Dependency Analysis

Analyze task dependencies to identify blockers and recommend work order.

Updated Jul 16, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/Angriff36/Capsule --skill dependency-analysis-angriff36
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Skill: Dependency Analysis
Source: https://github.com/Angriff36/Capsule/tree/main/.claude/plugins/task-orchestrator/skills/dependency-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Angriff36/Capsule --skill dependency-analysis-angriff36

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams quickly identify and resolve task dependency issues that block progress.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Blocker identification: Find which tasks block others and quantify impact.
  • Dependency tracing: Build direct and transitive dependency chains to reveal root causes.
  • Prioritization & planning: Rank tasks by bottlenecks and impact to optimize parallel work.
  • Use Case: When a feature stalls, run an analysis to determine the root blocker and recommended next steps.

Quick Start

Use the Dependency Analysis skill to identify blocked tasks, analyze dependencies, and propose prioritization, then run a concrete example such as getting blocked tasks in a feature and suggesting the top task to unblock.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dependency Analysis

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

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How do I find blocked tasks in a dependency chain and identify the root cause?

To find blocked tasks, you trace direct and transitive dependencies to map the full dependency chain, which reveals the root blocker halting your feature's progress.

What is critical path analysis and when do I need it for task orchestration?

Critical path analysis calculates the longest sequence of dependent tasks to determine minimum project duration. You need it for task orchestration to identify bottlenecks and prioritize parallel work effectively.

How do I prioritize tasks to unblock parallel work across multiple features?

Prioritize tasks by ranking blockers based on their impact on other tasks. This dependency analysis quantifies bottleneck effects to recommend the optimal work order for parallel execution.

Does dependency analysis work for tracing transitive dependencies in complex projects?

Yes, dependency analysis builds direct and transitive dependency chains across features and tasks. It traces multi-layered blocked tasks to reveal root causes in complex project structures.

What is the best way to quantify the impact of a task bottleneck on my team's progress?

The best way to quantify a task bottleneck is to identify which tasks block others and calculate their downstream impact. This analysis ranks blockers to prioritize unblocking work efficiently.