task-sorting

Sort task lists deterministically by priority, due date, created date, or title.

3|Updated Dec 14, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Syedaashnaghazanfar/full-stack-todo-app --skill task-sorting
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: task-sorting
Source: https://github.com/Syedaashnaghazanfar/full-stack-todo-app/tree/main/.claude/skills/task-sorting
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Syedaashnaghazanfar/full-stack-todo-app --skill task-sorting

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Task lists frequently suffer from unpredictable ordering, wasting time as users hunt for items. This Skill provides a deterministic, multi-criteria sorting system that consistently orders tasks by priority, due date, creation date, and title.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Stable, multi-criterion sorting with ascending/descending toggles.
  • Intelligent tie-breakers: priority drives primary order, due date as a tie-breaker, then creation date and finally title.
  • Visual sort indicators and responsive UI controls to reflect current sort state.
  • Default sort prioritizes VERY IMPORTANT tasks first, then by soonest due date, with predictable fallbacks for ties.
  • Integrates with filters and searches to maintain sort integrity across views.

Quick Start

Use the task-sorting skill to order a sample list by priority, then toggle direction to see the sorted results. No external setup required; included sorts are implemented in pure JavaScript/React.

Frequently Asked Questions about task-sorting

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I sort tasks by priority and due date in React?

Multi-criteria task sorting orders items by priority first, then uses due date as a tie-breaker, followed by creation date and title. This Skill implements deterministic sorting with ascending and descending toggles, ensuring consistent results across renders without manual intervention.

What's the best way to maintain stable sort order in a task list?

Stable sorting with deterministic tie-breakers prevents unpredictable reordering. This Skill applies intelligent fallbacks—priority drives primary order, due date breaks ties, then creation date and ID—so task positions remain predictable even when criteria match.

Can I sort tasks by multiple criteria at once?

Yes. This Skill supports four sortable criteria—Priority, Due Date, Created Date, and Alphabetical—each with ascending and descending toggles. You select one primary sort criterion; tie-breakers handle remaining order automatically.

How do I integrate task sorting with React components?

The Skill exposes a useSortState hook for React integration. It manages sort state and applies sorting logic to task arrays, working seamlessly with lists, dashboards, and tables without requiring external dependencies.

Does task sorting work with filtered or searched task lists?

Yes. Sort integrity is maintained across views when combined with filters and searches. The deterministic ordering remains consistent whether the full task list or a filtered subset is displayed.

Why do some tasks appear in the same order after sorting?

When primary sort criteria match, tie-breakers determine order: due date first, then creation date, then title. This prevents arbitrary reordering and ensures the same task arrangement across sessions and page refreshes.