dependency-mapping

Generate Mermaid dependency graphs from GitHub issues and comments.

1|Updated Aug 8, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/britt/llpm --skill dependency-mapping-britt
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Skill: dependency-mapping
Source: https://github.com/britt/llpm/tree/main/skills/dependency-mapping
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/britt/llpm --skill dependency-mapping-britt

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps visualize complex relationships between project issues, identify blocking dependencies, and pinpoint the critical path for efficient project planning and execution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency Graph Generation: Creates Mermaid diagrams illustrating how issues relate to each other (e.g., "blocks", "depends on").
  • Critical Path Identification: Highlights the longest sequence of dependent tasks, crucial for understanding project timelines.
  • Use Case: During sprint planning, use this skill to visualize all dependencies for upcoming features, ensuring that blockers are addressed early and the team focuses on the most critical tasks.

Quick Start

Use the dependency-mapping skill to generate a Mermaid graph of all open GitHub issues and their dependencies.

Frequently Asked Questions about dependency-mapping

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I visualize issue dependencies and blocking chains in GitHub?

You can visualize GitHub issue dependencies by generating Mermaid dependency graphs that map blocking chains and relationships. This approach uses issue tracking data to create diagrams illustrating how tasks block each other within a project.

What is the best way to identify the critical path for project planning?

Identifying the critical path involves mapping the longest sequence of dependent tasks within a project. By generating a Mermaid dependency graph, you can highlight these blocking chains to understand project timelines and focus execution on crucial tasks.

How do I generate Mermaid diagrams for project management issue tracking?

You generate Mermaid diagrams for issue tracking by retrieving GitHub issues and their comments to build visualizations. The process applies specific Mermaid syntax rules to create patterns for linear, parallel, and complex dependencies within a project.

Can I highlight complex dependencies and parallel tasks using Mermaid?

Yes, you can highlight complex dependencies and parallel tasks using Mermaid syntax patterns. The visualization supports complex relationships by providing specific diagram structures to map multiple blocking chains simultaneously within a project.

What's needed to map GitHub issues into dependency graphs?

To map GitHub issues into dependency graphs, you need access to your repository's GitHub issues and comments. The mapping process leverages tools to list, search, and retrieve this issue tracking data to build accurate Mermaid visualizations.