kanban

Manages project tasks and workflows through a kanban board interface.

15|5|Updated Jul 1, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/swissarmyhammer/swissarmyhammer --skill kanban-swissarmyhammer
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Skill: kanban
Source: https://github.com/swissarmyhammer/swissarmyhammer/tree/main/builtin/skills/kanban
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/swissarmyhammer/swissarmyhammer --skill kanban-swissarmyhammer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured way to manage tasks and workflows using a kanban board, ensuring that work is tracked, prioritized, and executed efficiently.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Task Management: Create, update, and track tasks on a kanban board.
  • Workflow Automation: Automates the process of picking up and completing tasks based on their status and priority.
  • Tagging and Filtering: Allows for organizing tasks with tags and filtering work by specific criteria.
  • Use Case: When an AI agent needs to implement a feature, it can use the kanban skill to pick the next task, work through its subtasks, and mark it as complete, ensuring a systematic approach to development.

Quick Start

Use the kanban skill to get the next task from the todo column.

Frequently Asked Questions about kanban

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage project tasks using a kanban board?

You can manage project tasks by creating, updating, and tracking them on a kanban board with distinct columns. This ensures work is prioritized and executed efficiently through a structured workflow interface.

How do I automate picking up the next task in an agile workflow?

Automate task pickup by retrieving the next item from the todo column based on its status and priority. The kanban board supports this systematic approach to development by structuring task execution.

Can I filter tasks by tags and assignees on a kanban board?

Yes, you can organize tasks with tags and filter work by specific criteria like assignees. This tagging and filtering capability allows for precise organization of tracked development processes.

Does this kanban task management system support subtasks?

Yes, the kanban board supports subtask management. You can work through individual subtasks within a main task before marking the parent task as complete on the board.

What do I need to set up a kanban board for software project management?

You need a robust task management system with distinct columns and tag support to set up the kanban board. This environment ensures organized and trackable development processes.

When should I use a kanban board for task management over other approaches?

Use a kanban board when you need to ensure work is tracked, prioritized, and executed efficiently through a structured workflow. It is essential for maintaining organized development processes with distinct status columns.