to-issues

Break down plans, specs, or PRDs into tracer-bullet issues for project trackers.

36|Updated Jan 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cagdotin/agents --skill to-issues-cagdotin
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: to-issues
Source: https://github.com/cagdotin/agents/tree/main/skills/engineering/to-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cagdotin/agents --skill to-issues-cagdotin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Breaks down high-level plans, specs, or PRDs into independently-grabbable issues on a project tracker using tracer-bullet vertical slices, enabling precise scope and traceability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vertical-slice planning: convert plans into end-to-end, independently actionable issues that cover implementation across domains.
  • Tracer bullets: produce thin, end-to-end slices that are complete and verifiable on their own.
  • Workflow guidance: defines when slices are HITL vs AFK, and how to order and block them for safe, incremental delivery.
  • Publish-ready outputs: formats issue bodies and templates aligned with common trackers for immediate publishing.

Quick Start

Provide a plan, PRD, or spec to the skill to generate tracer-bullet issues and publish them to your tracker.

Frequently Asked Questions about to-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I break down a PRD into actionable tracker issues?

To break down a PRD into actionable tracker issues, provide the high-level spec to generate tracer-bullet vertical slices. This produces independently grabbable tickets covering end-to-end implementation across domains with ready-to-paste templates.

What is tracer-bullet vertical slice planning for project management?

Tracer-bullet vertical slice planning is a technique that converts high-level plans into thin, end-to-end slices that are complete and verifiable on their own. It ensures precise scope and traceability across implementation domains.

How do I sequence project issues with blocking dependencies for agile delivery?

Sequencing project issues with blocking dependencies involves generating tracer-bullet slices and then ordering them for safe, incremental delivery. The workflow defines when slices are human-in-the-loop versus asynchronous for correct blocker sequencing.

Can I use vertical slice planning for multi-domain product specifications?

Yes, you can use vertical slice planning for multi-domain product specifications. It applies to product plans, PRDs, and specifications that require end-to-end issue breakdown into implementation tickets spanning across different technical domains.

What is the best way to format issue bodies for common project trackers?

The best way to format issue bodies for common project trackers is to generate publish-ready outputs aligned with tracker templates. This provides ready-to-paste issue bodies for immediate publishing directly from your high-level plans.

Do I need a specific issue-tracking tool to generate vertical slice issues?

No specific issue-tracking tool is required to generate vertical slice issues. The process produces ready-to-paste issue templates aligned with common trackers, allowing you to publish the generated slices to your existing project management platform.