backlog-burndown

name	backlog-burndown
compatibility	["github-copilot-cli"]
description	Use when managing backlog burn-down and flow health across a sprint window or milestone. USE FOR: build burn-down tables from issue state changes, detect spillover risk from velocity and remaining scope, prioritize blockers to protect sprint goals, and produce daily backlog status updates with explicit actions. DO NOT USE FOR: writing implementation code, replacing sprint retrospective analysis, or setting annual portfolio strategy.
category	operations
metadata	{"category":"operations","maturity":"stable","audience":["developer"]}
allowed-tools	[]

Backlog Burndown Skill

Use this skill when you need a structured way to track backlog completion pace, scope drift, and risk to sprint commitments.

Use Cases

• Daily burn-down check for sprint backlog health.
• Mid-sprint risk review for scope creep and blocked work.
• End-of-week status update with actionable backlog triage recommendations.

Reference Files

File	Purpose
references/burndown-workflow.md	Step-by-step workflow and report format
references/metrics-formulas.md	Formulas for burn-down, spillover, and blocker pressure

Agent Pairing

• sprint-planner for commitment and capacity context.
• issue-triage for blocker and priority updates.
• product-manager for scope trade-off decisions.