start-task

Validate prerequisites, research dependencies, and present an implementation proposal for approval.

Updated Jan 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cooper538/eshop-demo --skill start-task-cooper538
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Skill: start-task
Source: https://github.com/cooper538/eshop-demo/tree/main/.claude/skills/start-task
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cooper538/eshop-demo --skill start-task-cooper538

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the initiation of development tasks by validating prerequisites, coordinating initial research, and surfacing a structured implementation proposal for approval.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency validation: Ensures all prerequisite tasks and files are complete before starting.
  • Research & analysis orchestration: Automates targeted codebase exploration and external research to inform planning.
  • Implementation proposal & approval: Presents a clear plan and asks for explicit user confirmation before execution.
  • Branch-aware kickoff: Supports MAIN and FEATURE_BRANCH workflows with proper status tracking.

Quick Start

Use the start-task command with a task identifier (e.g., 02 or task-02) to bootstrap work and automatically handle dependencies, research, and approval workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about start-task

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

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How do I validate task dependencies before starting development work?

Task dependency validation checks that all prerequisite tasks and files are complete before starting. It detects dependencies automatically, ensuring your workflow has the required foundations in place before initiating the core task.

What is the best way to get an implementation proposal approved before coding?

An implementation proposal presents a clear plan and asks for explicit user confirmation before execution. It automates targeted codebase exploration to inform planning, then surfaces the structured proposal for approval across main or feature-branch workflows.

How do I start a task using a multi-format task identifier?

Starting a task uses a command with a multi-format task identifier like 02 or task-02 to bootstrap work. It automatically handles dependencies, conducts research, and guides you through the approval workflow with proper status tracking.

Does branch-aware task management support both main and feature branch workflows?

Branch-aware task management supports both MAIN and FEATURE_BRANCH workflows with proper status tracking. It enforces safety rules and coordinates initial research to streamline development task initiation across different branch strategies.

Why does task initiation require explicit user approval before execution?

Task initiation requires explicit user approval to ensure safety and alignment before execution begins. It presents an implementation proposal after validating prerequisites and conducting research, enforcing safety rules by confirming the scope before proceeding.

Can I automate codebase research and analysis during task kickoff?

Automated codebase research and analysis orchestration targets specific exploration during task kickoff. It streamlines initiation by validating prerequisites, coordinating initial research, and preparing an analysis plan to inform your implementation proposal.