linear-issue-style

Enforce caveman-lite prose on Linear issue descriptions during creation and updates.

1|Updated Jun 3, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jaysoo/dot-ai-config --skill linear-issue-style
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Skill: linear-issue-style
Source: https://github.com/jaysoo/dot-ai-config/tree/main/dot_gemini/skills/linear-issue-style
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaysoo/dot-ai-config --skill linear-issue-style

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Enforce caveman-lite prose on Linear issue descriptions written or updated via the Linear MCP tools. Descriptions must be succinct: no filler, no hedging, no marketing recap. Keep articles and full sentences; drop everything else. Applies to ALL Linear issue create/update operations — no user keyword required. Triggers automatically when about to call:

  • mcp__gemini_ai_Linear__save_issue
  • mcp__gemini_ai_Linear__create_comment (if comment is issue-description-like) Also triggers on phrases like "make this Linear issue shorter", "caveman-lite the issue", "trim the description".

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces caveman-lite prose on all Linear issue descriptions to improve clarity and conciseness.
  • Hooks into Linear MCP workflows and phrase triggers to ensure description quality without requiring user intervention.
  • Provides a consistent, machine-enforceable style that streamlines issue communication across teams.

Quick Start

Apply caveman-lite prose to the current Linear issue description during creation or update.

Frequently Asked Questions about linear-issue-style

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I enforce concise writing style on Linear issue descriptions?

This Skill automatically applies caveman-lite prose to descriptions whenever you create or update Linear issues via MCP tools, ensuring descriptions are succinct without requiring a specific user keyword.

Does the style enforcement trigger automatically when saving a Linear issue?

Yes, the style enforcement triggers automatically across all Linear issue create and update workflows, including automated MCP calls and manual edits, without needing a specific user keyword.

What is caveman-lite prose for issue tracking communication?

It enforces a machine-checkable style that eliminates unnecessary text, keeping articles and full sentences while dropping everything else for streamlined issue communication.

Can I manually trigger description shortening on an existing Linear issue?

You can manually trigger the shortening by using phrases like "make this Linear issue shorter", "caveman-lite the issue", or "trim the description" to enforce the style rules on demand.

What are the limitations of automating Linear issue description formatting?

The main limitation is that the style enforcement strictly applies to Linear issue descriptions and description-like comments, targeting only the Linear MCP save and create workflows.