cross-squad

Orchestrate tasks across multiple Squad instances with discovery, delegation, and feedback.

Updated Apr 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/barichter/squad --skill cross-squad-barichter
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Skill: cross-squad
Source: https://github.com/barichter/squad/tree/main/.squad/skills/cross-squad
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/barichter/squad --skill cross-squad-barichter

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps coordinate tasks across multiple Squad instances, allowing teams to collaborate efficiently without tight coupling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discovery: Lists known squads and their capabilities.
  • Delegation: Creates work in another squad's repository.
  • Context Sharing: Shares only necessary information for work handoff.
  • Orchestration Protocol: Defines a clear process for task handoff and feedback loop.

Quick Start

To delegate a task to the platform squad, run: squad delegate platform-squad "Add Prometheus metrics endpoint for the auth service"

Frequently Asked Questions about cross-squad

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I delegate a task to another squad for cross-repository work?

To delegate a task for cross-repository work, use the delegation command to create work in another squad's repository, such as running `squad delegate platform-squad "task description"` to hand off the work.

What is cross-squad orchestration for team collaboration?

Cross-squad orchestration coordinates tasks across multiple Squad instances, allowing teams to collaborate efficiently without tight coupling by using a defined process for task handoff and feedback loops.

How does context sharing work when handing off tasks to another squad?

Context sharing during task handoff works by sharing only the necessary information required for the work delegation, ensuring squads can collaborate without exposing the entire repository context.

Do I need to know squad capabilities and manifests before orchestrating tasks?

Yes, orchestrating tasks across multiple Squad instances requires prior knowledge of squad capabilities and manifests to successfully discover available squads and delegate work appropriately.

Can I discover available squads and their capabilities before delegating work?

Yes, you can discover available squads and their capabilities before delegating work through the Skill's discovery feature, which lists known squads and their specific capabilities for collaborative development.