write-backlog

Validate SKILL.md frontmatter and generate standardized YAML metadata blobs.

1|Updated Apr 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/daddia/space --skill write-backlog
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: write-backlog
Source: https://github.com/daddia/space/tree/main/.agents/skills/write-backlog
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/daddia/space --skill write-backlog

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill unit identifies and documents backlog drafting capabilities by ensuring a SKILL.md entry point with a valid YAML frontmatter, enabling consistent discovery and activation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Validates the presence of a root SKILL.md with required frontmatter fields (name and description) to qualify as a Skill Unit.
  • Extracts metadata from the frontmatter and Markdown body to generate a structured, machine-readable definition for discovery and execution.
  • Produces standardized metadata blocks for each valid unit to enable automated indexing, activation, and reuse across projects.

Quick Start

Create or update a Skill Unit by adding a SKILL.md with valid frontmatter and a descriptive body, then run the discovery to index the new unit.

Frequently Asked Questions about write-backlog

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a standardized metadata block from SKILL.md frontmatter?

To generate a standardized metadata block, the system identifies valid Skill Units by requiring a root SKILL.md with YAML frontmatter containing name and description fields. It extracts metadata like domain, version, and owner, returning a single YAML document.

What is required to qualify as a valid Skill Unit for backlog automation?

A valid Skill Unit requires a root SKILL.md file with valid YAML frontmatter that explicitly includes both name and description fields. This validation enables consistent discovery, automated indexing, and activation across projects.

How do I draft backlog roadmaps for domains and work packages?

You draft backlog roadmaps by creating or updating a SKILL.md file with valid frontmatter and a descriptive body. Running the discovery process indexes the new unit and composes structured metadata for roadmapping.

What metadata fields are extracted during skill discovery?

During skill discovery, extracted metadata fields include domain, version, owner, related artefacts, tagline, description, request, complexity, category, keywords, dependencies, components, and safety flags, composed into a standardized blob.

Can I use this metadata extraction tool with existing Markdown documentation?

Yes, you can use existing Markdown documentation if the root file is named SKILL.md and contains valid YAML frontmatter with the required name and description fields. The tool parses both frontmatter and Markdown body content.