Can I manage dependencies between tasks?

Absolutely. The skill uses YAML frontmatter to track dependencies by issue ID, allowing Claude to identify blocked work and ensure tasks are completed in the correct logical order.

Does this skill integrate with my version control?

Yes. Because the todos are stored as files in your repository, every status change, triage decision, and work log entry is versioned in Git, providing a complete historical record of the project's evolution.

How does this differ from standard TODO comments in code?

Unlike single-line code comments, this system uses dedicated Markdown files that support detailed problem statements, multiple proposed solutions, work logs, and testable acceptance criteria, making it suitable for tasks longer than 15 minutes.

Is this for my application's users?

No, this is a developer-facing tool intended for project management and engineering workflows. It is distinct from any user-facing todo features your specific application might implement.

File-Based Todo Tracking

Name: File-Based Todo Tracking
Author: 8b-is

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Productivity & Workflow

Manages a structured, file-based task tracking system within your repository using Markdown files and YAML frontmatter.

The File-Based Todo Tracking skill empowers Claude to manage technical debt, code review feedback, and complex features through a standardized system located in the todos/ directory. By utilizing version-controlled Markdown files, it provides a persistent and transparent way to track work items, document investigation findings, and manage task dependencies. This skill is ideal for teams who want to maintain their backlog directly alongside their source code, ensuring that context-rich work logs and triage decisions are always accessible to both human developers and AI agents.

Key Features

01Standardized naming convention with sequential issue IDs and status tracking

02Detailed work log system for recording chronological session history and learnings

03Template-based creation of comprehensive problem statements and acceptance criteria

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05Integrated triage workflows for approving, deferring, or prioritizing pending tasks

06Rich YAML frontmatter for managing priorities, tags, and complex dependencies

Use Cases

01Managing multi-stage refactoring projects that require detailed investigation and planning

02Converting code review findings and PR comments into tracked, actionable work items

03Maintaining a version-controlled backlog of technical debt and feature requests within the repo

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add 8b-is/8b-is-mp file-todos

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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