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groom-backlog

Classify backlog items and generate a structured grooming summary.

Updated Apr 1, 2026
Search Tags:#prioritization#agile#backlog#product-management#acceptance-criteria#grooming#rice-score
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hpsgd/claude-marketplace --skill groom-backlog-hpsgd
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: groom-backlog
Source: https://github.com/hpsgd/claude-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/product/product-owner/skills/groom-backlog
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hpsgd/claude-marketplace --skill groom-backlog-hpsgd

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Groom backlog items to classify readiness, break large items into deliverables, add acceptance criteria, assign RICE scores, and recommend actions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Backlog classification: categorize items into Ready, Needs Refinement, Stale, Blocked.
  • Refinement of items: break large items into independent deliverables with clear acceptance criteria.
  • RICE scoring & prioritization: calculate Reach, Impact, Confidence, and Effort to derive a prioritization score.
  • Output & guidance: generate a structured grooming summary for sprint planning.

Quick Start

Groom the backlog at $ARGUMENTS.

Frequently Asked Questions about groom-backlog

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I groom a backlog to classify items for sprint planning?▼

Backlog grooming scans your repository for TODOs and issue trackers to classify items into Ready, Needs Refinement, Stale, or Blocked statuses. This streamlines sprint planning by enforcing strict readiness criteria and assembling a structured working list.

How do I break down large backlog items into independent deliverables?▼

Refining large backlog items involves breaking them down into independent deliverables with clear acceptance criteria. The grooming process determines dependencies and assigns priority labels to ensure each deliverable is actionable.

What is the best way to calculate RICE scores for agile backlog prioritization?▼

RICE scoring for backlog prioritization calculates Reach, Impact, Confidence, and Effort to derive a numerical score. This helps rank backlog items objectively to determine execution priority during sprint planning.

Can I scan a repository to automatically find and assemble a backlog?▼

Yes, you can scan a backlog file or the current repository to automatically assemble a working list. It extracts titles, descriptions, statuses, last activity timestamps, and priority labels from TODOs and issue trackers.

How do I identify stale or blocked backlog items in my project?▼

Identifying stale or blocked backlog items requires applying strict classification criteria during the grooming process. The scan evaluates last activity and dependency status to flag items that cannot proceed or need refinement.

Does automated backlog grooming work without external issue tracker integrations?▼

Automated backlog grooming works directly on local backlog files or repository contents by scanning for TODOs and backlog keywords. It does not require external issue tracker integrations to assemble the working list.

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