linear-worktree

Match a Linear issue to conversation context and seed a feature branch.

25|4|Updated Dec 11, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #worktree #linear #developer-tools #issue-management #feature-branch

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/CaptainCrouton89/crouton-kit --skill linear-worktree

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: linear-worktree
Source: https://github.com/CaptainCrouton89/crouton-kit/tree/main/plugins/dev-utilities/skills/linear-worktree
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CaptainCrouton89/crouton-kit --skill linear-worktree

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps software teams quickly locate a Linear issue that matches a conversation context and seeds a feature-branch workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

Issue matching: Finds the best matching Linear issue based on chat context.
New issue handling: Returns NEW_ISSUE_NEEDED when no suitable issue exists and guides issue creation.
Automation-ready: Integrates with the new-worktree workflow to seed a feature branch.

Quick Start

Use the linear-worktree skill to locate a matching Linear issue and prepare a new-worktree operation for a feature branch.

Frequently Asked Questions about linear-worktree

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automatically match a Linear issue to create a feature branch?▼

This skill matches a Linear issue by analyzing conversation context, then outputs a branch slug to initiate a new-worktree operation for automated feature branch creation.

What happens if no matching Linear issue is found during worktree creation?▼

When no suitable Linear issue is found, the workflow returns a NEW_ISSUE_NEEDED status to guide the developer through creating a new issue before proceeding with feature branch generation.

Can I use this to integrate Linear issue management with developer automation workflows?▼

Yes, you can automate Linear issue management by using this skill within developer workflows to locate issues via the Linear CLI and prepare the new-worktree operation for feature branch creation.

Does this skill require the Linear CLI to list issues and create branches?▼

Yes, the Linear CLI is required for issue listing and branch creation, as the skill relies on it to locate matching issues and seed the new-worktree operation.

Why does my Linear worktree workflow return a LINEAR_UNAVAILABLE status?▼

A LINEAR_UNAVAILABLE status is returned when the skill cannot access the Linear CLI or connect to the service, preventing it from listing issues and creating a feature branch.