kanban-worker

Guide Hermes Kanban worker scenarios with workspace handling and retry examples.

Updated May 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/eliottbusiness/DeptFlow-Agent --skill kanban-worker-eliottbusiness
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Skill: kanban-worker
Source: https://github.com/eliottbusiness/DeptFlow-Agent/tree/main/profile/skills/devops/kanban-worker
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/eliottbusiness/DeptFlow-Agent --skill kanban-worker-eliottbusiness

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides in-depth guidance on Kanban worker scenarios, addressing common pitfalls and offering practical examples to improve Kanban workflows within Hermes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pitfalls and Examples: Offers detailed insights into potential issues and solutions for Kanban workers.
  • Lifecycle Details: Explains the lifecycle of Kanban workers, including orientation, work, heartbeat, block/complete steps.
  • Use Case: For a developer using Hermes Kanban, this Skill helps in understanding how to handle different workspace kinds, tenant isolation, and how to structure summaries and metadata for handoffs.

Quick Start

Load the kanban-worker skill to get detailed guidance on Kanban worker scenarios and improve your Hermes Kanban workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions about kanban-worker

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

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How does a Hermes Kanban worker lifecycle work during task processing?

A Hermes Kanban worker lifecycle progresses through orientation, work, heartbeat, block, and complete steps to manage task processing. This Skill details each phase, explaining how workers handle workspaces and tenant isolation throughout execution.

What are common Kanban worker pitfalls in Hermes workflows?

Common Kanban worker pitfalls in Hermes involve improper workspace handling, broken tenant isolation, and malformed summary or metadata shaping during handoffs. This Skill addresses these specific issues with practical examples to prevent workflow failures.

How do I structure summaries and metadata for Hermes Kanban handoffs?

Structuring summaries and metadata for Hermes Kanban handoffs requires shaping data to maintain context across worker transitions. This Skill provides guidance on formatting these handoff payloads correctly to ensure seamless task continuation.

How do I handle retry scenarios for a failed Kanban worker in Hermes?

Handling retry scenarios for a failed Hermes Kanban worker requires understanding lifecycle block steps and workspace state recovery. This Skill offers examples of retry configurations to safely reprocess failed tasks without data duplication.

Do I need prior knowledge of Hermes architecture to use Kanban workers?

Using Kanban workers requires an existing understanding of Hermes Kanban architecture and workflow management concepts. This Skill targets developers already working within Hermes who need deep dive guidance on specific worker pitfalls and scenarios.

How does tenant isolation work with different workspace kinds in Hermes Kanban?

Tenant isolation in Hermes Kanban separates workspace kinds to prevent cross-tenant data leakage during worker execution. This Skill explains how to configure workspace handling correctly to maintain strict isolation boundaries across different tenant environments.