speckit-tasks

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

Updated Jul 17, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #workflow #spec-kit #software-engineering #project-management #task-generation

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npx skills add https://github.com/fmbetancourt/famifinances --skill speckit-tasks-fmbetancourt

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Skill: speckit-tasks
Source: https://github.com/fmbetancourt/famifinances/tree/main/.agents/skills/speckit-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fmbetancourt/famifinances --skill speckit-tasks-fmbetancourt

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the challenge of manually breaking down complex feature specifications into actionable, dependency-aware implementation tasks, ensuring consistent project structure and execution.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated Task Generation: Parses project design artifacts like spec.md and plan.md to create a structured tasks.md file.
Dependency Mapping: Automatically identifies and orders tasks based on user story priorities and technical prerequisites.
Use Case: When starting a new feature, use this skill to transform your high-level design documents into a granular, step-by-step checklist that is ready for immediate implementation.

Quick Start

Invoke the speckit-tasks skill to generate a comprehensive task list for the current feature directory based on the available design documents.

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 software design artifacts?▼

To generate dependency-ordered tasks, this skill parses project design artifacts like spec.md and plan.md to create a structured tasks.md file with mapped technical prerequisites.

Can I automatically create a task list from my spec-kit project structure?▼

Yes, you can automatically create a task list from a spec-kit project structure by invoking the skill to scan local design documents and generate granular implementation checklists.

What is the best way to break down feature specifications into actionable implementation tasks?▼

The best way to break down feature specifications is using automated task generation, which identifies user story priorities and maps technical dependencies to output a step-by-step tracking file.

Do I need a specific project structure to generate a dependency-aware task list?▼

Yes, you need a project structure compliant with the spec-kit standard and access to local design documentation to properly parse and map dependencies for implementation planning.

How does dependency mapping work when generating project tasks from specifications?▼

Dependency mapping works by analyzing available design documents to identify user story priorities and technical prerequisites, automatically ordering tasks to ensure consistent project execution.