Phase Tracking Skill

Parse FEATURE.md files to track multi-phase feature implementation and blockers.

2|1|Updated Dec 26, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/1ambda/dataops-platform --skill phase-tracking-skill
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Skill: Phase Tracking Skill
Source: https://github.com/1ambda/dataops-platform/tree/main/.copilot/skills/phase-tracking
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/1ambda/dataops-platform --skill phase-tracking-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the issue of agents neglecting Phase 2 items after completing Phase 1 MVP, ensuring continuous progress and clear visibility into the entire feature lifecycle.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Phase Identification: Automatically detects and categorizes feature items into Phase 1, Phase 1.5, Phase 2, etc., based on defined markers in FEATURE.md files.
  • Status Tracking: Maintains a clear overview of the total, complete, in-progress, and blocked items for each phase, including identifying specific blockers.
  • Transition Management: Provides checklists and conditions for transitioning between phases, ensuring all prerequisites are met.
  • Backlog Generation: Automatically creates Phase 2 backlogs when Phase 1 is completed, prioritizing items based on dependencies and impact.
  • Progress Reporting: Generates concise progress reports summarizing overall feature advancement and highlighting critical blockers.
  • Use Case: When a feature like "Quality Spec" is being developed, this skill ensures that after the MVP (Phase 1) is done, the subsequent tasks like "Airflow DAG generation" and "Slack notifications" (Phase 2) are not forgotten and are actively tracked.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to show the phase status for the Quality feature.

Frequently Asked Questions about Phase Tracking Skill

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

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How do I track multi-phase feature implementation without losing Phase 2 backlog items?

Multi-phase feature implementation tracking requires parsing feature documents for phase markers to maintain detailed status reports. This approach identifies blockers, generates phased backlogs, and manages phase transition criteria to ensure comprehensive feature development lifecycle completion.

Why does my agile development project neglect Phase 2 tasks after completing the Phase 1 MVP?

Agile development projects often neglect Phase 2 tasks because there is no systematic phase management tracking continuous progress. Without parsing feature documents for phase markers and generating automatic Phase 2 backlogs upon Phase 1 completion, subsequent items are easily forgotten.

How do I generate a phase transition checklist for feature tracking?

To generate phase transition checklists for feature tracking, the system parses defined markers in feature documents and evaluates transition conditions. This ensures all prerequisites are met before moving from Phase 1 to Phase 2, providing clear visibility into the feature lifecycle.

Can I use markdown feature documents for automated phase management and progress reporting?

Yes, you can use markdown feature documents for automated phase management by defining specific phase markers within the files. The system automatically detects and categorizes feature items into Phase 1, Phase 1.5, Phase 2, etc., based on these defined markers to maintain status tracking.

What is the best way to manage blockers across multiple feature development phases?

The best way to manage blockers across feature development phases is to maintain a clear overview of total, complete, in-progress, and blocked items for each phase. This systematic tracking identifies specific blockers and generates concise progress reports highlighting critical issues.

Do I need to manually define phase markers for backlog generation to work?

Yes, you need to manually define phase markers in your feature documents for backlog generation to work. The system automatically creates Phase 2 backlogs when Phase 1 is completed by parsing these defined markers, prioritizing items based on dependencies and impact.