Can't get out of 'recovery mode'

[jamescampagnola]

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When I open my codespace, I get an error window telling me that I'm in recovery mode. I've tried the rebuild command in the Github extension and that does nothing. I've also tried creating a new codespace but the new codespace doesn't show the new changes I've made in my local codespace in the browser. How do I sync my codespace with the copy in the repository?? Can someone help me please? I'm dead in the water. Thanks very much.

[samanshirdell]

Troubleshooting GitHub Codespaces Recovery Mode

If you encounter an error stating that you're in recovery mode when opening your GitHub Codespace and are having issues syncing changes, follow these steps to troubleshoot and resolve the situation.

Steps to Resolve Recovery Mode and Sync Changes

1. Exit Recovery Mode

• Look for an option in the UI to exit recovery mode or restart the environment.

2. Check Git Configuration

• Open the terminal in your Codespace and run:

  git remote -v

• Ensure that the output shows the correct URL for your GitHub repository.

3. Fetch and Pull Changes

• In your Codespace terminal, fetch the latest changes from the remote repository and merge them with your local branch:

  git fetch origin
  git pull origin main

• Replace `main` with the appropriate branch name if necessary.

4. Check Local Changes

• If you have changes in your local development environment (outside Codespaces), make sure those changes are committed and pushed to the repository:

  git add .
  git commit -m "Your commit message"
  git push origin main

5. Create a New Codespace

• If you're still having trouble, create a new Codespace, ensuring you pull from the latest changes in the repository.

6. Rebuild Codespace

• If the rebuild command in the GitHub extension didn’t work, try rebuilding again from the terminal:

  ./.devcontainer/docker-compose.yml

7. Check for Errors

• Review the terminal for any error messages during the pull or rebuild process and address any issues mentioned.

8. Verify Local Changes Are Pushed

• Ensure your local changes are pushed to the repository. Visit the GitHub repository in your browser to confirm the latest commits.

9. Sync with Remote

• After pushing your changes, go back to the Codespace and perform a pull to sync the latest state:

  git pull origin main

10. Contact Support

• If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to GitHub Support or checking the GitHub Community forums for specific help regarding Codespaces.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the recovery mode issue and ensure your Codespace is properly synced with your repository.