linear-issue-style

Enforce caveman-lite prose on Linear issue descriptions during creation and updates.

1|Updated Jun 3, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jaysoo/dot-ai-config --skill linear-issue-style
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Skill: linear-issue-style
Source: https://github.com/jaysoo/dot-ai-config/tree/main/dot_gemini/skills/linear-issue-style
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaysoo/dot-ai-config --skill linear-issue-style

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Enforce caveman-lite prose on Linear issue descriptions written or updated via the Linear MCP tools. Descriptions must be succinct: no filler, no hedging, no marketing recap. Keep articles and full sentences; drop everything else. Applies to ALL Linear issue create/update operations — no user keyword required. Triggers automatically when about to call:

  • mcp__gemini_ai_Linear__save_issue
  • mcp__gemini_ai_Linear__create_comment (if comment is issue-description-like) Also triggers on phrases like "make this Linear issue shorter", "caveman-lite the issue", "trim the description".

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces caveman-lite prose on all Linear issue descriptions to improve clarity and conciseness.
  • Hooks into Linear MCP workflows and phrase triggers to ensure description quality without requiring user intervention.
  • Provides a consistent, machine-enforceable style that streamlines issue communication across teams.

Quick Start

Apply caveman-lite prose to the current Linear issue description during creation or update.

Frequently Asked Questions about linear-issue-style

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I enforce concise writing style on Linear issue descriptions?▼

This Skill automatically applies caveman-lite prose to descriptions whenever you create or update Linear issues via MCP tools, ensuring descriptions are succinct without requiring a specific user keyword.

Does the style enforcement trigger automatically when saving a Linear issue?▼

Yes, the style enforcement triggers automatically across all Linear issue create and update workflows, including automated MCP calls and manual edits, without needing a specific user keyword.

What is caveman-lite prose for issue tracking communication?▼

It enforces a machine-checkable style that eliminates unnecessary text, keeping articles and full sentences while dropping everything else for streamlined issue communication.

Can I manually trigger description shortening on an existing Linear issue?▼

You can manually trigger the shortening by using phrases like "make this Linear issue shorter", "caveman-lite the issue", or "trim the description" to enforce the style rules on demand.

What are the limitations of automating Linear issue description formatting?▼

The main limitation is that the style enforcement strictly applies to Linear issue descriptions and description-like comments, targeting only the Linear MCP save and create workflows.