update-tasks

Parse markdown task files for completion markers and update project plans.

1|Updated Feb 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aberrantCode/llm_skills --skill update-tasks
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Skill: update-tasks
Source: https://github.com/aberrantCode/llm_skills/tree/main/claude/skills/project-manager/sub-skills/update-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aberrantCode/llm_skills --skill update-tasks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Managing active tasks manually leads to outdated plans and missed completions, causing project drift and extra coordination effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read active task files: Scans every markdown file in docs/tasks/active/.
  • Detect completion sentinel: Looks for a ## Completion section and parses Status: and Summary: fields.
  • Update plan and archive: Adjusts the project plan task status, moves completed files to an archive, and logs notes.
  • Idempotent operation: Safe to run repeatedly without re‑executing already completed tasks.

Quick Start

Ask the project-manager skill to run the /update-tasks command to synchronize and archive active tasks.

Frequently Asked Questions about update-tasks

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically archive completed tasks in a markdown project plan?

To automatically archive completed tasks in a markdown project plan, the Skill scans active task files for a Completion section, updates the plan status, and moves finished markdown files to an archive directory.

What is the best way to sync task status across multiple markdown files?

Syncing task status across multiple markdown files is handled by parsing Completion sections with Status and Summary fields, adjusting the project plan, and logging updates without re-executing the completed tasks.

How does the completion sentinel work when updating project plans?

The completion sentinel works by looking for a specific markdown section titled Completion, reading its Status and Summary fields, and using that data to adjust task statuses in the project plan before archiving the file.

Can I safely run a task sync command repeatedly without duplicating work?

Yes, you can safely run the task sync command repeatedly because the operation is idempotent, meaning it checks completion markers and logs updates without re-executing tasks that are already marked as finished.

Do I need a specific directory structure to sync active markdown tasks?

Yes, you need a specific directory structure to sync active markdown tasks; the Skill operates on markdown documents located in the docs/tasks/active directory to parse statuses and move completed files to an archive.

Why are my completed task files not updating in the project plan?

Completed task files may not update in the project plan if they lack a properly formatted Completion section with Status and Summary fields, which the Skill parses in markdown files to detect and archive finished work.