linear-triage

Execute a structured weekly triage process for Linear projects.

1|Updated May 13, 2026

Search Tags:#project management #strategic alignment #queue management #blocker identification #Linear triage

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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

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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.

FAQPage Schema

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best way to manage stale or duplicate Linear issues during triage is to run a structured weekly pass that identifies outdated work, checks it against current project strategy, and prunes the next cycle scope accordingly.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