triage-scope

Categorize implementation issues into fix, note, or leave buckets.

1|Updated Mar 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gjalla/gjalla-plugin --skill triage-scope
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Skill: triage-scope
Source: https://github.com/gjalla/gjalla-plugin/tree/main/claude/skills/triage-scope
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gjalla/gjalla-plugin --skill triage-scope

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Triage issues discovered during implementation to decide whether to fix immediately, note for later, or leave alone. This is the "scope filtering" process that senior engineers do continuously while coding: they notice problems that aren't part of the current task and make disciplined decisions about each one.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Bucket-based decision making: Fix Now, Note for Later, and Leave Alone to keep PRs small and focused.
  • Context-driven guidance during code reviews, refactors, and feature work to prevent scope creep.
  • Use Case: when you encounter a vague or risky problem in the task, apply the triage to decide the next action and document it.

Quick Start

When you encounter a code-quality issue, apply the three-bucket triage to decide whether to fix now, note for later, or leave alone.

Frequently Asked Questions about triage-scope

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

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How do I prevent scope creep when I find unrelated code quality issues during a pull request?

Apply a three-bucket triage to categorize each issue as fix now, note for later, or leave alone. This scope filtering process keeps pull requests small and focused by making disciplined decisions about problems outside the current task.

What is the three-bucket triage method for managing technical debt?

The three-bucket triage method categorizes discovered issues into Fix Now, Note for Later, and Leave Alone. It provides context-driven guidance during code reviews and refactors to systematically assess risk and maintain scope discipline.

How do I decide whether to fix tech debt immediately or defer it during a refactor?

Evaluate the risk and scope of the encountered problem against your current task. Apply triage decision-making to fix immediately if critical, note for later if out of scope, or leave alone, documenting each choice for traceability.

Does this triage approach work for code reviews as well as feature implementation?

Yes, the triage approach applies across code changes, reviews, and refactors. It provides context-driven guidance during all implementation phases to prevent scope creep and ensure code quality issues are consistently categorized.

When should I not use a fix now, note for later, or leave alone triage strategy?

Avoid this triage strategy when encountering vague or risky problems that require immediate architectural changes, as the bucketing method is designed to maintain scope discipline rather than handle critical, in-flight emergencies.

What is the best way to document triage decisions for technical debt?

Document triage decisions during implementation by noting categorized issues for traceability. This aligns with existing workflows, ensuring that items placed in the Note for Later bucket are tracked rather than lost during code changes.