| name | task-dependency-patterns |
| license | MIT |
| compatibility | Claude Code 2.1.220+. |
| description | Task Management patterns with TaskCreate, TaskUpdate, TaskGet, TaskList tools. Decompose complex work into trackable tasks with dependency chains. Use when managing multi-step implementations, coordinating parallel work, or tracking completion status. |
| context | fork |
| version | 1.0.0 |
| author | OrchestKit |
| agent | workflow-architect |
| tags | ["task-management","dependencies","orchestration","workflow","coordination"] |
| user-invocable | false |
| disable-model-invocation | true |
| complexity | medium |
| persuasion-type | reference |
| metadata | {"category":"workflow-automation"} |
| allowed-tools | ["Read","Glob","Grep","WebFetch","WebSearch"] |
| tool-coverage | illustrative |
Task Dependency Patterns
Overview
Claude Code 2.1.16 introduces a native Task Management System with four tools:
- TaskCreate: Create new tasks with subject, description, and activeForm
- TaskUpdate: Update status (pending → in_progress → completed), set dependencies
- TaskGet: Retrieve full task details including blockers
- TaskList: View all tasks with status and dependency summary
Tasks enable structured work tracking, parallel coordination, and clear progress visibility.
When to Use
- Breaking down complex multi-step implementations
- Coordinating parallel work across multiple files
- Tracking progress on large features
- Managing dependencies between related changes
- Providing visibility into work status
Key Patterns
1. Task Decomposition
Break complex work into atomic, trackable units:
Feature: Add user authentication
Tasks:
#1. [pending] Create User model
#2. [pending] Add auth endpoints (blockedBy: #1)
#3. [pending] Implement JWT tokens (blockedBy: #2)
#4. [pending] Add auth middleware (blockedBy: #3)
#5. [pending] Write integration tests (blockedBy: #4)
2. Dependency Chains
Use addBlockedBy to create execution order:
{"taskId": "3", "addBlockedBy": ["1", "2"]}
3. Status Workflow
pending → in_progress → completed
↓ ↓
(unblocked) (active)
pending/in_progress → deleted
- pending: Task created but not started
- in_progress: Actively being worked on
- completed: Work finished and verified
- deleted: Task removed — permanently removes the task
Task Deletion
