- name
- copy
- version
- 1.0.0
- description
- Copy operations reference — file duplication, rsync patterns, CoW, buffer strategies, and cross-platform sync. Use when duplicating files, syncing directories, or implementing copy-on-write.
- author
- BytesAgain
- homepage
- https://bytesagain.com
- source
- https://github.com/bytesagain/ai-skills
- tags
- [copy, file, rsync, sync, duplicate, backup, devtools]
- category
- devtools
Copy — File & Data Copy Operations Reference
Quick-reference skill for file copy strategies, rsync patterns, copy-on-write, and cross-platform synchronization.
When to Use
- Duplicating files or directory trees with specific filters
- Setting up rsync-based backups or mirrors
- Understanding copy-on-write (CoW) behavior
- Implementing efficient copy strategies for large datasets
- Troubleshooting copy failures and permission issues
Commands
intro
scripts/script.sh introOverview of copy operations — types, semantics, and platform differences.
rsync
scripts/script.sh rsyncRsync patterns — common flags, partial transfers, and include/exclude rules.
cow
scripts/script.sh cowCopy-on-Write (CoW) — reflinks, filesystem support, and when to use.
patterns
scripts/script.sh patternsCommon copy patterns — mirroring, incremental, differential, snapshot.
filters
scripts/script.sh filtersFile filtering techniques — by extension, date, size, and gitignore integration.
performance
scripts/script.sh performancePerformance optimization — buffer sizes, parallel copy, and I/O tuning.
errors
scripts/script.sh errorsCommon copy errors, permissions issues, and troubleshooting guide.
checklist
scripts/script.sh checklistPre-copy and post-copy verification checklist.
help
scripts/script.sh helpversion
scripts/script.sh versionConfiguration
| Variable | Description |
|---|---|
COPY_DIR | Data directory (default: ~/.copy/) |
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