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issue-triage

Prioritize issue backlogs by classifying tickets into active, next, and blocked buckets.

Updated Apr 26, 2026
Search Tags:#task management#project planning#priority management#issue triage#backlog organization
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/acmiyaguchi/fen --skill issue-triage-acmiyaguchi
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: issue-triage
Source: https://github.com/acmiyaguchi/fen/tree/main/.claude/skills/issue-triage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/acmiyaguchi/fen --skill issue-triage-acmiyaguchi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users organize and prioritize issue or task backlogs, making it easier to decide what to work on next and manage the workflow effectively.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Backlog Organization: Triage, prioritize, and organize issue or task backlogs.
  • Decision Support: Identify active tracks, blockers, duplicates, and close/defer candidates.
  • Customization: Assign labels, milestones, projects, or priority as needed.
  • Use Case: For a project manager, use this Skill to quickly analyze a large issue backlog and determine the best next steps for the team.

Quick Start

Use the issue-triage skill to analyze the current issue backlog and suggest the next best issue to work on.

Frequently Asked Questions about issue-triage

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I organize and prioritize a large issue backlog?▼

Organize and prioritize an issue backlog by classifying tickets into buckets like Active now, Next, and Blocked. This requires context from issue states, labels, milestones, and PRs to handle dependencies and apply prioritization rules.

What is issue triage and how does it manage task workflow?▼

Issue triage is the process of sorting tasks into priority buckets to manage workflow. It identifies active tracks, blockers, duplicates, and close or defer candidates to help teams decide what to work on next.

Can I use issue triage for project planning with existing labels and milestones?▼

Yes, issue triage works with existing labels, milestones, and projects. It uses this context to prioritize tasks, identify dependencies, and assign priority levels as needed for project planning.

What's the best way to identify blockers and duplicates in a task backlog?▼

Identify blockers and duplicates by analyzing issue states, labels, and PR context. The triage process classifies tickets into categories like Blocked and flags duplicates to support backlog decision-making.

How do I determine the next best issue to work on from a backlog?▼

Determine the next best issue by triaging the backlog with prioritization rules and dependency handling. This classifies tickets into Active now and Next buckets based on issue states, labels, and milestones.

What context do I need to provide for effective issue triage?▼

Effective issue triage requires context from issue states, labels, milestones, and pull requests. This data enables the classification of tickets into priority buckets and the handling of task dependencies.

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