Action Item Extractor

Name: Action Item Extractor
Availability: InStock
Author: ShenSeanChen

Extract actionable items from chat conversations into structured JSON.

16|5|Updated Jan 28, 2026

Search Tags:#regex #action items #todo #chat analysis #structured output #assignee

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/ShenSeanChen/launch-agent-skills --skill action-item-extractor

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Skill: Action Item Extractor
Source: https://github.com/ShenSeanChen/launch-agent-skills/tree/main/skills/whatsapp-action-extractor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ShenSeanChen/launch-agent-skills --skill action-item-extractor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams quickly identify and extract actionable items from conversations, ensuring commitments, tasks, and follow-ups are captured and tracked.

Core Features & Use Cases

Action Item Detection: Recognizes explicit TODOs, commitments, requests, and reminders in chat messages.
Structured Output: Produces JSON with fields like id, type, task, assignee, deadline, context, timestamp.
Contextual Tracking: Keeps surrounding message context to clarify why the item matters and who is responsible.
Use Case: In a project stand-up chat, it pulls out action items and assigns owners with due dates for sprint planning.

Quick Start

Use the Action Item Extractor to scan a sample chat export and generate a JSON report of detected action items.

Frequently Asked Questions about Action Item Extractor

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I extract action items from chat conversations?▼

Action item extraction scans chat exports to identify TODOs, commitments, and follow-ups. Using regex-based pattern detection, it recognizes action cues and outputs structured JSON containing the task, assignee, deadline, and context.

What is the structured output format for extracted chat TODOs?▼

The structured output is a JSON object containing fields like id, type, task, assignee, deadline, context, and timestamp. This format ensures extracted action items are consistently organized for tracking and integration.

Can I identify task assignees and deadlines from team discussion threads?▼

Yes, you can identify task assignees and deadlines from discussion threads. The Skill detects action cues within the surrounding message context to pinpoint responsible parties and capture any mentioned due dates.

How does regex pattern matching work for detecting action cues in messages?▼

Regex pattern matching detects action cues by scanning chat text for specific syntactic structures associated with TODOs and requests. These patterns trigger the extraction of surrounding context to form structured action item entries.

What is the best way to track commitments and follow-ups for sprint planning?▼

The best way to track commitments for sprint planning is by scanning stand-up chats to pull out action items and assign owners. This captures project TODOs with due dates in a structured JSON format for immediate integration.