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start-workflow

Select a workflow path and execute ordered steps with validation.

Updated Mar 29, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#planning#orchestration#task-management#claude-code-harness
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sizukutamago/claude-code-harness --skill start-workflow
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: start-workflow
Source: https://github.com/sizukutamago/claude-code-harness/tree/main/.claude/skills/start-workflow
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sizukutamago/claude-code-harness --skill start-workflow

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Start Workflow automates the coordination required to begin a new task workflow by selecting the appropriate path based on the user’s described use case and executing the necessary steps in order, reducing manual orchestration.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated use-case selection: prompts the user for a task description and maps it to a predefined workflow path (Function development, Bug fixes, Documentation updates, Test fixes/additions, Refactoring, Configuration changes).
  • Path-driven step execution: determines the steps to run and their order, ensuring steps aren’t skipped without validation.
  • Governance and approvals: supports gating to ensure requirements, design decisions, and reviews are completed before advancing.
  • Coordinated integration: interfaces with individual skills (requirements, design, planning, implementation, testing, review, verify, and commit) to complete the lifecycle.

Quick Start

Provide a task description to start a workflow; the system will select a path and guide you through the steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about start-workflow

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate task orchestration for software development workflows?▼

Workflow orchestration automates task coordination by mapping your task description to a predefined development path and executing the necessary steps in order. This reduces manual orchestration by guiding functional development, bug fixes, and refactoring through validated steps.

What is the best way to ensure no steps are skipped during bug fixes or refactoring?▼

To prevent skipped steps during bug fixes or refactoring, use path-driven step execution with gating and validation. This mechanism ensures requirements, design decisions, and reviews are completed before advancing to the next phase.

Can I use automated workflow planning for both new tasks and ongoing sessions?▼

Yes, automated workflow planning applies to both new tasks and ongoing sessions. It prompts for a task description, selects an appropriate workflow path like documentation updates or configuration changes, and coordinates the execution steps accordingly.

How does workflow orchestration handle different types of software engineering tasks?▼

Workflow orchestration handles various software engineering tasks by mapping use-case descriptions to predefined paths. It supports functional development, bug fixes, documentation updates, test fixes, refactoring, and configuration changes through coordinated step execution.

Do I need specific environment setup tools to start an automated development workflow?▼

You do not need specific environment setup tools to start, as the workflow begins by prompting you for a task description. It then interfaces with individual skills for requirements, planning, implementation, testing, and commit to complete the lifecycle.

Why does my development workflow require gating and approvals before advancing steps?▼

Development workflows require gating and approvals to ensure requirements and design decisions are completed and validated before advancing. This governance prevents missed steps and maintains coordination across the end-to-end task lifecycle.

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