speckit-tasks

Convert plan.md and spec.md into phase-based tasks.md with dependency graphs.

Updated Jan 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ch-yang1273/2026-Playground --skill speckit-tasks-ch-yang1273
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: speckit-tasks
Source: https://github.com/ch-yang1273/2026-Playground/tree/main/0221-speckit/.agents/skills/speckit-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ch-yang1273/2026-Playground --skill speckit-tasks-ch-yang1273

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Break down implementation plans into actionable task lists. Use after planning to create a structured task breakdown. Generates tasks.md with ordered, dependency-aware tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Plan-to-tasks conversion: Transform high-level plans into phase-based task lists that align with user stories.
  • Dependency-aware sequencing: Produce a dependency graph and a clear execution order.
  • Use Case: Given plan.md and spec.md in a feature folder, generate tasks.md mapping tasks to P1/P2 stories and optional data sources.

Quick Start

Run the speckit-tasks workflow on a feature folder containing plan.md and spec.md to generate a ready-to-run tasks.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about speckit-tasks

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I break down a project plan into actionable tasks?▼

To break down a project plan into actionable tasks, load plan.md and spec.md from a feature directory to map user stories into a phase-based tasks.md file with dependency graphs and parallel execution examples.

What is the best way to generate a dependency graph for user stories?▼

Generating a dependency graph for user stories involves analyzing spec.md and plan.md to sequence tasks into Phase 1 Setup, Phase 2 Foundational, and Phase 3+ phases, outputting a strict checklist format with execution order.

How do I convert a feature spec into a task checklist?▼

Converting a feature spec into a task checklist requires parsing spec.md alongside plan.md to produce a tasks.md file, enforcing a strict checklist format for every task and mapping them to prioritized user stories.

Can I include data models and contracts when generating task lists?▼

Yes, you can include optional sources like data-model.md, contracts/, and research/ directories when generating task lists to enrich the context for mapping implementation tasks to user stories.

Does the generated task list provide MVP recommendations?▼

Yes, the generated task list provides MVP recommendations by reporting a summary that includes total tasks, per-story counts, and prioritized phases to guide the minimum viable product development.

What file format is needed to map tasks to user stories?▼

Mapping tasks to user stories requires markdown files, specifically plan.md and spec.md within a feature folder, which are analyzed to output a structured tasks.md file with dependency-aware sequencing.