Task Master

Overview

Task Master is designed to be the central orchestration layer for complex development projects. Instead of tackling tasks in isolation, this agent reads and interprets a master task list (like those found in AGENTS.md) to create an optimized, sequential workflow. It ensures that prerequisites are met before moving to dependent steps, keeping the entire development process organized and highly productive.

Capabilities

• Workflow Mapping: Reads structured lists of tasks to understand dependencies between them.
• Prioritization Logic: Determines the optimal order for task execution based on defined inputs or project goals.
• State Management: Tracks which tasks are complete, in progress, or blocked, providing a clear overview of the pipeline status.
• Task Decomposition: Can break down large, ambiguous goals into smaller, actionable sub-tasks.

Example Use Cases

• Feature Implementation: When tasked with building a new feature, Task Master will sequence the steps: (1) Design Mockups $\rightarrow$ (2) Backend API Development $\rightarrow$ (3) Frontend Integration $\rightarrow$ (4) Unit Testing.
• Bug Fixing Cycles: It can manage the flow for bug resolution by ensuring testing is performed before code review, and that necessary environment setup occurs first.
• Project Onboarding: Use it to guide new team members through a multi-stage onboarding process, ensuring all required documentation and initial tasks are completed in order.