name: track-management
description: Use this skill when creating, managing, or working with Conductor
tracks - the logical work units for features, bugs, and refactors. Applies to
spec.md, plan.md, and track lifecycle operations.
metadata:
version: 1.0.0

Track Management

Guide for creating, managing, and completing Conductor tracks - the logical work units that organize features, bugs, and refactors through specification, planning, and implementation phases.

Use this skill when

• Creating new feature, bug, or refactor tracks
• Writing or reviewing spec.md files
• Creating or updating plan.md files
• Managing track lifecycle from creation to completion
• Understanding track status markers and conventions
• Working with the tracks.md registry
• Interpreting or updating track metadata

Do not use this skill when

• The task is unrelated to track management
• You need a different domain or tool outside this scope

Instructions

• Clarify goals, constraints, and required inputs.
• Apply relevant best practices and validate outcomes.
• Provide actionable steps and verification.
• If detailed examples are required, open resources/implementation-playbook.md.

Resources

• resources/implementation-playbook.md for detailed patterns and examples.