| name | backlog-manager |
| description | Manage backlog items across multiple backends (GitHub Issues, Linear, Beads). Configure task_management in .agents.yml. |
Backlog Manager Skill
Overview
The backlog manager provides a unified interface for tracking work items across different task management systems. Choose your backend based on team preferences and existing tooling.
Supported Backends:
| Backend | Integration | Best For |
|---|
| GitHub | gh CLI | Teams using GitHub Issues |
| Linear | MCP server | Teams using Linear |
| Beads | bd CLI | Dependency-aware workflows, AI agents |
For simple/solo projects: Use native Tasks (TaskCreate, TaskList, TaskUpdate) instead of backlog-manager.
Configuration
Configure your preferred backend in your project's .agents.yml:
task_management: github
workflow_labels:
- backlog
- in-progress
- ready-for-review