spec-kit-tasks-to-issues

Convert tasks from tasks.md into GitHub Issues via MCP server.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/CLOCKWORK-TEMPTATION/plugin_01UphfxAg16yZB4YodKYf1RZ --skill spec-kit-tasks-to-issues
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Skill: spec-kit-tasks-to-issues
Source: https://github.com/CLOCKWORK-TEMPTATION/plugin_01UphfxAg16yZB4YodKYf1RZ/tree/main/skills/spec-kit-tasks-to-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CLOCKWORK-TEMPTATION/plugin_01UphfxAg16yZB4YodKYf1RZ --skill spec-kit-tasks-to-issues

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Converts a structured list of tasks from tasks.md into GitHub Issues to enable tracking, assignment, and progress in a standard workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Issue Creation: Reads each task from tasks.md and creates a corresponding GitHub Issue in the repository linked to the current Git remote, using the MCP server.
  • Safety Guards: Validates that the Git remote URL points to GitHub and prevents creation in incorrect repos.
  • Workflow Integration: Integrates with speckit task planning to synchronize tasks to issues, enabling traceability from spec to implementation.

Quick Start

Run claude /speckit.taskstoissues to generate GitHub Issues from your tasks.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about spec-kit-tasks-to-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert tasks from a markdown file into GitHub issues automatically?

To convert markdown tasks into GitHub issues automatically, this Skill reads structured task breakdowns from tasks.md and creates corresponding issues in the linked GitHub repository using the MCP server.

Does this task automation check if my Git remote is correctly linked to GitHub?

Yes, this GitHub issue automation includes safety guards that validate your Git remote URL points to GitHub, preventing incorrect issue creation in the wrong repository.

What do I need to generate GitHub issues from my tasks.md file?

To generate GitHub issues from tasks.md, you need a structured task list, a local Git repository with a remote URL pointing to GitHub, and the MCP server configured for issue creation.

Can I synchronize speckit task planning to GitHub for implementation tracking?

Yes, you can synchronize speckit task planning to GitHub by converting tasks.md entries into GitHub issues, enabling full traceability from initial spec to implementation tracking.

Why does automated issue creation fail when pushing tasks to a GitHub repository?

Automated issue creation fails if the Git remote validation detects the repository URL does not point to GitHub, or if the tasks.md file lacks the required structured task breakdown format.