speckit-tasks

Generate a prioritized, dependency-ordered tasks.md from design artifacts.

1|Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/apply-the/canon --skill speckit-tasks-apply-the
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: speckit-tasks
Source: https://github.com/apply-the/canon/tree/main/.agents/skills/speckit-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/apply-the/canon --skill speckit-tasks-apply-the

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Speckit-tasks helps teams generate a dependency-ordered tasks.md from available design artifacts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generates a structured tasks.md that maps governance, setup, foundational, and user-story phases to concrete tasks with file paths and checklists.
  • Supports mapping tasks to user stories from plan.md and spec.md, including validation, evidence, and independent review tasks.
  • Produces a ready-to-run tasks document that can be executed by an automation or by a developer.

Quick Start

Run speckit-tasks to generate a tasks.md from the repository's design artifacts.

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 tasks from design artifacts?

To generate dependency-ordered tasks from design artifacts, you need a feature development project with a .specify/ structure containing plan.md and spec.md files. The system maps user stories and constraints into a prioritized tasks.md file ready for execution.

What is a dependency-ordered tasks.md file for software projects?

A dependency-ordered tasks.md file is a structured document that maps governance, setup, foundational, and user-story phases to concrete tasks. It includes file paths, checklists, validation, evidence, and independent review tasks for project execution.

Does task generation work with my plan.md and spec.md files?

Yes, task generation maps tasks to user stories and constraints directly from your existing plan.md and spec.md files. It requires a feature development project utilizing a .specify/ structure to organize these design artifacts.

Can I use the generated tasks.md for automated project execution?

Yes, the generated tasks.md produces a ready-to-run document that can be executed by an automation tool or a developer. It structures governance, artifacts, tests, and evidence tasks specifically for execution readiness.

What is the best way to include governance and evidence tasks in project planning?

The best way to include governance and evidence tasks is to generate a structured tasks.md from available design artifacts. This process automatically maps and integrates validation, evidence, and independent review tasks into your project phases.