file-todos

Manage file-based todos with status, priority, and dependencies in markdown.

461|129|Updated Jan 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/davekilleen/Dex --skill file-todos-davekilleen
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: file-todos
Source: https://github.com/davekilleen/Dex/tree/main/.claude/plugins/compound-engineering/skills/file-todos
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/davekilleen/Dex --skill file-todos-davekilleen

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the management of project tasks, code review feedback, and technical debt by organizing them as markdown files within a dedicated directory.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Todo Creation: Easily create new todo items from findings or feedback.
  • Lifecycle Management: Track todos from pending to ready to complete.
  • Dependency Tracking: Define and manage inter-todo dependencies.
  • Use Case: Convert a piece of code review feedback into a trackable todo item, assign it a priority, and link it as a dependency to a larger feature ticket.

Quick Start

Create a new todo item for a critical bug fix with high priority.

Frequently Asked Questions about file-todos

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I track code review feedback and technical debt in markdown files?

You can track code review feedback by creating markdown todo items in a dedicated directory. The system stores tasks as individual markdown files, allowing you to manage status, priority, and dependencies for technical debt and project tasks.

How do I manage task dependencies when using markdown for project management?

Markdown task management supports defining and managing inter-todo dependencies directly within the files. You can link a specific todo item, such as a bug fix, as a dependency to a larger feature ticket to track workflow.

What is the best way to automate todo creation from workflow feedback?

Todo creation from workflow feedback is automated through slash commands and code review integration. This allows you to instantly convert findings into trackable markdown files with assigned statuses and priorities.

Can I track the lifecycle of a task from pending to complete in a markdown file?

Yes, markdown task tracking supports full lifecycle management by transitioning todo statuses from pending to ready to complete. This ensures tasks are properly triaged before completion.

Do I need a database to manage project todos and task triaging?

No database is required; the system uses a file-based tracking approach with markdown files in a todos directory. This enables task triaging, priority assignment, and completion without external database dependencies.