tad-handoff

Generate and verify TAD v3.1 handoff documents for agent transitions.

3|Updated Sep 27, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Sheldon-92/TAD --skill tad-handoff
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: tad-handoff
Source: https://github.com/Sheldon-92/TAD/tree/main/.agents/skills/tad-handoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Sheldon-92/TAD --skill tad-handoff

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Create (Alex) or verify (Blake) handoff documents for agent transitions to ensure smooth handoffs, reduce miscommunication, and provide a single source of truth for implementation context.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated handoff template generation aligned to the universal handoff format (.tad/templates/handoff-a-to-b.md).
  • Checklist-driven verification to ensure all critical sections are present and complete before handoff is accepted.
  • Supports both creation by Agent A (Alex) and verification by Agent B (Blake) across projects and handoff contexts.
  • Use Case: When handing off a task from Alex to Blake, the system produces a 10-section handoff with sections like Task Overview, Background Context, Requirements, Technical Design, Implementation Steps, File Structure, Testing Requirements, Acceptance Criteria, Important Notes, and Questions for Blake.

Quick Start

Generate a complete handoff document for a transfer from Alex to Blake.

Frequently Asked Questions about tad-handoff

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create an AI agent handoff document for task transitions?

To create an AI agent handoff document, this Skill generates a 10-section template covering Task Overview, Background Context, and Technical Design to ensure smooth transitions. It aligns with the TAD v3.1 protocol to provide a single source of truth for implementation context.

What is the best way to verify handoff documentation before accepting a task transfer?

Verifying handoff documentation is done through a checklist-driven validation process that ensures mandatory sections are complete. The Skill applies interactive validation prompts to confirm all critical requirements and acceptance criteria are present before the receiving agent accepts the transfer.

Can I use this handoff protocol for agent transfers across different projects?

Yes, this handoff protocol supports agent transfers across different projects and varying handoff contexts. It standardizes the creation by Agent A and verification by Agent B to reduce miscommunication regardless of the specific project scope.

What mandatory sections are required in a universal handoff template?

A universal handoff template requires ten mandatory sections: Task Overview, Background Context, Requirements, Technical Design, Implementation Steps, File Structure, Testing Requirements, Acceptance Criteria, Important Notes, and Questions for Blake.

Why does my team communication break down during AI agent task handoffs?

Team communication breaks down during AI agent task handoffs due to missing implementation context and unverified documentation. This Skill solves the problem by generating comprehensive handoff documents with interactive validation prompts to ensure a single source of truth.

Do I need any dependencies to generate TAD v3.1 handoff documents?

No dependencies are required to generate TAD v3.1 handoff documents. The Skill operates independently to produce the standardized template structure and execute the verification checklist for agent transitions.