bd

Create, claim, update, close, and sync bd issues via the bd CLI.

4|2|Updated Jan 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/All-The-Vibes/skills-catalog --skill bd-all-the-vibes
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bd
Source: https://github.com/All-The-Vibes/skills-catalog/tree/main/.claude/skills/core/bd
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/All-The-Vibes/skills-catalog --skill bd-all-the-vibes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Backlog management can be chaotic without a unified system. This skill ensures every task becomes a bd issue, providing visibility, context, and an auditable trail across sessions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Universal task tracking: Create, claim, update, and close issues with a single command surface.
  • Structured workflow: Decompose requests, delegate work to subagents, review outputs, and synchronize with git.
  • Continuity and auditability: Persist backlog state beyond sessions and retain an execution history.

Quick Start

bd onboard bd ready bd create "<title>" bd update <id> --status in_progress bd close <id> bd sync

Frequently Asked Questions about bd

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I track backlog tasks across multiple sessions?

Backlog tasks are tracked across sessions by converting requests into bd issues and running sync, which persists backlog state and retains an execution history for continuity and auditability.

Do I need the beads CLI installed to manage issue tracking?

Yes, the beads (bd) CLI must be installed to manage issue tracking, as the skill requires commands like onboard, ready, create, update, close, and sync to manage the lifecycle of issues.

How do I create and update backlog items from the command line?

Create and update backlog items by running bd create "<title>" to generate an issue, then bd update <id> --status in_progress to modify its state and claim work across collaborators.

What is the best way to organize work and decompose requests into trackable issues?

Organizing work is best handled by creating bd issues to decompose requests, delegating work to subagents, reviewing outputs, and synchronizing with git to maintain an auditable trail.

Can I synchronize backlog items with git for version control?

Yes, you can synchronize backlog items with git using the bd sync command, which ensures visibility, context, and an auditable execution trail across sessions and collaborators.