Agent Task Shaping

Use this skill before launching an agentic implementation, research, review, or long-running workflow from a vague request.

Process

• State the user-visible outcome in one sentence.
• Name the smallest reversible slice that can produce evidence.
• Separate required context from optional background.
• Choose the agent loadout or role that can own the slice end to end.
• Identify allowed tools, blocked tools, and any permission expansion that needs approval.
• Define the autonomy level: act directly, ask before mutation, ask before external side effects, or propose only.
• Define verification evidence before work starts.

Output