next-issue

Recommend the next startable Linear issue using project state and blockers.

1|Updated Apr 29, 2026

Search Tags:#workflow #project management #task management #Linear #issue recommendation

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npx skills add https://github.com/g-bastianelli/nuthouse --skill next-issue-g-bastianelli

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Skill: next-issue
Source: https://github.com/g-bastianelli/nuthouse/tree/main/linear-devotee/skills/next-issue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/g-bastianelli/nuthouse --skill next-issue-g-bastianelli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users find their next issue to work on in Linear by providing a recommendation based on the project's current state.

Core Features & Use Cases

Issue Recommendation: Recommends the next issue to work on based on the project's state and user input.
Project Context: Fetches project issues and respects completed/canceled states and blockers.
Startable Issue Selection: Selects startable issues based on various criteria such as milestones, sort/order fields, and blockers.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to recommend the next issue to work on in your project by using the command 'Next issue recommendation for project XYZ'.

Frequently Asked Questions about next-issue

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I find the next Linear issue to work on based on project state?▼

To find the next Linear issue to work on, this Skill fetches your project issues and recommends the most appropriate startable task. It evaluates your project's current state by analyzing milestones, sort and order fields, and existing blockers to select an issue.

How does issue recommendation handle blockers and canceled tasks in Linear?▼

Issue recommendation handles blockers and canceled tasks by respecting completed and canceled states when fetching Linear issues. It specifically filters for startable issues, ensuring that tasks with unresolved dependencies or blockers are not recommended as your next issue.

Can I use this task management Skill to recommend issues for any Linear project?▼

You can recommend issues for any Linear project by asking the AI for a recommendation using a command like 'Next issue recommendation for project XYZ'. The Skill processes the specified project's context to identify the most appropriate startable issue.

Do I need git repository context to get a Linear issue recommendation?▼

You do need git repository context alongside Linear access to get a Linear issue recommendation. The Skill requires both environments to accurately fetch and process project issues, evaluate milestones, and select the most appropriate startable issue based on the project state.

What is the best way to prioritize startable Linear issues using project milestones?▼

The best way to prioritize startable Linear issues is to use this Skill, which evaluates project milestones and sort fields to select the most appropriate task. It filters out blocked, completed, and canceled issues to find a genuinely startable issue.

Why is my Linear issue recommendation not working when I ask for the next issue?▼

Your Linear issue recommendation may not be working if the Skill lacks access to Linear or the git repository context. It requires proper access to both environments to fetch project issues, evaluate blockers, and select a startable issue based on current project state.