blossom

Explore codebases via recursive spikes to generate prioritized task backlogs.

14|6|Updated Feb 3, 2026

Search Tags:#planning #backlog #explore #spike #discover #codebase audit

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npx skills add https://github.com/tyevans/tackline --skill blossom

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: blossom
Source: https://github.com/tyevans/tackline/tree/main/skills/workflows/blossom
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tyevans/tackline --skill blossom

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill tackles the challenge of starting complex projects or feature development when the scope is unclear, by systematically exploring a codebase to identify and prioritize actionable tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

Spike-Driven Exploration: Launches targeted investigations (spikes) into specific code areas to uncover potential issues, required work, or areas needing deeper analysis.
Automated Backlog Generation: Consolidates findings from spikes into a structured, prioritized backlog of tasks, complete with dependencies and recommended agents.
Use Case: When tasked with "improving the performance of the user authentication system," Blossom can explore the relevant code, identify bottlenecks, security gaps, and refactoring needs, then present a clear plan of action.

Quick Start

Use the blossom skill to explore the event sourcing pipeline for consistency gaps.

Frequently Asked Questions about blossom

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

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How do I build a prioritized backlog when my project scope is unclear?▼

Building a prioritized backlog from an unclear scope requires systematic codebase exploration. Blossom dispatches recursive spikes into specific code areas to discover actionable tasks, mapping dependencies and consolidating findings into a structured development plan.

What is spike-driven exploration for codebase audits?▼

Spike-driven exploration is the process of launching targeted investigations into specific code areas to uncover potential issues or required work. Blossom uses recursive spikes to map code structure comprehensively and identify actionable development tasks.

How do I identify technical debt and refactoring needs across an unknown codebase?▼

Identifying technical debt across an unknown codebase requires dispatching targeted investigations to map code structure. Blossom launches recursive spikes with background agents or agent teams to uncover bottlenecks, security gaps, and refactoring needs.

Can I use automated code exploration for large-scale investigations with agent teams?▼

Automated code exploration supports large-scale investigations using coordinated agent teams. Blossom handles both small-scale explorations with background agents and large-scale investigations with agent teams, ensuring comprehensive code mapping and task identification.

What's the best way to convert broad project objectives into a concrete development plan?▼

Converting broad objectives into a concrete development plan requires robust task tracking and spike execution. Blossom consolidates findings from dispatched spikes into a structured backlog, complete with identified dependencies and recommended agents.

When do I need a codebase audit instead of direct feature implementation?▼

A codebase audit is needed when starting complex projects with unclear or loosely defined goals. Blossom systematically explores the codebase to identify and prioritize actionable tasks before direct implementation begins.