triage

Analyze Linear ENG backlog issues for staleness, blockers, and dependencies.

Updated Apr 8, 2024

Search Tags:#dependencies #prioritization #backlog #linear #triage #issue-management #blocked

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npx skills add https://github.com/tumes/dotfiles-nvim --skill triage-tumes

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Skill: triage
Source: https://github.com/tumes/dotfiles-nvim/tree/main/claude/skills/triage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tumes/dotfiles-nvim --skill triage-tumes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Triage and prioritize Linear backlog by automatically identifying stale, blocked, and orphaned issues, and by aligning priorities with available capacity.

Core Features & Use Cases

Staleness detection: flags issues with no updates for 30+ days.
Dependency health analysis: detects blockers and suggests unblocking steps.
Prioritized recommendations: assigns priorities and actionable follow-ups for the ENG backlog.

Quick Start

Ask your AI to triage the ENG backlog and generate a prioritized action plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about triage

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

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How do I prioritize a Linear backlog with stale and blocked issues?▼

To prioritize a Linear backlog, the Skill analyzes issues for staleness, blockers, and dependencies. It evaluates the ENG backlog to detect orphaned work and produces prioritized recommendations to reallocate capacity. You receive a structured output with an urgent section and actionable steps.

What is the best way to detect stale issues in a Linear ENG backlog?▼

The best way to detect stale issues in a Linear ENG backlog is using automated staleness detection. The Skill flags issues with no updates for 30+ days, identifying orphaned work and aligning priorities with available capacity to unblock your team.

Can I automatically find dependencies and blockers in my Linear issues?▼

Yes, you can automatically find dependencies and blockers in Linear issues. The Skill performs dependency health analysis to detect blockers within the backlog and suggests specific unblocking steps to resolve orphaned work and reallocate capacity.

How do I generate an action plan to unblock backlog items in Linear?▼

To generate an action plan to unblock Linear backlog items, ask your AI to triage the ENG backlog. The Skill evaluates dependencies and staleness, then produces a structured output with an urgent section containing actionable steps to unblock work and reallocate capacity.

Does triage work with the Linear ENG backlog for issue management?▼

Yes, triage works directly with the Linear ENG backlog for issue management. It fetches issues by analyzing dependencies, detecting staleness or orphaned work, and assigning priorities to produce a structured, actionable follow-up plan.

When should I not use automated issue triage for backlog prioritization?▼

You should not use automated issue triage if your backlog lacks structured dependency links or requires manual contextual judgment outside of staleness and dependency health. The Skill relies on analyzing issue metadata to detect blockers and orphaned work effectively.