task-management
Simple task management using a shared TASKS.md file for tracking commitments and action items.
Best use case
task-management is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Simple task management using a shared TASKS.md file for tracking commitments and action items.
Teams using task-management 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
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/task-management/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How task-management Compares
| Feature / Agent | task-management | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Simple task management using a shared TASKS.md file for tracking commitments and action items.
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.
SKILL.md Source
# Task Management
Tasks are tracked in a simple `TASKS.md` file that both you and the user can edit.
## File Location
**Always use `TASKS.md` in the current working directory.**
- If it exists, read/write to it
- If it doesn't exist, create it with the template below
## Dashboard Setup (First Run)
A visual dashboard is available for managing tasks and memory. **On first interaction with tasks:**
1. Check if `dashboard.html` exists in the current working directory
2. If not, copy it from `${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/skills/dashboard.html` to the current working directory
3. Inform the user: "I've added the dashboard. Run `/productivity:start` to set up the full system."
The task board:
- Reads and writes to the same `TASKS.md` file
- Auto-saves changes
- Watches for external changes (syncs when you edit via CLI)
- Supports drag-and-drop reordering of tasks and sections
## Format & Template
When creating a new TASKS.md, use this exact template (without example tasks):
```markdown
# Tasks
## Active
## Waiting On
## Someday
## Done
```
Task format:
- `- [ ] **Task title** - context, for whom, due date`
- Sub-bullets for additional details
- Completed: `- [x] ~~Task~~ (date)`
## How to Interact
**When user asks "what's on my plate" / "my tasks":**
- Read TASKS.md
- Summarize Active and Waiting On sections
- Highlight anything overdue or urgent
**When user says "add a task" / "remind me to":**
- Add to Active section with `- [ ] **Task**` format
- Include context if provided (who it's for, due date)
**When user says "done with X" / "finished X":**
- Find the task
- Change `[ ]` to `[x]`
- Add strikethrough: `~~task~~`
- Add completion date
- Move to Done section
**When user asks "what am I waiting on":**
- Read the Waiting On section
- Note how long each item has been waiting
## Conventions
- **Bold** the task title for scannability
- Include "for [person]" when it's a commitment to someone
- Include "due [date]" for deadlines
- Include "since [date]" for waiting items
- Sub-bullets for additional context
- Keep Done section for ~1 week, then clear old items
## Extracting Tasks
When summarizing meetings or conversations, offer to add extracted tasks:
- Commitments the user made ("I'll send that over")
- Action items assigned to them
- Follow-ups mentioned
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