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kanban-manager

Manage hierarchical Kanban backlog items with JIRA and GitHub links.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#github#worktree#backlog#jira#kanban#subitems
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DoubleNode/homebrew-dev-team --skill kanban-manager-doublenode
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: kanban-manager
Source: https://github.com/DoubleNode/homebrew-dev-team/tree/main/share/skills/Kanban%20Manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DoubleNode/homebrew-dev-team --skill kanban-manager-doublenode

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires Claude Code, Kanban board system, kanban-helpers.sh, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Centralizes and streamlines Kanban backlog management for multi-team software projects, preserving context, cross-linking work items, and enabling consistent workflow across teams.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Hierarchical backlog items and subitems with statuses, priorities, due dates, and time tracking.
  • External linking to JIRA and GitHub issues, plus LCARS UI synchronization for visibility.
  • Per-item worktrees and plan/document integration to guide implementation and verification.

Quick Start

Begin by invoking kb-backlog to view items and create a parent with subitems.

Frequently Asked Questions about kanban-manager

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage a multi-level backlog with parent items and subitems for software projects?▼

To manage a multi-level backlog, this Skill enforces a structured data model linking parent items with subitems, tracking statuses, priorities, due dates, and time. You invoke the kb-backlog command to create hierarchical items and sync them across teams.

Can I link my Kanban board workflow states to JIRA and GitHub issues?▼

Yes, you can link Kanban workflow states to JIRA and GitHub issues. The Skill centralizes backlog management by applying external linking to JIRA and GitHub issues, ensuring cross-referenced visibility and context preservation across engineering teams.

How do I set up per-item worktrees for individual backlog items?▼

Per-item worktrees are set up through the command-driven workflow. By invoking kb-backlog, the Skill integrates per-item worktrees with plan documents, guiding implementation and verification directly within macOS or Linux development environments.

What is the best way to synchronize a local Kanban board with an LCARS UI across multiple teams?▼

Synchronizing a local Kanban board with an LCARS UI is handled automatically through the Skill's LCARS UI synchronization feature. It streamlines multi-team software workflows by applying a structured data model that updates board visibility consistently.

Do I need Claude Code and kanban-helpers.sh to run this backlog management workflow?▼

Yes, you need Claude Code and kanban-helpers.sh. The Skill depends on Claude Code, a Kanban board system, and the kanban-helpers.sh script to enforce the structured data model and execute the command-driven backlog workflow.

How does time tracking and plan document integration work for subitems in a Kanban board?▼

Time tracking and plan document integration for subitems work through the Skill's structured data model. It applies time-tracking fields and integrates plan documents to guide implementation and verification for each backlog item.

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