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whats-next

Analyze project plans, issues, and commits to rank next work items.

1|Updated Jan 19, 2026
Search Tags:#planning#analysis#roadmap#prioritization#backlog#prioritize
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jackneil/claude-jacked --skill whats-next-jackneil
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: whats-next
Source: https://github.com/jackneil/claude-jacked/tree/main/jacked/data/skills/whats-next
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jackneil/claude-jacked --skill whats-next-jackneil

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Finding the right next work item is often the hardest part of planning. This Skill analyzes plans, issues, and commits and surfaces the highest-yield next steps to focus effort and align with priorities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Analyzes backlog signals (plans, issues, commits) to identify top-priority next tasks.
  • Returns a ranked list of next-work items with concise rationales to guide sprint planning.
  • Adapts to backlog grooming, sprint planning, and roadmap prioritization across software projects.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to identify the next highest-value work items by analyzing plans, issues, and commits.

Frequently Asked Questions about whats-next

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I prioritize backlog items for sprint planning using project signals?▼

Backlog prioritization for sprint planning uses lifecycle stages and signals from project plans, issues, and commits to surface a ranked list of high-value next tasks with concise justifications.

What is the best way to identify high-impact next work items from a product roadmap?▼

Identifying high-impact next work items from a product roadmap involves analyzing backlog signals and lifecycle stages to return prioritized tasks aligned with current development priorities.

Can I use commit history and issue tracking data for backlog grooming?▼

Yes, backlog grooming analyzes commit history and issue tracking data as core signals to identify top-priority next tasks and guide sprint planning decisions across software projects.

Does automated task prioritization work for software project roadmap planning?▼

Automated task prioritization works for software project roadmap planning by analyzing plans, issues, and commits to surface highest-yield next steps that align effort with current priorities.

How do I get justifications for ranked tasks during product-roadmap prioritization?▼

Product-roadmap prioritization returns a ranked list of next-work items accompanied by concise rationales, explaining why specific tasks are top priority based on analyzed backlog signals.

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