maestro:status

Interpret Maestro status output to diagnose feature progress and recommend next steps.

Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ReinaMacCredy/Maestro-CLI --skill maestro-status
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Skill: maestro:status
Source: https://github.com/ReinaMacCredy/Maestro-CLI/tree/main/.codex/skills/maestro%3Astatus
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ReinaMacCredy/Maestro-CLI --skill maestro-status

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users understand the current state of their development features within the Maestro orchestrator, identify potential problems, and receive clear, actionable guidance on what to do next.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Feature Progress Interpretation: Analyzes maestro status output to determine the current phase of a feature (Discovery, Planning, Execution, Completion).
  • Problem Detection: Identifies critical issues like zombie tasks (stale in-progress tasks), blocked tasks, failed tasks, and unaddressed plan comments.
  • Actionable Recommendations: Provides specific, context-aware commands to resolve issues and advance the feature development.
  • Use Case: After a long coding session, run this Skill to get an immediate, human-readable summary of your feature's status, pinpoint any stalled tasks, and know exactly which command to run to get back on track.

Quick Start

Interpret the current maestro status output and provide guidance on the next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about maestro:status

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I interpret maestro status output to understand feature progress?โ–ผ

To interpret maestro status output, analyze task statuses, plan approval states, and context files to determine the current feature development phase, from Discovery to Completion. This identifies actionable next steps and provides clear remediation commands to advance progress.

How do I identify and fix zombie tasks in my feature development workflow?โ–ผ

To fix zombie tasks in your feature development workflow, parse the maestro status output to detect stale in-progress tasks. The system prioritizes these issues and provides specific, context-aware remediation commands to clear them and resume feature progress.

What is the best way to diagnose blocked or failed tasks during feature execution?โ–ผ

The best way to diagnose blocked or failed tasks during feature execution is to run a status check that detects and prioritizes these issues. It analyzes current task states and delivers targeted commands to resolve failures and unblock the development workflow.

Can I get actionable commands for unaddressed plan comments in maestro?โ–ผ

Yes, you can get actionable commands for unaddressed plan comments in maestro by interpreting the status output. It detects unreviewed comments within the planning phase and provides specific guidance to address them before proceeding to execution.

Why does my feature development workflow stall during the planning phase?โ–ผ

Your feature development workflow may stall during the planning phase due to unaddressed plan comments or blocked tasks. Analyzing the maestro status output identifies these specific stalls and recommends exact commands to approve plans and advance.