implementation-harness-capture-idea

Append feature ideas and bug reports to a project's IDEAS.jsonl inbox.

Updated Jun 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/RyanMKrol/LocalJobs --skill implementation-harness-capture-idea
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Skill: implementation-harness-capture-idea
Source: https://github.com/RyanMKrol/LocalJobs/tree/main/.claude/skills/implementation-harness-capture-idea
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/RyanMKrol/LocalJobs --skill implementation-harness-capture-idea

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps streamline the process of capturing feature ideas and bug reports directly into your project's ideas inbox without the need for additional interviews or decomposition.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Quick Capture: Append ideas directly to the .harness/tracking/IDEAS.jsonl file without the need for further interaction.
  • No Decomposition: Does not interview or decompose ideas, ensuring a streamlined capture process.
  • Use Case: Capture an idea while in the middle of working on a task by simply providing a description of the idea.

Quick Start

To capture an idea, use the command: /capture-idea "This is the idea description."

Frequently Asked Questions about implementation-harness-capture-idea

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I capture feature ideas and bug reports directly into a project inbox?

You can capture feature ideas and bug reports by running a command that appends a JSON object with your idea description to the project's IDEAS.jsonl file. This streamlines the process without requiring additional interviews or decomposition.

What's the best way to quickly log a bug report while working on a task?

The best way to log a bug report mid-task is to use a quick capture command that appends the description directly to your tracking file. This ensures the bug report is saved instantly without interrupting your workflow for further interaction.

Do I need a pre-scaffolded implementation harness to append ideas to IDEAS.jsonl?

Yes, you need a pre-scaffolded implementation harness and an existing .harness/tracking/IDEAS.jsonl file. The Skill appends a JSON object containing the idea description to this specific file location within your project structure.

Does the idea capture process require interviewing or decomposing the feature request?

No, the idea capture process does not interview or decompose feature requests. It provides a streamlined capture mechanism that simply appends the provided idea description as a JSON object to your inbox without further interaction.

What format does the captured idea use when appended to the tracking file?

The captured idea is appended as a JSON object containing the idea description to the IDEAS.jsonl file. This JSON Lines format allows each feature idea or bug report to be stored as an individual, self-contained record.

Can I use this idea capture method for both feature tracking and bug reports?

Yes, you can use this idea capture method for both feature tracking and bug reports. It appends any provided description as a JSON object to the IDEAS.jsonl file, accommodating both types of project entries equally.