
Description
Required for 4+ step requests; add tasks at start and update status after each step.
SKILL.md
Task List Skill
Track multi-step tasks to ensure nothing is forgotten.
When to use
- The request requires 4 or more distinct steps
- You need to perform several operations in sequence
Instructions
- Add tasks before starting multi-step work.
- Mark exactly one task in progress while working.
- Update task status as each step completes.
- Keep task text concise and action-oriented.
How to use
Use the tasks tool directly. Do NOT use run_code, execute, or write_file for task management.
1. Add tasks at the start
tasks(operation="add_multiple", content="Step one; Step two; Step three")
This clears any previous tasks. Each request starts fresh.
Examples
tasks(operation="add_multiple", content="Inspect repo; Run tests; Summarize findings")
tasks(operation="start", task_id="task_1")
tasks(operation="complete", task_id="task_1")
2. Start a task before working on it
tasks(operation="start", task_id="task_1")
3. Complete a task when done
tasks(operation="complete", task_id="task_1")
4. Check what's next
tasks(operation="next")
All operations
| Operation | Args | Description |
|---|---|---|
add_multiple | content="t1; t2; t3" | Add tasks (clears previous) |
start | task_id="task_1" | Mark in_progress |
complete | task_id="task_1" | Mark completed |
cancel | task_id="task_1" | Cancel a task |
list | (none) | Show all tasks |
next | (none) | Get next pending task |
Rules
- One task in_progress at a time
- Start before working, complete when done
- Do not leave tasks hanging
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