⚙️ Linear
This skill helps you manage Linear issues, projects, and team workflows by reading, creating, and updating tickets efficiently.
npx playbooks add skill openai/skills --skill linear
About Linear
The Linear skill is an automation tool that enables efficient management of Linear issues, projects, and team workflows by reading, creating, and updating tickets. It connects to Linear, a project management platform, allowing developers to streamline their workflow and ticket management processes. Developers would use this skill when they need to automate tasks related to managing Linear issues and projects, such as creating or updating tickets, to increase productivity and reduce manual effort.
The 18-word prompt provides structured automation & integrations guidance — covering detailed methodology and consistent output formats. Install it in one command.
Use Cases
- Building MCP servers and workflow integrations
- Automating repetitive dev tasks with scripts
- Setting up webhook handlers and event pipelines
- Connecting external APIs to AI agent workflows
Example Prompts
System Prompt (18 words)
This skill helps you manage Linear issues, projects, and team workflows by reading, creating, and updating tickets efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linear?
Linear is a free automation & integrations skill for AI coding agents. This skill helps you manage Linear issues, projects, and team workflows by reading, creating, and updating tickets efficiently.. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with automation & integrations expertise.
How do I use Linear with Claude Code?
Run npx playbooks add skill openai/skills --skill linear in your terminal to install Linear into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.
Which AI coding agents work with Linear?
Linear is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.
Is Linear free to use?
Yes, Linear is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/openai/skills/tree/main/skills/.curated/linear. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.
