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Update Linear issues to In Progress and create Git branches.

Updated Mar 10, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#git#development workflow#branching#issue tracking#linear
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rarebit-one/ground-control-api --skill start-rarebit-one
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: start
Source: https://github.com/rarebit-one/ground-control-api/tree/main/.claude/skills/start
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rarebit-one/ground-control-api --skill start-rarebit-one

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of starting work on Linear issues by automating status updates and Git branch creation, ensuring a consistent and efficient development setup.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Status Updates: Changes Linear issues to "In Progress" automatically.
  • Intelligent Branching: Creates feature branches based on issue identifiers and descriptions, handling various Git states (clean, dirty, existing branches).
  • Contextual Information: Displays issue details, descriptions, and acceptance criteria after setup.
  • Use Case: When you're assigned a new task in Linear, simply tell the AI to /start GCL-123, and it will update the issue, create a new Git branch named gcl-123/issue-title, and show you the issue details.

Quick Start

Use the start skill to begin working on issue GCL-123.

Frequently Asked Questions about start

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a Git branch from a Linear issue automatically?▼

To create a Git branch from a Linear issue automatically, use the start Skill to fetch the issue, update its status to In Progress, and generate a matching feature branch using the issue identifier and title.

Can I update Linear issue status to In Progress when starting development?▼

Yes, you can update Linear issue status to In Progress when starting development. The start Skill automates this status change upon branch creation, with an option to skip the update if preferred.

Does the Linear Git integration support worktree creation?▼

Yes, the Linear Git integration supports worktree creation. When initiating development for a Linear issue, you can configure the start Skill to create a Git worktree alongside the standard branch generation.

What is the best way to manage Linear backlog items in a development workflow?▼

The best way to manage Linear backlog items in a development workflow is fetching assigned issues or backlog items directly via the start Skill, which sets up the Git branch and displays acceptance criteria instantly.

How does Git branch naming work when starting Linear issues?▼

Git branch naming works by deriving a slug from the Linear issue identifier and description. For example, starting issue GCL-123 creates a branch named gcl-123/issue-title to maintain consistency.

Do I need Linear MCP to start Linear issues with Git?▼

Yes, you need Linear MCP integration and Git command-line tools to start Linear issues with Git. These dependencies allow the start Skill to query issue data and execute local branch management commands.

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