speckit-tasks

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

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/william-menezes/pet-volta --skill speckit-tasks-william-menezes
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Skill: speckit-tasks
Source: https://github.com/william-menezes/pet-volta/tree/main/.claude/skills/speckit-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/william-menezes/pet-volta --skill speckit-tasks-william-menezes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates the creation of structured, dependency-aware task plans for a feature by transforming scattered design artifacts into a clear execution blueprint.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generates tasks.md organized by user story phases (Setup, Foundational, US1, US2, ..., Polish) with a strict checklist format
  • Builds a dependency graph showing story completion order and opportunities for parallel work
  • Adapts to missing documents (plan.md, spec.md, data-model.md, contracts/, research.md) and produces actionable tasks accordingly

Quick Start

Run the speckit-tasks generator with the available design artifacts to produce 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 task plan from spec-kit design artifacts?

To generate a dependency-ordered task plan, run the speckit-tasks generator with available design artifacts like plan.md and data-model.md. It outputs a checklist-formatted tasks.md with phase-based user stories and a dependency graph.

What is the best way to create a checklist for project management from scattered design documents?

Creating a checklist from scattered design documents is best handled by automating task generation from your spec-kit files. This process transforms your existing research.md and contracts into a structured, actionable execution blueprint.

Can I generate a tasks.md file if some spec-kit documents like contracts or research.md are missing?

Yes, you can generate a tasks.md file with missing spec-kit documents. The generator adapts to incomplete inputs like missing contracts or research.md and still produces actionable, phase-based project-management tasks accordingly.

How does the task generator handle parallel execution and MVP scope reporting?

The task generator handles parallel execution by building a dependency graph that identifies story completion order and opportunities for concurrent work. It also outputs an MVP scope report within the generated tasks.md checklist.

Do I need a complete data-model.md to produce phase-based user stories?

You do not need a complete data-model.md to produce phase-based user stories. The generator adapts to available design artifacts, organizing tasks into Setup, Foundational, and user story phases even when some inputs are missing.

Why should I automate dependency graph generation for feature development instead of manually planning tasks?

Automating dependency graph generation prevents misordered execution by transforming scattered design artifacts into a clear blueprint. It enforces task-generation rules to ensure your project-management checklist accurately reflects story completion order.