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close-backlog-rows

Delete backlog rows by id from ai_docs/backlog.md with atomic updates.

Updated Mar 13, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#markdown#audit#backlog#atomic-edit#batch-reconcile
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/darylmcd/Roslyn-Backed-MCP --skill close-backlog-rows
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: close-backlog-rows
Source: https://github.com/darylmcd/Roslyn-Backed-MCP/tree/main/.claude/skills/close-backlog-rows
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/darylmcd/Roslyn-Backed-MCP --skill close-backlog-rows

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill atomically closes one or more backlog rows in ai_docs/backlog.md by id, avoiding the expensive per-row read/edit dance and updating the shared state in one cohesive operation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Atomic batch deletions of backlog rows by exact id matches, ensuring consistency even when reconciling multiple items.
  • Validation and dry-run preview of planned deletions with a final diff you can review before applying changes.
  • Scope-limited edits to backlog.md only (no edits to CHANGELOG.md, state.json, or plan.md) to support batch reconciles and ship steps.

Quick Start

Invoke the backlog close operation with a comma-separated list of IDs, e.g. /close-backlog-rows position-probe-for-test-fixture-authoring,pragma-directive-scope-manipulation.

Frequently Asked Questions about close-backlog-rows

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I bulk-close backlog rows in a markdown file without manual editing?▼

Bulk-close backlog rows by passing a comma-separated list of ids to perform atomic deletions in a single pass, avoiding expensive per-row grep and edit operations while preserving data integrity.

What is the best way to reconcile multiple shipped backlog items atomically?▼

Atomic batch reconciliation validates each id against the backlog, deletes exact matching lines, and updates the timestamp in one cohesive operation, reporting P-band deltas for auditing purposes.

Can I preview backlog deletions before applying changes to ai_docs/backlog.md?▼

Yes, you can preview planned deletions with a dry-run diff to review exact line removals and timestamp updates before applying the atomic changes to your backlog file.

Does close-backlog-rows modify state.json or CHANGELOG.md during batch reconciles?▼

No, edits are scope-limited to backlog.md only, ensuring no unintended modifications to state.json, CHANGELOG.md, or plan.md during your batch reconcile or ship steps.

Why does atomic line deletion matter for markdown backlog management?▼

Atomic line deletion prevents partial updates and data corruption when removing multiple rows simultaneously, ensuring consistent state and reducing the per-row read and edit cost.

Are there limitations when using atomic deletions for backlog row management?▼

This approach is limited to exact id matches within backlog.md and does not handle cross-file dependencies, making it unsuitable if your reconcile requires updating linked state files.

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