update

Name: update
Availability: InStock
Author: Anthropic

Synchronize tasks from Asana, Linear, Jira, and GitHub issues.

23.4k|2.8k|Updated Jan 23, 2026

Search Tags:#productivity #memory #sync #tasks #triage #todos

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/anthropics/knowledge-work-plugins --skill update-anthropics

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: update
Source: https://github.com/anthropics/knowledge-work-plugins/tree/main/productivity/skills/update
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anthropics/knowledge-work-plugins --skill update-anthropics

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures your task list and AI memory are up-to-date by syncing with external tools, triaging stale items, and filling knowledge gaps.

Core Features & Use Cases

Task Synchronization: Pulls new and updated tasks from project trackers (Asana, Linear, Jira) and GitHub.
Stale Task Triage: Identifies and helps manage tasks that are overdue or haven't been touched in a while.
Memory Gap Filling: Decodes entities in tasks (people, projects, acronyms) and prompts for missing context.
Comprehensive Scan: Optionally performs a deep scan of chat, email, and documents to catch missed todos and suggest new memories.

Quick Start

Run /productivity:update to sync your tasks and refresh your memory.

Frequently Asked Questions about update

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

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How do I sync tasks from Asana, Linear, or Jira with my local task list?▼

Task synchronization pulls new and updated items from external project trackers and GitHub issues directly into your local task list. This ensures your local task list accurately reflects your external project management tools without manual entry.

What is the best way to triage stale tasks and overdue items in my workflow?▼

Triage of stale tasks is handled by identifying and managing items that are overdue or have not been touched in a while. The update Skill flags these stale tasks so you can review and manage them effectively during your task synchronization process.

How does AI memory gap filling work when decoding project entities and acronyms?▼

Memory gap filling works by decoding entities in your tasks, such as people, projects, and acronyms, then prompting you for missing context. This process identifies and fills gaps in the AI memory to ensure accurate background knowledge for future interactions.

Can I scan chat and email history to catch missed todos and suggest new memories?▼

A comprehensive scan can optionally perform a deep scan of your chat, email, and documents to catch missed todos and suggest new memories. This ensures your task list and AI memory capture all missed action items and new knowledge from user activity.

Do I need any external dependencies or API keys to use the task sync and memory refresh process?▼

No external dependencies are required to use the task sync and memory refresh process. The Skill operates independently to synchronize tasks, triage stale items, and fill knowledge gaps without needing additional setup or installed packages.