linear

Manage Linear issues, projects, and teams via the GraphQL API with curl.

Updated Mar 22, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #api #graphql #linear #issues #projects #curl

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npx skills add https://github.com/ChimeraFoundationa/Agentx --skill linear-chimerafoundationa

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: linear
Source: https://github.com/ChimeraFoundationa/Agentx/tree/main/skills/productivity/linear
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ChimeraFoundationa/Agentx --skill linear-chimerafoundationa

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Enables programmatic management of Linear issues, projects, and teams using the GraphQL API with curl. This avoids manual UI toil and enables automation across workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

Create, update, search, and organize Linear issues, projects, and teams via GraphQL.
Authenticate with LINEAR_API_KEY; no OAuth required.
Typical use case: automate sprint planning and bulk updates across engineering backlogs.

Quick Start

Run a curl command to query the Linear GraphQL endpoint using your LINEAR_API_KEY.

Frequently Asked Questions about linear

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate Linear issue management using the GraphQL API?▼

Automate Linear issue management by sending curl requests to the https://api.linear.app/graphql endpoint, authenticating with your LINEAR_API_KEY to create, update, and query issues programmatically without manual UI interaction.

Can I use curl to interact with Linear projects and teams?▼

Yes, you can use curl to interact with Linear projects and teams by executing GraphQL mutations and queries against the Linear API, enabling bulk updates and automated sprint planning across engineering backlogs.

Do I need an OAuth token to manage Linear tasks via the API?▼

No, OAuth is not required to manage Linear tasks via the API. You only need to set the LINEAR_API_KEY environment variable to authenticate your curl requests to the Linear GraphQL endpoint.

What's the best way to bulk update engineering backlogs in Linear?▼

The best way to bulk update engineering backlogs in Linear is using curl to send GraphQL API requests, which automates programmatic management of issues and projects across typical software development workflows.

Does the Linear API support querying issues using identifiers like ENG-123?▼

Yes, the Linear API supports querying issues using both standard UUIDs and human-readable identifiers like ENG-123, allowing flexible targeting when automating tasks via GraphQL and curl.