task-generation-mode

Convert a PRD into a hierarchical task list with files and tests.

1|Updated May 7, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/ChristopherAlphonse/calphonse-skills --skill task-generation-mode
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Skill: task-generation-mode
Source: https://github.com/ChristopherAlphonse/calphonse-skills/tree/main/task-generation-mode
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ChristopherAlphonse/calphonse-skills --skill task-generation-mode

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Converts a Product Requirements Document (PRD) into a structured, actionable task list that guides development work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Analyze a PRD to extract high-level parent tasks and granular subtasks.
  • Produce a two-phase planning workflow with checkpoints and guardrails.
  • Generate a final Markdown planning document and a mapping of tasks to potential files, tests, and artifacts.

Quick Start

Convert the provided PRD into a phased, actionable task list with parent tasks and subtasks.

Frequently Asked Questions about task-generation-mode

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn a PRD into an actionable task list for development?

To turn a PRD into an actionable task list, analyze the document to extract high-level parent tasks and granular subtasks. This generates a structured hierarchy that guides development work directly from product requirements.

How does a two-phase planning workflow generate subtasks from product requirements?

A two-phase planning workflow generates subtasks by breaking down product requirements through checkpoints and guardrails. It validates the extracted tasks before producing a final markdown planning document with mapped files and tests.

Can I map potential files and tests when generating tasks from a PRD?

Yes, you can map potential files and tests when generating tasks from a PRD. The process outputs a hierarchical task structure that includes optional mappings to relevant files, tests, and documentation artifacts.

What is the best way to structure development roadmaps from a requirements document?

The best way to structure development roadmaps from requirements is to apply a two-phase workflow with validation guardrails. This transforms raw requirements into a markdown planning document containing parent tasks and granular subtasks.

Do I need a specific format to generate a markdown planning document from a PRD?

You do not need a specific format to generate a markdown planning document from a PRD. The workflow processes standard product requirements and applies validation guardrails to output a structured markdown file with task hierarchies.

Why do my generated development tasks lack file and test mappings?

Generated development tasks may lack file and test mappings if the optional mapping feature is not utilized. Applying the full two-phase workflow ensures the final markdown planning document includes potential file, test, and artifact mappings.