ralph-loop

Automate iterative task loops with dependency-aware backlog processing.

3|Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/BenjaminG/ai-skills --skill ralph-loop-benjaming
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Skill: ralph-loop
Source: https://github.com/BenjaminG/ai-skills/tree/main/ralph-loop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BenjaminG/ai-skills --skill ralph-loop-benjaming

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables you to design and run autonomous iterative loops that process a backlog of tasks, enabling predictable, repeatable execution without manual intervention.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Task-driven iteration: Builds a loop around a backlog of tasks with dependencies.
  • Template-driven prompts: Uses ready-to-run templates to bootstrap loops.
  • Progress and knowledge retention: Logs progress and accumulates learnings during iterations.
  • Quick Start scenarios: Deploy for migration, exploration, or refactoring workflows across codebases.

Quick Start

Initialize a Ralph loop with the provided script and point it at your output directory. Then customize the loop by selecting a template and goal.

Frequently Asked Questions about ralph-loop

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

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How do I automate iterative task processing for a backlog?

Automating iterative task processing involves running a loop over a backlog of tasks with clear acceptance criteria. This Skill uses a loop runner to process tasks one at a time with dependency awareness, logging progress and accumulating knowledge during iterations.

What is the best way to run prompt-driven refactoring workflows across a codebase?

Prompt-driven refactoring workflows can be executed using template-driven prompts that bootstrap autonomous loops. This approach processes codebase tasks sequentially while maintaining dependency awareness, ensuring predictable, repeatable execution without manual intervention.

How do you handle task dependencies in an automation loop?

Handling task dependencies in an automation loop requires a task system that tracks and updates task statuses. This Skill applies dependency awareness to process backlog items one at a time, ensuring prerequisite tasks are completed before dependent ones begin.

Can I use template-driven prompts for codebase migration and exploration?

Template-driven prompts support codebase migration, exploration, testing, and refactoring workflows. By initializing a loop with a selected template and goal, you can automate predictable, repeatable execution across a backlog of tasks.

Does this backlog processing framework require a specific task system?

Backlog processing requires a task system to track task lists and update task statuses. This Skill satisfies those requirements internally, using a loop runner to orchestrate prompts and manage dependency-aware execution over your backlog.