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Automate prioritization and handoff of the next kanban work item using the yurtle-kanban CLI.

1|Updated Jan 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hankh95/yurtle-kanban --skill work-hankh95
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Skill: work
Source: https://github.com/hankh95/yurtle-kanban/tree/main/skills/work
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hankh95/yurtle-kanban --skill work-hankh95

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps users quickly identify and begin work on the most urgent expedition in their kanban board, reducing idle time and ensuring throughput.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Priority-driven pickup: Scans the kanban for ready expeditions and selects the highest-priority item.
  • Context loading & workspace setup: Loads the expedition details and creates or updates the working branch as needed.
  • Use Case: When you have multiple expeditions ready, this skill automatically starts the top-priority one and prepares your workspace to begin work.

Quick Start

Start the next expedition by running the skill in your project. If an expedition ID is provided, it will start that specific item; otherwise, it will pick the top-priority ready expedition and prepare the workspace accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions about work

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

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How do I automatically pick up the next highest-priority expedition from my kanban board?

To automatically pick up the next highest-priority expedition, this skill scans your kanban board for ready items, selects the top-priority one, and prepares your workspace. It utilizes the yurtle-kanban CLI to query board status and move items, reducing idle time.

How do I create a git branch for a specific expedition automatically?

You can create a git branch for a specific expedition by providing its expedition ID to the skill. The skill will load the expedition details and use the yurtle-kanban CLI to create or update the working branch required to start work.

What is the best way to reduce time-to-start for ready work items in a software development workflow?

The best way to reduce time-to-start is to automate prioritization and handoff. This skill automatically identifies the most urgent ready expedition on your kanban board and sets up your workspace, ensuring rapid start and improved team throughput.

Do I need the yurtle-kanban CLI to automate prioritization and workspace setup?

Yes, you need the yurtle-kanban CLI to automate prioritization and workspace setup. The skill depends on this command-line interface to query board status, move items, and create expedition branches for your software development or operational workflows.

Can I use this kanban prioritization skill for operational workflows where team throughput matters?

Yes, you can use this kanban prioritization skill for operational workflows where team throughput matters. It is designed for both software development and operational environments where time-to-start is critical and rapid expedition handoff is required.

What happens if multiple expeditions are ready on the kanban board?

If multiple expeditions are ready on the kanban board, the skill automatically selects the highest-priority item. It then loads the expedition context and prepares your working branch so you can begin work immediately without manual selection.