Ticket Creator

Create well-structured Linear tickets optimized for AI agent (Claude Code) implementation. Follow a pattern-first, template-driven workflow that ensures the implementing agent can plan and execute without making open-ended architectural decisions. Consult references/guidelines.md for detailed quality criteria and writing guidelines.

Core Principle: Pattern-First

The strongest predictor of ticket success is whether the implementing agent can copy-and-adapt from an existing pattern. Every ticket MUST reference an existing code pattern or explicitly flag it as a first-time pattern requiring extra specification.

AskUserQuestion Usage

Only invoke AskUserQuestion when the answer cannot be deduced from the current conversation context, the codebase, or prior responses. If the information is available or can be inferred, proceed without asking. This applies to all stages — classification, deduplication, information gathering, anti-pattern resolution, splitting, and confirmation.

Workflow

Use TaskCreate at the start to plan the workflow steps, and TaskUpdate to mark each step as you complete it. This keeps progress visible and survives /compact.

1. Gather Context & Classify

Extract as much information as possible from the current conversation before asking any questions. If work has been discussed, use that context to pre-fill ticket details.