tasks

Automate task creation, updates, and tracking via the gobby-tasks MCP server.

19|3|Updated Dec 15, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/GobbyAI/gobby --skill tasks-gobbyai
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: tasks
Source: https://github.com/GobbyAI/gobby/tree/main/src/gobby/install/shared/skills/tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/GobbyAI/gobby --skill tasks-gobbyai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the management of tasks within Gobby by interfacing with the gobby-tasks MCP server, enabling reliable creation, tracking, and orchestration of tasks across sessions and epics.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create, update, list, close, reopen, and delete tasks with structured fields such as title, description, status, priority, labels, and dependencies.
  • Expand epics into subtasks, manage dependencies, and coordinate across sessions to keep work aligned with workflows.
  • Validate work via the built-in validation mechanisms and generate/suggest next tasks based on readiness and priorities.

Quick Start

Use the /gobby tasks create <title> to create a new task within your current session. Then run /gobby tasks list to view tasks, or /gobby tasks expand <task-id> to expand epics, providing any needed session_id via the SessionStart context.

Frequently Asked Questions about tasks

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate task management across multiple sessions in Gobby?

You can orchestrate tasks across multiple sessions in Gobby by using the gobby-tasks MCP server to create, update, and track tasks with dependencies. It requires retrieving tool schemas once per session and using the session_id from the SessionStart context to coordinate workflows.

What is the best way to expand an epic into subtasks within a workflow?

The best way to expand an epic into subtasks within a workflow is to use the task expansion command to break down epics, manage dependencies, and coordinate across sessions to keep work aligned. You provide the task ID and any needed session_id to generate structured subtasks.

Can I track task dependencies and validate work using the gobby-tasks MCP server?

Yes, you can track task dependencies and validate work using the gobby-tasks MCP server. It supports built-in validation mechanisms and allows you to manage dependencies, ensuring that work is validated and tasks are only executed when their dependency requirements are met.

How do I create and list tasks with structured fields like priority and labels?

To create and list tasks with structured fields, you use standardized fields such as title, description, status, priority, labels, and dependencies. You can create a new task within your current session and then run a list command to view, track, and manage these tasks efficiently.

Does Gobby task orchestration require a specific session ID to function?

Yes, Gobby task orchestration requires a session_id to function properly. You must retrieve the tool schemas once per session using get_tool_schema and provide the session_id from the SessionStart context to successfully create, update, and track tasks across different sessions.

Why are my Gobby tasks not updating across different sessions?

Gobby tasks may not update across different sessions if the session_id from the SessionStart context is missing or incorrect. You must retrieve the tool schemas once per session using get_tool_schema to ensure the MCP server can properly orchestrate and synchronize task updates.