speckit-tasks

Generate a dependency-ordered tasks.md from spec-kit design artifacts.

Updated Apr 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/victorevh/orbitarium-engine-sdd --skill speckit-tasks-victorevh
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Skill: speckit-tasks
Source: https://github.com/victorevh/orbitarium-engine-sdd/tree/main/.cursor/skills/speckit-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/victorevh/orbitarium-engine-sdd --skill speckit-tasks-victorevh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation of a structured, dependency-aware tasks.md file for a feature by analyzing design artifacts in a spec-kit style project (including plan.md, spec.md, and optional documents).

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generates a complete tasks.md organized by phases: Setup, Foundational, and per-user story tasks in priority order.
  • Builds a dependency graph showing story completion order and parallel execution opportunities.
  • Validates task completeness and provides a clear path from design artifacts to actionable tasks.

Quick Start

Run the speckit-tasks workflow against your repository to generate the tasks.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about speckit-tasks

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a dependency-ordered tasks.md from design artifacts?

To generate a dependency-ordered tasks.md from design artifacts, use a spec-kit workflow that parses plan.md and spec.md files to extract feature names and map user stories into a prioritized, checklist-formatted task list.

What is a dependency graph for user stories in spec-kit projects?

A dependency graph for user stories in spec-kit projects maps the completion order of tasks, identifying which story tasks must be sequential and which offer opportunities for parallel execution during implementation.

How do I organize feature tasks into setup, foundational, and user story phases?

Organize feature tasks into setup, foundational, and user story phases by running an automated task generation process that reads your spec.md user stories and outputs a structured tasks.md document with priority ordering.

Does speckit-tasks work with projects that only have a .specify directory?

Yes, speckit-tasks requires a .specify directory and works with spec-kit style projects by analyzing plan.md, spec.md, data-model.md, contracts/, research.md, and quickstart.md files to produce validated task plans.

Can I extend the task generation process with custom hooks?

Yes, you can extend the task generation process using optional extension hook processing, which allows you to customize the validated tasks.md output after the dependency graph and user stories are mapped.

What's the best way to validate task completeness from a spec.md file?

The best way to validate task completeness from a spec.md file is to use an automated task generator that cross-references design artifacts, builds a dependency graph, and outputs a checklist-formatted tasks document ensuring all stories are covered.