to-issues

Breaks a plan into dependency-ordered, tracer-bullet vertical-slice issues.

Updated May 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ayehiaa/my-travel-assistant --skill to-issues-ayehiaa
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: to-issues
Source: https://github.com/ayehiaa/my-travel-assistant/tree/main/.claude/skills/to-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ayehiaa/my-travel-assistant --skill to-issues-ayehiaa

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Breaks a plan, spec, or PRD into a set of small, end-to-end implementation tickets so work can be scheduled, built, and verified incrementally on the project issue tracker.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Tracer-bullet vertical slices: Converts one continuous delivery goal into multiple independently-grabbable issues that cut through schema, API, UI, and tests end-to-end.
  • Dependency-aware breakdown: Identifies what must be completed first and marks dependencies via a “Blocked by” field so teams can start in the right order.
  • HITL vs AFK sizing: Labels slices as HITL (needs human interaction like design/architecture review) or AFK (can be implemented and merged without human input), helping triage and planning.
  • Issue publication: Produces issues in dependency order using a standardized issue body template so downstream agents can execute the tickets reliably.

Quick Start

Use to-issues to convert the plan currently described in the conversation into a numbered list of tracer-bullet issue drafts, quiz for granularity and dependencies, and then publish the approved slices to the issue tracker with the correct triage label.

Frequently Asked Questions about to-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I break a PRD into independently actionable GitHub issues?

To break a PRD into GitHub issues, the Skill converts continuous delivery goals into independently grabbable tracer-bullet vertical slices. Each issue cuts through schema, API, UI, and tests end-to-end so work can be scheduled and verified incrementally.

What is a tracer-bullet vertical slice in product planning?

A tracer-bullet vertical slice is a narrow, complete implementation path cutting through all integration layers like schema, API, UI, and tests. This technique ensures each issue delivers end-to-end functionality that can be built and verified independently.

How do I map dependencies when breaking down project specifications into issues?

Dependency mapping identifies what must be completed first and marks dependencies using a Blocked by field on each issue. This ensures teams start implementation in the correct order and can easily see which tickets are unblocked.

Can I label issues as requiring human review or fully automated during triage?

Yes, you can label issues as HITL needing human interaction like design review or AFK meaning they can be implemented and merged without human input. This HITL/AFK classification helps triage and planning by sizing slices appropriately.

Does to-issues publish approved tickets in dependency order?

Yes, to-issues publishes approved tracer-bullet issues to the project tracker in strict dependency order. It uses a standardized issue body template so downstream agents can execute the tickets reliably without missing context.

When should I not use tracer-bullet issue breakdown for my project?

You should not use tracer-bullet issue breakdown when your plan lacks clear integration layers or end-to-end verification paths. The approach requires slicing through schema, API, and UI together, making it unsuitable for isolated single-layer tasks.