promote-idea

Promote researched ideas into the backlog for sprint planning.

Updated Mar 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/YarikChekin/ralph-cc --skill promote-idea
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Skill: promote-idea
Source: https://github.com/YarikChekin/ralph-cc/tree/main/skills/promote-idea
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/YarikChekin/ralph-cc --skill promote-idea

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps teams move validated ideas from the research phase into the backlog so sprint planning can begin with concrete options.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Idea readiness check: verifies that ideas have sufficient research and open questions resolved.
  • Backlog creation: writes a well-structured backlog entry with a clear problem, decided approach, and remaining work.
  • Status synchronization: updates the idea status to planned and updates the ideas index.

Quick Start

Promote a researched idea to the backlog to prepare for the next sprint.

Frequently Asked Questions about promote-idea

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I promote a researched idea into the product backlog for sprint planning?

To promote a researched idea into the product backlog, the skill writes a structured backlog entry, updates the idea status to planned, and synchronizes the ideas index for sprint planning.

What is the process for moving validated ideas from research to a sprint backlog?

Moving validated ideas to a sprint backlog requires checking idea readiness, writing a backlog entry with the decided approach, and updating the idea status to planned in the index.

Can I add an idea to the backlog if it still has unresolved open questions?

No, the idea readiness check verifies that ideas have sufficient research and open questions resolved before allowing promotion to the backlog for sprint planning.

What is the best way to synchronize idea status with the backlog during product planning?

The best way to synchronize idea status during product planning is to promote the idea, which automatically updates the status to planned and reflects the change in the ideas index.

How do I create a structured backlog entry from an existing ideas directory?

Creating a structured backlog entry from an ideas directory involves promoting the researched idea, which writes the entry with a clear problem definition, decided approach, and remaining work.

When should I not promote an idea to the product backlog?

You should not promote an idea to the product backlog if it lacks sufficient research, has unresolved open questions, or is not yet ready for sprint planning entry.