speckit-tasks

Generate dependency-ordered task lists from spec.md and plan.md files.

2|1|Updated Jul 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/0xbillw/dotfiles --skill speckit-tasks-0xbillw
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Skill: speckit-tasks
Source: https://github.com/0xbillw/dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/speckit-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/0xbillw/dotfiles --skill speckit-tasks-0xbillw

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the ambiguity of project planning by automatically generating a structured, dependency-aware task list from your design artifacts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Task Generation: Parses project specifications and plans to create a logical execution roadmap.
  • Dependency Mapping: Organizes tasks by user story and priority, ensuring foundational work is completed before feature implementation.
  • Use Case: When starting a new feature, use this skill to transform your spec.md and plan.md into a ready-to-execute checklist that keeps your development process organized and incremental.

Quick Start

Invoke the speckit-tasks skill to generate a tasks.md file based on the design documents in your current project directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about speckit-tasks

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate dependency-ordered project tasks from design artifacts?

To generate dependency-ordered project tasks, you invoke the skill within your project directory to parse spec.md and plan.md files, automatically mapping user stories and data models into a prioritized execution plan.

What is the best way to structure a software development task list from a project plan?

Structuring a software development task list is best handled by parsing your project specifications to organize tasks by user story and priority, ensuring foundational work is mapped before feature implementation.

What files do I need to generate a tasks.md execution roadmap?

You need a valid spec-kit project structure containing both spec.md and plan.md files to correctly generate an actionable tasks.md execution roadmap.

Can I use this automated task generation without a valid project structure?

No, automated task generation requires a valid project structure with spec.md and plan.md files present to correctly map interface contracts and data models into a checklist.

How does dependency mapping work when planning software development tasks?

Dependency mapping works by parsing design artifacts to organize tasks by user story and priority, ensuring foundational work is identified and completed before feature implementation begins.

Why does automated task generation require spec.md and plan.md files?

Automated task generation requires spec.md and plan.md files because these design artifacts contain the user stories, data models, and interface contracts necessary to map a prioritized execution plan.