heady-task-genome

Design Task Genome schemas with fields for structure, dependencies, and execution history.

1|Updated Mar 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/HeadyAI/heady-context --skill heady-task-genome
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Skill: heady-task-genome
Source: https://github.com/HeadyAI/heady-context/tree/main/heady-skills/heady-task-genome
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/HeadyAI/heady-context --skill heady-task-genome

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Design and optimize the Task Genome to capture the complete structural DNA of every task, enabling consistent decomposition, planning, and execution across complex projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Design the Task Genome schema to model task structure, dependencies, resources, and lineage.
  • Build decomposition rules, templates, and taxonomy to standardize work across domains (coding, data, research, ops).
  • Analyze execution history to identify bottlenecks, estimate effort, and improve future workflows.
  • Create similarity engines to surface reusable templates and parallelize work.

Quick Start

Design the Task Genome schema for your upcoming epic and begin decomposing tasks into atomic units.

Frequently Asked Questions about heady-task-genome

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

FAQPage Schema
What is task decomposition and how does a dependency graph help map project structure?

Task decomposition breaks complex projects into atomic units. A dependency graph maps these structural relationships, enabling consistent planning, execution tracking, and workflow optimization across coding, data, research, and operations domains.

How do I design a formal schema for task templates and execution history?

Design a task schema by defining required fields including id, name, timestamps, classification, resources, and execution history. This formal structure captures task DNA, standardizes templates, and establishes taxonomy across multiple domains.

Can I use task genome mapping for complex projects across different domains like coding and research?

Yes, task genome mapping applies universally to coding, data, research, and operations domains. It standardizes decomposition rules and templates, allowing consistent modeling of task structure, dependencies, and lineage regardless of the specific domain.

What's the best way to analyze execution history to identify workflow bottlenecks?

Analyze execution history stored within the task schema to identify bottlenecks and estimate effort. Reviewing lineage data reveals performance patterns, improving future workflows and enabling similarity engines to surface reusable templates.

Do I need to define taxonomy and decomposition rules before creating task templates?

Yes, defining taxonomy and decomposition rules is required before template creation. These rules standardize how complex epics break into atomic units, ensuring resulting templates maintain structural consistency and accurate dependency mapping.