cleanup unused and add unlisted dependencies in packages/core by
-  @adamfweidman in
-  [#18762](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18762)
-- chore(core): update activate_skill prompt verbiage to be more direct by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18605](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18605)
-- Add autoconfigure memory usage setting to the dialog by @jacob314 in
-  [#18510](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18510)
-- fix(core): prevent race condition in policy persistence by @braddux in
-  [#18506](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18506)
-- fix(evals): prevent false positive in hierarchical memory test by
-  @Abhijit-2592 in
-  [#18777](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18777)
-- test(evals): mark all `save_memory` evals as `USUALLY_PASSES` due to
-  unreliability by @jerop in
-  [#18786](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18786)
-- feat(cli): add setting to hide shortcuts hint UI by @LyalinDotCom in
-  [#18562](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18562)
-- feat(core): formalize 5-phase sequential planning workflow by @jerop in
-  [#18759](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18759)
-- Introduce limits for search results. by @gundermanc in
-  [#18767](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18767)
-- fix(cli): allow closing debug console after auto-open via flicker by
-  @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18795](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18795)
-- feat(masking): enable tool output masking by default by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18564](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18564)
-- perf(ui): optimize table rendering by memoizing styled characters by @devr0306
-  in [#18770](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18770)
-- feat: multi-line text answers in ask-user tool by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18741](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18741)
-- perf(cli): truncate large debug logs and limit message history by @mattKorwel
-  in [#18663](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18663)
-- fix(core): complete MCP discovery when configured servers are skipped by
-  @LyalinDotCom in
-  [#18586](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18586)
-- fix(core): cache CLI version to ensure consistency during sessions by
-  @sehoon38 in [#18793](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18793)
-- fix(cli): resolve double rendering in shpool and address vscode lint warnings
-  by @braddux in
-  [#18704](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18704)
-- feat(plan): document and validate Plan Mode policy overrides by @jerop in
-  [#18825](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18825)
-- Fix pressing any key to exit select mode. by @jacob314 in
-  [#18421](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18421)
-- fix(cli): update F12 behavior to only open drawer if browser fails by
-  @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18829](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18829)
-- feat(plan): allow skills to be enabled in plan mode by @Adib234 in
-  [#18817](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18817)
-- docs(plan): add documentation for plan mode tools by @jerop in
-  [#18827](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18827)
-- Remove experimental note in extension settings docs by @chrstnb in
-  [#18822](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18822)
-- Update prompt and grep tool definition to limit context size by @gundermanc in
-  [#18780](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18780)
-- docs(plan): add `ask_user` tool documentation by @jerop in
-  [#18830](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18830)
-- Revert unintended credentials exposure by @Adib234 in
-  [#18840](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18840)
-- feat(core): update internal utility models to Gemini 3 by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18773](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18773)
-- feat(a2a): add value-resolver for auth credential resolution by @adamfweidman
-  in [#18653](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18653)
-- Removed getPlainTextLength by @devr0306 in
-  [#18848](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18848)
-- More grep prompt tweaks by @gundermanc in
-  [#18846](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18846)
-- refactor(cli): Reactive useSettingsStore hook by @psinha40898 in
-  [#14915](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/14915)
-- fix(mcp): Ensure that stdio MCP server execution has the `GEMINI_CLI=1` env
-  variable populated. by @richieforeman in
-  [#18832](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18832)
-- fix(core): improve headless mode detection for flags and query args by @galz10
-  in [#18855](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18855)
-- refactor(cli): simplify UI and remove legacy inline tool confirmation logic by
-  @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18566](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18566)
-- feat(cli): deprecate --allowed-tools and excludeTools in favor of policy
-  engine by @Abhijit-2592 in
-  [#18508](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18508)
-- fix(workflows): improve maintainer detection for automated PR actions by
-  @bdmorgan in [#18869](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18869)
-- refactor(cli): consolidate useToolScheduler and delete legacy implementation
-  by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18567](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18567)
-- Update changelog for v0.28.0 and v0.29.0-preview0 by @g-samroberts in
-  [#18819](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18819)
-- fix(core): ensure sub-agents are registered regardless of tools.allowed by
-  @mattKorwel in
-  [#18870](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18870)
-- Show notification when there's a conflict with an extensions command by
-  @chrstnb in [#17890](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17890)
-- fix(cli): dismiss '?' shortcuts help on hotkeys and active states by
-  @LyalinDotCom in
-  [#18583](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18583)
-- fix(core): prioritize conditional policy rules and harden Plan Mode by
-  @Abhijit-2592 in
-  [#18882](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18882)
-- feat(core): refine Plan Mode system prompt for agentic execution by
-  @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18799](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18799)
-- feat(plan): create metrics for usage of `AskUser` tool by @Adib234 in
-  [#18820](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18820)
-- feat(cli): support Ctrl-Z suspension by @scidomino in
-  [#18931](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18931)
-- fix(github-actions): use robot PAT for release creation to trigger release
-  notes by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18794](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18794)
-- feat: add strict seatbelt profiles and remove unusable closed profiles by
-  @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18876](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18876)
-- chore: cleanup unused and add unlisted dependencies in packages/a2a-server by
-  @adamfweidman in
-  [#18916](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18916)
-- fix(plan): isolate plan files per session by @Adib234 in
-  [#18757](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18757)
-- fix: character truncation in raw markdown mode by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#18938](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18938)
-- feat(cli): prototype clean UI toggle and minimal-mode bleed-through by
-  @LyalinDotCom in
-  [#18683](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18683)
-- ui(polish) blend background color with theme by @jacob314 in
-  [#18802](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18802)
-- Add generic searchable list to back settings and extensions by @chrstnb in
-  [#18838](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18838)
-- feat(ui): align `AskUser` color scheme with UX spec by @jerop in
-  [#18943](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18943)
-- Hide AskUser tool validation errors from UI (agent self-corrects) by @jerop in
-  [#18954](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18954)
-- bug(cli) fix flicker due to AppContainer continuous initialization by
-  @jacob314 in [#18958](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18958)
-- feat(admin): Add admin controls documentation by @skeshive in
-  [#18644](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18644)
-- feat(cli): disable ctrl-s shortcut outside of alternate buffer mode by
-  @jacob314 in [#18887](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18887)
-- fix(vim): vim support that feels (more) complete by @ppgranger in
-  [#18755](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18755)
-- feat(policy): add --policy flag for user defined policies by @allenhutchison
-  in [#18500](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18500)
-- Update installation guide by @g-samroberts in
-  [#18823](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18823)
-- refactor(core): centralize tool definitions (Group 1: replace, search, grep)
-  by @aishaneeshah in
-  [#18944](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18944)
-- refactor(cli): finalize event-driven transition and remove interaction bridge
-  by @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18569](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18569)
-- Fix drag and drop escaping by @scidomino in
-  [#18965](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18965)
-- feat(sdk): initial package bootstrap for SDK by @mbleigh in
-  [#18861](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18861)
-- feat(sdk): implements SessionContext for SDK tool calls by @mbleigh in
-  [#18862](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18862)
-- fix(plan): make question type required in AskUser tool by @Adib234 in
-  [#18959](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18959)
-- fix(core): ensure --yolo does not force headless mode by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18976](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18976)
-- refactor(core): adopt `CoreToolCallStatus` enum for type safety by @jerop in
-  [#18998](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18998)
-- Enable in-CLI extension management commands for team by @chrstnb in
-  [#18957](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18957)
-- Adjust lint rules to avoid unnecessary warning. by @scidomino in
-  [#18970](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18970)
-- fix(vscode): resolve unsafe type assertion lint errors by @ehedlund in
-  [#19006](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19006)
-- Remove unnecessary eslint config file by @scidomino in
-  [#19015](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19015)
-- fix(core): Prevent loop detection false positives on lists with long shared
-  prefixes by @SandyTao520 in
-  [#18975](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18975)
-- feat(core): fallback to chat-base when using unrecognized models for chat by
-  @SandyTao520 in
-  [#19016](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19016)
-- docs: fix inconsistent commandRegex example in policy engine by @NTaylorMullen
-  in [#19027](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19027)
-- fix(plan): persist the approval mode in UI even when agent is thinking by
-  @Adib234 in [#18955](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18955)
-- feat(sdk): Implement dynamic system instructions by @mbleigh in
-  [#18863](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18863)
-- Docs: Refresh docs to organize and standardize reference materials. by
-  @jkcinouye in [#18403](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18403)
-- fix windows escaping (and broken tests) by @scidomino in
-  [#19011](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19011)
-- refactor: use `CoreToolCallStatus` in the the history data model by @jerop in
-  [#19033](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19033)
-- feat(cleanup): enable 30-day session retention by default by @skeshive in
-  [#18854](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18854)
-- feat(plan): hide plan write and edit operations on plans in Plan Mode by
-  @jerop in [#19012](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19012)
-- bug(ui) fix flicker refreshing background color by @jacob314 in
-  [#19041](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19041)
-- chore: fix dep vulnerabilities by @scidomino in
-  [#19036](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19036)
-- Revamp automated changelog skill by @g-samroberts in
-  [#18974](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18974)
-- feat(sdk): implement support for custom skills by @mbleigh in
-  [#19031](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19031)
-- refactor(core): complete centralization of core tool definitions by
+  [#22205](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/22205)
+- fix(patch): cherry-pick 45faf4d to release/v0.34.0-preview.0-pr-22148
+  [CONFLICTS] by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#22174](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/22174)
+- feat(cli): add chat resume footer on session quit by @lordshashank in
+  [#20667](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20667)
+- Support bold and other styles in svg snapshots by @jacob314 in
+  [#20937](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20937)
+- fix(core): increase A2A agent timeout to 30 minutes by @adamfweidman in
+  [#21028](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21028)
+- Cleanup old branches. by @jacob314 in
+  [#19354](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19354)
+- chore(release): bump version to 0.34.0-nightly.20260303.34f0c1538 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21034](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21034)
+- feat(ui): standardize semantic focus colors and enhance history visibility by
+  @keithguerin in
+  [#20745](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20745)
+- fix: merge duplicate imports in packages/core (3/4) by @Nixxx19 in
+  [#20928](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20928)
+- Add extra safety checks for proto pollution by @jacob314 in
+  [#20396](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20396)
+- feat(core): Add tracker CRUD tools & visualization by @anj-s in
+  [#19489](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19489)
+- Revert "fix(ui): persist expansion in AskUser dialog when navigating options"
+  by @jacob314 in
+  [#21042](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21042)
+- Changelog for v0.33.0-preview.0 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21030](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21030)
+- fix: model persistence for all scenarios by @sripasg in
+  [#21051](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21051)
+- chore/release: bump version to 0.34.0-nightly.20260304.28af4e127 by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21054](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21054)
+- Consistently guard restarts against concurrent auto updates by @scidomino in
+  [#21016](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21016)
+- Defensive coding to reduce the risk of Maximum update depth errors by
+  @jacob314 in [#20940](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20940)
+- fix(cli): Polish shell autocomplete rendering to be a little more shell native
+  feeling. by @jacob314 in
+  [#20931](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20931)
+- Docs: Update plan mode docs by @jkcinouye in
+  [#19682](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19682)
+- fix(mcp): Notifications/tools/list_changed support not working by @jacob314 in
+  [#21050](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21050)
+- fix(cli): register extension lifecycle events in DebugProfiler by
+  @fayerman-source in
+  [#20101](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20101)
+- chore(dev): update vscode settings for typescriptreact by @rohit-4321 in
+  [#19907](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19907)
+- fix(cli): enable multi-arch docker builds for sandbox by @ru-aish in
+  [#19821](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19821)
+- Changelog for v0.32.0 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21033](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21033)
+- Changelog for v0.33.0-preview.1 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21058](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21058)
+- feat(core): improve @scripts/copy_files.js autocomplete to prioritize
+  filenames by @sehoon38 in
+  [#21064](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21064)
+- feat(sandbox): add experimental LXC container sandbox support by @h30s in
+  [#20735](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20735)
+- feat(evals): add overall pass rate row to eval nightly summary table by
+  @gundermanc in
+  [#20905](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20905)
+- feat(telemetry): include language in telemetry and fix accepted lines
+  computation by @gundermanc in
+  [#21126](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21126)
+- Changelog for v0.32.1 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21055](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21055)
+- feat(core): add robustness tests, logging, and metrics for CodeAssistServer
+  SSE parsing by @yunaseoul in
+  [#21013](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21013)
+- feat: add issue assignee workflow by @kartikangiras in
+  [#21003](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21003)
+- fix: improve error message when OAuth succeeds but project ID is required by
+  @Nixxx19 in [#21070](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21070)
+- feat(loop-reduction): implement iterative loop detection and model feedback by
   @aishaneeshah in
-  [#18991](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18991)
-- feat: add /commands reload to refresh custom TOML commands by @korade-krushna
-  in [#19078](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19078)
-- fix(cli): wrap terminal capability queries in hidden sequence by @srithreepo
-  in [#19080](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19080)
-- fix(workflows): fix GitHub App token permissions for maintainer detection by
-  @bdmorgan in [#19139](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19139)
-- test: fix hook integration test flakiness on Windows CI by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18665](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18665)
-- fix(core): Encourage non-interactive flags for scaffolding commands by
+  [#20763](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20763)
+- chore(github): require prompt approvers for agent prompt files by @gundermanc
+  in [#20896](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20896)
+- Docs: Create tools reference by @jkcinouye in
+  [#19470](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19470)
+- fix(core, a2a-server): prevent hang during OAuth in non-interactive sessions
+  by @spencer426 in
+  [#21045](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21045)
+- chore(cli): enable deprecated settings removal by default by @yashodipmore in
+  [#20682](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20682)
+- feat(core): Disable fast ack helper for hints. by @joshualitt in
+  [#21011](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21011)
+- fix(ui): suppress redundant failure note when tool error note is shown by
   @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#18804](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18804)
-- fix(core): propagate User-Agent header to setup-phase CodeAssist API calls by
-  @gsquared94 in
-  [#19182](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19182)
-- docs: document .agents/skills alias and discovery precedence by @kevmoo in
-  [#19166](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19166)
-- feat(cli): add loading state to new agents notification by @sehoon38 in
-  [#19190](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19190)
-- Add base branch to workflow. by @g-samroberts in
-  [#19189](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19189)
-- feat(cli): handle invalid model names in useQuotaAndFallback by @sehoon38 in
-  [#19222](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19222)
-- docs: custom themes in extensions by @jackwotherspoon in
-  [#19219](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19219)
-- Disable workspace settings when starting GCLI in the home directory. by
-  @kevinjwang1 in
-  [#19034](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19034)
-- feat(cli): refactor model command to support set and manage subcommands by
-  @sehoon38 in [#19221](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19221)
-- Add refresh/reload aliases to slash command subcommands by @korade-krushna in
-  [#19218](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19218)
-- refactor: consolidate development rules and add cli guidelines by @jacob314 in
-  [#19214](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19214)
-- chore(ui): remove outdated tip about model routing by @sehoon38 in
-  [#19226](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19226)
-- feat(core): support custom reasoning models by default by @NTaylorMullen in
-  [#19227](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19227)
-- Add Solarized Dark and Solarized Light themes by @rmedranollamas in
-  [#19064](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19064)
-- fix(telemetry): replace JSON.stringify with safeJsonStringify in file
-  exporters by @gsquared94 in
-  [#19244](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19244)
-- feat(telemetry): add keychain availability and token storage metrics by
+  [#21078](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21078)
+- docs: document planning workflows with Conductor example by @jerop in
+  [#21166](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21166)
+- feat(release): ship esbuild bundle in npm package by @genneth in
+  [#19171](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19171)
+- fix(extensions): preserve symlinks in extension source path while enforcing
+  folder trust by @galz10 in
+  [#20867](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20867)
+- fix(cli): defer tool exclusions to policy engine in non-interactive mode by
+  @EricRahm in [#20639](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20639)
+- fix(ui): removed double padding on rendered content by @devr0306 in
+  [#21029](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21029)
+- fix(core): truncate excessively long lines in grep search output by
+  @gundermanc in
+  [#21147](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21147)
+- feat: add custom footer configuration via `/footer` by @jackwotherspoon in
+  [#19001](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19001)
+- perf(core): fix OOM crash in long-running sessions by @WizardsForgeGames in
+  [#19608](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19608)
+- refactor(cli): categorize built-in themes into dark/ and light/ directories by
+  @JayadityaGit in
+  [#18634](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18634)
+- fix(core): explicitly allow codebase_investigator and cli_help in read-only
+  mode by @Adib234 in
+  [#21157](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21157)
+- test: add browser agent integration tests by @kunal-10-cloud in
+  [#21151](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21151)
+- fix(cli): fix enabling kitty codes on Windows Terminal by @scidomino in
+  [#21136](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21136)
+- refactor(core): extract shared OAuth flow primitives from MCPOAuthProvider by
+  @SandyTao520 in
+  [#20895](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20895)
+- fix(ui): add partial output to cancelled shell UI by @devr0306 in
+  [#21178](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21178)
+- fix(cli): replace hardcoded keybinding strings with dynamic formatters by
+  @scidomino in [#21159](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21159)
+- DOCS: Update quota and pricing page by @g-samroberts in
+  [#21194](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21194)
+- feat(telemetry): implement Clearcut logging for startup statistics by
+  @yunaseoul in [#21172](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21172)
+- feat(triage): add area/documentation to issue triage by @g-samroberts in
+  [#21222](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21222)
+- Fix so shell calls are formatted by @jacob314 in
+  [#21237](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21237)
+- feat(cli): add native gVisor (runsc) sandboxing support by @Zheyuan-Lin in
+  [#21062](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21062)
+- docs: use absolute paths for internal links in plan-mode.md by @jerop in
+  [#21299](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21299)
+- fix(core): prevent unhandled AbortError crash during stream loop detection by
+  @7hokerz in [#21123](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21123)
+- fix:reorder env var redaction checks to scan values first by @kartikangiras in
+  [#21059](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21059)
+- fix(acp): rename --experimental-acp to --acp & remove Zed-specific refrences
+  by @skeshive in
+  [#21171](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21171)
+- feat(core): fallback to 2.5 models with no access for toolcalls by @sehoon38
+  in [#21283](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21283)
+- test(core): improve testing for API request/response parsing by @sehoon38 in
+  [#21227](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21227)
+- docs(links): update docs-writer skill and fix broken link by @g-samroberts in
+  [#21314](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21314)
+- Fix code colorizer ansi escape bug. by @jacob314 in
+  [#21321](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21321)
+- remove wildcard behavior on keybindings by @scidomino in
+  [#21315](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21315)
+- feat(acp): Add support for AI Gateway auth by @skeshive in
+  [#21305](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21305)
+- fix(theme): improve theme color contrast for macOS Terminal.app by @clocky in
+  [#21175](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21175)
+- feat (core): Implement tracker related SI changes by @anj-s in
+  [#19964](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19964)
+- Changelog for v0.33.0-preview.2 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21333](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21333)
+- Changelog for v0.33.0-preview.3 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21347](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21347)
+- docs: format release times as HH:MM UTC by @pavan-sh in
+  [#20726](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20726)
+- fix(cli): implement --all flag for extensions uninstall by @sehoon38 in
+  [#21319](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21319)
+- docs: fix incorrect relative links to command reference by @kanywst in
+  [#20964](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20964)
+- documentiong ensures ripgrep by @Jatin24062005 in
+  [#21298](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21298)
+- fix(core): handle AbortError thrown during processTurn by @MumuTW in
+  [#21296](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21296)
+- docs(cli): clarify ! command output visibility in shell commands tutorial by
+  @MohammedADev in
+  [#21041](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21041)
+- fix: logic for task tracker strategy and remove tracker tools by @anj-s in
+  [#21355](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21355)
+- fix(partUtils): display media type and size for inline data parts by @Aboudjem
+  in [#21358](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21358)
+- Fix(accessibility): add screen reader support to RewindViewer by @Famous077 in
+  [#20750](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20750)
+- fix(hooks): propagate stopHookActive in AfterAgent retry path (#20426) by
+  @Aarchi-07 in [#20439](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20439)
+- fix(core): deduplicate GEMINI.md files by device/inode on case-insensitive
+  filesystems (#19904) by @Nixxx19 in
+  [#19915](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19915)
+- feat(core): add concurrency safety guidance for subagent delegation (#17753)
+  by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#21278](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21278)
+- feat(ui): dynamically generate all keybinding hints by @scidomino in
+  [#21346](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21346)
+- feat(core): implement unified KeychainService and migrate token storage by
+  @ehedlund in [#21344](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21344)
+- fix(cli): gracefully handle --resume when no sessions exist by @SandyTao520 in
+  [#21429](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21429)
+- fix(plan): keep approved plan during chat compression by @ruomengz in
+  [#21284](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21284)
+- feat(core): implement generic CacheService and optimize setupUser by @sehoon38
+  in [#21374](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21374)
+- Update quota and pricing documentation with subscription tiers by @srithreepo
+  in [#21351](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21351)
+- fix(core): append correct OTLP paths for HTTP exporters by
+  @sebastien-prudhomme in
+  [#16836](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/16836)
+- Changelog for v0.33.0-preview.4 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21354](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21354)
+- feat(cli): implement dot-prefixing for slash command conflicts by @ehedlund in
+  [#20979](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20979)
+- refactor(core): standardize MCP tool naming to mcp\_ FQN format by
   @abhipatel12 in
-  [#18971](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18971)
-- feat(cli): update approval mode cycle order by @jerop in
-  [#19254](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19254)
-- refactor(cli): code review cleanup fix for tab+tab by @jacob314 in
-  [#18967](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18967)
-- feat(plan): support project exploration without planning when in plan mode by
-  @Adib234 in [#18992](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18992)
-- feat: add role-specific statistics to telemetry and UI (cont. #15234) by
-  @yunaseoul in [#18824](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18824)
-- feat(cli): remove Plan Mode from rotation when actively working by @jerop in
-  [#19262](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19262)
-- Fix side breakage where anchors don't work in slugs. by @g-samroberts in
-  [#19261](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19261)
-- feat(config): add setting to make directory tree context configurable by
-  @kevin-ramdass in
-  [#19053](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19053)
-- fix(acp): Wait for mcp initialization in acp (#18893) by @Mervap in
-  [#18894](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18894)
-- docs: format UTC times in releases doc by @pavan-sh in
-  [#18169](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18169)
-- Docs: Clarify extensions documentation. by @jkcinouye in
-  [#19277](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19277)
-- refactor(core): modularize tool definitions by model family by @aishaneeshah
-  in [#19269](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19269)
-- fix(paths): Add cross-platform path normalization by @spencer426 in
-  [#18939](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18939)
-- feat(core): experimental in-progress steering hints (1 of 3) by @joshualitt in
-  [#19008](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19008)
+  [#21425](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21425)
+- feat(cli): hide gemma settings from display and mark as experimental by
+  @abhipatel12 in
+  [#21471](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21471)
+- feat(skills): refine string-reviewer guidelines and description by @clocky in
+  [#20368](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20368)
+- fix(core): whitelist TERM and COLORTERM in environment sanitization by
+  @deadsmash07 in
+  [#20514](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20514)
+- fix(billing): fix overage strategy lifecycle and settings integration by
+  @gsquared94 in
+  [#21236](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21236)
+- fix: expand paste placeholders in TextInput on submit by @Jefftree in
+  [#19946](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/19946)
+- fix(core): add in-memory cache to ChatRecordingService to prevent OOM by
+  @SandyTao520 in
+  [#21502](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21502)
+- feat(cli): overhaul thinking UI by @keithguerin in
+  [#18725](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/18725)
+- fix(ui): unify Ctrl+O expansion hint experience across buffer modes by
+  @jwhelangoog in
+  [#21474](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21474)
+- fix(cli): correct shell height reporting by @jacob314 in
+  [#21492](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21492)
+- Make test suite pass when the GEMINI_SYSTEM_MD env variable or
+  GEMINI_WRITE_SYSTEM_MD variable happens to be set locally/ by @jacob314 in
+  [#21480](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21480)
+- Disallow underspecified types by @gundermanc in
+  [#21485](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21485)
+- refactor(cli): standardize on 'reload' verb for all components by @keithguerin
+  in [#20654](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20654)
+- feat(cli): Invert quota language to 'percent used' by @keithguerin in
+  [#20100](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20100)
+- Docs: Add documentation for notifications (experimental)(macOS) by @jkcinouye
+  in [#21163](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21163)
+- Code review comments as a pr by @jacob314 in
+  [#21209](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21209)
+- feat(cli): unify /chat and /resume command UX by @LyalinDotCom in
+  [#20256](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20256)
+- docs: fix typo 'allowslisted' -> 'allowlisted' in mcp-server.md by
+  @Gyanranjan-Priyam in
+  [#21665](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21665)
+- fix(core): display actual graph output in tracker_visualize tool by @anj-s in
+  [#21455](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21455)
+- fix(core): sanitize SSE-corrupted JSON and domain strings in error
+  classification by @gsquared94 in
+  [#21702](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21702)
+- Docs: Make documentation links relative by @diodesign in
+  [#21490](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21490)
+- feat(cli): expose /tools desc as explicit subcommand for discoverability by
+  @aworki in [#21241](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21241)
+- feat(cli): add /compact alias for /compress command by @jackwotherspoon in
+  [#21711](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21711)
+- feat(plan): enable Plan Mode by default by @jerop in
+  [#21713](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21713)
+- feat(core): Introduce `AgentLoopContext`. by @joshualitt in
+  [#21198](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21198)
+- fix(core): resolve symlinks for non-existent paths during validation by
+  @Adib234 in [#21487](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21487)
+- docs: document tool exclusion from memory via deny policy by @Abhijit-2592 in
+  [#21428](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21428)
+- perf(core): cache loadApiKey to reduce redundant keychain access by @sehoon38
+  in [#21520](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21520)
+- feat(cli): implement /upgrade command by @sehoon38 in
+  [#21511](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21511)
+- Feat/browser agent progress emission by @kunal-10-cloud in
+  [#21218](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21218)
+- fix(settings): display objects as JSON instead of [object Object] by
+  @Zheyuan-Lin in
+  [#21458](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21458)
+- Unmarshall update by @DavidAPierce in
+  [#21721](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21721)
+- Update mcp's list function to check for disablement. by @DavidAPierce in
+  [#21148](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21148)
+- robustness(core): static checks to validate history is immutable by @jacob314
+  in [#21228](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21228)
+- refactor(cli): better react patterns for BaseSettingsDialog by @psinha40898 in
+  [#21206](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21206)
+- feat(security): implement robust IP validation and safeFetch foundation by
+  @alisa-alisa in
+  [#21401](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21401)
+- feat(core): improve subagent result display by @joshualitt in
+  [#20378](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20378)
+- docs: fix broken markdown syntax and anchor links in /tools by @campox747 in
+  [#20902](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20902)
+- feat(policy): support subagent-specific policies in TOML by @akh64bit in
+  [#21431](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21431)
+- Add script to speed up reviewing PRs adding a worktree. by @jacob314 in
+  [#21748](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21748)
+- fix(core): prevent infinite recursion in symlink resolution by @Adib234 in
+  [#21750](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21750)
+- fix(docs): fix headless mode docs by @ame2en in
+  [#21287](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21287)
+- feat/redesign header compact by @jacob314 in
+  [#20922](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20922)
+- refactor: migrate to useKeyMatchers hook by @scidomino in
+  [#21753](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21753)
+- perf(cli): cache loadSettings to reduce redundant disk I/O at startup by
+  @sehoon38 in [#21521](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21521)
+- fix(core): resolve Windows line ending and path separation bugs across CLI by
+  @muhammadusman586 in
+  [#21068](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21068)
+- docs: fix heading formatting in commands.md and phrasing in tools-api.md by
+  @campox747 in [#20679](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20679)
+- refactor(ui): unify keybinding infrastructure and support string
+  initialization by @scidomino in
+  [#21776](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21776)
+- Add support for updating extension sources and names by @chrstnb in
+  [#21715](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21715)
+- fix(core): handle GUI editor non-zero exit codes gracefully by @reyyanxahmed
+  in [#20376](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20376)
+- fix(core): destroy PTY on kill() and exception to prevent fd leak by @nbardy
+  in [#21693](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21693)
+- fix(docs): update theme screenshots and add missing themes by @ashmod in
+  [#20689](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20689)
+- refactor(cli): rename 'return' key to 'enter' internally by @scidomino in
+  [#21796](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21796)
+- build(release): restrict npm bundling to non-stable tags by @sehoon38 in
+  [#21821](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21821)
+- fix(core): override toolRegistry property for sub-agent schedulers by
+  @gsquared94 in
+  [#21766](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21766)
+- fix(cli): make footer items equally spaced by @jacob314 in
+  [#21843](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21843)
+- docs: clarify global policy rules application in plan mode by @jerop in
+  [#21864](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21864)
+- fix(core): ensure correct flash model steering in plan mode implementation
+  phase by @jerop in
+  [#21871](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21871)
+- fix(core): update @a2a-js/sdk to 0.3.11 by @adamfweidman in
+  [#21875](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21875)
+- refactor(core): improve API response error logging when retry by @yunaseoul in
+  [#21784](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21784)
+- fix(ui): handle headless execution in credits and upgrade dialogs by
+  @gsquared94 in
+  [#21850](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21850)
+- fix(core): treat retryable errors with >5 min delay as terminal quota errors
+  by @gsquared94 in
+  [#21881](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21881)
+- feat(telemetry): add specific PR, issue, and custom tracking IDs for GitHub
+  Actions by @cocosheng-g in
+  [#21129](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21129)
+- feat(core): add OAuth2 Authorization Code auth provider for A2A agents by
+  @SandyTao520 in
+  [#21496](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21496)
+- feat(cli): give visibility to /tools list command in the TUI and follow the
+  subcommand pattern of other commands by @JayadityaGit in
+  [#21213](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21213)
+- Handle dirty worktrees better and warn about running scripts/review.sh on
+  untrusted code. by @jacob314 in
+  [#21791](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21791)
+- feat(policy): support auto-add to policy by default and scoped persistence by
+  @spencer426 in
+  [#20361](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20361)
+- fix(core): handle AbortError when ESC cancels tool execution by @PrasannaPal21
+  in [#20863](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20863)
+- fix(release): Improve Patch Release Workflow Comments: Clearer Approval
+  Guidance by @jerop in
+  [#21894](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21894)
+- docs: clarify telemetry setup and comprehensive data map by @jerop in
+  [#21879](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21879)
+- feat(core): add per-model token usage to stream-json output by @yongruilin in
+  [#21839](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21839)
+- docs: remove experimental badge from plan mode in sidebar by @jerop in
+  [#21906](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21906)
+- fix(cli): prevent race condition in loop detection retry by @skyvanguard in
+  [#17916](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/17916)
+- Add behavioral evals for tracker by @anj-s in
+  [#20069](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20069)
+- fix(auth): update terminology to 'sign in' and 'sign out' by @clocky in
+  [#20892](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20892)
+- docs(mcp): standardize mcp tool fqn documentation by @abhipatel12 in
+  [#21664](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21664)
+- fix(ui): prevent empty tool-group border stubs after filtering by @Aaxhirrr in
+  [#21852](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21852)
+- make command names consistent by @scidomino in
+  [#21907](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21907)
+- refactor: remove agent_card_requires_auth config flag by @adamfweidman in
+  [#21914](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21914)
+- feat(a2a): implement standardized normalization and streaming reassembly by
+  @alisa-alisa in
+  [#21402](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21402)
+- feat(cli): enable skill activation via slash commands by @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#21758](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21758)
+- docs(cli): mention per-model token usage in stream-json result event by
+  @yongruilin in
+  [#21908](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21908)
+- fix(plan): prevent plan truncation in approval dialog by supporting
+  unconstrained heights by @Adib234 in
+  [#21037](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21037)
+- feat(a2a): switch from callback-based to event-driven tool scheduler by
+  @cocosheng-g in
+  [#21467](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21467)
+- feat(voice): implement speech-friendly response formatter by @Solventerritory
+  in [#20989](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20989)
+- feat: add pulsating blue border automation overlay to browser agent by
+  @kunal-10-cloud in
+  [#21173](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21173)
+- Add extensionRegistryURI setting to change where the registry is read from by
+  @kevinjwang1 in
+  [#20463](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20463)
+- fix: patch gaxios v7 Array.toString() stream corruption by @gsquared94 in
+  [#21884](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21884)
+- fix: prevent hangs in non-interactive mode and improve agent guidance by
+  @cocosheng-g in
+  [#20893](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20893)
+- Add ExtensionDetails dialog and support install by @chrstnb in
+  [#20845](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20845)
+- chore/release: bump version to 0.34.0-nightly.20260310.4653b126f by
+  @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21816](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21816)
+- Changelog for v0.33.0-preview.13 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21927](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21927)
+- fix(cli): stabilize prompt layout to prevent jumping when typing by
+  @NTaylorMullen in
+  [#21081](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21081)
+- fix: preserve prompt text when cancelling streaming by @Nixxx19 in
+  [#21103](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21103)
+- fix: robust UX for remote agent errors by @Shyam-Raghuwanshi in
+  [#20307](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/20307)
+- feat: implement background process logging and cleanup by @galz10 in
+  [#21189](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21189)
+- Changelog for v0.33.0-preview.14 by @gemini-cli-robot in
+  [#21938](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/pull/21938)
 
-**Full changelog**:
-https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.29.0-preview.5...v0.30.0-preview.5
+**Full Changelog**:
+https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/compare/v0.33.0-preview.15...v0.34.0-preview.4

docs/cli/cli-reference.md

@@ -5,24 +5,40 @@ and parameters.
 
 ## CLI commands
 
-| Command                            | Description                        | Example                                             |
-| ---------------------------------- | ---------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------- |
-| `gemini`                           | Start interactive REPL             | `gemini`                                            |
-| `gemini "query"`                   | Query non-interactively, then exit | `gemini "explain this project"`                     |
-| `cat file \| gemini`               | Process piped content              | `cat logs.txt \| gemini`                            |
-| `gemini -i "query"`                | Execute and continue interactively | `gemini -i "What is the purpose of this project?"`  |
-| `gemini -r "latest"`               | Continue most recent session       | `gemini -r "latest"`                                |
-| `gemini -r "latest" "query"`       | Continue session with a new prompt | `gemini -r "latest" "Check for type errors"`        |
-| `gemini -r "<session-id>" "query"` | Resume session by ID               | `gemini -r "abc123" "Finish this PR"`               |
-| `gemini update`                    | Update to latest version           | `gemini update`                                     |
-| `gemini extensions`                | Manage extensions                  | See [Extensions Management](#extensions-management) |
-| `gemini mcp`                       | Configure MCP servers              | See [MCP Server Management](#mcp-server-management) |
+| Command                            | Description                        | Example                                                      |
+| ---------------------------------- | ---------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------ |
+| `gemini`                           | Start interactive REPL             | `gemini`                                                     |
+| `gemini -p "query"`                | Query non-interactively            | `gemini -p "summarize README.md"`                            |
+| `gemini "query"`                   | Query and continue interactively   | `gemini "explain this project"`                              |
+| `cat file \| gemini`               | Process piped content              | `cat logs.txt \| gemini`<br>`Get-Content logs.txt \| gemini` |
+| `gemini -i "query"`                | Execute and continue interactively | `gemini -i "What is the purpose of this project?"`           |
+| `gemini -r "latest"`               | Continue most recent session       | `gemini -r "latest"`                                         |
+| `gemini -r "latest" "query"`       | Continue session with a new prompt | `gemini -r "latest" "Check for type errors"`                 |
+| `gemini -r "<session-id>" "query"` | Resume session by ID               | `gemini -r "abc123" "Finish this PR"`                        |
+| `gemini update`                    | Update to latest version           | `gemini update`                                              |
+| `gemini extensions`                | Manage extensions                  | See [Extensions Management](#extensions-management)          |
+| `gemini mcp`                       | Configure MCP servers              | See [MCP Server Management](#mcp-server-management)          |
 
 ### Positional arguments
 
-| Argument | Type              | Description                                                                                                        |
-| -------- | ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
-| `query`  | string (variadic) | Positional prompt. Defaults to one-shot mode. Use `-i/--prompt-interactive` to execute and continue interactively. |
+| Argument | Type              | Description                                                                                                |
+| -------- | ----------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
+| `query`  | string (variadic) | Positional prompt. Defaults to interactive mode in a TTY. Use `-p/--prompt` for non-interactive execution. |
+
+## Interactive commands
+
+These commands are available within the interactive REPL.
+
+| Command              | Description                              |
+| -------------------- | ---------------------------------------- |
+| `/skills reload`     | Reload discovered skills from disk       |
+| `/agents reload`     | Reload the agent registry                |
+| `/commands reload`   | Reload custom slash commands             |
+| `/memory reload`     | Reload context files (e.g., `GEMINI.md`) |
+| `/mcp reload`        | Restart and reload MCP servers           |
+| `/extensions reload` | Reload all active extensions             |
+| `/help`              | Show help for all commands               |
+| `/quit`              | Exit the interactive session             |
 
 ## CLI Options
 
@@ -32,7 +48,7 @@ and parameters.
 | `--version`                      | `-v`  | -       | -         | Show CLI version number and exit                                                                                                                                       |
 | `--help`                         | `-h`  | -       | -         | Show help information                                                                                                                                                  |
 | `--model`                        | `-m`  | string  | `auto`    | Model to use. See [Model Selection](#model-selection) for available values.                                                                                            |
-| `--prompt`                       | `-p`  | string  | -         | Prompt text. Appended to stdin input if provided. **Deprecated:** Use positional arguments instead.                                                                    |
+| `--prompt`                       | `-p`  | string  | -         | Prompt text. Appended to stdin input if provided. Forces non-interactive mode.                                                                                         |
 | `--prompt-interactive`           | `-i`  | string  | -         | Execute prompt and continue in interactive mode                                                                                                                        |
 | `--sandbox`                      | `-s`  | boolean | `false`   | Run in a sandboxed environment for safer execution                                                                                                                     |
 | `--approval-mode`                | -     | string  | `default` | Approval mode for tool execution. Choices: `default`, `auto_edit`, `yolo`                                                                                              |

docs/cli/custom-commands.md

@@ -278,11 +278,20 @@ Let's create a global command that asks the model to refactor a piece of code.
 First, ensure the user commands directory exists, then create a `refactor`
 subdirectory for organization and the final TOML file.
 
+**macOS/Linux**
+
 ```bash
 mkdir -p ~/.gemini/commands/refactor
 touch ~/.gemini/commands/refactor/pure.toml
 ```
 
+**Windows (PowerShell)**
+
+```powershell
+New-Item -ItemType Directory -Force -Path "$env:USERPROFILE\.gemini\commands\refactor"
+New-Item -ItemType File -Force -Path "$env:USERPROFILE\.gemini\commands\refactor\pure.toml"
+```
+
 **2. Add the content to the file:**
 
 Open `~/.gemini/commands/refactor/pure.toml` in your editor and add the

docs/cli/enterprise.md

@@ -203,6 +203,15 @@ with the actual Gemini CLI process, which inherits the environment variable.
 This makes it significantly more difficult for a user to bypass the enforced
 settings.
 
+**PowerShell Profile (Windows alternative):**
+
+On Windows, administrators can achieve similar results by adding the environment
+variable to the system-wide or user-specific PowerShell profile:
+
+```powershell
+Add-Content -Path $PROFILE -Value '$env:GEMINI_CLI_SYSTEM_SETTINGS_PATH="C:\ProgramData\gemini-cli\settings.json"'
+```
+
 ## User isolation in shared environments
 
 In shared compute environments (like ML experiment runners or shared build
@@ -214,18 +223,28 @@ use the `GEMINI_CLI_HOME` environment variable to point to a unique directory
 for a specific user or job. The CLI will create a `.gemini` folder inside the
 specified path.
 
+**macOS/Linux**
+
 ```bash
 # Isolate state for a specific job
 export GEMINI_CLI_HOME="/tmp/gemini-job-123"
 gemini
 ```
 
+**Windows (PowerShell)**
+
+```powershell
+# Isolate state for a specific job
+$env:GEMINI_CLI_HOME="C:\temp\gemini-job-123"
+gemini
+```
+
 ## Restricting tool access
 
 You can significantly enhance security by controlling which tools the Gemini
 model can use. This is achieved through the `tools.core` setting and the
 [Policy Engine](../reference/policy-engine.md). For a list of available tools,
-see the [Tools documentation](../tools/index.md).
+see the [Tools reference](../reference/tools.md).
 
 ### Allowlisting with `coreTools`
 
@@ -289,8 +308,8 @@ unintended tool execution.
 ## Managing custom tools (MCP servers)
 
 If your organization uses custom tools via
-[Model-Context Protocol (MCP) servers](../reference/tools-api.md), it is crucial
-to understand how server configurations are managed to apply security policies
+[Model-Context Protocol (MCP) servers](../tools/mcp-server.md), it is crucial to
+understand how server configurations are managed to apply security policies
 effectively.
 
 ### How MCP server configurations are merged

docs/cli/gemini-md.md

@@ -63,7 +63,7 @@ You can interact with the loaded context files by using the `/memory` command.
 - **`/memory show`**: Displays the full, concatenated content of the current
   hierarchical memory. This lets you inspect the exact instructional context
   being provided to the model.
-- **`/memory refresh`**: Forces a re-scan and reload of all `GEMINI.md` files
+- **`/memory reload`**: Forces a re-scan and reload of all `GEMINI.md` files
   from all configured locations.
 - **`/memory add <text>`**: Appends your text to your global
   `~/.gemini/GEMINI.md` file. This lets you add persistent memories on the fly.

docs/cli/headless.md

@@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ structured text or JSON output without an interactive terminal UI.
 ## Technical reference
 
 Headless mode is triggered when the CLI is run in a non-TTY environment or when
-providing a query as a positional argument without the interactive flag.
+providing a query with the `-p` (or `--prompt`) flag.
 
 ### Output formats
 
@@ -31,7 +31,8 @@ Returns a stream of newline-delimited JSON (JSONL) events.
   - `tool_use`: Tool call requests with arguments.
   - `tool_result`: Output from executed tools.
   - `error`: Non-fatal warnings and system errors.
-  - `result`: Final outcome with aggregated statistics.
+  - `result`: Final outcome with aggregated statistics and per-model token usage
+    breakdowns.
 
 ## Exit codes
 

docs/cli/model-routing.md

@@ -26,6 +26,20 @@ policies.
     the CLI will use an available fallback model for the current turn or the
     remainder of the session.
 
+### Local Model Routing (Experimental)
+
+Gemini CLI supports using a local model for routing decisions. When configured,
+Gemini CLI will use a locally-running **Gemma** model to make routing decisions
+(instead of sending routing decisions to a hosted model). This feature can help
+reduce costs associated with hosted model usage while offering similar routing
+decision latency and quality.
+
+In order to use this feature, the local Gemma model **must** be served behind a
+Gemini API and accessible via HTTP at an endpoint configured in `settings.json`.
+
+For more details on how to configure local model routing, see
+[Local Model Routing](../core/local-model-routing.md).
+
 ### Model selection precedence
 
 The model used by Gemini CLI is determined by the following order of precedence:
@@ -38,5 +52,8 @@ The model used by Gemini CLI is determined by the following order of precedence:
 3.  **`model.name` in `settings.json`:** If neither of the above are set, the
     model specified in the `model.name` property of your `settings.json` file
     will be used.
-4.  **Default model:** If none of the above are set, the default model will be
+4.  **Local model (experimental):** If the Gemma local model router is enabled
+    in your `settings.json` file, the CLI will use the local Gemma model
+    (instead of Gemini models) to route the request to an appropriate model.
+5.  **Default model:** If none of the above are set, the default model will be
     used. The default model is `auto`

docs/cli/model-steering.md

@@ -0,0 +1,79 @@
+# Model steering (experimental)
+
+Model steering lets you provide real-time guidance and feedback to Gemini CLI
+while it is actively executing a task. This lets you correct course, add missing
+context, or skip unnecessary steps without having to stop and restart the agent.
+
+> **Note:** This is a preview feature under active development. Preview features
+> may only be available in the **Preview** channel or may need to be enabled
+> under `/settings`.
+
+Model steering is particularly useful during complex [Plan Mode](./plan-mode.md)
+workflows or long-running subagent executions where you want to ensure the agent
+stays on the right track.
+
+## Enabling model steering
+
+Model steering is an experimental feature and is disabled by default. You can
+enable it using the `/settings` command or by updating your `settings.json`
+file.
+
+1.  Type `/settings` in the Gemini CLI.
+2.  Search for **Model Steering**.
+3.  Set the value to **true**.
+
+Alternatively, add the following to your `settings.json`:
+
+```json
+{
+  "experimental": {
+    "modelSteering": true
+  }
+}
+```
+
+## Using model steering
+
+When model steering is enabled, Gemini CLI treats any text you type while the
+agent is working as a steering hint.
+
+1.  Start a task (for example, "Refactor the database service").
+2.  While the agent is working (the spinner is visible), type your feedback in
+    the input box.
+3.  Press **Enter**.
+
+Gemini CLI acknowledges your hint with a brief message and injects it directly
+into the model's context for the very next turn. The model then re-evaluates its
+current plan and adjusts its actions accordingly.
+
+### Common use cases
+
+You can use steering hints to guide the model in several ways:
+
+- **Correcting a path:** "Actually, the utilities are in `src/common/utils`."
+- **Skipping a step:** "Skip the unit tests for now and just focus on the
+  implementation."
+- **Adding context:** "The `User` type is defined in `packages/core/types.ts`."
+- **Redirecting the effort:** "Stop searching the codebase and start drafting
+  the plan now."
+- **Handling ambiguity:** "Use the existing `Logger` class instead of creating a
+  new one."
+
+## How it works
+
+When you submit a steering hint, Gemini CLI performs the following actions:
+
+1.  **Immediate acknowledgment:** It uses a small, fast model to generate a
+    one-sentence acknowledgment so you know your hint was received.
+2.  **Context injection:** It prepends an internal instruction to your hint that
+    tells the main agent to:
+    - Re-evaluate the active plan.
+    - Classify the update (for example, as a new task or extra context).
+    - Apply minimal-diff changes to affected tasks.
+3.  **Real-time update:** The hint is delivered to the agent at the beginning of
+    its next turn, ensuring the most immediate course correction possible.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Tackle complex tasks with [Plan Mode](./plan-mode.md).
+- Build custom [Agent Skills](./skills.md).

docs/cli/model.md

@@ -19,24 +19,15 @@ Use the following command in Gemini CLI:
 
 Running this command will open a dialog with your options:
 
-| Option            | Description                                                    | Models                                                                 |
-| ----------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| Auto (Gemini 3)   | Let the system choose the best Gemini 3 model for your task.   | gemini-3-pro-preview (if enabled), gemini-3-flash-preview (if enabled) |
-| Auto (Gemini 2.5) | Let the system choose the best Gemini 2.5 model for your task. | gemini-2.5-pro, gemini-2.5-flash                                       |
-| Manual            | Select a specific model.                                       | Any available model.                                                   |
+| Option            | Description                                                    | Models                                       |
+| ----------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------- |
+| Auto (Gemini 3)   | Let the system choose the best Gemini 3 model for your task.   | gemini-3-pro-preview, gemini-3-flash-preview |
+| Auto (Gemini 2.5) | Let the system choose the best Gemini 2.5 model for your task. | gemini-2.5-pro, gemini-2.5-flash             |
+| Manual            | Select a specific model.                                       | Any available model.                         |
 
 We recommend selecting one of the above **Auto** options. However, you can
 select **Manual** to select a specific model from those available.
 
-### Gemini 3 and preview features
-
-> **Note:** Gemini 3 is not currently available on all account types. To learn
-> more about Gemini 3 access, refer to
-> [Gemini 3 on Gemini CLI](../get-started/gemini-3.md).
-
-To enable Gemini 3 Pro and Gemini 3 Flash (if available), enable
-[**Preview Features** by using the `settings` command](../cli/settings.md).
-
 You can also use the `--model` flag to specify a particular Gemini model on
 startup. For more details, refer to the
 [configuration documentation](../reference/configuration.md).

docs/cli/notifications.md

@@ -0,0 +1,58 @@
+# Notifications (experimental)
+
+Gemini CLI can send system notifications to alert you when a session completes
+or when it needs your attention, such as when it's waiting for you to approve a
+tool call.
+
+> **Note:** This is a preview feature currently under active development.
+> Preview features may be available on the **Preview** channel or may need to be
+> enabled under `/settings`.
+
+Notifications are particularly useful when running long-running tasks or using
+[Plan Mode](./plan-mode.md), letting you switch to other windows while Gemini
+CLI works in the background.
+
+## Requirements
+
+Currently, system notifications are only supported on macOS.
+
+### Terminal support
+
+The CLI uses the OSC 9 terminal escape sequence to trigger system notifications.
+This is supported by several modern terminal emulators. If your terminal does
+not support OSC 9 notifications, Gemini CLI falls back to a system alert sound
+to get your attention.
+
+## Enable notifications
+
+Notifications are disabled by default. You can enable them using the `/settings`
+command or by updating your `settings.json` file.
+
+1.  Open the settings dialog by typing `/settings` in an interactive session.
+2.  Navigate to the **General** category.
+3.  Toggle the **Enable Notifications** setting to **On**.
+
+Alternatively, add the following to your `settings.json`:
+
+```json
+{
+  "general": {
+    "enableNotifications": true
+  }
+}
+```
+
+## Types of notifications
+
+Gemini CLI sends notifications for the following events:
+
+- **Action required:** Triggered when the model is waiting for user input or
+  tool approval. This helps you know when the CLI has paused and needs you to
+  intervene.
+- **Session complete:** Triggered when a session finishes successfully. This is
+  useful for tracking the completion of automated tasks.
+
+## Next steps
+
+- Start planning with [Plan Mode](./plan-mode.md).
+- Configure your experience with other [settings](./settings.md).

docs/cli/plan-mode.md

@@ -1,72 +1,40 @@
-# Plan Mode (experimental)
+# Plan Mode
 
 Plan Mode is a read-only environment for architecting robust solutions before
-implementation. It allows you to:
+implementation. With Plan Mode, you can:
 
 - **Research:** Explore the project in a read-only state to prevent accidental
   changes.
 - **Design:** Understand problems, evaluate trade-offs, and choose a solution.
 - **Plan:** Align on an execution strategy before any code is modified.
 
-> **Note:** This is a preview feature currently under active development. Your
-> feedback is invaluable as we refine this feature. If you have ideas,
-> suggestions, or encounter issues:
->
-> - [Open an issue](https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/issues) on
->   GitHub.
-> - Use the **/bug** command within Gemini CLI to file an issue.
+Plan Mode is enabled by default. You can manage this setting using the
+`/settings` command.
 
-- [Enabling Plan Mode](#enabling-plan-mode)
-- [How to use Plan Mode](#how-to-use-plan-mode)
-  - [Entering Plan Mode](#entering-plan-mode)
-  - [Planning Workflow](#planning-workflow)
-  - [Exiting Plan Mode](#exiting-plan-mode)
-- [Tool Restrictions](#tool-restrictions)
-  - [Customizing Planning with Skills](#customizing-planning-with-skills)
-  - [Customizing Policies](#customizing-policies)
-    - [Example: Allow git commands in Plan Mode](#example-allow-git-commands-in-plan-mode)
-    - [Example: Enable research subagents in Plan Mode](#example-enable-research-subagents-in-plan-mode)
-  - [Custom Plan Directory and Policies](#custom-plan-directory-and-policies)
-- [Automatic Model Routing](#automatic-model-routing)
+## How to enter Plan Mode
 
-## Enabling Plan Mode
+Plan Mode integrates seamlessly into your workflow, letting you switch between
+planning and execution as needed.
 
-To use Plan Mode, enable it via **/settings** (search for **Plan**) or add the
-following to your `settings.json`:
+You can either configure Gemini CLI to start in Plan Mode by default or enter
+Plan Mode manually during a session.
 
-```json
-{
-  "experimental": {
-    "plan": true
-  }
-}
-```
+### Launch in Plan Mode
 
-## How to use Plan Mode
+To start Gemini CLI directly in Plan Mode by default:
 
-### Entering Plan Mode
+1.  Use the `/settings` command.
+2.  Set **Default Approval Mode** to `Plan`.
 
-You can configure Gemini CLI to start in Plan Mode by default or enter it
-manually during a session.
+To launch Gemini CLI in Plan Mode once:
 
-- **Configuration:** Configure Gemini CLI to start directly in Plan Mode by
-  default:
-  1.  Type `/settings` in the CLI.
-  2.  Search for **Default Approval Mode**.
-  3.  Set the value to **Plan**.
+1. Use `gemini --approval-mode=plan` when launching Gemini CLI.
 
-  Alternatively, use the `gemini --approval-mode=plan` CLI flag or manually
-  update:
+### Enter Plan Mode manually
 
-  ```json
-  {
-    "general": {
-      "defaultApprovalMode": "plan"
-    }
-  }
-  ```
+To start Plan Mode while using Gemini CLI:
 
-- **Keyboard Shortcut:** Press `Shift+Tab` to cycle through approval modes
+- **Keyboard shortcut:** Press `Shift+Tab` to cycle through approval modes
   (`Default` -> `Auto-Edit` -> `Plan`).
 
   > **Note:** Plan Mode is automatically removed from the rotation when Gemini
@@ -74,36 +42,72 @@ manually during a session.
 
 - **Command:** Type `/plan` in the input box.
 
-- **Natural Language:** Ask Gemini CLI to "start a plan for...". Gemini CLI then
-  calls the [`enter_plan_mode`] tool to switch modes.
-  > **Note:** This tool is not available when Gemini CLI is in [YOLO mode].
+- **Natural Language:** Ask Gemini CLI to "start a plan for...". Gemini CLI
+  calls the
+  [`enter_plan_mode`](../tools/planning.md#1-enter_plan_mode-enterplanmode) tool
+  to switch modes.
+  > **Note:** This tool is not available when Gemini CLI is in
+  > [YOLO mode](../reference/configuration.md#command-line-arguments).
 
-### Planning Workflow
+## How to use Plan Mode
 
-1.  **Explore & Analyze:** Analyze requirements and use read-only tools to map
-    the codebase and validate assumptions. For complex tasks, identify at least
-    two viable implementation approaches.
-2.  **Consult:** Present a summary of the identified approaches via [`ask_user`]
-    to obtain a selection. For simple or canonical tasks, this step may be
-    skipped.
-3.  **Draft:** Once an approach is selected, write a detailed implementation
-    plan to the plans directory.
-4.  **Review & Approval:** Use the [`exit_plan_mode`] tool to present the plan
-    and formally request approval.
-    - **Approve:** Exit Plan Mode and start implementation.
-    - **Iterate:** Provide feedback to refine the plan.
+Plan Mode lets you collaborate with Gemini CLI to design a solution before
+Gemini CLI takes action.
+
+1.  **Provide a goal:** Start by describing what you want to achieve. Gemini CLI
+    will then enter Plan Mode (if it's not already) to research the task.
+2.  **Review research and provide input:** As Gemini CLI analyzes your codebase,
+    it may ask you questions or present different implementation options using
+    [`ask_user`](../tools/ask-user.md). Provide your preferences to help guide
+    the design.
+3.  **Review the plan:** Once Gemini CLI has a proposed strategy, it creates a
+    detailed implementation plan as a Markdown file in your plans directory.
+    - **View:** You can open and read this file to understand the proposed
+      changes.
+    - **Edit:** Press `Ctrl+X` to open the plan directly in your configured
+      external editor.
+
+4.  **Approve or iterate:** Gemini CLI will present the finalized plan for your
+    approval.
+    - **Approve:** If you're satisfied with the plan, approve it to start the
+      implementation immediately: **Yes, automatically accept edits** or **Yes,
+      manually accept edits**.
+    - **Iterate:** If the plan needs adjustments, provide feedback in the input
+      box or [edit the plan file directly](#collaborative-plan-editing). Gemini
+      CLI will refine the strategy and update the plan.
+    - **Cancel:** You can cancel your plan with `Esc`.
 
 For more complex or specialized planning tasks, you can
-[customize the planning workflow with skills](#customizing-planning-with-skills).
+[customize the planning workflow with skills](#custom-planning-with-skills).
 
-### Exiting Plan Mode
+### Collaborative plan editing
 
-To exit Plan Mode, you can:
+You can collaborate with Gemini CLI by making direct changes or leaving comments
+in the implementation plan. This is often faster and more precise than
+describing complex changes in natural language.
 
-- **Keyboard Shortcut:** Press `Shift+Tab` to cycle to the desired mode.
+1.  **Open the plan:** Press `Ctrl+X` when Gemini CLI presents a plan for
+    review.
+2.  **Edit or comment:** The plan opens in your configured external editor (for
+    example, VS Code or Vim). You can:
+    - **Modify steps:** Directly reorder, delete, or rewrite implementation
+      steps.
+    - **Leave comments:** Add inline questions or feedback (for example, "Wait,
+      shouldn't we use the existing `Logger` class here?").
+3.  **Save and close:** Save your changes and close the editor.
+4.  **Review and refine:** Gemini CLI automatically detects the changes, reviews
+    your comments, and adjusts the implementation strategy. It then presents the
+    refined plan for your final approval.
 
-- **Tool:** Gemini CLI calls the [`exit_plan_mode`] tool to present the
-  finalized plan for your approval.
+## How to exit Plan Mode
+
+You can exit Plan Mode at any time, whether you have finalized a plan or want to
+switch back to another mode.
+
+- **Approve a plan:** When Gemini CLI presents a finalized plan, approving it
+  automatically exits Plan Mode and starts the implementation.
+- **Keyboard shortcut:** Press `Shift+Tab` to cycle to the desired mode.
+- **Natural language:** Ask Gemini CLI to "exit plan mode" or "stop planning."
 
 ## Tool Restrictions
 
@@ -111,23 +115,40 @@ Plan Mode enforces strict safety policies to prevent accidental changes.
 
 These are the only allowed tools:
 
-- **FileSystem (Read):** [`read_file`], [`list_directory`], [`glob`]
-- **Search:** [`grep_search`], [`google_web_search`]
-- **Interaction:** [`ask_user`]
-- **MCP Tools (Read):** Read-only [MCP tools] (e.g., `github_read_issue`,
-  `postgres_read_schema`) are allowed.
-- **Planning (Write):** [`write_file`] and [`replace`] only allowed for `.md`
+- **FileSystem (Read):**
+  [`read_file`](../tools/file-system.md#2-read_file-readfile),
+  [`list_directory`](../tools/file-system.md#1-list_directory-readfolder),
+  [`glob`](../tools/file-system.md#4-glob-findfiles)
+- **Search:** [`grep_search`](../tools/file-system.md#5-grep_search-searchtext),
+  [`google_web_search`](../tools/web-search.md),
+  [`get_internal_docs`](../tools/internal-docs.md)
+- **Research Subagents:**
+  [`codebase_investigator`](../core/subagents.md#codebase-investigator),
+  [`cli_help`](../core/subagents.md#cli-help-agent)
+- **Interaction:** [`ask_user`](../tools/ask-user.md)
+- **MCP tools (Read):** Read-only [MCP tools](../tools/mcp-server.md) (for
+  example, `github_read_issue`, `postgres_read_schema`) are allowed.
+- **Planning (Write):**
+  [`write_file`](../tools/file-system.md#3-write_file-writefile) and
+  [`replace`](../tools/file-system.md#6-replace-edit) only allowed for `.md`
   files in the `~/.gemini/tmp/<project>/<session-id>/plans/` directory or your
   [custom plans directory](#custom-plan-directory-and-policies).
-- **Skills:** [`activate_skill`] (allows loading specialized instructions and
-  resources in a read-only manner)
+- **Memory:** [`save_memory`](../tools/memory.md)
+- **Skills:** [`activate_skill`](../cli/skills.md) (allows loading specialized
+  instructions and resources in a read-only manner)
 
-### Customizing Planning with Skills
+## Customization and best practices
 
-You can use [Agent Skills](./skills.md) to customize how Gemini CLI approaches
-planning for specific types of tasks. When a skill is activated during Plan
-Mode, its specialized instructions and procedural workflows will guide the
-research, design and planning phases.
+Plan Mode is secure by default, but you can adapt it to fit your specific
+workflows. You can customize how Gemini CLI plans by using skills, adjusting
+safety policies, changing where plans are stored, or adding hooks.
+
+### Custom planning with skills
+
+You can use [Agent Skills](../cli/skills.md) to customize how Gemini CLI
+approaches planning for specific types of tasks. When a skill is activated
+during Plan Mode, its specialized instructions and procedural workflows will
+guide the research, design, and planning phases.
 
 For example:
 
@@ -142,12 +163,34 @@ To use a skill in Plan Mode, you can explicitly ask Gemini CLI to "use the
 `<skill-name>` skill to plan..." or Gemini CLI may autonomously activate it
 based on the task description.
 
-### Customizing Policies
+### Custom policies
 
-Plan Mode's default tool restrictions are managed by the [policy engine] and
-defined in the built-in [`plan.toml`] file. The built-in policy (Tier 1)
-enforces the read-only state, but you can customize these rules by creating your
-own policies in your `~/.gemini/policies/` directory (Tier 2).
+Plan Mode's default tool restrictions are managed by the
+[policy engine](../reference/policy-engine.md) and defined in the built-in
+[`plan.toml`] file. The built-in policy (Tier 1) enforces the read-only state,
+but you can customize these rules by creating your own policies in your
+`~/.gemini/policies/` directory (Tier 2).
+
+#### Global vs. mode-specific rules
+
+As described in the
+[policy engine documentation](../reference/policy-engine.md#approval-modes), any
+rule that does not explicitly specify `modes` is considered "always active" and
+will apply to Plan Mode as well.
+
+If you want a rule to apply to other modes but _not_ to Plan Mode, you must
+explicitly specify the target modes. For example, to allow `npm test` in default
+and Auto-Edit modes but not in Plan Mode:
+
+```toml
+[[rule]]
+toolName = "run_shell_command"
+commandPrefix = "npm test"
+decision = "allow"
+priority = 100
+# By omitting "plan", this rule will not be active in Plan Mode.
+modes = ["default", "autoEdit"]
+```
 
 #### Example: Automatically approve read-only MCP tools
 
@@ -166,10 +209,13 @@ priority = 100
 modes = ["plan"]
 ```
 
+For more information on how the policy engine works, see the
+[policy engine](../reference/policy-engine.md) docs.
+
 #### Example: Allow git commands in Plan Mode
 
-This rule allows you to check the repository status and see changes while in
-Plan Mode.
+This rule lets you check the repository status and see changes while in Plan
+Mode.
 
 `~/.gemini/policies/git-research.toml`
 
@@ -182,16 +228,20 @@ priority = 100
 modes = ["plan"]
 ```
 
-#### Example: Enable research subagents in Plan Mode
+#### Example: Enable custom subagents in Plan Mode
 
-You can enable experimental research [subagents] like `codebase_investigator` to
-help gather architecture details during the planning phase.
+Built-in research [subagents](../core/subagents.md) like
+[`codebase_investigator`](../core/subagents.md#codebase-investigator) and
+[`cli_help`](../core/subagents.md#cli-help-agent) are enabled by default in Plan
+Mode. You can enable additional
+[custom subagents](../core/subagents.md#creating-custom-subagents) by adding a
+rule to your policy.
 
 `~/.gemini/policies/research-subagents.toml`
 
 ```toml
 [[rule]]
-toolName = "codebase_investigator"
+toolName = "my_custom_subagent"
 decision = "allow"
 priority = 100
 modes = ["plan"]
@@ -200,10 +250,7 @@ modes = ["plan"]
 Tell Gemini CLI it can use these tools in your prompt, for example: _"You can
 check ongoing changes in git."_
 
-For more information on how the policy engine works, see the [policy engine]
-docs.
-
-### Custom Plan Directory and Policies
+### Custom plan directory and policies
 
 By default, planning artifacts are stored in a managed temporary directory
 outside your project: `~/.gemini/tmp/<project>/<session-id>/plans/`.
@@ -227,10 +274,11 @@ locations defined within a project's workspace cannot be used to escape and
 overwrite sensitive files elsewhere. Any user-configured directory must reside
 within the project boundary.
 
-Using a custom directory requires updating your [policy engine] configurations
-to allow `write_file` and `replace` in that specific location. For example, to
-allow writing to the `.gemini/plans` directory within your project, create a
-policy file at `~/.gemini/policies/plan-custom-directory.toml`:
+Using a custom directory requires updating your
+[policy engine](../reference/policy-engine.md) configurations to allow
+`write_file` and `replace` in that specific location. For example, to allow
+writing to the `.gemini/plans` directory within your project, create a policy
+file at `~/.gemini/policies/plan-custom-directory.toml`:
 
 ```toml
 [[rule]]
@@ -243,10 +291,134 @@ modes = ["plan"]
 argsPattern = "\"file_path\":\"[^\"]+[\\\\/]+\\.gemini[\\\\/]+plans[\\\\/]+[\\w-]+\\.md\""
 ```
 
+### Using hooks with Plan Mode
+
+You can use the [hook system](../hooks/writing-hooks.md) to automate parts of
+the planning workflow or enforce additional checks when Gemini CLI transitions
+into or out of Plan Mode.
+
+Hooks such as `BeforeTool` or `AfterTool` can be configured to intercept the
+`enter_plan_mode` and `exit_plan_mode` tool calls.
+
+> [!WARNING] When hooks are triggered by **tool executions**, they do **not**
+> run when you manually toggle Plan Mode using the `/plan` command or the
+> `Shift+Tab` keyboard shortcut. If you need hooks to execute on mode changes,
+> ensure the transition is initiated by the agent (e.g., by asking "start a plan
+> for...").
+
+#### Example: Archive approved plans to GCS (`AfterTool`)
+
+If your organizational policy requires a record of all execution plans, you can
+use an `AfterTool` hook to securely copy the plan artifact to Google Cloud
+Storage whenever Gemini CLI exits Plan Mode to start the implementation.
+
+**`.gemini/hooks/archive-plan.sh`:**
+
+```bash
+#!/usr/bin/env bash
+# Extract the plan path from the tool input JSON
+plan_path=$(jq -r '.tool_input.plan_path // empty')
+
+if [ -f "$plan_path" ]; then
+  # Generate a unique filename using a timestamp
+  filename="$(date +%s)_$(basename "$plan_path")"
+
+  # Upload the plan to GCS in the background so it doesn't block the CLI
+  gsutil cp "$plan_path" "gs://my-audit-bucket/gemini-plans/$filename" > /dev/null 2>&1 &
+fi
+
+# AfterTool hooks should generally allow the flow to continue
+echo '{"decision": "allow"}'
+```
+
+To register this `AfterTool` hook, add it to your `settings.json`:
+
+```json
+{
+  "hooks": {
+    "AfterTool": [
+      {
+        "matcher": "exit_plan_mode",
+        "hooks": [
+          {
+            "name": "archive-plan",
+            "type": "command",
+            "command": "./.gemini/hooks/archive-plan.sh"
+          }
+        ]
+      }
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+## Commands
+
+- **`/plan copy`**: Copy the currently approved plan to your clipboard.
+
+## Planning workflows
+
+Plan Mode provides building blocks for structured research and design. These are
+implemented as [extensions](../extensions/index.md) using core planning tools
+like [`enter_plan_mode`](../tools/planning.md#1-enter_plan_mode-enterplanmode),
+[`exit_plan_mode`](../tools/planning.md#2-exit_plan_mode-exitplanmode), and
+[`ask_user`](../tools/ask-user.md).
+
+### Built-in planning workflow
+
+The built-in planner uses an adaptive workflow to analyze your project, consult
+you on trade-offs via [`ask_user`](../tools/ask-user.md), and draft a plan for
+your approval.
+
+### Custom planning workflows
+
+You can install or create specialized planners to suit your workflow.
+
+#### Conductor
+
+[Conductor] is designed for spec-driven development. It organizes work into
+"tracks" and stores persistent artifacts in your project's `conductor/`
+directory:
+
+- **Automate transitions:** Switches to read-only mode via
+  [`enter_plan_mode`](../tools/planning.md#1-enter_plan_mode-enterplanmode).
+- **Streamline decisions:** Uses [`ask_user`](../tools/ask-user.md) for
+  architectural choices.
+- **Maintain project context:** Stores artifacts in the project directory using
+  [custom plan directory and policies](#custom-plan-directory-and-policies).
+- **Handoff execution:** Transitions to implementation via
+  [`exit_plan_mode`](../tools/planning.md#2-exit_plan_mode-exitplanmode).
+
+#### Build your own
+
+Since Plan Mode is built on modular building blocks, you can develop your own
+custom planning workflow as an [extensions](../extensions/index.md). By
+leveraging core tools and [custom policies](#custom-policies), you can define
+how Gemini CLI researches and stores plans for your specific domain.
+
+To build a custom planning workflow, you can use:
+
+- **Tool usage:** Use core tools like
+  [`enter_plan_mode`](../tools/planning.md#1-enter_plan_mode-enterplanmode),
+  [`ask_user`](../tools/ask-user.md), and
+  [`exit_plan_mode`](../tools/planning.md#2-exit_plan_mode-exitplanmode) to
+  manage the research and design process.
+- **Customization:** Set your own storage locations and policy rules using
+  [custom plan directories](#custom-plan-directory-and-policies) and
+  [custom policies](#custom-policies).
+
+> **Note:** Use [Conductor] as a reference when building your own custom
+> planning workflow.
+
+By using Plan Mode as its execution environment, your custom methodology can
+enforce read-only safety during the design phase while benefiting from
+high-reasoning model routing.
+
 ## Automatic Model Routing
 
-When using an [**auto model**], Gemini CLI automatically optimizes [**model
-routing**] based on the current phase of your task:
+When using an [auto model](../reference/configuration.md#model), Gemini CLI
+automatically optimizes [model routing](../cli/telemetry.md#model-routing) based
+on the current phase of your task:
 
 1.  **Planning Phase:** While in Plan Mode, the CLI routes requests to a
     high-reasoning **Pro** model to ensure robust architectural decisions and
@@ -269,22 +441,26 @@ performance. You can disable this automatic switching in your settings:
 }
 ```
 
-[`list_directory`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#1-list_directory-readfolder
-[`read_file`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#2-read_file-readfile
-[`grep_search`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#5-grep_search-searchtext
-[`write_file`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#3-write_file-writefile
-[`glob`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#4-glob-findfiles
-[`google_web_search`]: /docs/tools/web-search.md
-[`replace`]: /docs/tools/file-system.md#6-replace-edit
-[MCP tools]: /docs/tools/mcp-server.md
-[`activate_skill`]: /docs/cli/skills.md
-[subagents]: /docs/core/subagents.md
-[policy engine]: /docs/reference/policy-engine.md
-[`enter_plan_mode`]: /docs/tools/planning.md#1-enter_plan_mode-enterplanmode
-[`exit_plan_mode`]: /docs/tools/planning.md#2-exit_plan_mode-exitplanmode
-[`ask_user`]: /docs/tools/ask-user.md
-[YOLO mode]: /docs/reference/configuration.md#command-line-arguments
+## Cleanup
+
+By default, Gemini CLI automatically cleans up old session data, including all
+associated plan files and task trackers.
+
+- **Default behavior:** Sessions (and their plans) are retained for **30 days**.
+- **Configuration:** You can customize this behavior via the `/settings` command
+  (search for **Session Retention**) or in your `settings.json` file. See
+  [session retention](../cli/session-management.md#session-retention) for more
+  details.
+
+Manual deletion also removes all associated artifacts:
+
+- **Command Line:** Use `gemini --delete-session <index|id>`.
+- **Session Browser:** Press `/resume`, navigate to a session, and press `x`.
+
+If you use a [custom plans directory](#custom-plan-directory-and-policies),
+those files are not automatically deleted and must be managed manually.
+
 [`plan.toml`]:
   https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/blob/main/packages/core/src/policy/policies/plan.toml
-[auto model]: /docs/reference/configuration.md#model-settings
-[model routing]: /docs/cli/telemetry.md#model-routing
+[Conductor]: https://github.com/gemini-cli-extensions/conductor
+[open an issue]: https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli/issues

docs/cli/sandbox.md

@@ -50,17 +50,100 @@ Cross-platform sandboxing with complete process isolation.
 **Note**: Requires building the sandbox image locally or using a published image
 from your organization's registry.
 
+### 3. gVisor / runsc (Linux only)
+
+Strongest isolation available: runs containers inside a user-space kernel via
+[gVisor](https://github.com/google/gvisor). gVisor intercepts all container
+system calls and handles them in a sandboxed kernel written in Go, providing a
+strong security barrier between AI operations and the host OS.
+
+**Prerequisites:**
+
+- Linux (gVisor supports Linux only)
+- Docker installed and running
+- gVisor/runsc runtime configured
+
+When you set `sandbox: "runsc"`, Gemini CLI runs
+`docker run --runtime=runsc ...` to execute containers with gVisor isolation.
+runsc is not auto-detected; you must specify it explicitly (e.g.
+`GEMINI_SANDBOX=runsc` or `sandbox: "runsc"`).
+
+To set up runsc:
+
+1.  Install the runsc binary.
+2.  Configure the Docker daemon to use the runsc runtime.
+3.  Verify the installation.
+
+### 4. LXC/LXD (Linux only, experimental)
+
+Full-system container sandboxing using LXC/LXD. Unlike Docker/Podman, LXC
+containers run a complete Linux system with `systemd`, `snapd`, and other system
+services. This is ideal for tools that don't work in standard Docker containers,
+such as Snapcraft and Rockcraft.
+
+**Prerequisites**:
+
+- Linux only.
+- LXC/LXD must be installed (`snap install lxd` or `apt install lxd`).
+- A container must be created and running before starting Gemini CLI. Gemini
+  does **not** create the container automatically.
+
+**Quick setup**:
+
+```bash
+# Initialize LXD (first time only)
+lxd init --auto
+
+# Create and start an Ubuntu container
+lxc launch ubuntu:24.04 gemini-sandbox
+
+# Enable LXC sandboxing
+export GEMINI_SANDBOX=lxc
+gemini -p "build the project"
+```
+
+**Custom container name**:
+
+```bash
+export GEMINI_SANDBOX=lxc
+export GEMINI_SANDBOX_IMAGE=my-snapcraft-container
+gemini -p "build the snap"
+```
+
+**Limitations**:
+
+- Linux only (LXC is not available on macOS or Windows).
+- The container must already exist and be running.
+- The workspace directory is bind-mounted into the container at the same
+  absolute path — the path must be writable inside the container.
+- Used with tools like Snapcraft or Rockcraft that require a full system.
+
 ## Quickstart
 
 ```bash
 # Enable sandboxing with command flag
 gemini -s -p "analyze the code structure"
+```
 
-# Use environment variable
+**Use environment variable**
+
+**macOS/Linux**
+
+```bash
 export GEMINI_SANDBOX=true
 gemini -p "run the test suite"
+```
 
-# Configure in settings.json
+**Windows (PowerShell)**
+
+```powershell
+$env:GEMINI_SANDBOX="true"
+gemini -p "run the test suite"
+```
+
+**Configure in settings.json**
+
+```json
 {
   "tools": {
     "sandbox": "docker"
@@ -73,7 +156,8 @@ gemini -p "run the test suite"
 ### Enable sandboxing (in order of precedence)
 
 1. **Command flag**: `-s` or `--sandbox`
-2. **Environment variable**: `GEMINI_SANDBOX=true|docker|podman|sandbox-exec`
+2. **Environment variable**:
+   `GEMINI_SANDBOX=true|docker|podman|sandbox-exec|runsc|lxc`
 3. **Settings file**: `"sandbox": true` in the `tools` object of your
    `settings.json` file (e.g., `{"tools": {"sandbox": true}}`).
 
@@ -99,26 +183,51 @@ use cases.
 
 To disable SELinux labeling for volume mounts, you can set the following:
 
+**macOS/Linux**
+
 ```bash
 export SANDBOX_FLAGS="--security-opt label=disable"
 ```
 
+**Windows (PowerShell)**
+
+```powershell
+$env:SANDBOX_FLAGS="--security-opt label=disable"
+```
+
 Multiple flags can be provided as a space-separated string:
 
+**macOS/Linux**
+
 ```bash
 export SANDBOX_FLAGS="--flag1 --flag2=value"
 ```
 
+**Windows (PowerShell)**
+
+```powershell
+$env:SANDBOX_FLAGS="--flag1 --flag2=value"
+```
+
 ## Linux UID/GID handling
 
 The sandbox automatically handles user permissions on Linux. Override these
 permissions with:
 
+**macOS/Linux**
+
 ```bash
 export SANDBOX_SET_UID_GID=true   # Force host UID/GID
 export SANDBOX_SET_UID_GID=false  # Disable UID/GID mapping
 ```
 
+**Windows (PowerShell)**
+
+```powershell
+$env:SANDBOX_SET_UID_GID="true"   # Force host UID/GID
+$env:SANDBOX_SET_UID_GID="false"  # Disable UID/GID mapping
+```
+
 ## Troubleshooting
 
 ### Common issues