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start-task

Moves a task from backlog into the current sprint and suggests a git branch name.

1|Updated Jun 29, 2026
Search Tags:#markdown#task management#backlog#sprint#project workflow#kickoff#git branch
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/natthasath/natthasath-marketplace --skill start-task-natthasath
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: start-task
Source: https://github.com/natthasath/natthasath-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/projects/skills/start-task
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/natthasath/natthasath-marketplace --skill start-task-natthasath

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? When starting work on a planned task, developers often forget to update task tracking files or create inconsistently named branches. This Skill automates the transition of a task from backlog to in-progress status and standardizes the kickoff workflow. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Backlog to Sprint Transition: Locates the task in the correct phase backlog file and updates its status to In Progress. - Sprint Log Updates: Adds a structured entry to the current sprint file with start date, estimate, and a sprint log row. - Branch Naming Guidance: Suggests a conventional git branch name like feature/<task-id>-<short-description> and prompts the checkout command. - Use Case: A developer says "start task PROJ-12" and the Skill updates the backlog and sprint files, then recommends creating branch feature/proj-12-user-login before moving to implementation. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to start task PROJ-12 so it moves the task into the sprint and suggests a git branch to create.

Frequently Asked Questions about start-task

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I move a task from backlog to sprint in a markdown workflow?▼

Provide the task ID and the Skill finds it in the phase backlog file, changes its status to In Progress, and adds an entry to the current sprint file with the start date and estimate.

How to generate a git branch name from a task ID?▼

The Skill suggests a branch following the pattern feature/<task-id>-<short-description> based on the task title from the backlog, then prompts you to run git checkout -b with that name.

What happens if the task is already in the sprint?▼

The Skill checks the current sprint file first. If the task already has an In Progress status there, it notifies you that the task is already in the sprint and stops without making changes.

What if the task is not found in the current phase backlog?▼

The Skill scans all phase backlog files in the tasks directory and reports which phase contains the task, so you can correct the phase configuration or task ID.

When should I run this task kickoff step?▼

Run it before checkpointing or implementing work on a task. It ensures tracking files reflect the active task and that you work on a properly named feature branch.

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