beads

Track issues with git-backed persistence and four dependency types across sessions.

3|2|Updated Jan 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tysonthomas9/loomcli --skill beads-tysonthomas9
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: beads
Source: https://github.com/tysonthomas9/loomcli/tree/main/third_party/beads/claude-plugin/skills/beads
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tysonthomas9/loomcli --skill beads-tysonthomas9

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Beads provides persistent, git-backed issue tracking to coordinate multi-session work, preserving decisions, context, and dependencies across conversation compaction.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Graph-based dependency management (blocks, related, parent-child, discovered-from) that keeps work moving without losing context
  • Git-backed persistence across compaction to survive session boundaries and restarts
  • Clear integration points for advanced workflows (bd prime, Molecules, Wisps, and session handoffs) to orchestrate end-to-end projects
  • Maintainer-friendly resources and detailed workflow guidance to coordinate cross-skill collaboration

Quick Start

Describe the current work, then create a beads issue and begin tracking the immediate actions with TodoWrite for this session.

Frequently Asked Questions about beads

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I preserve task context across multiple conversation sessions after compaction?▼

To preserve task context across multiple conversation sessions after compaction, use git-backed issue tracking to store decisions, dependencies, and progress notes that survive session boundaries and restarts.

How do I track complex task dependencies in a multi-session workflow?▼

Track complex task dependencies in a multi-session workflow by enforcing four dependency types: blocks, related, parent-child, and discovered-from, ensuring work moves forward without losing context.

What is the best way to manage persistent issue tracking for AI conversations?▼

The best way to manage persistent issue tracking for AI conversations is applying git-backed persistence to maintain decisions and context, preventing knowledge loss during session compaction.

Does git-backed persistence work for coordinating cross-skill collaboration?▼

Yes, git-backed persistence works for coordinating cross-skill collaboration by providing integration points for advanced workflows and session handoffs to orchestrate end-to-end projects.

How do I start tracking immediate actions after creating an issue?▼

To start tracking immediate actions after creating an issue, describe the current work, create the issue, and begin tracking the immediate actions using a todo tool for that session.