work-on-linear-issue

Name: work-on-linear-issue
Availability: InStock
Author: jeninh

Fetch Linear issue data and generate an implementation plan with onboarding briefing.

Updated Jan 16, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #planning #onboarding #CLI #engineering #linear #issue-tracking

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/jeninh/ampskills-dotfile --skill work-on-linear-issue

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Skill: work-on-linear-issue
Source: https://github.com/jeninh/ampskills-dotfile/tree/main/.agents/skills/work-on-linear-issue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jeninh/ampskills-dotfile --skill work-on-linear-issue

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires curl, jq, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps engineers quickly gather issue context from Linear and synthesize a clear, actionable plan for implementation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Fetches issue details from Linear and summarizes the task, priority, and status.
Guides planning with a structured checklist and planning tasks to ensure thorough preparation before coding.
Use Case: When starting work on a Linear issue, this skill produces a ready-to-use plan and an onboarding briefing for the task.

Quick Start

Use the work-on-linear-issue script with an issue abbreviation like MC-123 or a full Linear URL to generate a task briefing.

Frequently Asked Questions about work-on-linear-issue

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I generate an implementation plan from a Linear issue?▼

You can generate an implementation plan from a Linear issue by fetching issue data through the Linear API and synthesizing a structured task briefing. Provide an issue identifier like MC-123 or a full URL to retrieve details, priority, and status for actionable planning.

Can I use a Linear URL to fetch issue context for task onboarding?▼

Yes, you can use a Linear URL to fetch issue context for task onboarding. The skill accepts issue identifiers via CLI or a full Linear URL to retrieve data, summarize the task, and produce a ready-to-use plan and onboarding briefing for the assigned task.

Do I need curl and jq to parse Linear API responses for issue tracking?▼

Yes, you need curl and jq to parse Linear API responses for issue tracking. The skill requires these dependencies alongside a LINEAR_API_KEY to access the Linear API, fetch issue details, and parse the returned JSON results into a structured implementation plan.

What is the best way to prepare for engineering work on a new Linear task?▼

The best way to prepare for engineering work on a new Linear task is to fetch the issue details and generate a comprehensive implementation plan. This approach summarizes the task, priority, and status, and provides a structured checklist to ensure thorough preparation before coding.

Does automating Linear issue planning require a specific API key?▼

Automating Linear issue planning requires a LINEAR_API_KEY to authenticate requests and fetch issue data. Combined with curl and jq, the API key allows the script to access your Linear workspace, parse the JSON response, and generate a structured task briefing.