to-issues

Break development plans into dependency-aware implementation issues with acceptance criteria.

Updated Apr 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cchrisv/newtonSelector --skill to-issues-cchrisv
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: to-issues
Source: https://github.com/cchrisv/newtonSelector/tree/main/.agents/skills/to-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cchrisv/newtonSelector --skill to-issues-cchrisv

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill transforms broad plans, specifications, and product requirements into structured implementation issues so teams can execute work through clear, independently deliverable slices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vertical Slice Planning: Breaks work into tracer-bullet issues that cover complete user-facing paths across relevant layers.
  • Issue Structuring: Creates consistent issue drafts with titles, types, dependencies, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
  • Use Case: Help a development team convert a feature specification into a dependency-aware set of implementation tickets ready for review and publishing.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to break this product plan into independently deliverable implementation issues with acceptance criteria.

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 feature specification into actionable implementation issues?

To break a feature specification into actionable implementation issues, you transform broad product requirements into structured tickets using vertical slice planning. This process creates dependency-aware issues with titles, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

What is vertical slice planning for software development tickets?

Vertical slice planning is a method to break work into tracer-bullet issues that cover complete user-facing paths across all relevant layers. This approach ensures development teams create independently deliverable implementation slices.

How do I organize dependencies when creating implementation tickets from a plan?

You organize dependencies for implementation tickets by structuring the issue drafts with explicit dependency mappings. This allows development teams to sequence tracer-bullet issues and execute clear, independently deliverable work slices.

Can I convert product requirements into issue tracker tasks automatically?

Yes, you can convert product requirements into issue tracker tasks by applying structured issue templates and project context awareness. This generates consistent drafts ready for review and publishing in your software engineering workflow.

What is the best way to create tracer-bullet issues from a development plan?

The best way to create tracer-bullet issues from a development plan is to apply tracer-bullet planning practices that slice work into complete user-facing paths. This generates implementation issues with clear types, dependencies, and acceptance criteria.

Does vertical slice planning work for organizing issue tracker tasks?

Yes, vertical slice planning works for organizing issue tracker tasks by preparing dependency-aware implementation slices. It ensures each ticket covers a complete path across relevant layers, making the issues independently deliverable for teams.