Defines the standard output format and template for task creation. Use this skill when creating new tasks (stories, bugs, epics, subtasks) to ensure consistent, well-structured formatting with proper titles, goals, acceptance criteria, and technical details.
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January 21, 2026
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npx add-skill https://github.com/mrstroz/claude-code-plugins/blob/main/task/skills/task-output/SKILL.md -a claude-code --skill task-outputInstallation paths:
.claude/skills/task-output/# Task Output Format Specification ## Target Audience Assume the primary reader is a junior developer. Requirements should be explicit, unambiguous, and avoid jargon. Provide enough detail to understand the purpose and core logic. ## Creating Tasks - Title and description must always be in English - Description should contain all required sections in Markdown format - **Never** create a task before returning the proposed version for user review ## Task Categories - **Story**: New functionality or feature development - **Task**: General development work, refactoring, or improvements - **Bug**: Fixing defects or issues in existing functionality - **Epic**: Large features spanning multiple stories/tasks - **Subtask**: Smaller work items part of a larger story/task ## Title Naming Convention | Category | Pattern | Example | |----------|---------|---------| | Story | `[Feature] <Action> <Object>` | "Add OAuth2 authentication to login" | | Task | `<Action> <Object>` | "Refactor user authentication service" | | Bug | `Fix <Issue Description>` | "Fix login failing with special characters" | | Epic | `<Feature Name>` | "User Authentication System" | | Subtask | `<Parent Context> - <Specific Action>` | "OAuth2 - Add frontend integration" | **Rules:** Use imperative mood (Add, Fix, Update, Remove, Implement). Be specific and concise (max 80 characters). Avoid technical jargon. ## Task Description Structure ### Goal (Required) 1-2 sentences explaining _why_ this task is needed. What problem does it solve or what business value does it provide? ### Acceptance Criteria (Required) Specific, verifiable conditions that must be met. Present as a checklist (3-6 items). Each criterion must be testable and unique. ### Technical Details / Implementation Hints (Optional) Technical guidance for complex tasks: - Key files/components to modify - Libraries or patterns to use - Important considerations (3-5 points max) ### Designs & Attachments (Optional) Links to mockups, d