task-start

To start a task with full context, call task_start with a valid task_id from the triage table. The skill validates your session, loads prior context and recent notes, and returns a complete task header for your investigation.

A task start session requires an active session_id and a valid task_id before investigation begins. These hard gates prevent blind investigations and ensure the engineer is aligned with the correct ongoing work.

Your task session needs compounding context and notes to prevent missed context when selecting a task. Loading prior notes and source URLs aligns you with ongoing work and ensures a structured kickoff for the investigation.

Yes, you can load prior context automatically by calling task_start with a valid task_id. The skill loads prior context if available and returns a TaskStartResponse with the compounding flag and recent notes.

If you try to start a task without a valid session or task_id, the validation gating blocks the session. The skill enforces these hard gates to prevent blind investigations and ensure correct setup before returning any context.