linear-triage

Execute a structured weekly triage process for Linear projects.

1|Updated May 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/argen/hornero --skill linear-triage-argen
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Skill: linear-triage
Source: https://github.com/argen/hornero/tree/main/roles/product-manager/skills/linear-triage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/argen/hornero --skill linear-triage-argen

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps product managers streamline the weekly triage process for Linear projects, ensuring strategic alignment and queue management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Strategy Alignment Check: Re-confirm the project's strategic alignment with active issues.
  • Stale Work Identification: Identifies and addresses stale or duplicate work.
  • Cycle Scope Trim: Ensures the team's next cycle reflects current strategy.
  • Blocker Surface: Surface and address cross-team blockers.
  • Readout Creation: Provides a detailed readout for the team's next steps.
  • Use Case: A PM uses this Skill to prepare for a sprint kickoff by pruning the cycle scope and ensuring all work aligns with the project's current strategy.

Quick Start

Run the linear-triage skill to execute a strategic triage pass on your Linear project.

Frequently Asked Questions about linear-triage

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

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How do I streamline weekly project triage in Linear to ensure strategic alignment?

Streamline weekly Linear project triage by executing a structured process that checks strategic alignment against active issues, identifies stale work, trims cycle scope, and surfaces cross-team blockers to prepare for sprint kickoff.

What is the best way to identify and manage stale or duplicate issues during a Linear triage?

The best way to manage stale or duplicate Linear issues during triage is to run a structured weekly pass that identifies outdated work, checks it against current project strategy, and prunes the next cycle scope accordingly.

How do I surface cross-team blockers when preparing for a Linear sprint kickoff?

Surface cross-team blockers for a Linear sprint kickoff by running a triage process that scans project issues, identifies dependencies blocking progress, and generates a detailed readout of next steps for the team.

Can I trim the next cycle scope in Linear to reflect current project strategy?

Yes, you can trim the next Linear cycle scope by re-confirming the project's strategic alignment with active issues, identifying stale work, and pruning the queue to ensure the upcoming cycle reflects current priorities.

Does the linear-triage process work for managing queue backlogs in Linear projects?

Yes, the Linear triage process manages queue backlogs by executing a weekly structured pass that identifies duplicate work, surfaces blockers, and aligns active issues with project strategy to maintain a clean queue.

When should I run a strategic triage pass on my Linear project?

Run a strategic triage pass on your Linear project weekly before a sprint kickoff to re-confirm strategic alignment, address stale work, trim the cycle scope, and surface blockers for upcoming development.