Inbox

Inbox Task Selector

Select the highest priority task from the inbox and shape the implementation approach with the user.

Instructions

Step 1: Fetch Inbox Tasks

Run the check-inbox command to get open tasks:

wrkq check-inbox --json

Step 2: Select Highest Priority Task

From the JSON output, identify the task with:

1. Lowest priority number (1 = highest priority, 4 = lowest)
2. Among equal priorities, prefer tasks with earlier created_at

Step 3: Display Selected Task

Show the user:

• Task ID and title
• Priority level
• Current state
• Brief summary of what the task involves

Read the full task details:

wrkq cat <task-id>

Step 4: Understand the Ask

Before proposing implementation:

1. Read the task description thoroughly
2. Explore any referenced files or code
3. Understand the scope and constraints

Step 5: Shape the Implementation

After understanding the task, use the prompt-shaping skill to collaborate with the user on the implementation approach:

1. Propose a structured interpretation of the task
2. Break down into actionable steps
3. Identify any ambiguities or decisions needed
4. Get user alignment before proceeding

To invoke prompt-shaping, use the Skill tool:

Skill: prompt-shaping

Step 6: Begin Work

Once the user approves the shaped approach:

1. Set the task to in_progress
2. Create a TodoWrite list for tracking
3. Begin implementation

wrkq set <task-id> --state in_progress

Example Flow

User: /inbox

Claude: Let me check your inbox for the highest priority task...

[Runs: wrkq check-inbox --json]

Found 3 open tasks. Selecting highest priority:

**T-00036: Implement deleted state and restore command**
- Priority: 3
- State: open
- Created: 2025-12-28

Let me read the full task details...

[Runs: wrkq cat T-00036]

This task involves adding a "deleted" lifecycle state and a restore command.

Now let me shape the implementation with you...

[Invokes prompt-shaping skill]

Notes

• Always show the user which task was selected and why
• If multiple tasks have equal priority, briefly mention alternatives
• Use prompt-shaping to ensure alignment before coding
• Track progress with wrkq comments as work proceeds

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