tackline

Orchestrate multi-step agentic workflows for research, analysis, and planning.

14|6|Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tyevans/tackline --skill tackline
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: tackline
Source: https://github.com/tyevans/tackline/tree/main/skills/tackline
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tyevans/tackline --skill tackline

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a unified engine for complex agentic workflows, automating multi-step research, analysis, and planning tasks without manual intervention.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Intent Parsing: Automatically determines the correct sequence of operations based on natural language goals.
  • Composable Operations: Orchestrates a suite of 14 distinct primitives (gather, distill, rank, verify, etc.) that chain together via conversation context.
  • Use Case: When faced with a broad goal like "research and plan the implementation of a new microservice," tackline can automatically gather relevant information from the codebase, distill it to key requirements, critique potential approaches, and finally plan the execution sequence.

Quick Start

Use the tackline skill to research authentication patterns in this codebase and rank them by security risk.

Frequently Asked Questions about tackline

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

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How do I automate multi-step research and planning workflows for agents?

You can automate multi-step research and planning workflows by orchestrating composable operations like information gathering, distillation, ranking, and verification chained together via conversation context based on natural language goals.

What is the best way to chain multiple agent operations without manual intervention?

The best way to chain multiple agent operations is using a unified engine that parses natural language intent to automatically determine and execute the correct sequence of up to 14 distinct primitives.

Can I execute parallel agent tasks for codebase analysis and structured output?

Yes, parallel agent execution is supported for codebase analysis tasks, allowing you to gather relevant information, critique potential approaches, and generate structured execution plans automatically.

Does this workflow orchestration approach support decomposition and verification steps?

Yes, workflow orchestration supports decomposition and verification steps as part of its suite of 14 distinct primitives, automatically chaining them together to distill requirements and plan execution sequences.

When do I need an automated workflow engine for complex agentic tasks?

You need an automated workflow engine for complex agentic tasks when faced with broad goals like researching and planning the implementation of a new microservice, which require multi-step information gathering and analysis.

Are there limitations to using natural language intent parsing for workflow automation?

Workflow automation via natural language intent parsing relies on conversation context for chaining operations, meaning complex multi-step sequences depend on clear goal articulation to correctly determine the appropriate execution order.