work-start

Detect work IDs from git branches and create structured notes in `_notes/`.

Updated Mar 8, 2026

Search Tags:#developer tools #git workflow #note taking #code context #task initiation #work management

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npx skills add https://github.com/popoffvg/claude-plugin-work-manager --skill work-start

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Skill: work-start
Source: https://github.com/popoffvg/claude-plugin-work-manager/tree/main/skills/work-start
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/popoffvg/claude-plugin-work-manager --skill work-start

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the initiation of new development tasks by automatically detecting project details, gathering scope, and setting up a structured note-taking system.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated Task Initiation: Detects work IDs from branch names and checks for existing notes to prevent duplication.
Scope Definition: Guides the user to provide a clear description and acceptance criteria for the task.
Context Discovery: Actively searches memory and codebase for relevant information to inform the plan.
Structured Notes: Creates a hierarchical note-taking system (_notes/) for research, planning, and implementation logs.

Quick Start

Use the work-start skill to begin a new development task.

Frequently Asked Questions about work-start

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

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How do I start a new development task and capture relevant code context automatically?▼

To start a development task and capture code context, you can use a work initiation skill that detects work IDs from git branches, gathers scope, and searches memory and codebase for relevant information. This establishes a structured note-taking system for research and planning.

Can I use git branch names to automatically generate work IDs and project notes?▼

Yes, git branch names can be used to automatically detect work IDs and generate project notes. The system checks for existing notes to prevent duplication and establishes a hierarchical note-taking directory for research, planning, and implementation logs.

What is the best way to structure research and planning notes for a new coding task?▼

The best way to structure research and planning notes is by creating a hierarchical directory within `_notes/` for research, planning, and implementation phases. This system organizes context discovery findings and acceptance criteria for streamlined project management.

Does multi-repo analysis work when initiating a new development task?▼

Yes, multi-repo analysis is supported when initiating a new development task. The process detects project details across repositories, performs language detection for organized project management, and gathers user-defined scope to inform the plan.

How do I define acceptance criteria and scope before beginning code implementation?▼

To define acceptance criteria and scope before implementation, the task initiation process guides you to provide a clear description of the task. It actively searches memory and the codebase to discover relevant context that informs the structured plan.