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to-issues

Convert plans, specifications, or PRDs into issue tracker entries.

Updated Jul 1, 2026
Search Tags:#project management#task automation#issue tracking#vertical slicing#plan decomposition
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jonkraatz/claude-skills --skill to-issues-jonkraatz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: to-issues
Source: https://github.com/jonkraatz/claude-skills/tree/main/skills/to-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jonkraatz/claude-skills --skill to-issues-jonkraatz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of breaking down plans, specifications, or PRDs into individual issues within your project's issue tracker, saving time and ensuring clarity in project management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vertical Slicing: Decompose plans into thin, end-to-end slices that are independently actionable.
  • Issue Tracking Integration: Seamlessly integrates with your issue tracker (e.g., GitHub) for easy issue creation and management.
  • User Interaction: Iteratively refine the issue breakdown based on user feedback to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Use Case: When you have a comprehensive plan for a new feature or project, use this Skill to automatically generate corresponding issues in your issue tracker, making it easier for your team to track progress and collaborate.

Quick Start

Run the to-issues skill with the plan document as input to automatically generate issues for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about to-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically create issue tracker entries from a PRD or plan document?▼

To automatically create issue tracker entries from a PRD or plan document, you provide the plan as input to a task automation tool that vertically slices specifications into manageable issues. This requires issue tracker API access to generate the items.

What is vertical slicing in project management and how does it decompose plans?▼

Vertical slicing in project management is a plan decomposition technique that breaks down complex projects into thin, end-to-end tasks. These slices are independently actionable, ensuring that specifications are converted into manageable issues for team tracking.

Does this issue tracking automation work with GitHub to break down project specifications?▼

Yes, this issue tracking automation integrates seamlessly with issue trackers like GitHub to break down project specifications. It automates the creation of issue tracker entries from plans, requiring API access to manage the generated issues.

Can I refine the automated issue breakdown after generating tasks from a plan?▼

Yes, you can refine the automated issue breakdown because this task automation requires user interaction for refinement. It iteratively updates the generated issue tracker entries based on your feedback to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Do I need issue tracker API access to automate plan decomposition into vertical slices?▼

Yes, you need issue tracker API access to automate plan decomposition into vertical slices. This access is required to programmatically create and manage the individual issue tracker entries generated from your plans, specifications, or PRDs.

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