file-todos

Create and triage Markdown todo files with YAML frontmatter.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mengblom/dex-ghx --skill file-todos-mengblom
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Skill: file-todos
Source: https://github.com/mengblom/dex-ghx/tree/main/.claude/plugins/compound-engineering/skills/file-todos
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mengblom/dex-ghx --skill file-todos-mengblom

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It solves the problem of scattered, inconsistent work tracking by providing a structured, file-based todo system that captures context, decisions, dependencies, and execution history for code review and technical work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create and standardize work items: Generate new todo files with required sections, YAML frontmatter, and consistent naming for issue tracking.
  • Triage and approval workflow: Promote pending items to ready with recommended actions, priority adjustments, and clear next steps.
  • Dependency-aware execution: Encode and verify blockers via dependencies so work proceeds in the right order and remains auditable.
  • Operational work logs: Maintain chronological session entries (actions, commands, tests, learnings) so future work has reliable context.

Quick Start

Use the file-todos skill to create a new pending todo for the finding you just received, then run triage to decide whether it should be approved and how it depends on other issue IDs.

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 findings in a structured todo format?

Code review todo tracking is handled by generating Markdown files with YAML frontmatter that capture context, status, priority, and dependencies to maintain a deterministic file-based work log.

What is the best way to manage dependency blockers before executing engineering tasks?

Managing dependency blockers is achieved by encoding and verifying required dependencies within the todo file frontmatter, ensuring engineering tasks execute in the correct sequence and remain fully auditable.

How do I triage pending code work items and transition them to ready?

Triage pending code work items by applying priority adjustments and recommended actions to promote them to a ready status, establishing clear next steps before execution begins.

Can I use Markdown and YAML frontmatter to maintain an operational work log for technical tasks?

Yes, you can maintain chronological operational work logs within Markdown files by recording actions, commands, tests, and learnings to provide reliable context for future engineering sessions.

Does file-based todo tracking enforce strict naming conventions and required section structures?

File-based todo tracking enforces strict naming conventions, required section structures, and reliable dependency updates to standardize engineering work items and maintain consistent code review workflows.