ship-quick

Apply small code changes with test-first validation and a single auditable commit.

2|1|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Acendas/shipyard --skill ship-quick
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ship-quick
Source: https://github.com/Acendas/shipyard/tree/main/plugins/shipyard/skills/ship-quick
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Acendas/shipyard --skill ship-quick

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Shipyard's quick task enables engineers to apply small, well-scoped changes with automated testing and a single, auditable commit, avoiding unnecessary sprint overhead and context-switching.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Test-first workflow: enforce tests before committing small changes.
  • Isolated scope: ensure changes are self-contained and easily reviewable.
  • Auditable commits: produce a single focused commit with a clear rationale, suitable for quick repairs or tidyups without a full sprint.

Quick Start

Describe your quick task in one sentence to start.

Frequently Asked Questions about ship-quick

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

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How do I commit small code changes without sprint planning overhead?

You can ship small code changes without sprint planning by using a quick-task workflow that isolates scope, enforces test-first validation, and produces a single auditable commit.

What is a test-first workflow for quick code edits?

A test-first workflow for quick code edits requires automated tests to validate self-contained changes before committing, ensuring small repairs or tidyups are reviewable without needing full sprint overhead.

How do I prevent scope creep when applying quick code repairs?

You prevent scope creep during quick code repairs by applying strict guardrails that enforce a one-task workflow, keeping changes isolated and resulting in a single focused commit.

Can I use quick-task workflows for large feature development?

Quick-task workflows cannot be used for large feature development because the scope is strictly limited to small, self-contained edits that do not require sprint planning, preventing broader multi-commit features.

How do I create auditable commits for isolated code tidyups?

Create auditable commits for isolated code tidyups by executing a quick-task workflow that records a single focused commit with a clear rationale, validated by tests before submission.