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start-task

Declare the active roadmap task and verify the feature branch before coding.

Updated Mar 2, 2026
Search Tags:#git#roadmap#feature branch#definition of ready#task activation#workflow gating
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/supermalang/ai-augmented-coding --skill start-task-supermalang
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: start-task
Source: https://github.com/supermalang/ai-augmented-coding/tree/main/.claude/skills/start-task
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/supermalang/ai-augmented-coding --skill start-task-supermalang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents developers from starting implementation work without first declaring the active roadmap task, verifying readiness, and setting the correct working branch.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • DoR validation: Checks that the selected roadmap item has all required fields filled in before work begins.
  • Task activation: Writes the current task marker so write-protection hooks allow source, test, and schema changes.
  • Branch setup: Confirms or creates the appropriate feature branch for the task.
  • Use case: A developer can use this Skill when a backlog item is ready and they need to safely begin coding without violating project gates.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to start task 10.3, verify it is ready, and prepare the correct branch so you can begin implementation.

Frequently Asked Questions about start-task

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate definition of ready before starting a feature branch?▼

Definition of ready validation checks that a selected roadmap item has all required fields filled in before work begins. This ensures planned development tasks meet project gating criteria prior to feature branch creation and task activation.

How do I create a feature branch for a specific roadmap task?▼

Feature branch setup confirms or creates the appropriate git branch for the task using git branch commands under strict permission limits. This requires reading roadmap and project context files to align the branch with the declared task.

Why does my workflow gating block source code edits on my feature branch?▼

Workflow gating blocks edits when the current task marker is missing. You must declare the active roadmap task first, which writes the marker and allows write-protection hooks to permit source, test, and schema changes during implementation.

What is a task marker and when do I need it for roadmap development?▼

A task marker is a file written to declare the active roadmap task before coding starts. You need it when planned development work requires validating definition of ready and unlocking write-protection hooks for schema and source changes.

Can I begin coding on a roadmap item without verifying its definition of ready?▼

No, definition of ready validation is required to ensure the selected roadmap item has all required fields filled in. This workflow gating step prevents developers from starting implementation work on incomplete or unprepared backlog items.

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