skill-status

Display project workflow status and recommend next actions from Claude Octopus state files.

Updated Jun 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/burgebj/claudeoctopus --skill skill-status-burgebj
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Skill: skill-status
Source: https://github.com/burgebj/claudeoctopus/tree/main/.claude/skills/skill-status
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/burgebj/claudeoctopus --skill skill-status-burgebj

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users understand their current project workflow position, progress state, blockers, and recommended next steps without manually inspecting project files.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Workflow Status Dashboard: Reads project state and roadmap information to display the current phase, position, completion progress, and blockers.
  • Intelligent Next-Step Routing: Suggests appropriate follow-up actions based on workflow phase and status conditions.
  • Use Case: When a developer asks what is next in a Claude Octopus project, this Skill summarizes the active workflow state and guides them to the correct phase action.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to show the current project status and recommend what to do next.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-status

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check my project workflow status and see what to do next?

To check project workflow status, the skill reads project state files and roadmap metadata to generate a dashboard. It displays the current phase, completion progress, and active blockers, while recommending the appropriate follow-up actions for your development workflow.

What is workflow progress tracking in Claude Octopus project state files?

Workflow progress tracking in Claude Octopus involves reading project state files and workflow metadata to summarize your active development phase. It identifies current position, completion progress, and blockers without manually inspecting project files.

How do I identify blockers in my software development roadmap?

To identify blockers in your software development roadmap, use a workflow status dashboard to parse project state information. It automatically detects and surfaces active blockers, helping you understand what is preventing progress in your current development phase.

Can I get next-step routing suggestions based on my current project phase?

Yes, you can get next-step routing suggestions based on your current project phase. Intelligent routing analyzes workflow metadata and status conditions to recommend appropriate follow-up actions, guiding developers to the correct phase action automatically.

Do I need Claude Octopus project state files to track workflow progress?

Yes, you need Claude Octopus project state files and workflow metadata to track workflow progress. The status dashboard requires access to these files to generate accurate progress checks, phase tracking, and project memory summaries.