to-issues

Break plans into tracer-bullet issues with blocker relationships on a tracker.

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Breaks a plan, spec, or PRD into independently-grabbable issues on the project issue tracker using tracer-bullet vertical slices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Breaks plans into tracer-bullet issues that cover end-to-end work across all integration layers.
  • Supports HITL and AFK slices, with blocking relationships and user validation.
  • Publishes issues to the tracker using a standardized template with a needs-triage label.

Quick Start

Run /setup-matt-pocock-skills to configure your tracker, then provide a plan for the tool to generate and publish tracer-bullet issues.

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 vertical-slice issues for issue tracking?

Vertical-slice issues divide a plan into independently-grabbable, end-to-end tasks that cover all integration layers. This approach creates tracer-bullet slices, enabling traceable work breakdown with HITL and AFK task separation across the project.

How do I generate tracer-bullet issues from a project spec?

To generate tracer-bullet issues, provide the spec to the tool so it can gather context, optionally explore code, draft the vertical slices, validate them with you, and publish the issues to the tracker using a standardized template with a needs-triage label.

Can I include HITL and AFK slices when planning agile work breakdown?

Yes, you can include both HITL and AFK slices when planning agile work breakdown. The tool structures these slices with explicit blocking relationships to manage task dependencies during issue triage.

What is the best way to turn a plan into tracker issues with traceability?

The best way to turn a plan into traceable tracker issues is using tracer-bullet vertical slices. This method validates end-to-end work across all project layers and publishes issues with a needs-triage label for prioritization.

Do I need to configure my issue tracker before generating vertical-slice issues?

Yes, you need to configure your issue tracker before generating vertical-slice issues. Run the setup process to connect your tracker, allowing the tool to publish the standardized issue templates directly to your project.