linear-method

Plan and prioritize Linear work using initiatives, projects, milestones, and issues.

4|Updated Jan 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe --skill linear-method-danmestas
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: linear-method
Source: https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe/tree/main/skills/linear-method
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe --skill linear-method-danmestas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Streamlines the adoption and execution of Linear-based project management by providing a clear method to create, organize, and prioritize work for AI-enabled teams.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structure work using a clear hierarchy: Initiatives, Projects, Milestones, Issues, and Sub-issues.
  • Manage work cadence with cycles, backlogs, and a consistent priority framework.
  • Enforce a lean, plain-language writing approach for issues, with deduplication and proper relations (blocks, blockedBy, relatedTo, parentId, duplicateOf).
  • Align labeling, workflows, and scoping to ship in 1–3 week cycles while maintaining quality and speed.
  • Provide quick reference guidelines for agents to create and link work items, including required fields (title, team) and recommended metadata.
  • Apply common best practices and guardrails to avoid common mistakes and drift.

Quick Start

Instruct the AI to apply the Linear Method by setting up a project with milestones and the standard workflow, then create clear issues following the guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions about linear-method

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

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How do I structure Linear workflows for AI-enabled teams?

You structure Linear workflows by applying a clear hierarchy of Initiatives, Projects, Milestones, Issues, and Sub-issues, setting consistent priorities and enforcing a lean workflow across cycles.

What is the best way to manage backlog hygiene and issue prioritization in Linear?

Backlog hygiene and issue prioritization in Linear are managed by enforcing plain-language writing, deduplicating issues, and setting proper relations like blocks, blockedBy, and duplicateOf. This maintains quality while shipping in 1-3 week cycles.

How do I set up Linear projects with milestones and cycles?

To set up Linear projects with milestones and cycles, you instruct the AI to apply the Linear Method, establishing the standard workflow and creating clear issues with required fields like title and team. This aligns scoping to ship in 1-3 week cycles.

Can I use Linear method to manage dependencies and relations between issues?

Yes, the Linear method manages dependencies and relations by enforcing proper issue linking using blocks, blockedBy, relatedTo, parentId, and duplicateOf relations. This ensures clear work item connections and prevents drift.

Does the Linear method work for short 1-3 week shipping cycles?

Yes, the Linear method works for short shipping cycles by aligning labeling, workflows, and project scoping to ship in 1-3 week cycles. It applies guardrails and best practices to maintain speed and quality without common mistakes.

Why should I enforce plain-language writing for Linear issues?

You enforce plain-language writing for Linear issues to maintain a lean backlog and ensure quick reference guidelines for agents. This deduplication and proper relation mapping prevents workflow drift and ensures repeatable results.