build-order

Scan specs/ and tasks.md to determine the next feature build order.

Updated Apr 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/GratefulJinx77/speckit-claude --skill build-order
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: build-order
Source: https://github.com/GratefulJinx77/speckit-claude/tree/main/skills/build-order
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/GratefulJinx77/speckit-claude --skill build-order

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Quickly identify the next feature to build by evaluating specs, their dependencies, and tasks.md completion, helping teams decide what to work on next and in what order.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scans specs/ to determine readiness by combining feature dependencies and tasks.md completion.
  • Produces a unified build-order view with an Up Next item and a full Proceed queue, sorted by priority, tier, and spec number.
  • Supports tier filtering and output formats to tailor the report for Markdown or HTML (via the included docs build).

Quick Start

Invoke /build-order with optional tier and format arguments to see the markdown report and, if desired, open the HTML report.

Frequently Asked Questions about build-order

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I determine the next feature to build based on spec dependencies?

To determine the next feature to build, evaluate specs and their dependencies alongside tasks.md completion. This produces a deterministic build-order sorted by priority, tier, and spec number, surfacing an Up Next item and full Proceed queue.

How does spec readiness tracking work for feature pipeline planning?

Spec readiness tracking works by scanning specs/ to combine feature dependency evaluation with tasks.md completion data. This applies tier 1-4 filters to return a deterministic build-order queue for pipeline planning.

Can I filter the build order queue by tier and output format?

Yes, you can filter the build-order queue by tier and format. Invoke the scan with optional tier and format arguments to tailor the readiness report for either Markdown or HTML output via the included docs build.

What's the best way to prioritize feature work using tasks.md completion data?

The best way to prioritize feature work is to evaluate tasks.md completion alongside spec dependencies. This yields a unified build-order view sorted by priority, tier, and spec number, clearly surfacing the Up Next item and full Proceed queue.

Do I need speckit specs to calculate a deterministic build order?

You need specs/ files and tasks.md completion data to calculate a deterministic build order. The scan evaluates these feature dependencies and completion statuses across tiers 1-4 to return the Up Next and Proceed outputs.