overseer-plan

Convert planning Markdown into hierarchical Overseer tasks via the MCP codemode API.

4|Updated May 21, 2020

Search Tags:#planning #MCP #milestones #tasks #subtasks #overseer #codemode

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npx skills add https://github.com/eratio08/dotfiles --skill overseer-plan-eratio08

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Skill: overseer-plan
Source: https://github.com/eratio08/dotfiles/tree/main/opencode/.config/opencode/skills/overseer-plan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/eratio08/dotfiles --skill overseer-plan-eratio08

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill converts planning Markdown documents into trackable Overseer tasks, enabling teams to transform plans into concrete work items.

Core Features & Use Cases

Converts planning markdown into a milestone with hierarchical tasks (milestones, tasks, subtasks)
Supports including context, priorities, and parent relationships for organizing work
Useful for converting specs or design docs into actionable tasks that feed into project workflows

Quick Start

Run /overseer-plan on a plan markdown to generate a milestone and optional subtasks.

Frequently Asked Questions about overseer-plan

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I convert planning markdown into trackable milestones and subtasks?▼

To convert planning markdown into trackable milestones, run the tool against your document to parse it and create hierarchical tasks via the MCP codemode API. It validates the breakdown and prompts for review before generating the work items.

What is the best way to break a design spec into actionable parent and child tasks?▼

Breaking a design spec into actionable parent and child tasks is done by converting the markdown into an Overseer milestone. The skill supports optional parentage to organize hierarchical subtasks with rich context and priorities.

Can I use MCP codemode API to validate task breakdowns before creating them?▼

Yes, you can use the MCP codemode API to validate task breakdowns before creation. The workflow specifically validates the hierarchical breakdown from your markdown and prompts for Oracle review to ensure accuracy before finalizing.

Does overseer-plan support adding context and priorities when creating tasks from markdown?▼

Yes, overseer-plan supports adding context and priorities when creating tasks from markdown. It converts planning documents into milestones while allowing you to include rich context and set parent relationships for organizing work.

What file format is required to generate hierarchical tasks in Overseer?▼

Generating hierarchical tasks in Overseer requires a planning Markdown file as input. The skill uses frontmatter-based metadata, like name and description, to process the document and create the corresponding milestones and subtasks.