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colony-mcp

Coordinate tasks, claims, and handoffs in a Colony-enabled repository.

3|Updated Apr 23, 2026
Search Tags:#task management#agent workflow#repository coordination#work coordination#colony mcp
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/opencue/colony --skill colony-mcp
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: colony-mcp
Source: https://github.com/opencue/colony/tree/main/skills/colony-mcp
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/opencue/colony --skill colony-mcp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines coordination and workflow management in a repository using Colony MCP, ensuring efficient task handling and avoiding duplicate work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Repository Coordination: Manage tasks, claims, and handoffs within a repository.
  • Agent Workflow: Facilitate agent operations such as starting, resuming, and completing tasks.
  • Task Management: Coordinate task readiness, claiming, and completion within a repository.
  • Use Case: Ideal for a development team using Colony tools, where agents need to start tasks, claim files, and manage work states effectively.

Quick Start

Use the colony-mcp skill to coordinate the task 'update-api' in the 'repo-root' directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about colony-mcp

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I coordinate agent workflows to prevent duplicate work in a repository?▼

You can coordinate agent workflows and prevent duplicate work in a repository by using Colony MCP to manage task claims and handoffs. This ensures agents handle task readiness and completion states effectively without overlapping.

What is the best way to manage agent task claims and handoffs in a development repository?▼

Managing agent task claims and handoffs in a development repository is handled through Colony MCP, which supports agent lifecycle operations. Agents can start, resume, and complete tasks while maintaining task consistency across the repository.

How do I start and resume tasks for agents working in a Colony-enabled repository?▼

To start and resume tasks for agents in a Colony-enabled repository, you use the colony-mcp skill to facilitate agent lifecycle operations. This coordinates task readiness, claiming, and completion to ensure consistent work states.

Can I use Colony MCP to manage task consistency for multiple agents claiming files?▼

Yes, you can use Colony MCP to manage task consistency when multiple agents claim files. It coordinates work states across the repository, ensuring efficient task handling and preventing duplicate work during agent operations.

Do I need a Colony-enabled repository to coordinate work states and task readiness?▼

Yes, a Colony-enabled repository is required to coordinate work states and task readiness. The skill relies on Colony MCP to manage the agent lifecycle operations and ensure task consistency within the repository directory structure.

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