01-new

SKILL.md

01 new

Create or update tasks/todo.md as the source of truth for what the project is and what features will be built.


Guardrails

  • Do not implement code.
  • Do not write individual feature prds (use 02-plan for that).
  • Keep features “prd-sized”: one feature = one prd; split anything that feels like an epic.
  • Prefer a stable todo.md structure; edit in place rather than rewriting.
  • Write tasks/todo.md so a junior dev (or another AI) can pick it up without extra context.
  • Do not use Markdown tables (use checklists + bullets).
  • Do not check feature boxes unless the prd actually exists (typically updated by 02-plan).

Workflow

  1. Determine intent:
    • New project → initialize tasks/todo.md.
    • Add/update features → edit the existing tasks/todo.md.
  2. If tasks/memory.md exists, skim relevant sections (project, key decisions, notes/gotchas) so you don’t conflict with prior decisions.
  3. Ask clarifying questions only when needed (use A/B/C/D options).
  4. Update tasks/todo.md using the template below:
    • New project: write a crisp Project section + propose an initial prioritized feature list, ordered by priority (highest first).
    • Add/update: add, merge, re-scope, and/or re-order features.
      • If adding a new Type: fix item and the user didn’t specify placement, explicitly ask if it should move up the list (priority is determined by list order).
  5. Ensure each feature has clear in-scope vs out-of-scope boundaries and dependencies (if any).
  6. Reply with the updated file path and a short change summary (what you added/changed).

Clarifying Questions (Only If Needed)

Ask up to ~7 high-value questions. Keep them answerable via 1A, 2C, 3B.

Focus on ambiguity around:

  • target user + primary use case
  • the problem + desired outcome
  • constraints (platforms, timeline, integrations)
  • success metrics / how we know it worked
  • scope boundaries (what’s explicitly in vs out)
  • priority order (what should be done first)
  • whether an item should be Type: feat vs fix vs chore (and where it should sit in priority order)
  • dependencies between features (by ID)

Example question format

1. What are we doing right now?
   A. Start a brand new project
   B. Add new features to an existing plan
   C. Refine/re-scope existing planned features
   D. Other: [describe]

tasks/todo.md Template (Markdown)

If tasks/todo.md does not exist, create it with this structure (fill in details; keep it concise).

# TODO: <Project name>

## Project
- **One-liner**: …
- **Target users**: …
- **Problem**: …
- **Success metrics**: …
- **Constraints** (optional): …
- **Non-goals**: …

## Features

Checkbox meaning: unchecked = prd not written yet; checked = prd exists.
Leave unchecked until a prd exists.

Status legend: — = not started | 🔨 = implemented | ✅ = merged

### Features (priority order)
- Higher in the list = higher priority.
- [ ] f-01: <feature name>  |  —
  - Type: feat | fix | chore
  - Outcome: <user-visible outcome>
  - In scope: <what ships>
  - Out of scope: <what does not ship>
  - Dependencies: <none> | f-02, f-10

- [ ] f-02: <feature name>  |  —
  - Type: feat | fix | chore
  - Outcome: <user-visible outcome>
  - In scope: <what ships>
  - Out of scope: <what does not ship>
  - Dependencies: <none> | f-01

## Open Questions
- Q-1: …

Update Rules (When tasks/todo.md Exists)

  • Preserve existing content and wording unless the user asks to change it.
  • Avoid duplicates: if a new feature overlaps an existing one, merge or propose a rename instead of adding a second item.
  • Keep IDs stable; IDs must be globally unique within tasks/todo.md.
  • When adding a new feature, use the next ID as (max existing f-##) + 1 (never reuse old IDs).
  • If duplicate IDs already exist, resolve by renumbering the newer/less-referenced item(s) and updating any Dependencies: references.
  • Keep the list prioritized top-to-bottom; if placement is unclear, ask where to insert (or add to the bottom).
  • If a feature depends on another feature, ensure the dependency is listed above it (or explicitly confirm the ordering).
  • Keep checkbox meaning consistent: checked means “prd exists”.
  • Keep status indicator consistent: = not started, 🔨 = implemented, = merged.
  • Do not update status indicators; they are managed by 03-implement (🔨) and 05-review ( after merge).
  • Ensure each feature entry includes:
    • a type (feat/fix/chore)
    • a clear user-visible outcome
    • in scope / out of scope boundaries
    • dependencies by ID (if any)
    • a status indicator ( for new features)
  • Do not add prd links/paths here; prd: lines are owned by 02-plan.

Feature Writing Guidelines

  • Prefer feature names as verb phrases (e.g., “Invite teammates”, “Export CSV”).
  • For fix items, name them clearly (e.g., “Fix ”) and set Type: fix.
  • For chores, keep them crisp and outcome-oriented (e.g., “Chore: remove dead code”) and set Type: chore.
  • Ensure each feature has a crisp outcome (what changes for the user).
  • Avoid implementation tasks (“refactor”, “set up DB”) unless they are truly user-facing requirements.
  • If a feature is too large, split by user goal or workflow step until each item could reasonably become a single prd.

Output

  • Create or reuse tasks/.
  • Create or update tasks/todo.md.
  • After updating, suggest the next feature to spec with 02-plan (by ID/name): highest priority unchecked feature (checked = prd exists).
  • When a prd is created via 02-plan, ensure the matching feature checkbox is checked in tasks/todo.md.
  • If you made a durable project decision (scope boundary, constraint, key choice), capture it in tasks/memory.md via 06-memory.

Quality Checklist

Before finalizing tasks/todo.md:

  • Project section explains what the project is and who it serves.
  • Feature list is prioritized and reasonably sized (avoid 30 “must-haves”).
  • Feature IDs are unique and stable (no duplicates).
  • No feature is checked unless its prd exists.
  • Each feature has a Type: (feat / fix / chore).
  • Each feature has a user-visible outcome and explicit scope boundaries.
  • Dependencies (if any) reference valid feature IDs.
  • Duplicates/overlaps are merged or clearly distinguished.
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