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dig-into-linear-issue

Verify Linear issues by ID or URL with duplicate and PR checks.

6|1|Updated Dec 8, 2025
Search Tags:#workflow#investigation#linear#issue#triage#root-cause-analysis#pr-review
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vladolaru/claude-code-plugins --skill dig-into-linear-issue
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dig-into-linear-issue
Source: https://github.com/vladolaru/claude-code-plugins/tree/main/plugins/pirategoat-tools/skills/dig-into-linear-issue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vladolaru/claude-code-plugins --skill dig-into-linear-issue

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill ensures Linear issues are thoroughly verified before any code changes, preventing wasted effort on invalid, already-resolved, or mis-specified tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Verify issue validity by fetching the issue and all comments, check for linked PRs, and identify the issue type (bug, feature, task) to determine the proper workflow.
  • Assess open PRs and fetch related context to decide whether to review an existing PR or continue independent investigation.
  • Produce a structured investigation plan and recommendations (RCA, scope, and next steps) to guide safe, efficient resolution.

Quick Start

Provide the Linear issue ID or URL to begin a thorough verification workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about dig-into-linear-issue

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify a Linear issue before starting development?▼

Checking a Linear issue for duplicates involves fetching the issue and all comments, assessing linked PRs, and identifying the issue type to ensure the task is valid and unresolved before committing code changes.

How do I triage a Linear issue to decide between reviewing a PR or investigating independently?▼

Triage a Linear issue by assessing open PRs and fetching related context to determine whether to review an existing PR or continue independent investigation based on the structured investigation plan and recommendations.

What is included in a Linear issue investigation plan?▼

A Linear issue investigation plan includes root cause analysis, scope assessment, and next-step recommendations to guide safe, efficient resolution of the verified issue.

Does Linear issue triage require access to linked pull request data?▼

Linear issue triage requires access to Linear issue data and PR status to perform PR linkage assessment and produce a structured investigation plan.

Why should I check a Linear issue before writing code?▼

Verifying a Linear issue before writing code prevents wasted effort on invalid, already-resolved, or mis-specified tasks by checking validity and identifying the correct workflow.

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