gsd-add-backlog

Create a 999.x backlog phase directory and update ROADMAP.md.

264|11|Updated Apr 25, 2026

Search Tags:#git #project management #markdown #roadmap #backlog #phase planning

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npx skills add https://github.com/coco-research/coco --skill gsd-add-backlog-coco-research

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Skill: gsd-add-backlog
Source: https://github.com/coco-research/coco/tree/main/systems/gsd/skills/gsd-add-backlog
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/coco-research/coco --skill gsd-add-backlog-coco-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill captures a new idea in the backlog without forcing it into the active roadmap, so you can preserve context for later planning.

Core Features & Use Cases

Creates a new 999.x backlog phase and matching directory for an unsequenced idea.
Updates ROADMAP.md with a backlog entry that keeps the item visible and easy to promote later.
Commits the roadmap and placeholder directory together for traceable project history.

Quick Start

Use gsd-add-backlog to add a backlog item for the feature or task you want to park for later.

Frequently Asked Questions about gsd-add-backlog

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I park a new feature idea in a project backlog without adding it to the active roadmap?▼

You can park a new feature idea by creating a 999.x backlog phase entry and directory. This adds the unsequenced idea to your roadmap's parking-lot for later promotion without disrupting active milestones.

What is the 999.x numbering used for in roadmap phase planning?▼

The 999.x numbering is used to sequence backlog phase entries for unsequenced ideas. It keeps parked items visible in the roadmap directory and allows easy promotion into active milestones when ready.

How do I update ROADMAP.md to keep parked backlog items visible for later planning?▼

Updating ROADMAP.md with a dedicated backlog entry keeps parked items visible and easy to promote later. The update is committed together with the placeholder directory for traceable project history.

Does this backlog planning approach require committing placeholder directories to git?▼

Yes, the process requires a git commit that preserves the backlog item by saving the updated roadmap and the newly created phase directory together. This ensures traceable project history for parked ideas.

Can I use markdown for backlog parking-lot planning in git-based project management?▼

Yes, roadmap updates are managed through markdown files like ROADMAP.md. This integrates backlog phase planning directly into your git-based project management workflow for traceable context accumulation.