simple-tasks

Install a fast local task workflow for single-project planning with `scripts/task.sh` (claim, done, status, reporting) backed by `tasks/TASKS.md` and optional `tasks/details/` notes. Use for lightweight in-progress task coordination, not full team issue tracking.

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Best use case

simple-tasks is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.

Install a fast local task workflow for single-project planning with `scripts/task.sh` (claim, done, status, reporting) backed by `tasks/TASKS.md` and optional `tasks/details/` notes. Use for lightweight in-progress task coordination, not full team issue tracking.

Teams using simple-tasks should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.

When to use this skill

  • You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.

When not to use this skill

  • You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
  • You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.

Installation

Claude Code / Cursor / Codex

$curl -o ~/.claude/skills/simple-tasks/SKILL.md --create-dirs "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/robertguss/claude-code-toolkit/main/skills/mobile-app-dev/ios-mac-app-creator/simple-tasks/SKILL.md"

Manual Installation

  1. Download SKILL.md from GitHub
  2. Place it in .claude/skills/simple-tasks/SKILL.md inside your project
  3. Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill

How simple-tasks Compares

Feature / Agentsimple-tasksStandard Approach
Platform SupportNot specifiedLimited / Varies
Context Awareness High Baseline
Installation ComplexityUnknownN/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this skill do?

Install a fast local task workflow for single-project planning with `scripts/task.sh` (claim, done, status, reporting) backed by `tasks/TASKS.md` and optional `tasks/details/` notes. Use for lightweight in-progress task coordination, not full team issue tracking.

Where can I find the source code?

You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.

Related Guides

SKILL.md Source

# Simple Tasks

## Overview

Paul Solt
Paul@SuperEasyApps.com
Version: 0.9.8

`simple-tasks` installs a lightweight local task CLI into an existing project.

Design goals:
- Fast local planning and execution.
- Human shorthand task numbers + stable task IDs.
- Single canonical backlog file: `tasks/TASKS.md`.
- Optional long-form notes per task: `tasks/details/<id>.md`.

## Install

```bash
skills/simple-tasks/scripts/install.sh --project-dir /path/to/project
```

Common flags:
- `--project-dir PATH` required
- `--mode install|upgrade` default `install`
- `--dry-run` preview changes only

## Commands

Installed `scripts/task.sh` supports:
- `claim`
- `done`
- `status`
- `next`
- `plan`
- `finished`
- `upcoming`
- `needs-planning`
- `blocked`
- `summary`
- `learn`

Filters:
- `--today`
- `--last-24h`
- `--last-week`
- `--last-month`
- `--days`
- `--mine`
- `--agent`
- `--limit`

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