orient

Analyze repository status and task queues to recommend the next action.

Updated Apr 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/smanist/a-exp --skill orient-smanist
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: orient
Source: https://github.com/smanist/a-exp/tree/main/.agents/skills/orient
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/smanist/a-exp --skill orient-smanist

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The orient skill helps teams quickly establish situational awareness at the start of a work session and identify the single highest-leverage next action.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Rapid context gathering from repository state, project TASKS.md, and recent sessions.
  • Priority-based task selection to maximize knowledge production and minimize waste.
  • Scoped operation: can run for all active projects or be project-specific, outputting a clear recommendation and rationale.

Quick Start

Execute /orient fast for a quick orient, or /orient full for a comprehensive orient.

Frequently Asked Questions about orient

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

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How do I determine the highest-leverage next action for a project session?

To determine the highest-leverage next action, you can use session planning to analyze repository status, recent activity, and task queues. This ranks candidate tasks and outputs a recommendation with rationale and expected outcomes.

What is task prioritization based on knowledge output in project management?

Task prioritization based on knowledge output ranks tasks to maximize knowledge production and minimize waste. It evaluates project context and decision signals to select the single most impactful action for immediate execution.

How do I establish situational awareness at the start of a work cycle?

Establishing situational awareness at the start of a work cycle involves gathering context from repository state and task lists. This process identifies the current project state to guide immediate execution priorities.

Can I scope task ranking to a specific project instead of all active projects?

Yes, you can scope task ranking to a specific project instead of all active projects. The process supports both broad operation across all active projects and targeted analysis for a single project context.

What is the best way to plan work cycles using repository status and recent activity?

The best way to plan work cycles is by analyzing repository status and recent activity to identify priority tasks. This method produces a clearly stated recommendation with dependencies and risk signals to guide execution.

What dependencies do I need to run a fast orient session for task prioritization?

You do not need any dependencies to run a fast orient session for task prioritization. The skill operates independently without external components to analyze project context and rank tasks.