trigger-tasks

Orchestrate durable background tasks with retries and concurrency controls.

Updated Mar 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cshyang/nochore --skill trigger-tasks-cshyang
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Skill: trigger-tasks
Source: https://github.com/cshyang/nochore/tree/main/capabilities/incubator/skills/trigger-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cshyang/nochore --skill trigger-tasks-cshyang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Coordinating durable background tasks, retries, and parallel workflows across systems can be complex and error-prone, making scalable automation hard to maintain.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Durable background tasks with automatic retries and observability.
  • Task orchestration for long-running AI agents, webhooks, and batch jobs.
  • Queues, debouncing, and concurrency controls to prevent overload.

Quick Start

Define a new Trigger.dev task by exporting a task using the SDK and supply an id and a run function.

Frequently Asked Questions about trigger-tasks

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

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How do I build reliable background tasks with automatic retries?

You can build reliable background tasks with automatic retries by defining a task using the Trigger.dev SDK and supplying an id and a run function. This approach orchestrates durable execution and prevents workflow failures from transient errors.

What is the best way to orchestrate long-running AI agents and batch jobs?

Orchestrating long-running AI agents and batch jobs is best handled through durable background task orchestration with concurrency controls and queues. Using the task() API ensures execution is managed automatically without overloading your systems.

How do I prevent system overload when running parallel workflows?

To prevent system overload when running parallel workflows, you can apply queues, debouncing, and concurrency controls to your background tasks. This regulates execution flow and ensures your event-driven pipelines remain stable under heavy load.

Does Trigger.dev work for event-driven pipelines and webhooks?

Yes, Trigger.dev works for event-driven pipelines and webhooks by providing durable background task orchestration. You can define tasks via the task() API to handle incoming events with built-in observability and automatic retries.

Do I need the Trigger.dev SDK to set up task orchestration?

Yes, you need the Trigger.dev SDK to set up task orchestration. Tasks must be defined via the task() API by exporting a task with an id and a run function, with optional references available for advanced automation patterns.