sweep-channels

Scan Slack channels for untracked backlog items and cross-post approved ones to #ideas.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/paulyokota/FeedForward --skill sweep-channels
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: sweep-channels
Source: https://github.com/paulyokota/FeedForward/tree/main/.claude/skills/sweep-channels
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/paulyokota/FeedForward --skill sweep-channels

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Scan all bot-accessible Slack channels to identify backlog items that are not yet tracked, surface them for human review, and cross-post approved items to #ideas to seed the product backlog.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover untracked backlog items across every channel the FeedForward bot can access.
  • Facilitate a human-in-the-loop review to approve or reject each candidate before posting.
  • Cross-post approved items to #ideas and attach supporting evidence when available.
  • Maintain a per-channel watermark and support new-channel discovery with configurable lookback windows.

Quick Start

Run a sweep to scan Slack channels for untracked backlog items and cross-post approved items to #ideas.

Frequently Asked Questions about sweep-channels

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find untracked backlog items across multiple Slack channels?▼

To find untracked backlog items across Slack channels, you can run a sweep that scans all bot-accessible channels, applies a per-channel watermark, and surfaces untracked items for human-in-the-loop review before cross-posting to #ideas.

How does deduplication against existing Shortcut cards work when scanning Slack?▼

Deduplication against existing Shortcut cards works by comparing newly discovered Slack backlog items against existing cards, ensuring that previously tracked items are not surfaced again during the cross-channel sweep.

Can I limit the Slack channel backlog sweep to a specific number of days?▼

Yes, you can limit the backlog sweep to a specific time window using the optional --days parameter, which adjusts the watermark lookback period for both known channels and newly discovered ones.

Does the backlog sweep automatically post items to Slack or require human review?▼

The backlog sweep requires human-in-the-loop review, meaning a human must classify and approve or reject each candidate item before it is cross-posted to the #ideas channel to seed the product backlog.

What is the best way to discover untracked product backlog signals in newly created Slack channels?▼

The best way to discover untracked backlog signals in new Slack channels is using an automated sweep with new-channel discovery capabilities, maintaining configurable lookback watermarks to catch recent conversations.