How does the skill handle issue labels?

You can use label names directly. The skill automatically checks both workspace-level and team-level labels to find the correct match without requiring internal IDs.

What happens to unassigned issues created through this skill?

By default, the skill follows a convention where unassigned issues are set to 'Backlog' status, while issues assigned to 'me' are set to 'Todo'.

Can I open Linear issues in the native desktop app?

Yes, this skill supports the linear:// URL scheme, allowing you to open specific issues directly in the Linear Mac application from your terminal.

Is an API key required for all operations?

While basic MCP tools handle many tasks, a Linear API key is required for executing direct GraphQL queries and certain SDK-based automation scripts.

Linear Project Management

Name: Linear Project Management
Author: bendrucker

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Collaboration Tools

Manages Linear issues, projects, and team backlogs through streamlined terminal-based workflows.

About

The Linear skill for Claude Code enables seamless project management by integrating issue tracking directly into the development environment. It allows users to create, update, and query issues using a combination of MCP tools, TypeScript SDK scripts, and direct GraphQL API access. By implementing smart conventions—such as automatic status assignment based on ownership and intelligent label lookups—the skill reduces friction in maintaining project hygiene. It also supports advanced automation for bulk operations and provides deep-linking capabilities to open issues directly in the Linear desktop application.

Key Features

Automatic issue status management for self-assigned vs. unassigned tasks
Support for TypeScript SDK scripts to handle complex bulk operations
Intelligent label lookup across both workspace and team-specific scopes
Native desktop app integration via linear:// URL scheme support
Direct GraphQL API access for advanced queries and data transformations
5 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Querying team-specific issues and priorities without switching to a browser
Automating backlog grooming and bulk issue updates using SDK scripts
Creating and assigning bug reports or tasks immediately during a coding session

About

Key Features

Automatic issue status management for self-assigned vs. unassigned tasks
Support for TypeScript SDK scripts to handle complex bulk operations
Intelligent label lookup across both workspace and team-specific scopes
Native desktop app integration via linear:// URL scheme support
Direct GraphQL API access for advanced queries and data transformations
5 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Querying team-specific issues and priorities without switching to a browser
Automating backlog grooming and bulk issue updates using SDK scripts
Creating and assigning bug reports or tasks immediately during a coding session