suggesting-next-steps

Analyze project state and prioritize next steps from Git and GitHub signals.

1|Updated Mar 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mattobee/skills --skill suggesting-next-steps
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: suggesting-next-steps
Source: https://github.com/mattobee/skills/tree/main/skills/suggesting-next-steps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mattobee/skills --skill suggesting-next-steps

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Analyse a project's current state and suggest prioritised next steps. This is a read-only skill — gather and organise information, do not make changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Gather signals from local state: git status, git branch, git log --oneline -20, git stash list
  • Review open GitHub data: gh pr list --state open, gh issue list --state open
  • Produce a prioritized next-steps plan for sprint backlogs and project milestones

Quick Start

Use this skill to generate a prioritized next steps plan from the repository's current state.

Frequently Asked Questions about suggesting-next-steps

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I prioritize my project backlog using GitHub issues and git history?

Prioritize your project backlog by gathering signals from local git state, open GitHub issues, and PRs to produce a prioritized next-steps plan. The skill analyzes git status, branch logs, and open tickets to recommend what to work on next.

What's the best way to figure out what to work on next after a project break?

To figure out what to work on next after a break, analyze your repository's current state. This skill reviews git history, stashes, and open GitHub issues to generate a prioritized action plan for resuming development.

Do I need the gh CLI to analyze open GitHub PRs for sprint planning?

Yes, you need the gh CLI installed to query open GitHub PRs and issues for sprint planning. The skill requires file read access and gh CLI to gather the GitHub signals needed for backlog prioritization.

Can I use this approach to automatically update my project milestones and sprint backlogs?

No, you cannot use this approach to automatically update milestones because it is a read-only skill. It gathers and organizes information from git and GitHub to suggest prioritized next steps, but does not make any changes to your project.

How does local git state contribute to backlog prioritization?

Local git state contributes to backlog prioritization by providing current context. The skill checks git status, active branches, recent commit logs, and stashed changes to understand what work is in progress and suggest the next logical steps.

What are the limitations of using git and GitHub signals for project planning?

The main limitation is that this project planning approach is strictly read-only and relies entirely on local git state and GitHub data. It cannot make changes to your repository and only suggests priorities based on existing issues, PRs, and commit history.