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Use this skill when writing, reviewing, or discussing issue descriptions, acceptance criteria, or task breakdowns. Ensures consistent, high-quality issue structure that any developer or AI can pick up and execute. Triggers when drafting issues, defining requirements, or when users ask "how should I write this issue?" or "what should the acceptance criteria be?"

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Issue Writing Skill

This skill guides the creation of well-structured, actionable Jira issues that any developer or AI can pick up and execute independently.

When to Use

Apply this skill when:

  • Writing or drafting issue descriptions
  • Defining acceptance criteria for tasks
  • Breaking down features into Subtasks
  • Reviewing existing issues for clarity
  • Users ask how to document requirements

Issue Structure: Parent Stories

h2. IMPORTANT: Jira Issue Discipline
[Standard discipline rules]

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h2. Problem
[1-2 sentences: Why does this feature need to exist?]

h2. Solution
[1-2 sentences: What are we building to solve this?]

h2. High-Level Implementation
[Bullet points: Key technical decisions, patterns]

h2. Codebase Investigation Findings
[What patterns to follow, similar features, code locations]

h2. Out of Scope / Deferred
[Explicitly list what we're NOT doing]

Issue Structure: Subtasks

h2. Objective
[1-2 sentences: What specific thing needs to be done?]

h2. Acceptance Criteria
* [Specific, testable criterion 1]
* [Specific, testable criterion 2]
* [Specific, testable criterion 3]

h2. Implementation Notes
* Relevant files: [paths]
* Patterns to follow: [reference]
* Dependencies: [other Subtasks]

Writing Good Acceptance Criteria (SMART)

  • Specific: Clear about what exactly needs to happen
  • Measurable: Can objectively verify if it's done
  • Achievable: Within scope of this single Subtask
  • Relevant: Directly related to the objective
  • Testable: Can be validated by running/checking

Jira Formatting Notes

Jira uses Wiki markup, not Markdown:

  • Headers: h1., h2., h3.
  • Bold: *bold*
  • Bullets: * or -
  • Numbered list: #
  • Code: {{inline}} or {code}block{code}
  • Links: [title|url]

Anti-Patterns to Avoid

  • Vague objectives: "Improve the dashboard"
  • Missing acceptance criteria: Assuming it's obvious
  • Implementation prescription: Over-specifying the how
  • Hidden dependencies: Not mentioning blockers
  • Scope creep: Adding "nice to haves"

Remember: A good issue can be executed by anyone who reads it.