add-todo

Add formatted TODO items to TODOS.md under the In Progress section.

39|5|Updated Dec 28, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/benjaminshoemaker/ai_coding_project_base --skill add-todo
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Skill: add-todo
Source: https://github.com/benjaminshoemaker/ai_coding_project_base/tree/main/.claude/skills/add-todo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/benjaminshoemaker/ai_coding_project_base --skill add-todo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines capturing and formatting development tasks by automatically inserting well-structured TODO entries into TODOS.md, reducing manual formatting errors and ensuring consistent task tracking.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured TODO generation: Creates a properly formatted line using the standard template and inserts it into the appropriate section of TODOS.md.
  • Section-aware appending: Places new items under the In Progress section (or creates the section if missing) and supports future concept ideas for upcoming work.
  • Guided data entry: Accepts essential details like Title, Priority, and optionally a Description to tailor the TODO entry.

Quick Start

To add a new TODO, provide a title and optional details (priority, effort, description). The skill will insert a line like - [ ] [{Priority} / {Effort}] {Title} — {Description} into TODOS.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about add-todo

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically add structured TODO items to a TODOS.md file?

To automatically add structured TODO items to a TODOS.md file, provide a title and optional details like priority and effort. The skill inserts a consistently formatted line under the In Progress section, reducing manual formatting errors.

What is the standard format for appending development tasks in markdown?

The standard format for appending development tasks is - [ ] **[{Priority} / {Effort}]** {Title} — {Description}. This machine-friendly structure ensures consistent task tracking and supports optional descriptions for features, bugs, or chores.

Can I create an In Progress section automatically when adding a new TODO?

Yes, you can create an In Progress section automatically when adding a new TODO. The skill is section-aware and will place new items under the In Progress section, creating it if missing from the TODOS.md file.

What is the best way to track code todos and bugs in a development workflow?

The best way to track code todos and bugs is appending structured entries to a shared TODOS.md file. This approach enforces a consistent template with priority and effort tags, streamlining task capture without external tools.

Do I need to provide a description when adding a task to TODOS.md?

No, you do not need to provide a description when adding a task to TODOS.md. Descriptions are optional; the skill requires only a title and accepts priority and effort details to generate the structured TODO entry.

How does section-aware appending work for future concept ideas?

Section-aware appending places new TODO items under the In Progress section or creates it if missing. The skill also supports adding future concept ideas for upcoming work by maintaining the standard markdown format in TODOS.md.