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backend-tasks

Generate dependency-ordered task lists from backend scope and contract documentation.

3|Updated Jul 1, 2026
Search Tags:#planning#testing#architecture#backend#sdlc#task-management
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npx skills add https://github.com/KeyValueSoftwareSystems/maestro --skill backend-tasks
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Skill: backend-tasks
Source: https://github.com/KeyValueSoftwareSystems/maestro/tree/main/skills/core/sdlc/backend-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/KeyValueSoftwareSystems/maestro --skill backend-tasks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates ambiguity in backend development by converting high-level requirements into a structured, dependency-ordered, and test-first task list that ensures every change is verifiable and risk-aware.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Planning: Automatically generates a task manifest (tasks.json) that includes file mappings, test requirements, and risk flags.
  • SDLC Enforcement: Ensures adherence to best practices like expand-contract migrations, negative path testing, and observability requirements.
  • Use Case: When starting a new backend feature, use this skill to break down a complex contract into small, reviewable commits that prevent breaking changes and ensure all edge cases are covered.

Quick Start

Use the backend-tasks skill to generate a task list for the current backend scope by reading the contract and LLD files.

Frequently Asked Questions about backend-tasks

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I break down backend scope into verifiable development tasks?▼

To break down backend scope into verifiable tasks, generate a dependency-ordered task manifest from contract and LLD documentation. This decomposes complex features into test-first development units with strict SDLC enforcement.

What is the best way to enforce SDLC standards like migration safety in backend planning?▼

The best way to enforce SDLC standards in backend planning is to generate structured task lists that flag risks explicitly. This ensures adherence to expand-contract migrations, negative path testing, and observability requirements.

How do I generate a task list from backend contract and LLD files?▼

You generate a task list from backend contract and LLD files by reading the scope documentation to automatically produce a tasks.json manifest. This output includes file mappings, test requirements, and risk flags.

Does this task generation approach support test-first backend development?▼

Yes, this task generation approach supports test-first backend development by decomposing complex contracts into small reviewable commits. It ensures every change is verifiable and covers edge cases.

What limitations exist when converting high-level requirements into a dependency-ordered task list?▼

A limitation when converting high-level requirements into a dependency-ordered task list is the strict reliance on existing contract and LLD files for input. Without accurate scope documentation, generating verifiable development units is not possible.

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