x-epic-implement

Automating epic phase planning involves creating a Running Phase 1 task for EPIC-XXX and applying a pre-phase gate to control progression. This Skill initiates the planning workflow and gates task progression until criteria are met.

A pre-phase gate in project management automation prevents task progression until specific criteria are met. It governs the transition between planning phases, ensuring that all prerequisites for the next phase are satisfied before moving forward.

Setting up phase gating for large epics requires applying a pre-phase gate to the Phase 1 task. This prevents PR reviews and further progression until the phase is ready to proceed, turning manual governance into a repeatable workflow.

Yes, you can automatically kick off Phase 1 planning for EPIC-XXX. The automation creates a Phase 1 task with a Running state and invokes the pre-phase gate workflow, satisfying the governance requirements for the epic.

Yes, the phase gate automation applies to existing task hierarchies where Phase 1 planning creates a Running task. It integrates into the hierarchy by creating the Phase 1 task for EPIC-XXX and applying the pre-phase gate as described.

Automated phase gating should not be used for epics that do not require a structured Phase 1 planning stage or pre-phase gate criteria. It is designed for large epics where gating PR reviews and phase progression is necessary.