chore: improve init message

Co-authored-by: Ralph Khreish <Crunchyman-ralph@users.noreply.github.com>
Co-authored-by: claude[bot] <209825114+claude[bot]@users.noreply.github.com>
Resolves issue #1271 - MCP Connection Closed Error After Upgrading to v0.27.3

.changeset/fix-mcp-connection-errors.md

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+---
+"task-master-ai": patch
+---
+
+Fix MCP connection errors caused by deprecated generateTaskFiles calls. Resolves "Cannot read properties of null (reading 'toString')" errors when using MCP tools for task management operations.

.changeset/fix-mcp-default-tasks-path.md

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+---
+"task-master-ai": patch
+---
+
+Fix MCP server error when file parameter not provided - now properly constructs default tasks.json path instead of failing with 'tasksJsonPath is required' error.

.changeset/nice-ways-hope.md

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+---
+"task-master-ai": minor
+---
+
+Add RPG (Repository Planning Graph) method template for structured PRD creation. The new `example_prd_rpg.txt` template teaches AI agents and developers the RPG methodology through embedded instructions, inline good/bad examples, and XML-style tags for structure. This template enables creation of dependency-aware PRDs that automatically generate topologically-ordered task graphs when parsed with Task Master.
+
+Key features:
+- Method-as-template: teaches RPG principles (dual-semantics, explicit dependencies, topological order) while being used
+- Inline instructions at decision points guide AI through each section
+- Good/bad examples for immediate pattern matching
+- Flexible plain-text format with XML-style tags for parseability
+- Critical dependency-graph section ensures correct task ordering
+- Automatic inclusion during `task-master init`
+- Comprehensive documentation at [docs.task-master.dev/capabilities/rpg-method](https://docs.task-master.dev/capabilities/rpg-method)
+- Tool recommendations for code-context-aware PRD creation (Claude Code, Cursor, Gemini CLI, Codex/Grok)
+
+The RPG template complements the existing `example_prd.txt` and provides a more structured approach for complex projects requiring clear module boundaries and dependency chains.

.changeset/pre.json

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     "extension": "0.25.4"
   },
   "changesets": [
+    "brave-lions-sing",
     "chore-fix-docs",
     "cursor-slash-commands",
     "curvy-weeks-flow",
     "easy-spiders-wave",
+    "fix-mcp-connection-errors",
+    "fix-mcp-default-tasks-path",
     "flat-cities-say",
     "forty-tables-invite",
     "gentle-cats-dance",

.taskmaster/templates/example_prd_rpg.txt

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+<rpg-method>
+# Repository Planning Graph (RPG) Method - PRD Template
+
+This template teaches you (AI or human) how to create structured, dependency-aware PRDs using the RPG methodology from Microsoft Research. The key insight: separate WHAT (functional) from HOW (structural), then connect them with explicit dependencies.
+
+## Core Principles
+
+1. **Dual-Semantics**: Think functional (capabilities) AND structural (code organization) separately, then map them
+2. **Explicit Dependencies**: Never assume - always state what depends on what
+3. **Topological Order**: Build foundation first, then layers on top
+4. **Progressive Refinement**: Start broad, refine iteratively
+
+## How to Use This Template
+
+- Follow the instructions in each `<instruction>` block
+- Look at `<example>` blocks to see good vs bad patterns
+- Fill in the content sections with your project details
+- The AI reading this will learn the RPG method by following along
+- Task Master will parse the resulting PRD into dependency-aware tasks
+
+## Recommended Tools for Creating PRDs
+
+When using this template to **create** a PRD (not parse it), use **code-context-aware AI assistants** for best results:
+
+**Why?** The AI needs to understand your existing codebase to make good architectural decisions about modules, dependencies, and integration points.
+
+**Recommended tools:**
+- **Claude Code** (claude-code CLI) - Best for structured reasoning and large contexts
+- **Cursor/Windsurf** - IDE integration with full codebase context
+- **Gemini CLI** (gemini-cli) - Massive context window for large codebases
+- **Codex/Grok CLI** - Strong code generation with context awareness
+
+**Note:** Once your PRD is created, `task-master parse-prd` works with any configured AI model - it just needs to read the PRD text itself, not your codebase.
+</rpg-method>
+
+---
+
+<overview>
+<instruction>
+Start with the problem, not the solution. Be specific about:
+- What pain point exists?
+- Who experiences it?
+- Why existing solutions don't work?
+- What success looks like (measurable outcomes)?
+
+Keep this section focused - don't jump into implementation details yet.
+</instruction>
+
+## Problem Statement
+[Describe the core problem. Be concrete about user pain points.]
+
+## Target Users
+[Define personas, their workflows, and what they're trying to achieve.]
+
+## Success Metrics
+[Quantifiable outcomes. Examples: "80% task completion via autopilot", "< 5% manual intervention rate"]
+
+</overview>
+
+---
+
+<functional-decomposition>
+<instruction>
+Now think about CAPABILITIES (what the system DOES), not code structure yet.
+
+Step 1: Identify high-level capability domains
+- Think: "What major things does this system do?"
+- Examples: Data Management, Core Processing, Presentation Layer
+
+Step 2: For each capability, enumerate specific features
+- Use explore-exploit strategy:
+  * Exploit: What features are REQUIRED for core value?
+  * Explore: What features make this domain COMPLETE?
+
+Step 3: For each feature, define:
+- Description: What it does in one sentence
+- Inputs: What data/context it needs
+- Outputs: What it produces/returns
+- Behavior: Key logic or transformations
+
+<example type="good">
+Capability: Data Validation
+  Feature: Schema validation
+    - Description: Validate JSON payloads against defined schemas
+    - Inputs: JSON object, schema definition
+    - Outputs: Validation result (pass/fail) + error details
+    - Behavior: Iterate fields, check types, enforce constraints
+
+  Feature: Business rule validation
+    - Description: Apply domain-specific validation rules
+    - Inputs: Validated data object, rule set
+    - Outputs: Boolean + list of violated rules
+    - Behavior: Execute rules sequentially, short-circuit on failure
+</example>
+
+<example type="bad">
+Capability: validation.js
+  (Problem: This is a FILE, not a CAPABILITY. Mixing structure into functional thinking.)
+
+Capability: Validation
+  Feature: Make sure data is good
+  (Problem: Too vague. No inputs/outputs. Not actionable.)
+</example>
+</instruction>
+
+## Capability Tree
+
+### Capability: [Name]
+[Brief description of what this capability domain covers]
+
+#### Feature: [Name]
+- **Description**: [One sentence]
+- **Inputs**: [What it needs]
+- **Outputs**: [What it produces]
+- **Behavior**: [Key logic]
+
+#### Feature: [Name]
+- **Description**:
+- **Inputs**:
+- **Outputs**:
+- **Behavior**:
+
+### Capability: [Name]
+...
+
+</functional-decomposition>
+
+---
+
+<structural-decomposition>
+<instruction>
+NOW think about code organization. Map capabilities to actual file/folder structure.
+
+Rules:
+1. Each capability maps to a module (folder or file)
+2. Features within a capability map to functions/classes
+3. Use clear module boundaries - each module has ONE responsibility
+4. Define what each module exports (public interface)
+
+The goal: Create a clear mapping between "what it does" (functional) and "where it lives" (structural).
+
+<example type="good">
+Capability: Data Validation
+  → Maps to: src/validation/
+    ├── schema-validator.js      (Schema validation feature)
+    ├── rule-validator.js         (Business rule validation feature)
+    └── index.js                  (Public exports)
+
+Exports:
+  - validateSchema(data, schema)
+  - validateRules(data, rules)
+</example>
+
+<example type="bad">
+Capability: Data Validation
+  → Maps to: src/utils.js
+  (Problem: "utils" is not a clear module boundary. Where do I find validation logic?)
+
+Capability: Data Validation
+  → Maps to: src/validation/everything.js
+  (Problem: One giant file. Features should map to separate files for maintainability.)
+</example>
+</instruction>
+
+## Repository Structure
+
+```
+project-root/
+├── src/
+│   ├── [module-name]/       # Maps to: [Capability Name]
+│   │   ├── [file].js        # Maps to: [Feature Name]
+│   │   └── index.js         # Public exports
+│   └── [module-name]/
+├── tests/
+└── docs/
+```
+
+## Module Definitions
+
+### Module: [Name]
+- **Maps to capability**: [Capability from functional decomposition]
+- **Responsibility**: [Single clear purpose]
+- **File structure**:
+  ```
+  module-name/
+  ├── feature1.js
+  ├── feature2.js
+  └── index.js
+  ```
+- **Exports**:
+  - `functionName()` - [what it does]
+  - `ClassName` - [what it does]
+
+</structural-decomposition>
+
+---
+
+<dependency-graph>
+<instruction>
+This is THE CRITICAL SECTION for Task Master parsing.
+
+Define explicit dependencies between modules. This creates the topological order for task execution.
+
+Rules:
+1. List modules in dependency order (foundation first)
+2. For each module, state what it depends on
+3. Foundation modules should have NO dependencies
+4. Every non-foundation module should depend on at least one other module
+5. Think: "What must EXIST before I can build this module?"
+
+<example type="good">
+Foundation Layer (no dependencies):
+  - error-handling: No dependencies
+  - config-manager: No dependencies
+  - base-types: No dependencies
+
+Data Layer:
+  - schema-validator: Depends on [base-types, error-handling]
+  - data-ingestion: Depends on [schema-validator, config-manager]
+
+Core Layer:
+  - algorithm-engine: Depends on [base-types, error-handling]
+  - pipeline-orchestrator: Depends on [algorithm-engine, data-ingestion]
+</example>
+
+<example type="bad">
+- validation: Depends on API
+- API: Depends on validation
+(Problem: Circular dependency. This will cause build/runtime issues.)
+
+- user-auth: Depends on everything
+(Problem: Too many dependencies. Should be more focused.)
+</example>
+</instruction>
+
+## Dependency Chain
+
+### Foundation Layer (Phase 0)
+No dependencies - these are built first.
+
+- **[Module Name]**: [What it provides]
+- **[Module Name]**: [What it provides]
+
+### [Layer Name] (Phase 1)
+- **[Module Name]**: Depends on [[module-from-phase-0], [module-from-phase-0]]
+- **[Module Name]**: Depends on [[module-from-phase-0]]
+
+### [Layer Name] (Phase 2)
+- **[Module Name]**: Depends on [[module-from-phase-1], [module-from-foundation]]
+
+[Continue building up layers...]
+
+</dependency-graph>
+
+---
+
+<implementation-roadmap>
+<instruction>
+Turn the dependency graph into concrete development phases.
+
+Each phase should:
+1. Have clear entry criteria (what must exist before starting)
+2. Contain tasks that can be parallelized (no inter-dependencies within phase)
+3. Have clear exit criteria (how do we know phase is complete?)
+4. Build toward something USABLE (not just infrastructure)
+
+Phase ordering follows topological sort of dependency graph.
+
+<example type="good">
+Phase 0: Foundation
+  Entry: Clean repository
+  Tasks:
+    - Implement error handling utilities
+    - Create base type definitions
+    - Setup configuration system
+  Exit: Other modules can import foundation without errors
+
+Phase 1: Data Layer
+  Entry: Phase 0 complete
+  Tasks:
+    - Implement schema validator (uses: base types, error handling)
+    - Build data ingestion pipeline (uses: validator, config)
+  Exit: End-to-end data flow from input to validated output
+</example>
+
+<example type="bad">
+Phase 1: Build Everything
+  Tasks:
+    - API
+    - Database
+    - UI
+    - Tests
+  (Problem: No clear focus. Too broad. Dependencies not considered.)
+</example>
+</instruction>
+
+## Development Phases
+
+### Phase 0: [Foundation Name]
+**Goal**: [What foundational capability this establishes]
+
+**Entry Criteria**: [What must be true before starting]
+
+**Tasks**:
+- [ ] [Task name] (depends on: [none or list])
+  - Acceptance criteria: [How we know it's done]
+  - Test strategy: [What tests prove it works]
+
+- [ ] [Task name] (depends on: [none or list])
+
+**Exit Criteria**: [Observable outcome that proves phase complete]
+
+**Delivers**: [What can users/developers do after this phase?]
+
+---
+
+### Phase 1: [Layer Name]
+**Goal**:
+
+**Entry Criteria**: Phase 0 complete
+
+**Tasks**:
+- [ ] [Task name] (depends on: [[tasks-from-phase-0]])
+- [ ] [Task name] (depends on: [[tasks-from-phase-0]])
+
+**Exit Criteria**:
+
+**Delivers**:
+
+---
+
+[Continue with more phases...]
+
+</implementation-roadmap>
+
+---
+
+<test-strategy>
+<instruction>
+Define how testing will be integrated throughout development (TDD approach).
+
+Specify:
+1. Test pyramid ratios (unit vs integration vs e2e)
+2. Coverage requirements
+3. Critical test scenarios
+4. Test generation guidelines for Surgical Test Generator
+
+This section guides the AI when generating tests during the RED phase of TDD.
+
+<example type="good">
+Critical Test Scenarios for Data Validation module:
+  - Happy path: Valid data passes all checks
+  - Edge cases: Empty strings, null values, boundary numbers
+  - Error cases: Invalid types, missing required fields
+  - Integration: Validator works with ingestion pipeline
+</example>
+</instruction>
+
+## Test Pyramid
+
+```
+        /\
+       /E2E\       ← [X]% (End-to-end, slow, comprehensive)
+      /------\
+     /Integration\ ← [Y]% (Module interactions)
+    /------------\
+   /  Unit Tests  \ ← [Z]% (Fast, isolated, deterministic)
+  /----------------\
+```
+
+## Coverage Requirements
+- Line coverage: [X]% minimum
+- Branch coverage: [X]% minimum
+- Function coverage: [X]% minimum
+- Statement coverage: [X]% minimum
+
+## Critical Test Scenarios
+
+### [Module/Feature Name]
+**Happy path**:
+- [Scenario description]
+- Expected: [What should happen]
+
+**Edge cases**:
+- [Scenario description]
+- Expected: [What should happen]
+
+**Error cases**:
+- [Scenario description]
+- Expected: [How system handles failure]
+
+**Integration points**:
+- [What interactions to test]
+- Expected: [End-to-end behavior]
+
+## Test Generation Guidelines
+[Specific instructions for Surgical Test Generator about what to focus on, what patterns to follow, project-specific test conventions]
+
+</test-strategy>
+
+---
+
+<architecture>
+<instruction>
+Describe technical architecture, data models, and key design decisions.
+
+Keep this section AFTER functional/structural decomposition - implementation details come after understanding structure.
+</instruction>
+
+## System Components
+[Major architectural pieces and their responsibilities]
+
+## Data Models
+[Core data structures, schemas, database design]
+
+## Technology Stack
+[Languages, frameworks, key libraries]
+
+**Decision: [Technology/Pattern]**
+- **Rationale**: [Why chosen]
+- **Trade-offs**: [What we're giving up]
+- **Alternatives considered**: [What else we looked at]
+
+</architecture>
+
+---
+
+<risks>
+<instruction>
+Identify risks that could derail development and how to mitigate them.
+
+Categories:
+- Technical risks (complexity, unknowns)
+- Dependency risks (blocking issues)
+- Scope risks (creep, underestimation)
+</instruction>
+
+## Technical Risks
+**Risk**: [Description]
+- **Impact**: [High/Medium/Low - effect on project]
+- **Likelihood**: [High/Medium/Low]
+- **Mitigation**: [How to address]
+- **Fallback**: [Plan B if mitigation fails]
+
+## Dependency Risks
+[External dependencies, blocking issues]
+
+## Scope Risks
+[Scope creep, underestimation, unclear requirements]
+
+</risks>
+
+---
+
+<appendix>
+## References
+[Papers, documentation, similar systems]
+
+## Glossary
+[Domain-specific terms]
+
+## Open Questions
+[Things to resolve during development]
+</appendix>
+
+---
+
+<task-master-integration>
+# How Task Master Uses This PRD
+
+When you run `task-master parse-prd <file>.txt`, the parser:
+
+1. **Extracts capabilities** → Main tasks
+   - Each `### Capability:` becomes a top-level task
+
+2. **Extracts features** → Subtasks
+   - Each `#### Feature:` becomes a subtask under its capability
+
+3. **Parses dependencies** → Task dependencies
+   - `Depends on: [X, Y]` sets task.dependencies = ["X", "Y"]
+
+4. **Orders by phases** → Task priorities
+   - Phase 0 tasks = highest priority
+   - Phase N tasks = lower priority, properly sequenced
+
+5. **Uses test strategy** → Test generation context
+   - Feeds test scenarios to Surgical Test Generator during implementation
+
+**Result**: A dependency-aware task graph that can be executed in topological order.
+
+## Why RPG Structure Matters
+
+Traditional flat PRDs lead to:
+- ❌ Unclear task dependencies
+- ❌ Arbitrary task ordering
+- ❌ Circular dependencies discovered late
+- ❌ Poorly scoped tasks
+
+RPG-structured PRDs provide:
+- ✅ Explicit dependency chains
+- ✅ Topological execution order
+- ✅ Clear module boundaries
+- ✅ Validated task graph before implementation
+
+## Tips for Best Results
+
+1. **Spend time on dependency graph** - This is the most valuable section for Task Master
+2. **Keep features atomic** - Each feature should be independently testable
+3. **Progressive refinement** - Start broad, use `task-master expand` to break down complex tasks
+4. **Use research mode** - `task-master parse-prd --research` leverages AI for better task generation
+</task-master-integration>

CHANGELOG.md

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 # task-master-ai
 
+## 0.28.0-rc.2
+
+### Minor Changes
+
+- [#1273](https://github.com/eyaltoledano/claude-task-master/pull/1273) [`b43b7ce`](https://github.com/eyaltoledano/claude-task-master/commit/b43b7ce201625eee956fb2f8cd332f238bb78c21) Thanks [@ben-vargas](https://github.com/ben-vargas)! - Add Codex CLI provider with OAuth authentication
+  - Added codex-cli provider for GPT-5 and GPT-5-Codex models (272K input / 128K output)
+  - OAuth-first authentication via `codex login` - no API key required
+  - Optional OPENAI_CODEX_API_KEY support
+  - Codebase analysis capabilities automatically enabled
+  - Command-specific settings and approval/sandbox modes
+
+### Patch Changes
+
+- [#1277](https://github.com/eyaltoledano/claude-task-master/pull/1277) [`7b5a7c4`](https://github.com/eyaltoledano/claude-task-master/commit/7b5a7c4495a68b782f7407fc5d0e0d3ae81f42f5) Thanks [@Crunchyman-ralph](https://github.com/Crunchyman-ralph)! - Fix MCP connection errors caused by deprecated generateTaskFiles calls. Resolves "Cannot read properties of null (reading 'toString')" errors when using MCP tools for task management operations.
+
+- [#1276](https://github.com/eyaltoledano/claude-task-master/pull/1276) [`caee040`](https://github.com/eyaltoledano/claude-task-master/commit/caee040907f856d31a660171c9e6d966f23c632e) Thanks [@Crunchyman-ralph](https://github.com/Crunchyman-ralph)! - Fix MCP server error when file parameter not provided - now properly constructs default tasks.json path instead of failing with 'tasksJsonPath is required' error.
+
 ## 0.28.0-rc.1
 
 ### Patch Changes

apps/cli/src/command-registry.ts

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+/**
+ * @fileoverview Centralized Command Registry
+ * Provides a single location for registering all CLI commands
+ */
+
+import { Command } from 'commander';
+
+// Import all commands
+import { ListTasksCommand } from './commands/list.command.js';
+import { ShowCommand } from './commands/show.command.js';
+import { AuthCommand } from './commands/auth.command.js';
+import { ContextCommand } from './commands/context.command.js';
+import { StartCommand } from './commands/start.command.js';
+import { SetStatusCommand } from './commands/set-status.command.js';
+import { ExportCommand } from './commands/export.command.js';
+
+/**
+ * Command metadata for registration
+ */
+export interface CommandMetadata {
+	name: string;
+	description: string;
+	commandClass: typeof Command;
+	category?: 'task' | 'auth' | 'utility' | 'development';
+}
+
+/**
+ * Registry of all available commands
+ */
+export class CommandRegistry {
+	/**
+	 * All available commands with their metadata
+	 */
+	private static commands: CommandMetadata[] = [
+		// Task Management Commands
+		{
+			name: 'list',
+			description: 'List all tasks with filtering and status overview',
+			commandClass: ListTasksCommand as any,
+			category: 'task'
+		},
+		{
+			name: 'show',
+			description: 'Display detailed information about a specific task',
+			commandClass: ShowCommand as any,
+			category: 'task'
+		},
+		{
+			name: 'start',
+			description: 'Start working on a task with claude-code',
+			commandClass: StartCommand as any,
+			category: 'task'
+		},
+		{
+			name: 'set-status',
+			description: 'Update the status of one or more tasks',
+			commandClass: SetStatusCommand as any,
+			category: 'task'
+		},
+		{
+			name: 'export',
+			description: 'Export tasks to external systems',
+			commandClass: ExportCommand as any,
+			category: 'task'
+		},
+
+		// Authentication & Context Commands
+		{
+			name: 'auth',
+			description: 'Manage authentication with tryhamster.com',
+			commandClass: AuthCommand as any,
+			category: 'auth'
+		},
+		{
+			name: 'context',
+			description: 'Manage workspace context (organization/brief)',
+			commandClass: ContextCommand as any,
+			category: 'auth'
+		}
+	];
+
+	/**
+	 * Register all commands on a program instance
+	 * @param program - Commander program to register commands on
+	 */
+	static registerAll(program: Command): void {
+		for (const cmd of this.commands) {
+			this.registerCommand(program, cmd);
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Register specific commands by category
+	 * @param program - Commander program to register commands on
+	 * @param category - Category of commands to register
+	 */
+	static registerByCategory(
+		program: Command,
+		category: 'task' | 'auth' | 'utility' | 'development'
+	): void {
+		const categoryCommands = this.commands.filter(
+			(cmd) => cmd.category === category
+		);
+
+		for (const cmd of categoryCommands) {
+			this.registerCommand(program, cmd);
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Register a single command by name
+	 * @param program - Commander program to register the command on
+	 * @param name - Name of the command to register
+	 */
+	static registerByName(program: Command, name: string): void {
+		const cmd = this.commands.find((c) => c.name === name);
+		if (cmd) {
+			this.registerCommand(program, cmd);
+		} else {
+			throw new Error(`Command '${name}' not found in registry`);
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Register a single command
+	 * @param program - Commander program to register the command on
+	 * @param metadata - Command metadata
+	 */
+	private static registerCommand(
+		program: Command,
+		metadata: CommandMetadata
+	): void {
+		const CommandClass = metadata.commandClass as any;
+
+		// Use the static registration method that all commands have
+		if (CommandClass.registerOn) {
+			CommandClass.registerOn(program);
+		} else if (CommandClass.register) {
+			CommandClass.register(program);
+		} else {
+			// Fallback to creating instance and adding
+			const instance = new CommandClass();
+			program.addCommand(instance);
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Get all registered command names
+	 */
+	static getCommandNames(): string[] {
+		return this.commands.map((cmd) => cmd.name);
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Get commands by category
+	 */
+	static getCommandsByCategory(
+		category: 'task' | 'auth' | 'utility' | 'development'
+	): CommandMetadata[] {
+		return this.commands.filter((cmd) => cmd.category === category);
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Add a new command to the registry
+	 * @param metadata - Command metadata to add
+	 */
+	static addCommand(metadata: CommandMetadata): void {
+		// Check if command already exists
+		if (this.commands.some((cmd) => cmd.name === metadata.name)) {
+			throw new Error(`Command '${metadata.name}' already exists in registry`);
+		}
+
+		this.commands.push(metadata);
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Remove a command from the registry
+	 * @param name - Name of the command to remove
+	 */
+	static removeCommand(name: string): boolean {
+		const index = this.commands.findIndex((cmd) => cmd.name === name);
+		if (index >= 0) {
+			this.commands.splice(index, 1);
+			return true;
+		}
+		return false;
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Get command metadata by name
+	 * @param name - Name of the command
+	 */
+	static getCommand(name: string): CommandMetadata | undefined {
+		return this.commands.find((cmd) => cmd.name === name);
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Check if a command exists
+	 * @param name - Name of the command
+	 */
+	static hasCommand(name: string): boolean {
+		return this.commands.some((cmd) => cmd.name === name);
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Get a formatted list of all commands for display
+	 */
+	static getFormattedCommandList(): string {
+		const categories = {
+			task: 'Task Management',
+			auth: 'Authentication & Context',
+			utility: 'Utilities',
+			development: 'Development'
+		};
+
+		let output = '';
+
+		for (const [category, title] of Object.entries(categories)) {
+			const cmds = this.getCommandsByCategory(
+				category as keyof typeof categories
+			);
+			if (cmds.length > 0) {
+				output += `\n${title}:\n`;
+				for (const cmd of cmds) {
+					output += `  ${cmd.name.padEnd(20)} ${cmd.description}\n`;
+				}
+			}
+		}
+
+		return output;
+	}
+}
+
+/**
+ * Convenience function to register all CLI commands
+ * @param program - Commander program instance
+ */
+export function registerAllCommands(program: Command): void {
+	CommandRegistry.registerAll(program);
+}
+
+/**
+ * Convenience function to register commands by category
+ * @param program - Commander program instance
+ * @param category - Category to register
+ */
+export function registerCommandsByCategory(
+	program: Command,
+	category: 'task' | 'auth' | 'utility' | 'development'
+): void {
+	CommandRegistry.registerByCategory(program, category);
+}
+
+// Export the registry for direct access if needed
+export default CommandRegistry;

apps/cli/src/commands/auth.command.ts

@@ -493,18 +493,7 @@ export class AuthCommand extends Command {
 	}
 
 	/**
-	 * Static method to register this command on an existing program
-	 * This is for gradual migration - allows commands.js to use this
-	 */
-	static registerOn(program: Command): Command {
-		const authCommand = new AuthCommand();
-		program.addCommand(authCommand);
-		return authCommand;
-	}
-
-	/**
-	 * Alternative registration that returns the command for chaining
-	 * Can also configure the command name if needed
+	 * Register this command on an existing program
 	 */
 	static register(program: Command, name?: string): AuthCommand {
 		const authCommand = new AuthCommand(name);

apps/cli/src/commands/context.command.ts

@@ -694,16 +694,7 @@ export class ContextCommand extends Command {
 	}
 
 	/**
-	 * Static method to register this command on an existing program
-	 */
-	static registerOn(program: Command): Command {
-		const contextCommand = new ContextCommand();
-		program.addCommand(contextCommand);
-		return contextCommand;
-	}
-
-	/**
-	 * Alternative registration that returns the command for chaining
+	 * Register this command on an existing program
 	 */
 	static register(program: Command, name?: string): ContextCommand {
 		const contextCommand = new ContextCommand(name);

apps/cli/src/commands/export.command.ts

@@ -0,0 +1,379 @@
+/**
+ * @fileoverview Export command for exporting tasks to external systems
+ * Provides functionality to export tasks to Hamster briefs
+ */
+
+import { Command } from 'commander';
+import chalk from 'chalk';
+import inquirer from 'inquirer';
+import ora, { Ora } from 'ora';
+import {
+	AuthManager,
+	AuthenticationError,
+	type UserContext
+} from '@tm/core/auth';
+import { TaskMasterCore, type ExportResult } from '@tm/core';
+import * as ui from '../utils/ui.js';
+
+/**
+ * Result type from export command
+ */
+export interface ExportCommandResult {
+	success: boolean;
+	action: 'export' | 'validate' | 'cancelled';
+	result?: ExportResult;
+	message?: string;
+}
+
+/**
+ * ExportCommand extending Commander's Command class
+ * Handles task export to external systems
+ */
+export class ExportCommand extends Command {
+	private authManager: AuthManager;
+	private taskMasterCore?: TaskMasterCore;
+	private lastResult?: ExportCommandResult;
+
+	constructor(name?: string) {
+		super(name || 'export');
+
+		// Initialize auth manager
+		this.authManager = AuthManager.getInstance();
+
+		// Configure the command
+		this.description('Export tasks to external systems (e.g., Hamster briefs)');
+
+		// Add options
+		this.option('--org <id>', 'Organization ID to export to');
+		this.option('--brief <id>', 'Brief ID to export tasks to');
+		this.option('--tag <tag>', 'Export tasks from a specific tag');
+		this.option(
+			'--status <status>',
+			'Filter tasks by status (pending, in-progress, done, etc.)'
+		);
+		this.option('--exclude-subtasks', 'Exclude subtasks from export');
+		this.option('-y, --yes', 'Skip confirmation prompt');
+
+		// Accept optional positional argument for brief ID or Hamster URL
+		this.argument('[briefOrUrl]', 'Brief ID or Hamster brief URL');
+
+		// Default action
+		this.action(async (briefOrUrl?: string, options?: any) => {
+			await this.executeExport(briefOrUrl, options);
+		});
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Initialize the TaskMasterCore
+	 */
+	private async initializeServices(): Promise<void> {
+		if (this.taskMasterCore) {
+			return;
+		}
+
+		try {
+			// Initialize TaskMasterCore
+			this.taskMasterCore = await TaskMasterCore.create({
+				projectPath: process.cwd()
+			});
+		} catch (error) {
+			throw new Error(
+				`Failed to initialize services: ${(error as Error).message}`
+			);
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Execute the export command
+	 */
+	private async executeExport(
+		briefOrUrl?: string,
+		options?: any
+	): Promise<void> {
+		let spinner: Ora | undefined;
+
+		try {
+			// Check authentication
+			if (!this.authManager.isAuthenticated()) {
+				ui.displayError('Not authenticated. Run "tm auth login" first.');
+				process.exit(1);
+			}
+
+			// Initialize services
+			await this.initializeServices();
+
+			// Get current context
+			const context = this.authManager.getContext();
+
+			// Determine org and brief IDs
+			let orgId = options?.org || context?.orgId;
+			let briefId = options?.brief || briefOrUrl || context?.briefId;
+
+			// If a URL/ID was provided as argument, resolve it
+			if (briefOrUrl && !options?.brief) {
+				spinner = ora('Resolving brief...').start();
+				const resolvedBrief = await this.resolveBriefInput(briefOrUrl);
+				if (resolvedBrief) {
+					briefId = resolvedBrief.briefId;
+					orgId = resolvedBrief.orgId;
+					spinner.succeed('Brief resolved');
+				} else {
+					spinner.fail('Could not resolve brief');
+					process.exit(1);
+				}
+			}
+
+			// Validate we have necessary IDs
+			if (!orgId) {
+				ui.displayError(
+					'No organization selected. Run "tm context org" or use --org flag.'
+				);
+				process.exit(1);
+			}
+
+			if (!briefId) {
+				ui.displayError(
+					'No brief specified. Run "tm context brief", provide a brief ID/URL, or use --brief flag.'
+				);
+				process.exit(1);
+			}
+
+			// Confirm export if not auto-confirmed
+			if (!options?.yes) {
+				const confirmed = await this.confirmExport(orgId, briefId, context);
+				if (!confirmed) {
+					ui.displayWarning('Export cancelled');
+					this.lastResult = {
+						success: false,
+						action: 'cancelled',
+						message: 'User cancelled export'
+					};
+					process.exit(0);
+				}
+			}
+
+			// Perform export
+			spinner = ora('Exporting tasks...').start();
+
+			const exportResult = await this.taskMasterCore!.exportTasks({
+				orgId,
+				briefId,
+				tag: options?.tag,
+				status: options?.status,
+				excludeSubtasks: options?.excludeSubtasks || false
+			});
+
+			if (exportResult.success) {
+				spinner.succeed(
+					`Successfully exported ${exportResult.taskCount} task(s) to brief`
+				);
+
+				// Display summary
+				console.log(chalk.cyan('\n📤 Export Summary\n'));
+				console.log(chalk.white(`  Organization: ${orgId}`));
+				console.log(chalk.white(`  Brief: ${briefId}`));
+				console.log(chalk.white(`  Tasks exported: ${exportResult.taskCount}`));
+				if (options?.tag) {
+					console.log(chalk.gray(`  Tag: ${options.tag}`));
+				}
+				if (options?.status) {
+					console.log(chalk.gray(`  Status filter: ${options.status}`));
+				}
+
+				if (exportResult.message) {
+					console.log(chalk.gray(`\n  ${exportResult.message}`));
+				}
+			} else {
+				spinner.fail('Export failed');
+				if (exportResult.error) {
+					console.error(chalk.red(`\n✗ ${exportResult.error.message}`));
+				}
+			}
+
+			this.lastResult = {
+				success: exportResult.success,
+				action: 'export',
+				result: exportResult
+			};
+		} catch (error: any) {
+			if (spinner?.isSpinning) spinner.fail('Export failed');
+			this.handleError(error);
+			process.exit(1);
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Resolve brief input to get brief and org IDs
+	 */
+	private async resolveBriefInput(
+		briefOrUrl: string
+	): Promise<{ briefId: string; orgId: string } | null> {
+		try {
+			// Extract brief ID from input
+			const briefId = this.extractBriefId(briefOrUrl);
+			if (!briefId) {
+				return null;
+			}
+
+			// Fetch brief to get organization
+			const brief = await this.authManager.getBrief(briefId);
+			if (!brief) {
+				ui.displayError('Brief not found or you do not have access');
+				return null;
+			}
+
+			return {
+				briefId: brief.id,
+				orgId: brief.accountId
+			};
+		} catch (error) {
+			console.error(chalk.red(`Failed to resolve brief: ${error}`));
+			return null;
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Extract a brief ID from raw input (ID or URL)
+	 */
+	private extractBriefId(input: string): string | null {
+		const raw = input?.trim() ?? '';
+		if (!raw) return null;
+
+		const parseUrl = (s: string): URL | null => {
+			try {
+				return new URL(s);
+			} catch {}
+			try {
+				return new URL(`https://${s}`);
+			} catch {}
+			return null;
+		};
+
+		const fromParts = (path: string): string | null => {
+			const parts = path.split('/').filter(Boolean);
+			const briefsIdx = parts.lastIndexOf('briefs');
+			const candidate =
+				briefsIdx >= 0 && parts.length > briefsIdx + 1
+					? parts[briefsIdx + 1]
+					: parts[parts.length - 1];
+			return candidate?.trim() || null;
+		};
+
+		// Try URL parsing
+		const url = parseUrl(raw);
+		if (url) {
+			const qId = url.searchParams.get('id') || url.searchParams.get('briefId');
+			const candidate = (qId || fromParts(url.pathname)) ?? null;
+			if (candidate) {
+				if (this.isLikelyId(candidate) || candidate.length >= 8) {
+					return candidate;
+				}
+			}
+		}
+
+		// Check if it looks like a path
+		if (raw.includes('/')) {
+			const candidate = fromParts(raw);
+			if (candidate && (this.isLikelyId(candidate) || candidate.length >= 8)) {
+				return candidate;
+			}
+		}
+
+		// Return raw if it looks like an ID
+		return raw;
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Check if a string looks like a brief ID
+	 */
+	private isLikelyId(value: string): boolean {
+		const uuidRegex =
+			/^[0-9a-fA-F]{8}-[0-9a-fA-F]{4}-[0-9a-fA-F]{4}-[0-9a-fA-F]{4}-[0-9a-fA-F]{12}$/;
+		const ulidRegex = /^[0-9A-HJKMNP-TV-Z]{26}$/i;
+		const slugRegex = /^[A-Za-z0-9_-]{16,}$/;
+		return (
+			uuidRegex.test(value) || ulidRegex.test(value) || slugRegex.test(value)
+		);
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Confirm export with the user
+	 */
+	private async confirmExport(
+		orgId: string,
+		briefId: string,
+		context: UserContext | null
+	): Promise<boolean> {
+		console.log(chalk.cyan('\n📤 Export Tasks\n'));
+
+		// Show org name if available
+		if (context?.orgName) {
+			console.log(chalk.white(`  Organization: ${context.orgName}`));
+			console.log(chalk.gray(`  ID: ${orgId}`));
+		} else {
+			console.log(chalk.white(`  Organization ID: ${orgId}`));
+		}
+
+		// Show brief info
+		if (context?.briefName) {
+			console.log(chalk.white(`\n  Brief: ${context.briefName}`));
+			console.log(chalk.gray(`  ID: ${briefId}`));
+		} else {
+			console.log(chalk.white(`\n  Brief ID: ${briefId}`));
+		}
+
+		const { confirmed } = await inquirer.prompt([
+			{
+				type: 'confirm',
+				name: 'confirmed',
+				message: 'Do you want to proceed with export?',
+				default: true
+			}
+		]);
+
+		return confirmed;
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Handle errors
+	 */
+	private handleError(error: any): void {
+		if (error instanceof AuthenticationError) {
+			console.error(chalk.red(`\n✗ ${error.message}`));
+
+			if (error.code === 'NOT_AUTHENTICATED') {
+				ui.displayWarning('Please authenticate first: tm auth login');
+			}
+		} else {
+			const msg = error?.message ?? String(error);
+			console.error(chalk.red(`Error: ${msg}`));
+
+			if (error.stack && process.env.DEBUG) {
+				console.error(chalk.gray(error.stack));
+			}
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Get the last export result (useful for testing)
+	 */
+	public getLastResult(): ExportCommandResult | undefined {
+		return this.lastResult;
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Clean up resources
+	 */
+	async cleanup(): Promise<void> {
+		// No resources to clean up
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Register this command on an existing program
+	 */
+	static register(program: Command, name?: string): ExportCommand {
+		const exportCommand = new ExportCommand(name);
+		program.addCommand(exportCommand);
+		return exportCommand;
+	}
+}

apps/cli/src/commands/list.command.ts

@@ -246,7 +246,7 @@ export class ListTasksCommand extends Command {
 				task.subtasks.forEach((subtask) => {
 					const subIcon = STATUS_ICONS[subtask.status];
 					console.log(
-						`  ${chalk.gray(`${task.id}.${subtask.id}`)} ${subIcon} ${chalk.gray(subtask.title)}`
+						`  ${chalk.gray(String(subtask.id))} ${subIcon} ${chalk.gray(subtask.title)}`
 					);
 				});
 			}
@@ -297,7 +297,7 @@ export class ListTasksCommand extends Command {
 			nextTask
 		);
 
-		// Task table - no title, just show the table directly
+		// Task table
 		console.log(
 			ui.createTaskTable(tasks, {
 				showSubtasks: withSubtasks,
@@ -474,18 +474,7 @@ export class ListTasksCommand extends Command {
 	}
 
 	/**
-	 * Static method to register this command on an existing program
-	 * This is for gradual migration - allows commands.js to use this
-	 */
-	static registerOn(program: Command): Command {
-		const listCommand = new ListTasksCommand();
-		program.addCommand(listCommand);
-		return listCommand;
-	}
-
-	/**
-	 * Alternative registration that returns the command for chaining
-	 * Can also configure the command name if needed
+	 * Register this command on an existing program
 	 */
 	static register(program: Command, name?: string): ListTasksCommand {
 		const listCommand = new ListTasksCommand(name);

apps/cli/src/commands/set-status.command.ts

@@ -258,9 +258,6 @@ export class SetStatusCommand extends Command {
 				)
 			);
 		}
-
-		// Show storage info
-		console.log(chalk.gray(`\nUsing ${result.storageType} storage`));
 	}
 
 	/**
@@ -290,18 +287,7 @@ export class SetStatusCommand extends Command {
 	}
 
 	/**
-	 * Static method to register this command on an existing program
-	 * This is for gradual migration - allows commands.js to use this
-	 */
-	static registerOn(program: Command): Command {
-		const setStatusCommand = new SetStatusCommand();
-		program.addCommand(setStatusCommand);
-		return setStatusCommand;
-	}
-
-	/**
-	 * Alternative registration that returns the command for chaining
-	 * Can also configure the command name if needed
+	 * Register this command on an existing program
 	 */
 	static register(program: Command, name?: string): SetStatusCommand {
 		const setStatusCommand = new SetStatusCommand(name);

apps/cli/src/commands/show.command.ts

@@ -322,18 +322,7 @@ export class ShowCommand extends Command {
 	}
 
 	/**
-	 * Static method to register this command on an existing program
-	 * This is for gradual migration - allows commands.js to use this
-	 */
-	static registerOn(program: Command): Command {
-		const showCommand = new ShowCommand();
-		program.addCommand(showCommand);
-		return showCommand;
-	}
-
-	/**
-	 * Alternative registration that returns the command for chaining
-	 * Can also configure the command name if needed
+	 * Register this command on an existing program
 	 */
 	static register(program: Command, name?: string): ShowCommand {
 		const showCommand = new ShowCommand(name);

apps/cli/src/commands/start.command.ts

@@ -493,16 +493,7 @@ export class StartCommand extends Command {
 	}
 
 	/**
-	 * Static method to register this command on an existing program
-	 */
-	static registerOn(program: Command): Command {
-		const startCommand = new StartCommand();
-		program.addCommand(startCommand);
-		return startCommand;
-	}
-
-	/**
-	 * Alternative registration that returns the command for chaining
+	 * Register this command on an existing program
 	 */
 	static register(program: Command, name?: string): StartCommand {
 		const startCommand = new StartCommand(name);

apps/cli/src/index.ts

@@ -10,6 +10,15 @@ export { AuthCommand } from './commands/auth.command.js';
 export { ContextCommand } from './commands/context.command.js';
 export { StartCommand } from './commands/start.command.js';
 export { SetStatusCommand } from './commands/set-status.command.js';
+export { ExportCommand } from './commands/export.command.js';
+
+// Command Registry
+export {
+	CommandRegistry,
+	registerAllCommands,
+	registerCommandsByCategory,
+	type CommandMetadata
+} from './command-registry.js';
 
 // UI utilities (for other commands to use)
 export * as ui from './utils/ui.js';

apps/cli/src/ui/components/task-detail.component.ts

@@ -192,8 +192,7 @@ export function displaySubtasks(
 		status: any;
 		description?: string;
 		dependencies?: string[];
-	}>,
-	parentId: string | number
+	}>
 ): void {
 	const terminalWidth = process.stdout.columns * 0.95 || 100;
 	// Display subtasks header
@@ -228,7 +227,7 @@ export function displaySubtasks(
 	});
 
 	subtasks.forEach((subtask) => {
-		const subtaskId = `${parentId}.${subtask.id}`;
+		const subtaskId = String(subtask.id);
 
 		// Format dependencies
 		const deps =
@@ -329,7 +328,7 @@ export function displayTaskDetails(
 			console.log(chalk.gray(`  No subtasks with status '${statusFilter}'`));
 		} else if (filteredSubtasks.length > 0) {
 			console.log(); // Empty line for spacing
-			displaySubtasks(filteredSubtasks, task.id);
+			displaySubtasks(filteredSubtasks);
 		}
 	}
 

apps/cli/src/utils/ui.ts

@@ -286,12 +286,12 @@ export function createTaskTable(
 	// Adjust column widths to better match the original layout
 	const baseColWidths = showComplexity
 		? [
-				Math.floor(terminalWidth * 0.06),
+				Math.floor(terminalWidth * 0.1),
 				Math.floor(terminalWidth * 0.4),
 				Math.floor(terminalWidth * 0.15),
-				Math.floor(terminalWidth * 0.12),
+				Math.floor(terminalWidth * 0.1),
 				Math.floor(terminalWidth * 0.2),
-				Math.floor(terminalWidth * 0.12)
+				Math.floor(terminalWidth * 0.1)
 			] // ID, Title, Status, Priority, Dependencies, Complexity
 		: [
 				Math.floor(terminalWidth * 0.08),
@@ -377,7 +377,11 @@ export function createTaskTable(
 				}
 
 				if (showComplexity) {
-					subRow.push(chalk.gray('--'));
+					const complexityDisplay =
+						typeof subtask.complexity === 'number'
+							? getComplexityWithColor(subtask.complexity)
+							: '--';
+					subRow.push(chalk.gray(complexityDisplay));
 				}
 
 				table.push(subRow);

apps/docs/capabilities/rpg-method.mdx

@@ -0,0 +1,326 @@
+---
+title: RPG Method for PRD Creation
+sidebarTitle: "RPG Method"
+---
+
+# Repository Planning Graph (RPG) Method
+
+The RPG (Repository Planning Graph) method is an advanced approach to creating Product Requirements Documents that generate highly-structured, dependency-aware task graphs. It's based on Microsoft Research's methodology for scalable codebase generation.
+
+## When to Use RPG
+
+Use the RPG template (`example_prd_rpg.txt`) for:
+
+- **Complex multi-module systems** with intricate dependencies
+- **Large-scale codebases** being built from scratch
+- **Projects requiring explicit architecture** and clear module boundaries
+- **Teams needing dependency visibility** for parallel development
+
+For simpler features or smaller projects, the standard `example_prd.txt` template may be more appropriate.
+
+---
+
+## Core Principles
+
+### 1. Dual-Semantics
+
+Separate **functional** thinking (WHAT) from **structural** thinking (HOW):
+
+```
+Functional: "Data Validation capability with schema checking and rule enforcement"
+                    ↓
+Structural: "src/validation/ with schema-validator.js and rule-validator.js"
+```
+
+This separation prevents mixing concerns and creates clearer module boundaries.
+
+### 2. Explicit Dependencies
+
+Never assume dependencies - always state them explicitly:
+
+```
+Good:
+  Module: data-ingestion
+  Depends on: [schema-validator, config-manager]
+
+Bad:
+  Module: data-ingestion
+  (Assumes schema-validator exists somewhere)
+```
+
+Explicit dependencies enable:
+- Topological ordering of implementation
+- Parallel development of independent modules
+- Clear build/test order
+- Early detection of circular dependencies
+
+### 3. Topological Order
+
+Build foundation layers before higher layers:
+
+```
+Phase 0 (Foundation): error-handling, base-types, config
+                ↓
+Phase 1 (Data): validation, ingestion (depend on Phase 0)
+                ↓
+Phase 2 (Core): algorithms, pipelines (depend on Phase 1)
+                ↓
+Phase 3 (API): routes, handlers (depend on Phase 2)
+```
+
+Task Master automatically orders tasks based on this dependency chain.
+
+### 4. Progressive Refinement
+
+Start broad, refine iteratively:
+
+1. High-level capabilities → Main tasks
+2. Features per capability → Subtasks
+3. Implementation details → Expanded subtasks
+
+---
+
+## Template Structure
+
+The RPG template guides you through 7 key sections:
+
+### 1. Overview
+- Problem statement
+- Target users
+- Success metrics
+
+### 2. Functional Decomposition (WHAT)
+- High-level capability domains
+- Features per capability
+- Inputs/outputs/behavior for each feature
+
+**Example:**
+```
+Capability: Data Management
+  Feature: Schema validation
+    Description: Validate JSON against defined schemas
+    Inputs: JSON object, schema definition
+    Outputs: Validation result + error details
+    Behavior: Iterate fields, check types, enforce constraints
+```
+
+### 3. Structural Decomposition (HOW)
+- Repository folder structure
+- Module-to-capability mapping
+- File organization
+- Public interfaces/exports
+
+**Example:**
+```
+Capability: Data Management
+  → Maps to: src/data/
+    ├── schema-validator.js    (Schema validation feature)
+    ├── rule-validator.js      (Rule validation feature)
+    └── index.js               (Exports)
+```
+
+### 4. Dependency Graph (CRITICAL)
+- Foundation layer (no dependencies)
+- Each subsequent layer's dependencies
+- Explicit "depends on" declarations
+
+**Example:**
+```
+Foundation Layer (Phase 0):
+  - error-handling: No dependencies
+  - base-types: No dependencies
+
+Data Layer (Phase 1):
+  - schema-validator: Depends on [base-types, error-handling]
+  - data-ingestion: Depends on [schema-validator]
+```
+
+### 5. Implementation Roadmap
+- Phases with entry/exit criteria
+- Tasks grouped by phase
+- Clear deliverables per phase
+
+### 6. Test Strategy
+- Test pyramid ratios
+- Coverage requirements
+- Critical test scenarios per module
+- Guidelines for test generation
+
+### 7. Architecture & Risks
+- Technical architecture
+- Data models
+- Technology decisions
+- Risk mitigation strategies
+
+---
+
+## Using RPG with Task Master
+
+### Step 1: Create PRD with RPG Template
+
+Use a code-context-aware tool to fill out the template:
+
+```bash
+# In Claude Code, Cursor, or similar
+"Create a PRD using @.taskmaster/templates/example_prd_rpg.txt for [your project]"
+```
+
+**Why code context matters:** The AI needs to understand your existing codebase to make informed decisions about:
+- Module boundaries
+- Dependency relationships
+- Integration points
+- Naming conventions
+
+**Recommended tools:**
+- Claude Code (claude-code CLI)
+- Cursor/Windsurf
+- Gemini CLI (large contexts)
+- Codex/Grok CLI
+
+### Step 2: Parse PRD into Tasks
+
+```bash
+task-master parse-prd .taskmaster/docs/your-prd.txt --research
+```
+
+Task Master will:
+1. Extract capabilities → Main tasks
+2. Extract features → Subtasks
+3. Parse dependencies → Task dependencies
+4. Order by phases → Task priorities
+
+**Result:** A dependency-aware task graph ready for topological execution.
+
+### Step 3: Analyze Complexity
+
+```bash
+task-master analyze-complexity --research
+```
+
+Review the complexity report to identify tasks that need expansion.
+
+### Step 4: Expand Tasks
+
+```bash
+task-master expand --all --research
+```
+
+Break down complex tasks into manageable subtasks while preserving dependency chains.
+
+---
+
+## RPG Benefits
+
+### For Solo Developers
+- Clear roadmap for implementing complex features
+- Prevents architectural mistakes early
+- Explicit dependency tracking avoids integration issues
+- Enables resuming work after interruptions
+
+### For Teams
+- Parallel development of independent modules
+- Clear contracts between modules (explicit dependencies)
+- Reduced merge conflicts (proper module boundaries)
+- Onboarding aid (architectural overview in PRD)
+
+### For AI Agents
+- Structured context for code generation
+- Clear scope boundaries per task
+- Dependency awareness prevents incomplete implementations
+- Test strategy guidance for TDD workflows
+
+---
+
+## RPG vs Standard Template
+
+| Aspect | Standard Template | RPG Template |
+|--------|------------------|--------------|
+| **Best for** | Simple features | Complex systems |
+| **Dependency handling** | Implicit | Explicit graph |
+| **Structure guidance** | Minimal | Step-by-step |
+| **Examples** | Few | Inline good/bad examples |
+| **Module boundaries** | Vague | Precise mapping |
+| **Task ordering** | Manual | Automatic (topological) |
+| **Learning curve** | Low | Medium |
+| **Resulting task quality** | Good | Excellent |
+
+---
+
+## Tips for Best Results
+
+### 1. Spend Time on Dependencies
+The dependency graph section is the most valuable. List all dependencies explicitly, even if they seem obvious.
+
+### 2. Keep Features Atomic
+Each feature should be independently testable. If a feature description is vague ("handle data"), break it into specific features.
+
+### 3. Progressive Refinement
+Don't try to get everything perfect on the first pass:
+1. Fill out high-level sections
+2. Review and refine
+3. Add detail where needed
+4. Let `task-master expand` break down complex tasks further
+
+### 4. Use Research Mode
+```bash
+task-master parse-prd --research
+```
+The `--research` flag leverages AI to enhance task generation with domain knowledge.
+
+### 5. Validate Early
+```bash
+task-master validate-dependencies
+```
+Check for circular dependencies or orphaned modules before starting implementation.
+
+---
+
+## Common Pitfalls
+
+### ❌ Mixing Functional and Structural
+```
+Bad: "Capability: validation.js"
+Good: "Capability: Data Validation" → maps to "src/validation/"
+```
+
+### ❌ Vague Module Boundaries
+```
+Bad: "Module: utils"
+Good: "Module: string-utilities" with clear exports
+```
+
+### ❌ Implicit Dependencies
+```
+Bad: "Module: API handlers (needs validation)"
+Good: "Module: API handlers, Depends on: [validation, error-handling]"
+```
+
+### ❌ Skipping Test Strategy
+Without test strategy, the AI won't know what to test during implementation.
+
+---
+
+## Example Workflow
+
+1. **Discuss idea with AI**: Explain your project concept
+2. **Reference RPG template**: Show AI the `example_prd_rpg.txt`
+3. **Co-create PRD**: Work through each section with AI guidance
+4. **Save to docs**: Place in `.taskmaster/docs/your-project.txt`
+5. **Parse PRD**: `task-master parse-prd .taskmaster/docs/your-project.txt --research`
+6. **Analyze**: `task-master analyze-complexity --research`
+7. **Expand**: `task-master expand --all --research`
+8. **Start work**: `task-master next`
+
+---
+
+## Further Reading
+
+- [PRD Creation and Parsing Guide](/getting-started/quick-start/prd-quick)
+- [Task Structure Documentation](/capabilities/task-structure)
+- [Microsoft Research RPG Paper](https://arxiv.org/abs/2410.21376) (Original methodology)
+
+---
+
+<Tip>
+The RPG template includes inline `<instruction>` and `<example>` blocks that teach the method as you use it. Read these sections carefully - they provide valuable guidance at each decision point.
+</Tip>

apps/docs/getting-started/quick-start/prd-quick.mdx

@@ -32,7 +32,11 @@ The more context you give the model, the better the breakdown and results.
 
 ## Writing a PRD for Task Master
 
-<Note>An example PRD can be found in .taskmaster/templates/example_prd.txt</Note>
+<Note>
+Two example PRD templates are available in `.taskmaster/templates/`:
+- `example_prd.txt` - Simple template for straightforward projects
+- `example_prd_rpg.txt` - Advanced RPG (Repository Planning Graph) template for complex projects with dependencies
+</Note>
 
 
 You can co-write your PRD with an LLM model using the following workflow:
@@ -43,6 +47,29 @@ You can co-write your PRD with an LLM model using the following workflow:
 
 This approach works great in Cursor, or anywhere you use a chat-based LLM.
 
+### Choosing Between Templates
+
+**Use `example_prd.txt` when:**
+- Building straightforward features
+- Working on smaller projects
+- Dependencies are simple and obvious
+
+**Use `example_prd_rpg.txt` when:**
+- Building complex systems with multiple modules
+- Need explicit dependency management
+- Want structured guidance on architecture decisions
+- Planning a large codebase from scratch
+
+The RPG template teaches you to think about:
+1. **Functional decomposition** (WHAT the system does)
+2. **Structural decomposition** (HOW it's organized in code)
+3. **Explicit dependencies** (WHAT depends on WHAT)
+4. **Topological ordering** (build foundation first, then layers)
+
+<Tip>
+For complex projects, using the RPG template with a code-context-aware ai agent produces the best results because the AI can understand your existing codebase structure. [Learn more about the RPG method →](/capabilities/rpg-method)
+</Tip>
+
 ---
 
 ## Where to Save Your PRD

assets/example_prd_rpg.txt

@@ -0,0 +1,511 @@
+<rpg-method>
+# Repository Planning Graph (RPG) Method - PRD Template
+
+This template teaches you (AI or human) how to create structured, dependency-aware PRDs using the RPG methodology from Microsoft Research. The key insight: separate WHAT (functional) from HOW (structural), then connect them with explicit dependencies.
+
+## Core Principles
+
+1. **Dual-Semantics**: Think functional (capabilities) AND structural (code organization) separately, then map them
+2. **Explicit Dependencies**: Never assume - always state what depends on what
+3. **Topological Order**: Build foundation first, then layers on top
+4. **Progressive Refinement**: Start broad, refine iteratively
+
+## How to Use This Template
+
+- Follow the instructions in each `<instruction>` block
+- Look at `<example>` blocks to see good vs bad patterns
+- Fill in the content sections with your project details
+- The AI reading this will learn the RPG method by following along
+- Task Master will parse the resulting PRD into dependency-aware tasks
+
+## Recommended Tools for Creating PRDs
+
+When using this template to **create** a PRD (not parse it), use **code-context-aware AI assistants** for best results:
+
+**Why?** The AI needs to understand your existing codebase to make good architectural decisions about modules, dependencies, and integration points.
+
+**Recommended tools:**
+- **Claude Code** (claude-code CLI) - Best for structured reasoning and large contexts
+- **Cursor/Windsurf** - IDE integration with full codebase context
+- **Gemini CLI** (gemini-cli) - Massive context window for large codebases
+- **Codex/Grok CLI** - Strong code generation with context awareness
+
+**Note:** Once your PRD is created, `task-master parse-prd` works with any configured AI model - it just needs to read the PRD text itself, not your codebase.
+</rpg-method>
+
+---
+
+<overview>
+<instruction>
+Start with the problem, not the solution. Be specific about:
+- What pain point exists?
+- Who experiences it?
+- Why existing solutions don't work?
+- What success looks like (measurable outcomes)?
+
+Keep this section focused - don't jump into implementation details yet.
+</instruction>
+
+## Problem Statement
+[Describe the core problem. Be concrete about user pain points.]
+
+## Target Users
+[Define personas, their workflows, and what they're trying to achieve.]
+
+## Success Metrics
+[Quantifiable outcomes. Examples: "80% task completion via autopilot", "< 5% manual intervention rate"]
+
+</overview>
+
+---
+
+<functional-decomposition>
+<instruction>
+Now think about CAPABILITIES (what the system DOES), not code structure yet.
+
+Step 1: Identify high-level capability domains
+- Think: "What major things does this system do?"
+- Examples: Data Management, Core Processing, Presentation Layer
+
+Step 2: For each capability, enumerate specific features
+- Use explore-exploit strategy:
+  * Exploit: What features are REQUIRED for core value?
+  * Explore: What features make this domain COMPLETE?
+
+Step 3: For each feature, define:
+- Description: What it does in one sentence
+- Inputs: What data/context it needs
+- Outputs: What it produces/returns
+- Behavior: Key logic or transformations
+
+<example type="good">
+Capability: Data Validation
+  Feature: Schema validation
+    - Description: Validate JSON payloads against defined schemas
+    - Inputs: JSON object, schema definition
+    - Outputs: Validation result (pass/fail) + error details
+    - Behavior: Iterate fields, check types, enforce constraints
+
+  Feature: Business rule validation
+    - Description: Apply domain-specific validation rules
+    - Inputs: Validated data object, rule set
+    - Outputs: Boolean + list of violated rules
+    - Behavior: Execute rules sequentially, short-circuit on failure
+</example>
+
+<example type="bad">
+Capability: validation.js
+  (Problem: This is a FILE, not a CAPABILITY. Mixing structure into functional thinking.)
+
+Capability: Validation
+  Feature: Make sure data is good
+  (Problem: Too vague. No inputs/outputs. Not actionable.)
+</example>
+</instruction>
+
+## Capability Tree
+
+### Capability: [Name]
+[Brief description of what this capability domain covers]
+
+#### Feature: [Name]
+- **Description**: [One sentence]
+- **Inputs**: [What it needs]
+- **Outputs**: [What it produces]
+- **Behavior**: [Key logic]
+
+#### Feature: [Name]
+- **Description**:
+- **Inputs**:
+- **Outputs**:
+- **Behavior**:
+
+### Capability: [Name]
+...
+
+</functional-decomposition>
+
+---
+
+<structural-decomposition>
+<instruction>
+NOW think about code organization. Map capabilities to actual file/folder structure.
+
+Rules:
+1. Each capability maps to a module (folder or file)
+2. Features within a capability map to functions/classes
+3. Use clear module boundaries - each module has ONE responsibility
+4. Define what each module exports (public interface)
+
+The goal: Create a clear mapping between "what it does" (functional) and "where it lives" (structural).
+
+<example type="good">
+Capability: Data Validation
+  → Maps to: src/validation/
+    ├── schema-validator.js      (Schema validation feature)
+    ├── rule-validator.js         (Business rule validation feature)
+    └── index.js                  (Public exports)
+
+Exports:
+  - validateSchema(data, schema)
+  - validateRules(data, rules)
+</example>
+
+<example type="bad">
+Capability: Data Validation
+  → Maps to: src/utils.js
+  (Problem: "utils" is not a clear module boundary. Where do I find validation logic?)
+
+Capability: Data Validation
+  → Maps to: src/validation/everything.js
+  (Problem: One giant file. Features should map to separate files for maintainability.)
+</example>
+</instruction>
+
+## Repository Structure
+
+```
+project-root/
+├── src/
+│   ├── [module-name]/       # Maps to: [Capability Name]
+│   │   ├── [file].js        # Maps to: [Feature Name]
+│   │   └── index.js         # Public exports
+│   └── [module-name]/
+├── tests/
+└── docs/
+```
+
+## Module Definitions
+
+### Module: [Name]
+- **Maps to capability**: [Capability from functional decomposition]
+- **Responsibility**: [Single clear purpose]
+- **File structure**:
+  ```
+  module-name/
+  ├── feature1.js
+  ├── feature2.js
+  └── index.js
+  ```
+- **Exports**:
+  - `functionName()` - [what it does]
+  - `ClassName` - [what it does]
+
+</structural-decomposition>
+
+---
+
+<dependency-graph>
+<instruction>
+This is THE CRITICAL SECTION for Task Master parsing.
+
+Define explicit dependencies between modules. This creates the topological order for task execution.
+
+Rules:
+1. List modules in dependency order (foundation first)
+2. For each module, state what it depends on
+3. Foundation modules should have NO dependencies
+4. Every non-foundation module should depend on at least one other module
+5. Think: "What must EXIST before I can build this module?"
+
+<example type="good">
+Foundation Layer (no dependencies):
+  - error-handling: No dependencies
+  - config-manager: No dependencies
+  - base-types: No dependencies
+
+Data Layer:
+  - schema-validator: Depends on [base-types, error-handling]
+  - data-ingestion: Depends on [schema-validator, config-manager]
+
+Core Layer:
+  - algorithm-engine: Depends on [base-types, error-handling]
+  - pipeline-orchestrator: Depends on [algorithm-engine, data-ingestion]
+</example>
+
+<example type="bad">
+- validation: Depends on API
+- API: Depends on validation
+(Problem: Circular dependency. This will cause build/runtime issues.)
+
+- user-auth: Depends on everything
+(Problem: Too many dependencies. Should be more focused.)
+</example>
+</instruction>
+
+## Dependency Chain
+
+### Foundation Layer (Phase 0)
+No dependencies - these are built first.
+
+- **[Module Name]**: [What it provides]
+- **[Module Name]**: [What it provides]
+
+### [Layer Name] (Phase 1)
+- **[Module Name]**: Depends on [[module-from-phase-0], [module-from-phase-0]]
+- **[Module Name]**: Depends on [[module-from-phase-0]]
+
+### [Layer Name] (Phase 2)
+- **[Module Name]**: Depends on [[module-from-phase-1], [module-from-foundation]]
+
+[Continue building up layers...]
+
+</dependency-graph>
+
+---
+
+<implementation-roadmap>
+<instruction>
+Turn the dependency graph into concrete development phases.
+
+Each phase should:
+1. Have clear entry criteria (what must exist before starting)
+2. Contain tasks that can be parallelized (no inter-dependencies within phase)
+3. Have clear exit criteria (how do we know phase is complete?)
+4. Build toward something USABLE (not just infrastructure)
+
+Phase ordering follows topological sort of dependency graph.
+
+<example type="good">
+Phase 0: Foundation
+  Entry: Clean repository
+  Tasks:
+    - Implement error handling utilities
+    - Create base type definitions
+    - Setup configuration system
+  Exit: Other modules can import foundation without errors
+
+Phase 1: Data Layer
+  Entry: Phase 0 complete
+  Tasks:
+    - Implement schema validator (uses: base types, error handling)
+    - Build data ingestion pipeline (uses: validator, config)
+  Exit: End-to-end data flow from input to validated output
+</example>
+
+<example type="bad">
+Phase 1: Build Everything
+  Tasks:
+    - API
+    - Database
+    - UI
+    - Tests
+  (Problem: No clear focus. Too broad. Dependencies not considered.)
+</example>
+</instruction>
+
+## Development Phases
+
+### Phase 0: [Foundation Name]
+**Goal**: [What foundational capability this establishes]
+
+**Entry Criteria**: [What must be true before starting]
+
+**Tasks**:
+- [ ] [Task name] (depends on: [none or list])
+  - Acceptance criteria: [How we know it's done]
+  - Test strategy: [What tests prove it works]
+
+- [ ] [Task name] (depends on: [none or list])
+
+**Exit Criteria**: [Observable outcome that proves phase complete]
+
+**Delivers**: [What can users/developers do after this phase?]
+
+---
+
+### Phase 1: [Layer Name]
+**Goal**:
+
+**Entry Criteria**: Phase 0 complete
+
+**Tasks**:
+- [ ] [Task name] (depends on: [[tasks-from-phase-0]])
+- [ ] [Task name] (depends on: [[tasks-from-phase-0]])
+
+**Exit Criteria**:
+
+**Delivers**:
+
+---
+
+[Continue with more phases...]
+
+</implementation-roadmap>
+
+---
+
+<test-strategy>
+<instruction>
+Define how testing will be integrated throughout development (TDD approach).
+
+Specify:
+1. Test pyramid ratios (unit vs integration vs e2e)
+2. Coverage requirements
+3. Critical test scenarios
+4. Test generation guidelines for Surgical Test Generator
+
+This section guides the AI when generating tests during the RED phase of TDD.
+
+<example type="good">
+Critical Test Scenarios for Data Validation module:
+  - Happy path: Valid data passes all checks
+  - Edge cases: Empty strings, null values, boundary numbers
+  - Error cases: Invalid types, missing required fields
+  - Integration: Validator works with ingestion pipeline
+</example>
+</instruction>
+
+## Test Pyramid
+
+```
+        /\
+       /E2E\       ← [X]% (End-to-end, slow, comprehensive)
+      /------\
+     /Integration\ ← [Y]% (Module interactions)
+    /------------\
+   /  Unit Tests  \ ← [Z]% (Fast, isolated, deterministic)
+  /----------------\
+```
+
+## Coverage Requirements
+- Line coverage: [X]% minimum
+- Branch coverage: [X]% minimum
+- Function coverage: [X]% minimum
+- Statement coverage: [X]% minimum
+
+## Critical Test Scenarios
+
+### [Module/Feature Name]
+**Happy path**:
+- [Scenario description]
+- Expected: [What should happen]
+
+**Edge cases**:
+- [Scenario description]
+- Expected: [What should happen]
+
+**Error cases**:
+- [Scenario description]
+- Expected: [How system handles failure]
+
+**Integration points**:
+- [What interactions to test]
+- Expected: [End-to-end behavior]
+
+## Test Generation Guidelines
+[Specific instructions for Surgical Test Generator about what to focus on, what patterns to follow, project-specific test conventions]
+
+</test-strategy>
+
+---
+
+<architecture>
+<instruction>
+Describe technical architecture, data models, and key design decisions.
+
+Keep this section AFTER functional/structural decomposition - implementation details come after understanding structure.
+</instruction>
+
+## System Components
+[Major architectural pieces and their responsibilities]
+
+## Data Models
+[Core data structures, schemas, database design]
+
+## Technology Stack
+[Languages, frameworks, key libraries]
+
+**Decision: [Technology/Pattern]**
+- **Rationale**: [Why chosen]
+- **Trade-offs**: [What we're giving up]
+- **Alternatives considered**: [What else we looked at]
+
+</architecture>
+
+---
+
+<risks>
+<instruction>
+Identify risks that could derail development and how to mitigate them.
+
+Categories:
+- Technical risks (complexity, unknowns)
+- Dependency risks (blocking issues)
+- Scope risks (creep, underestimation)
+</instruction>
+
+## Technical Risks
+**Risk**: [Description]
+- **Impact**: [High/Medium/Low - effect on project]
+- **Likelihood**: [High/Medium/Low]
+- **Mitigation**: [How to address]
+- **Fallback**: [Plan B if mitigation fails]
+
+## Dependency Risks
+[External dependencies, blocking issues]
+
+## Scope Risks
+[Scope creep, underestimation, unclear requirements]
+
+</risks>
+
+---
+
+<appendix>
+## References
+[Papers, documentation, similar systems]
+
+## Glossary
+[Domain-specific terms]
+
+## Open Questions
+[Things to resolve during development]
+</appendix>
+
+---
+
+<task-master-integration>
+# How Task Master Uses This PRD
+
+When you run `task-master parse-prd <file>.txt`, the parser:
+
+1. **Extracts capabilities** → Main tasks
+   - Each `### Capability:` becomes a top-level task
+
+2. **Extracts features** → Subtasks
+   - Each `#### Feature:` becomes a subtask under its capability
+
+3. **Parses dependencies** → Task dependencies
+   - `Depends on: [X, Y]` sets task.dependencies = ["X", "Y"]
+
+4. **Orders by phases** → Task priorities
+   - Phase 0 tasks = highest priority
+   - Phase N tasks = lower priority, properly sequenced
+
+5. **Uses test strategy** → Test generation context
+   - Feeds test scenarios to Surgical Test Generator during implementation
+
+**Result**: A dependency-aware task graph that can be executed in topological order.
+
+## Why RPG Structure Matters
+
+Traditional flat PRDs lead to:
+- ❌ Unclear task dependencies
+- ❌ Arbitrary task ordering
+- ❌ Circular dependencies discovered late
+- ❌ Poorly scoped tasks
+
+RPG-structured PRDs provide:
+- ✅ Explicit dependency chains
+- ✅ Topological execution order
+- ✅ Clear module boundaries
+- ✅ Validated task graph before implementation
+
+## Tips for Best Results
+
+1. **Spend time on dependency graph** - This is the most valuable section for Task Master
+2. **Keep features atomic** - Each feature should be independently testable
+3. **Progressive refinement** - Start broad, use `task-master expand` to break down complex tasks
+4. **Use research mode** - `task-master parse-prd --research` leverages AI for better task generation
+</task-master-integration>

mcp-server/src/core/utils/path-utils.js

@@ -69,11 +69,29 @@ export function resolveTasksPath(args, log = silentLogger) {
 
 	// Use core findTasksPath with explicit path and normalized projectRoot context
 	if (projectRoot) {
-		return coreFindTasksPath(explicitPath, { projectRoot }, log);
+		const foundPath = coreFindTasksPath(explicitPath, { projectRoot }, log);
+		// If core function returns null and no explicit path was provided,
+		// construct the expected default path as documented
+		if (foundPath === null && !explicitPath) {
+			const defaultPath = path.join(
+				projectRoot,
+				'.taskmaster',
+				'tasks',
+				'tasks.json'
+			);
+			log?.info?.(
+				`Core findTasksPath returned null, using default path: ${defaultPath}`
+			);
+			return defaultPath;
+		}
+		return foundPath;
 	}
 
 	// Fallback to core function without projectRoot context
-	return coreFindTasksPath(explicitPath, null, log);
+	const foundPath = coreFindTasksPath(explicitPath, null, log);
+	// Note: When no projectRoot is available, we can't construct a default path
+	// so we return null and let the calling code handle the error
+	return foundPath;
 }
 
 /**

package-lock.json

@@ -1,12 +1,12 @@
 {
 	"name": "task-master-ai",
-	"version": "0.27.3",
+	"version": "0.28.0-rc.1",
 	"lockfileVersion": 3,
 	"requires": true,
 	"packages": {
 		"": {
 			"name": "task-master-ai",
-			"version": "0.27.3",
+			"version": "0.28.0-rc.1",
 			"license": "MIT WITH Commons-Clause",
 			"workspaces": [
 				"apps/*",
@@ -131,7 +131,7 @@
 			}
 		},
 		"apps/extension": {
-			"version": "0.25.4",
+			"version": "0.25.5-rc.0",
 			"dependencies": {
 				"task-master-ai": "*"
 			},
@@ -635,7 +635,6 @@
 		"apps/extension/node_modules/zod": {
 			"version": "3.25.76",
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"funding": {
 				"url": "https://github.com/sponsors/colinhacks"
 			}
@@ -1830,7 +1829,6 @@
 			"version": "7.28.4",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"@babel/code-frame": "^7.27.1",
 				"@babel/generator": "^7.28.3",
@@ -2663,7 +2661,6 @@
 			"version": "6.3.1",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"@dnd-kit/accessibility": "^3.1.1",
 				"@dnd-kit/utilities": "^3.2.2",
@@ -4583,6 +4580,7 @@
 			"version": "0.23.2",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
+			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"loose-envify": "^1.1.0"
 			}
@@ -5172,6 +5170,7 @@
 			"version": "0.23.2",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
+			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"loose-envify": "^1.1.0"
 			}
@@ -5180,7 +5179,6 @@
 			"version": "3.25.76",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"funding": {
 				"url": "https://github.com/sponsors/colinhacks"
 			}
@@ -5471,7 +5469,6 @@
 		"node_modules/@modelcontextprotocol/sdk/node_modules/zod": {
 			"version": "3.25.76",
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"funding": {
 				"url": "https://github.com/sponsors/colinhacks"
 			}
@@ -5572,7 +5569,6 @@
 		"node_modules/@opentelemetry/api": {
 			"version": "1.9.0",
 			"license": "Apache-2.0",
-			"peer": true,
 			"engines": {
 				"node": ">=8.0.0"
 			}
@@ -8592,7 +8588,6 @@
 			"version": "19.1.8",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"csstype": "^3.0.2"
 			}
@@ -8601,7 +8596,6 @@
 			"version": "19.1.6",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"peerDependencies": {
 				"@types/react": "^19.0.0"
 			}
@@ -9047,7 +9041,6 @@
 		"node_modules/acorn": {
 			"version": "8.15.0",
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"bin": {
 				"acorn": "bin/acorn"
 			},
@@ -9113,7 +9106,6 @@
 		"node_modules/ai": {
 			"version": "5.0.57",
 			"license": "Apache-2.0",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"@ai-sdk/gateway": "1.0.30",
 				"@ai-sdk/provider": "2.0.0",
@@ -9333,7 +9325,6 @@
 		"node_modules/ajv": {
 			"version": "8.17.1",
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"fast-deep-equal": "^3.1.3",
 				"fast-uri": "^3.0.1",
@@ -10339,7 +10330,6 @@
 				}
 			],
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"baseline-browser-mapping": "^2.8.3",
 				"caniuse-lite": "^1.0.30001741",
@@ -12203,8 +12193,7 @@
 		"node_modules/devtools-protocol": {
 			"version": "0.0.1312386",
 			"dev": true,
-			"license": "BSD-3-Clause",
-			"peer": true
+			"license": "BSD-3-Clause"
 		},
 		"node_modules/dezalgo": {
 			"version": "1.0.4",
@@ -12798,7 +12787,6 @@
 			"version": "0.25.10",
 			"hasInstallScript": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"bin": {
 				"esbuild": "bin/esbuild"
 			},
@@ -13111,7 +13099,6 @@
 		"node_modules/express": {
 			"version": "4.21.2",
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"accepts": "~1.3.8",
 				"array-flatten": "1.1.1",
@@ -15465,7 +15452,6 @@
 			"version": "6.3.1",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"@alcalzone/ansi-tokenize": "^0.2.0",
 				"ansi-escapes": "^7.0.0",
@@ -16423,7 +16409,6 @@
 			"version": "29.7.0",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"@jest/core": "^29.7.0",
 				"@jest/types": "^29.6.3",
@@ -18041,7 +18026,6 @@
 			"version": "1.4.0",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"engines": {
 				"node": ">= 10.16.0"
 			}
@@ -18367,6 +18351,7 @@
 			"os": [
 				"darwin"
 			],
+			"peer": true,
 			"engines": {
 				"node": ">= 12.0.0"
 			},
@@ -18591,6 +18576,7 @@
 			"version": "1.4.0",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
+			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"js-tokens": "^3.0.0 || ^4.0.0"
 			},
@@ -18721,7 +18707,6 @@
 		"node_modules/marked": {
 			"version": "15.0.12",
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"bin": {
 				"marked": "bin/marked.js"
 			},
@@ -21444,7 +21429,6 @@
 				}
 			],
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"nanoid": "^3.3.11",
 				"picocolors": "^1.1.1",
@@ -22827,7 +22811,6 @@
 			"integrity": "sha512-U+NPR0Bkg3wm61dteD2L4nAM1U9dtaqVrpDXwC36IKRHpEO/Ubpid4Nijpa2imPchcVNHfxVFwSSMJdwdGFUbg==",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"@oxc-project/types": "=0.93.0",
 				"@rolldown/pluginutils": "1.0.0-beta.41",
@@ -25256,7 +25239,6 @@
 			"version": "5.9.2",
 			"devOptional": true,
 			"license": "Apache-2.0",
-			"peer": true,
 			"bin": {
 				"tsc": "bin/tsc",
 				"tsserver": "bin/tsserver"
@@ -25373,7 +25355,6 @@
 			"version": "11.0.5",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"@types/unist": "^3.0.0",
 				"bail": "^2.0.0",
@@ -25816,7 +25797,6 @@
 			"version": "5.4.20",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"esbuild": "^0.21.3",
 				"postcss": "^8.4.43",
@@ -25929,6 +25909,7 @@
 			"os": [
 				"darwin"
 			],
+			"peer": true,
 			"engines": {
 				"node": ">=12"
 			}
@@ -26512,7 +26493,7 @@
 		},
 		"node_modules/yaml": {
 			"version": "1.10.2",
-			"dev": true,
+			"devOptional": true,
 			"license": "ISC",
 			"engines": {
 				"node": ">= 6"
@@ -26655,7 +26636,6 @@
 		"node_modules/zod": {
 			"version": "4.1.11",
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"funding": {
 				"url": "https://github.com/sponsors/colinhacks"
 			}
@@ -27397,7 +27377,6 @@
 			"version": "3.2.4",
 			"dev": true,
 			"license": "MIT",
-			"peer": true,
 			"dependencies": {
 				"@types/chai": "^5.2.2",
 				"@vitest/expect": "3.2.4",

package.json

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 {
 	"name": "task-master-ai",
-	"version": "0.28.0-rc.1",
+	"version": "0.28.0-rc.2",
 	"description": "A task management system for ambitious AI-driven development that doesn't overwhelm and confuse Cursor.",
 	"main": "index.js",
 	"type": "module",

packages/tm-core/src/entities/task.entity.ts

@@ -53,7 +53,7 @@ export class TaskEntity implements Task {
 		// Normalize subtask IDs to strings
 		this.subtasks = (data.subtasks || []).map((subtask) => ({
 			...subtask,
-			id: Number(subtask.id), // Keep subtask IDs as numbers per interface
+			id: String(subtask.id),
 			parentId: String(subtask.parentId)
 		}));
 

packages/tm-core/src/errors/task-master-error.ts

@@ -51,7 +51,8 @@ export const ERROR_CODES = {
 	INTERNAL_ERROR: 'INTERNAL_ERROR',
 	INVALID_INPUT: 'INVALID_INPUT',
 	NOT_IMPLEMENTED: 'NOT_IMPLEMENTED',
-	UNKNOWN_ERROR: 'UNKNOWN_ERROR'
+	UNKNOWN_ERROR: 'UNKNOWN_ERROR',
+	NOT_FOUND: 'NOT_FOUND'
 } as const;
 
 export type ErrorCode = (typeof ERROR_CODES)[keyof typeof ERROR_CODES];

packages/tm-core/src/index.ts

@@ -11,7 +11,9 @@ export {
 	type ListTasksResult,
 	type StartTaskOptions,
 	type StartTaskResult,
-	type ConflictCheckResult
+	type ConflictCheckResult,
+	type ExportTasksOptions,
+	type ExportResult
 } from './task-master-core.js';
 
 // Re-export types

packages/tm-core/src/interfaces/storage.interface.ts

@@ -5,6 +5,16 @@
 
 import type { Task, TaskMetadata, TaskStatus } from '../types/index.js';
 
+/**
+ * Options for loading tasks from storage
+ */
+export interface LoadTasksOptions {
+	/** Filter tasks by status */
+	status?: TaskStatus;
+	/** Exclude subtasks from loaded tasks (default: false) */
+	excludeSubtasks?: boolean;
+}
+
 /**
  * Result type for updateTaskStatus operations
  */
@@ -21,11 +31,12 @@ export interface UpdateStatusResult {
  */
 export interface IStorage {
 	/**
-	 * Load all tasks from storage, optionally filtered by tag
+	 * Load all tasks from storage, optionally filtered by tag and other criteria
 	 * @param tag - Optional tag to filter tasks by
+	 * @param options - Optional filtering options (status, excludeSubtasks)
 	 * @returns Promise that resolves to an array of tasks
 	 */
-	loadTasks(tag?: string): Promise<Task[]>;
+	loadTasks(tag?: string, options?: LoadTasksOptions): Promise<Task[]>;
 
 	/**
 	 * Load a single task by ID
@@ -205,7 +216,7 @@ export abstract class BaseStorage implements IStorage {
 	}
 
 	// Abstract methods that must be implemented by concrete classes
-	abstract loadTasks(tag?: string): Promise<Task[]>;
+	abstract loadTasks(tag?: string, options?: LoadTasksOptions): Promise<Task[]>;
 	abstract loadTask(taskId: string, tag?: string): Promise<Task | null>;
 	abstract saveTasks(tasks: Task[], tag?: string): Promise<void>;
 	abstract appendTasks(tasks: Task[], tag?: string): Promise<void>;

packages/tm-core/src/mappers/TaskMapper.test.ts

@@ -0,0 +1,148 @@
+import { describe, it, expect, vi } from 'vitest';
+import { TaskMapper } from './TaskMapper.js';
+import type { Tables } from '../types/database.types.js';
+
+type TaskRow = Tables<'tasks'>;
+
+describe('TaskMapper', () => {
+	describe('extractMetadataField', () => {
+		it('should extract string field from metadata', () => {
+			const taskRow: TaskRow = {
+				id: '123',
+				display_id: '1',
+				title: 'Test Task',
+				description: 'Test description',
+				status: 'todo',
+				priority: 'medium',
+				parent_task_id: null,
+				subtask_position: 0,
+				created_at: new Date().toISOString(),
+				updated_at: new Date().toISOString(),
+				metadata: {
+					details: 'Some details',
+					testStrategy: 'Test with unit tests'
+				},
+				complexity: null,
+				assignee_id: null,
+				estimated_hours: null,
+				actual_hours: null,
+				due_date: null,
+				completed_at: null
+			};
+
+			const task = TaskMapper.mapDatabaseTaskToTask(taskRow, [], new Map());
+
+			expect(task.details).toBe('Some details');
+			expect(task.testStrategy).toBe('Test with unit tests');
+		});
+
+		it('should use default value when metadata field is missing', () => {
+			const taskRow: TaskRow = {
+				id: '123',
+				display_id: '1',
+				title: 'Test Task',
+				description: 'Test description',
+				status: 'todo',
+				priority: 'medium',
+				parent_task_id: null,
+				subtask_position: 0,
+				created_at: new Date().toISOString(),
+				updated_at: new Date().toISOString(),
+				metadata: {},
+				complexity: null,
+				assignee_id: null,
+				estimated_hours: null,
+				actual_hours: null,
+				due_date: null,
+				completed_at: null
+			};
+
+			const task = TaskMapper.mapDatabaseTaskToTask(taskRow, [], new Map());
+
+			expect(task.details).toBe('');
+			expect(task.testStrategy).toBe('');
+		});
+
+		it('should use default value when metadata is null', () => {
+			const taskRow: TaskRow = {
+				id: '123',
+				display_id: '1',
+				title: 'Test Task',
+				description: 'Test description',
+				status: 'todo',
+				priority: 'medium',
+				parent_task_id: null,
+				subtask_position: 0,
+				created_at: new Date().toISOString(),
+				updated_at: new Date().toISOString(),
+				metadata: null,
+				complexity: null,
+				assignee_id: null,
+				estimated_hours: null,
+				actual_hours: null,
+				due_date: null,
+				completed_at: null
+			};
+
+			const task = TaskMapper.mapDatabaseTaskToTask(taskRow, [], new Map());
+
+			expect(task.details).toBe('');
+			expect(task.testStrategy).toBe('');
+		});
+
+		it('should use default value and warn when metadata field has wrong type', () => {
+			const consoleWarnSpy = vi
+				.spyOn(console, 'warn')
+				.mockImplementation(() => {});
+
+			const taskRow: TaskRow = {
+				id: '123',
+				display_id: '1',
+				title: 'Test Task',
+				description: 'Test description',
+				status: 'todo',
+				priority: 'medium',
+				parent_task_id: null,
+				subtask_position: 0,
+				created_at: new Date().toISOString(),
+				updated_at: new Date().toISOString(),
+				metadata: {
+					details: 12345, // Wrong type: number instead of string
+					testStrategy: ['test1', 'test2'] // Wrong type: array instead of string
+				},
+				complexity: null,
+				assignee_id: null,
+				estimated_hours: null,
+				actual_hours: null,
+				due_date: null,
+				completed_at: null
+			};
+
+			const task = TaskMapper.mapDatabaseTaskToTask(taskRow, [], new Map());
+
+			// Should use empty string defaults when type doesn't match
+			expect(task.details).toBe('');
+			expect(task.testStrategy).toBe('');
+
+			// Should have logged warnings
+			expect(consoleWarnSpy).toHaveBeenCalledWith(
+				expect.stringContaining('Type mismatch in metadata field "details"')
+			);
+			expect(consoleWarnSpy).toHaveBeenCalledWith(
+				expect.stringContaining(
+					'Type mismatch in metadata field "testStrategy"'
+				)
+			);
+
+			consoleWarnSpy.mockRestore();
+		});
+	});
+
+	describe('mapStatus', () => {
+		it('should map database status to internal status', () => {
+			expect(TaskMapper.mapStatus('todo')).toBe('pending');
+			expect(TaskMapper.mapStatus('in_progress')).toBe('in-progress');
+			expect(TaskMapper.mapStatus('done')).toBe('done');
+		});
+	});
+});

packages/tm-core/src/mappers/TaskMapper.ts

@@ -2,22 +2,32 @@ import { Task, Subtask } from '../types/index.js';
 import { Database, Tables } from '../types/database.types.js';
 
 type TaskRow = Tables<'tasks'>;
-type DependencyRow = Tables<'task_dependencies'>;
+
+// Legacy type for backward compatibility
+type DependencyRow = Tables<'task_dependencies'> & {
+	depends_on_task?: { display_id: string } | null;
+	depends_on_task_id?: string;
+};
 
 export class TaskMapper {
 	/**
 	 * Maps database tasks to internal Task format
+	 * @param dbTasks - Array of tasks from database
+	 * @param dependencies - Either a Map of task_id to display_ids or legacy array format
 	 */
 	static mapDatabaseTasksToTasks(
 		dbTasks: TaskRow[],
-		dbDependencies: DependencyRow[]
+		dependencies: Map<string, string[]> | DependencyRow[]
 	): Task[] {
 		if (!dbTasks || dbTasks.length === 0) {
 			return [];
 		}
 
-		// Group dependencies by task_id
-		const dependenciesByTaskId = this.groupDependenciesByTaskId(dbDependencies);
+		// Handle both Map and array formats for backward compatibility
+		const dependenciesByTaskId =
+			dependencies instanceof Map
+				? dependencies
+				: this.groupDependenciesByTaskId(dependencies);
 
 		// Separate parent tasks and subtasks
 		const parentTasks = dbTasks.filter((t) => !t.parent_task_id);
@@ -43,21 +53,23 @@ export class TaskMapper {
 	): Task {
 		// Map subtasks
 		const subtasks: Subtask[] = dbSubtasks.map((subtask, index) => ({
-			id: index + 1, // Use numeric ID for subtasks
+			id: subtask.display_id || String(index + 1), // Use display_id if available (API storage), fallback to numeric (file storage)
 			parentId: dbTask.id,
 			title: subtask.title,
 			description: subtask.description || '',
 			status: this.mapStatus(subtask.status),
 			priority: this.mapPriority(subtask.priority),
 			dependencies: dependenciesByTaskId.get(subtask.id) || [],
-			details: (subtask.metadata as any)?.details || '',
-			testStrategy: (subtask.metadata as any)?.testStrategy || '',
+			details: this.extractMetadataField(subtask.metadata, 'details', ''),
+			testStrategy: this.extractMetadataField(
+				subtask.metadata,
+				'testStrategy',
+				''
+			),
 			createdAt: subtask.created_at,
 			updatedAt: subtask.updated_at,
 			assignee: subtask.assignee_id || undefined,
-			complexity: subtask.complexity
-				? this.mapComplexityToInternal(subtask.complexity)
-				: undefined
+			complexity: subtask.complexity ?? undefined
 		}));
 
 		return {
@@ -67,22 +79,25 @@ export class TaskMapper {
 			status: this.mapStatus(dbTask.status),
 			priority: this.mapPriority(dbTask.priority),
 			dependencies: dependenciesByTaskId.get(dbTask.id) || [],
-			details: (dbTask.metadata as any)?.details || '',
-			testStrategy: (dbTask.metadata as any)?.testStrategy || '',
+			details: this.extractMetadataField(dbTask.metadata, 'details', ''),
+			testStrategy: this.extractMetadataField(
+				dbTask.metadata,
+				'testStrategy',
+				''
+			),
 			subtasks,
 			createdAt: dbTask.created_at,
 			updatedAt: dbTask.updated_at,
 			assignee: dbTask.assignee_id || undefined,
-			complexity: dbTask.complexity
-				? this.mapComplexityToInternal(dbTask.complexity)
-				: undefined,
+			complexity: dbTask.complexity ?? undefined,
 			effort: dbTask.estimated_hours || undefined,
 			actualEffort: dbTask.actual_hours || undefined
 		};
 	}
 
 	/**
-	 * Groups dependencies by task ID
+	 * Groups dependencies by task ID (legacy method for backward compatibility)
+	 * @deprecated Use DependencyFetcher.fetchDependenciesWithDisplayIds instead
 	 */
 	private static groupDependenciesByTaskId(
 		dependencies: DependencyRow[]
@@ -92,7 +107,14 @@ export class TaskMapper {
 		if (dependencies) {
 			for (const dep of dependencies) {
 				const deps = dependenciesByTaskId.get(dep.task_id) || [];
-				deps.push(dep.depends_on_task_id);
+				// Handle both old format (UUID string) and new format (object with display_id)
+				const dependencyId =
+					typeof dep.depends_on_task === 'object'
+						? dep.depends_on_task?.display_id
+						: dep.depends_on_task_id;
+				if (dependencyId) {
+					deps.push(dependencyId);
+				}
 				dependenciesByTaskId.set(dep.task_id, deps);
 			}
 		}
@@ -157,14 +179,38 @@ export class TaskMapper {
 	}
 
 	/**
-	 * Maps numeric complexity to descriptive complexity
+	 * Safely extracts a field from metadata JSON with runtime type validation
+	 * @param metadata The metadata object (could be null or any type)
+	 * @param field The field to extract
+	 * @param defaultValue Default value if field doesn't exist
+	 * @returns The extracted value if it matches the expected type, otherwise defaultValue
 	 */
-	private static mapComplexityToInternal(
-		complexity: number
-	): Task['complexity'] {
-		if (complexity <= 2) return 'simple';
-		if (complexity <= 5) return 'moderate';
-		if (complexity <= 8) return 'complex';
-		return 'very-complex';
+	private static extractMetadataField<T>(
+		metadata: unknown,
+		field: string,
+		defaultValue: T
+	): T {
+		if (!metadata || typeof metadata !== 'object') {
+			return defaultValue;
+		}
+
+		const value = (metadata as Record<string, unknown>)[field];
+
+		if (value === undefined) {
+			return defaultValue;
+		}
+
+		// Runtime type validation: ensure value matches the type of defaultValue
+		const expectedType = typeof defaultValue;
+		const actualType = typeof value;
+
+		if (expectedType !== actualType) {
+			console.warn(
+				`Type mismatch in metadata field "${field}": expected ${expectedType}, got ${actualType}. Using default value.`
+			);
+			return defaultValue;
+		}
+
+		return value as T;
 	}
 }

packages/tm-core/src/repositories/supabase-task-repository.ts

@@ -1,224 +0,0 @@
-import { SupabaseClient } from '@supabase/supabase-js';
-import { Task } from '../types/index.js';
-import { Database } from '../types/database.types.js';
-import { TaskMapper } from '../mappers/TaskMapper.js';
-import { AuthManager } from '../auth/auth-manager.js';
-import { z } from 'zod';
-
-// Zod schema for task status validation
-const TaskStatusSchema = z.enum([
-	'pending',
-	'in-progress',
-	'done',
-	'review',
-	'deferred',
-	'cancelled',
-	'blocked'
-]);
-
-// Zod schema for task updates
-const TaskUpdateSchema = z
-	.object({
-		title: z.string().min(1).optional(),
-		description: z.string().optional(),
-		status: TaskStatusSchema.optional(),
-		priority: z.enum(['low', 'medium', 'high', 'critical']).optional(),
-		details: z.string().optional(),
-		testStrategy: z.string().optional()
-	})
-	.partial();
-
-export class SupabaseTaskRepository {
-	constructor(private supabase: SupabaseClient<Database>) {}
-
-	async getTasks(_projectId?: string): Promise<Task[]> {
-		// Get the current context to determine briefId
-		const authManager = AuthManager.getInstance();
-		const context = authManager.getContext();
-
-		if (!context || !context.briefId) {
-			throw new Error(
-				'No brief selected. Please select a brief first using: tm context brief'
-			);
-		}
-
-		// Get all tasks for the brief using the exact query structure
-		const { data: tasks, error } = await this.supabase
-			.from('tasks')
-			.select(`
-        *,
-        document:document_id (
-          id,
-          document_name,
-          title,
-          description
-        )
-      `)
-			.eq('brief_id', context.briefId)
-			.order('position', { ascending: true })
-			.order('subtask_position', { ascending: true })
-			.order('created_at', { ascending: true });
-
-		if (error) {
-			throw new Error(`Failed to fetch tasks: ${error.message}`);
-		}
-
-		if (!tasks || tasks.length === 0) {
-			return [];
-		}
-
-		// Get all dependencies for these tasks
-		const taskIds = tasks.map((t: any) => t.id);
-		const { data: depsData, error: depsError } = await this.supabase
-			.from('task_dependencies')
-			.select('*')
-			.in('task_id', taskIds);
-
-		if (depsError) {
-			throw new Error(
-				`Failed to fetch task dependencies: ${depsError.message}`
-			);
-		}
-
-		// Use mapper to convert to internal format
-		return TaskMapper.mapDatabaseTasksToTasks(tasks, depsData || []);
-	}
-
-	async getTask(_projectId: string, taskId: string): Promise<Task | null> {
-		// Get the current context to determine briefId (projectId not used in Supabase context)
-		const authManager = AuthManager.getInstance();
-		const context = authManager.getContext();
-
-		if (!context || !context.briefId) {
-			throw new Error(
-				'No brief selected. Please select a brief first using: tm context brief'
-			);
-		}
-
-		const { data, error } = await this.supabase
-			.from('tasks')
-			.select('*')
-			.eq('brief_id', context.briefId)
-			.eq('display_id', taskId.toUpperCase())
-			.single();
-
-		if (error) {
-			if (error.code === 'PGRST116') {
-				return null; // Not found
-			}
-			throw new Error(`Failed to fetch task: ${error.message}`);
-		}
-
-		// Get dependencies for this task
-		const { data: depsData } = await this.supabase
-			.from('task_dependencies')
-			.select('*')
-			.eq('task_id', taskId);
-
-		// Get subtasks if this is a parent task
-		const { data: subtasksData } = await this.supabase
-			.from('tasks')
-			.select('*')
-			.eq('parent_task_id', taskId)
-			.order('subtask_position', { ascending: true });
-
-		// Create dependency map
-		const dependenciesByTaskId = new Map<string, string[]>();
-		if (depsData) {
-			dependenciesByTaskId.set(
-				taskId,
-				depsData.map(
-					(d: Database['public']['Tables']['task_dependencies']['Row']) =>
-						d.depends_on_task_id
-				)
-			);
-		}
-
-		// Use mapper to convert single task
-		return TaskMapper.mapDatabaseTaskToTask(
-			data,
-			subtasksData || [],
-			dependenciesByTaskId
-		);
-	}
-
-	async updateTask(
-		projectId: string,
-		taskId: string,
-		updates: Partial<Task>
-	): Promise<Task> {
-		// Get the current context to determine briefId
-		const authManager = AuthManager.getInstance();
-		const context = authManager.getContext();
-
-		if (!context || !context.briefId) {
-			throw new Error(
-				'No brief selected. Please select a brief first using: tm context brief'
-			);
-		}
-
-		// Validate updates using Zod schema
-		try {
-			TaskUpdateSchema.parse(updates);
-		} catch (error) {
-			if (error instanceof z.ZodError) {
-				const errorMessages = error.issues
-					.map((err) => `${err.path.join('.')}: ${err.message}`)
-					.join(', ');
-				throw new Error(`Invalid task update data: ${errorMessages}`);
-			}
-			throw error;
-		}
-
-		// Convert Task fields to database fields - only include fields that actually exist in the database
-		const dbUpdates: any = {};
-
-		if (updates.title !== undefined) dbUpdates.title = updates.title;
-		if (updates.description !== undefined)
-			dbUpdates.description = updates.description;
-		if (updates.status !== undefined)
-			dbUpdates.status = this.mapStatusToDatabase(updates.status);
-		if (updates.priority !== undefined) dbUpdates.priority = updates.priority;
-		// Skip fields that don't exist in database schema: details, testStrategy, etc.
-
-		// Update the task
-		const { error } = await this.supabase
-			.from('tasks')
-			.update(dbUpdates)
-			.eq('brief_id', context.briefId)
-			.eq('display_id', taskId.toUpperCase());
-
-		if (error) {
-			throw new Error(`Failed to update task: ${error.message}`);
-		}
-
-		// Return the updated task by fetching it
-		const updatedTask = await this.getTask(projectId, taskId);
-		if (!updatedTask) {
-			throw new Error(`Failed to retrieve updated task ${taskId}`);
-		}
-
-		return updatedTask;
-	}
-
-	/**
-	 * Maps internal status to database status
-	 */
-	private mapStatusToDatabase(
-		status: string
-	): Database['public']['Enums']['task_status'] {
-		switch (status) {
-			case 'pending':
-				return 'todo';
-			case 'in-progress':
-			case 'in_progress': // Accept both formats
-				return 'in_progress';
-			case 'done':
-				return 'done';
-			default:
-				throw new Error(
-					`Invalid task status: ${status}. Valid statuses are: pending, in-progress, done`
-				);
-		}
-	}
-}

packages/tm-core/src/repositories/supabase/dependency-fetcher.ts

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+import { SupabaseClient } from '@supabase/supabase-js';
+import { Database } from '../../types/database.types.js';
+import { DependencyWithDisplayId } from '../../types/repository-types.js';
+
+/**
+ * Handles fetching and processing of task dependencies with display_ids
+ */
+export class DependencyFetcher {
+	constructor(private supabase: SupabaseClient<Database>) {}
+
+	/**
+	 * Fetches dependencies for given task IDs with display_ids joined
+	 * @param taskIds Array of task IDs to fetch dependencies for
+	 * @returns Map of task ID to array of dependency display_ids
+	 */
+	async fetchDependenciesWithDisplayIds(
+		taskIds: string[]
+	): Promise<Map<string, string[]>> {
+		if (!taskIds || taskIds.length === 0) {
+			return new Map();
+		}
+
+		const { data, error } = await this.supabase
+			.from('task_dependencies')
+			.select(`
+				task_id,
+				depends_on_task:tasks!task_dependencies_depends_on_task_id_fkey (
+					display_id
+				)
+			`)
+			.in('task_id', taskIds);
+
+		if (error) {
+			throw new Error(`Failed to fetch task dependencies: ${error.message}`);
+		}
+
+		return this.processDependencyData(data as DependencyWithDisplayId[]);
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Processes raw dependency data into a map structure
+	 */
+	private processDependencyData(
+		dependencies: DependencyWithDisplayId[]
+	): Map<string, string[]> {
+		const dependenciesByTaskId = new Map<string, string[]>();
+
+		if (!dependencies) {
+			return dependenciesByTaskId;
+		}
+
+		for (const dep of dependencies) {
+			if (!dep.task_id) continue;
+
+			const currentDeps = dependenciesByTaskId.get(dep.task_id) || [];
+
+			// Extract display_id from the joined object
+			const displayId = dep.depends_on_task?.display_id;
+			if (displayId) {
+				currentDeps.push(displayId);
+			}
+
+			dependenciesByTaskId.set(dep.task_id, currentDeps);
+		}
+
+		return dependenciesByTaskId;
+	}
+}

packages/tm-core/src/repositories/supabase/index.ts

@@ -0,0 +1,5 @@
+/**
+ * Supabase repository implementations
+ */
+export { SupabaseTaskRepository } from './supabase-task-repository.js';
+export { DependencyFetcher } from './dependency-fetcher.js';

packages/tm-core/src/repositories/supabase/supabase-task-repository.ts

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+import { SupabaseClient } from '@supabase/supabase-js';
+import { Task } from '../../types/index.js';
+import { Database, Json } from '../../types/database.types.js';
+import { TaskMapper } from '../../mappers/TaskMapper.js';
+import { AuthManager } from '../../auth/auth-manager.js';
+import { DependencyFetcher } from './dependency-fetcher.js';
+import {
+	TaskWithRelations,
+	TaskDatabaseUpdate
+} from '../../types/repository-types.js';
+import { LoadTasksOptions } from '../../interfaces/storage.interface.js';
+import { z } from 'zod';
+
+// Zod schema for task status validation
+const TaskStatusSchema = z.enum([
+	'pending',
+	'in-progress',
+	'done',
+	'review',
+	'deferred',
+	'cancelled',
+	'blocked'
+]);
+
+// Zod schema for task updates
+const TaskUpdateSchema = z
+	.object({
+		title: z.string().min(1).optional(),
+		description: z.string().optional(),
+		status: TaskStatusSchema.optional(),
+		priority: z.enum(['low', 'medium', 'high', 'critical']).optional(),
+		details: z.string().optional(),
+		testStrategy: z.string().optional()
+	})
+	.partial();
+
+export class SupabaseTaskRepository {
+	private dependencyFetcher: DependencyFetcher;
+	private authManager: AuthManager;
+
+	constructor(private supabase: SupabaseClient<Database>) {
+		this.dependencyFetcher = new DependencyFetcher(supabase);
+		this.authManager = AuthManager.getInstance();
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Gets the current brief ID from auth context
+	 * @throws {Error} If no brief is selected
+	 */
+	private getBriefIdOrThrow(): string {
+		const context = this.authManager.getContext();
+		if (!context?.briefId) {
+			throw new Error(
+				'No brief selected. Please select a brief first using: tm context brief'
+			);
+		}
+		return context.briefId;
+	}
+
+	async getTasks(
+		_projectId?: string,
+		options?: LoadTasksOptions
+	): Promise<Task[]> {
+		const briefId = this.getBriefIdOrThrow();
+
+		// Build query with filters
+		let query = this.supabase
+			.from('tasks')
+			.select(`
+        *,
+        document:document_id (
+          id,
+          document_name,
+          title,
+          description
+        )
+      `)
+			.eq('brief_id', briefId);
+
+		// Apply status filter at database level if specified
+		if (options?.status) {
+			const dbStatus = this.mapStatusToDatabase(options.status);
+			query = query.eq('status', dbStatus);
+		}
+
+		// Apply subtask exclusion at database level if specified
+		if (options?.excludeSubtasks) {
+			// Only fetch parent tasks (where parent_task_id is null)
+			query = query.is('parent_task_id', null);
+		}
+
+		// Execute query with ordering
+		const { data: tasks, error } = await query
+			.order('position', { ascending: true })
+			.order('subtask_position', { ascending: true })
+			.order('created_at', { ascending: true });
+
+		if (error) {
+			throw new Error(`Failed to fetch tasks: ${error.message}`);
+		}
+
+		if (!tasks || tasks.length === 0) {
+			return [];
+		}
+
+		// Type-safe task ID extraction
+		const typedTasks = tasks as TaskWithRelations[];
+		const taskIds = typedTasks.map((t) => t.id);
+		const dependenciesMap =
+			await this.dependencyFetcher.fetchDependenciesWithDisplayIds(taskIds);
+
+		// Use mapper to convert to internal format
+		return TaskMapper.mapDatabaseTasksToTasks(tasks, dependenciesMap);
+	}
+
+	async getTask(_projectId: string, taskId: string): Promise<Task | null> {
+		const briefId = this.getBriefIdOrThrow();
+
+		const { data, error } = await this.supabase
+			.from('tasks')
+			.select('*')
+			.eq('brief_id', briefId)
+			.eq('display_id', taskId.toUpperCase())
+			.single();
+
+		if (error) {
+			if (error.code === 'PGRST116') {
+				return null; // Not found
+			}
+			throw new Error(`Failed to fetch task: ${error.message}`);
+		}
+
+		// Get subtasks if this is a parent task
+		const { data: subtasksData } = await this.supabase
+			.from('tasks')
+			.select('*')
+			.eq('parent_task_id', data.id)
+			.order('subtask_position', { ascending: true });
+
+		// Get all task IDs (parent + subtasks) to fetch dependencies
+		const allTaskIds = [data.id, ...(subtasksData?.map((st) => st.id) || [])];
+
+		// Fetch dependencies using the dedicated fetcher
+		const dependenciesByTaskId =
+			await this.dependencyFetcher.fetchDependenciesWithDisplayIds(allTaskIds);
+
+		// Use mapper to convert single task
+		return TaskMapper.mapDatabaseTaskToTask(
+			data,
+			subtasksData || [],
+			dependenciesByTaskId
+		);
+	}
+
+	async updateTask(
+		projectId: string,
+		taskId: string,
+		updates: Partial<Task>
+	): Promise<Task> {
+		const briefId = this.getBriefIdOrThrow();
+
+		// Validate updates using Zod schema
+		try {
+			TaskUpdateSchema.parse(updates);
+		} catch (error) {
+			if (error instanceof z.ZodError) {
+				const errorMessages = error.issues
+					.map((err) => `${err.path.join('.')}: ${err.message}`)
+					.join(', ');
+				throw new Error(`Invalid task update data: ${errorMessages}`);
+			}
+			throw error;
+		}
+
+		// Convert Task fields to database fields with proper typing
+		const dbUpdates: TaskDatabaseUpdate = {};
+
+		if (updates.title !== undefined) dbUpdates.title = updates.title;
+		if (updates.description !== undefined)
+			dbUpdates.description = updates.description;
+		if (updates.status !== undefined)
+			dbUpdates.status = this.mapStatusToDatabase(updates.status);
+		if (updates.priority !== undefined)
+			dbUpdates.priority = this.mapPriorityToDatabase(updates.priority);
+
+		// Handle metadata fields (details, testStrategy, etc.)
+		// Load existing metadata to preserve fields not being updated
+		const { data: existingMetadataRow, error: existingMetadataError } =
+			await this.supabase
+				.from('tasks')
+				.select('metadata')
+				.eq('brief_id', briefId)
+				.eq('display_id', taskId.toUpperCase())
+				.single();
+
+		if (existingMetadataError) {
+			throw new Error(
+				`Failed to load existing task metadata: ${existingMetadataError.message}`
+			);
+		}
+
+		const metadata: Record<string, unknown> = {
+			...((existingMetadataRow?.metadata as Record<string, unknown>) ?? {})
+		};
+
+		if (updates.details !== undefined) metadata.details = updates.details;
+		if (updates.testStrategy !== undefined)
+			metadata.testStrategy = updates.testStrategy;
+
+		if (Object.keys(metadata).length > 0) {
+			dbUpdates.metadata = metadata as Json;
+		}
+
+		// Update the task
+		const { error } = await this.supabase
+			.from('tasks')
+			.update(dbUpdates)
+			.eq('brief_id', briefId)
+			.eq('display_id', taskId.toUpperCase());
+
+		if (error) {
+			throw new Error(`Failed to update task: ${error.message}`);
+		}
+
+		// Return the updated task by fetching it
+		const updatedTask = await this.getTask(projectId, taskId);
+		if (!updatedTask) {
+			throw new Error(`Failed to retrieve updated task ${taskId}`);
+		}
+
+		return updatedTask;
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Maps internal status to database status
+	 */
+	private mapStatusToDatabase(
+		status: string
+	): Database['public']['Enums']['task_status'] {
+		switch (status) {
+			case 'pending':
+				return 'todo';
+			case 'in-progress':
+			case 'in_progress': // Accept both formats
+				return 'in_progress';
+			case 'done':
+				return 'done';
+			default:
+				throw new Error(
+					`Invalid task status: ${status}. Valid statuses are: pending, in-progress, done`
+				);
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Maps internal priority to database priority
+	 * Task Master uses 'critical', database uses 'urgent'
+	 */
+	private mapPriorityToDatabase(
+		priority: string
+	): Database['public']['Enums']['task_priority'] {
+		switch (priority) {
+			case 'critical':
+				return 'urgent';
+			case 'low':
+			case 'medium':
+			case 'high':
+				return priority as Database['public']['Enums']['task_priority'];
+			default:
+				throw new Error(
+					`Invalid task priority: ${priority}. Valid priorities are: low, medium, high, critical`
+				);
+		}
+	}
+}

packages/tm-core/src/repositories/task-repository.interface.ts

@@ -1,8 +1,9 @@
 import { Task, TaskTag } from '../types/index.js';
+import { LoadTasksOptions } from '../interfaces/storage.interface.js';
 
 export interface TaskRepository {
 	// Task operations
-	getTasks(projectId: string): Promise<Task[]>;
+	getTasks(projectId: string, options?: LoadTasksOptions): Promise<Task[]>;
 	getTask(projectId: string, taskId: string): Promise<Task | null>;
 	createTask(projectId: string, task: Omit<Task, 'id'>): Promise<Task>;
 	updateTask(

packages/tm-core/src/services/export.service.ts

@@ -0,0 +1,496 @@
+/**
+ * @fileoverview Export Service
+ * Core service for exporting tasks to external systems (e.g., Hamster briefs)
+ */
+
+import type { Task, TaskStatus } from '../types/index.js';
+import type { UserContext } from '../auth/types.js';
+import { ConfigManager } from '../config/config-manager.js';
+import { AuthManager } from '../auth/auth-manager.js';
+import { ERROR_CODES, TaskMasterError } from '../errors/task-master-error.js';
+import { FileStorage } from '../storage/file-storage/index.js';
+
+// Type definitions for the bulk API response
+interface TaskImportResult {
+	externalId?: string;
+	index: number;
+	success: boolean;
+	taskId?: string;
+	error?: string;
+	validationErrors?: string[];
+}
+
+interface BulkTasksResponse {
+	dryRun: boolean;
+	totalTasks: number;
+	successCount: number;
+	failedCount: number;
+	skippedCount: number;
+	results: TaskImportResult[];
+	summary: {
+		message: string;
+		duration: number;
+	};
+}
+
+/**
+ * Options for exporting tasks
+ */
+export interface ExportTasksOptions {
+	/** Optional tag to export tasks from (uses active tag if not provided) */
+	tag?: string;
+	/** Brief ID to export to */
+	briefId?: string;
+	/** Organization ID (required if briefId is provided) */
+	orgId?: string;
+	/** Filter by task status */
+	status?: TaskStatus;
+	/** Exclude subtasks from export (default: false, subtasks included by default) */
+	excludeSubtasks?: boolean;
+}
+
+/**
+ * Result of the export operation
+ */
+export interface ExportResult {
+	/** Whether the export was successful */
+	success: boolean;
+	/** Number of tasks exported */
+	taskCount: number;
+	/** The brief ID tasks were exported to */
+	briefId: string;
+	/** The organization ID */
+	orgId: string;
+	/** Optional message */
+	message?: string;
+	/** Error details if export failed */
+	error?: {
+		code: string;
+		message: string;
+	};
+}
+
+/**
+ * Brief information from API
+ */
+export interface Brief {
+	id: string;
+	accountId: string;
+	createdAt: string;
+	name?: string;
+}
+
+/**
+ * ExportService handles task export to external systems
+ */
+export class ExportService {
+	private configManager: ConfigManager;
+	private authManager: AuthManager;
+
+	constructor(configManager: ConfigManager, authManager: AuthManager) {
+		this.configManager = configManager;
+		this.authManager = authManager;
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Export tasks to a brief
+	 */
+	async exportTasks(options: ExportTasksOptions): Promise<ExportResult> {
+		// Validate authentication
+		if (!this.authManager.isAuthenticated()) {
+			throw new TaskMasterError(
+				'Authentication required for export',
+				ERROR_CODES.AUTHENTICATION_ERROR
+			);
+		}
+
+		// Get current context
+		const context = this.authManager.getContext();
+
+		// Determine org and brief IDs
+		let orgId = options.orgId || context?.orgId;
+		let briefId = options.briefId || context?.briefId;
+
+		// Validate we have necessary IDs
+		if (!orgId) {
+			throw new TaskMasterError(
+				'Organization ID is required for export. Use "tm context org" to select one.',
+				ERROR_CODES.MISSING_CONFIGURATION
+			);
+		}
+
+		if (!briefId) {
+			throw new TaskMasterError(
+				'Brief ID is required for export. Use "tm context brief" or provide --brief flag.',
+				ERROR_CODES.MISSING_CONFIGURATION
+			);
+		}
+
+		// Get tasks from the specified or active tag
+		const activeTag = this.configManager.getActiveTag();
+		const tag = options.tag || activeTag;
+
+		// Always read tasks from local file storage for export
+		// (we're exporting local tasks to a remote brief)
+		const fileStorage = new FileStorage(this.configManager.getProjectRoot());
+		await fileStorage.initialize();
+
+		// Load tasks with filters applied at storage layer
+		const filteredTasks = await fileStorage.loadTasks(tag, {
+			status: options.status,
+			excludeSubtasks: options.excludeSubtasks
+		});
+
+		// Get total count (without filters) for comparison
+		const allTasks = await fileStorage.loadTasks(tag);
+
+		const taskListResult = {
+			tasks: filteredTasks,
+			total: allTasks.length,
+			filtered: filteredTasks.length,
+			tag,
+			storageType: 'file' as const
+		};
+
+		if (taskListResult.tasks.length === 0) {
+			return {
+				success: false,
+				taskCount: 0,
+				briefId,
+				orgId,
+				message: 'No tasks found to export',
+				error: {
+					code: 'NO_TASKS',
+					message: 'No tasks match the specified criteria'
+				}
+			};
+		}
+
+		try {
+			// Call the export API with the original tasks
+			// performExport will handle the transformation based on the method used
+			await this.performExport(orgId, briefId, taskListResult.tasks);
+
+			return {
+				success: true,
+				taskCount: taskListResult.tasks.length,
+				briefId,
+				orgId,
+				message: `Successfully exported ${taskListResult.tasks.length} task(s) to brief`
+			};
+		} catch (error) {
+			const errorMessage =
+				error instanceof Error ? error.message : String(error);
+
+			return {
+				success: false,
+				taskCount: 0,
+				briefId,
+				orgId,
+				error: {
+					code: 'EXPORT_FAILED',
+					message: errorMessage
+				}
+			};
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Export tasks from a brief ID or URL
+	 */
+	async exportFromBriefInput(briefInput: string): Promise<ExportResult> {
+		// Extract brief ID from input
+		const briefId = this.extractBriefId(briefInput);
+		if (!briefId) {
+			throw new TaskMasterError(
+				'Invalid brief ID or URL provided',
+				ERROR_CODES.VALIDATION_ERROR
+			);
+		}
+
+		// Fetch brief to get organization
+		const brief = await this.authManager.getBrief(briefId);
+		if (!brief) {
+			throw new TaskMasterError(
+				'Brief not found or you do not have access',
+				ERROR_CODES.NOT_FOUND
+			);
+		}
+
+		// Export with the resolved org and brief
+		return this.exportTasks({
+			orgId: brief.accountId,
+			briefId: brief.id
+		});
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Validate export context before prompting
+	 */
+	async validateContext(): Promise<{
+		hasOrg: boolean;
+		hasBrief: boolean;
+		context: UserContext | null;
+	}> {
+		const context = this.authManager.getContext();
+
+		return {
+			hasOrg: !!context?.orgId,
+			hasBrief: !!context?.briefId,
+			context
+		};
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Transform tasks for API bulk import format (flat structure)
+	 */
+	private transformTasksForBulkImport(tasks: Task[]): any[] {
+		const flatTasks: any[] = [];
+
+		// Process each task and its subtasks
+		tasks.forEach((task) => {
+			// Add parent task
+			flatTasks.push({
+				externalId: String(task.id),
+				title: task.title,
+				description: this.enrichDescription(task),
+				status: this.mapStatusForAPI(task.status),
+				priority: task.priority || 'medium',
+				dependencies: task.dependencies?.map(String) || [],
+				details: task.details,
+				testStrategy: task.testStrategy,
+				complexity: task.complexity,
+				metadata: {
+					complexity: task.complexity,
+					originalId: task.id,
+					originalDescription: task.description,
+					originalDetails: task.details,
+					originalTestStrategy: task.testStrategy
+				}
+			});
+
+			// Add subtasks if they exist
+			if (task.subtasks && task.subtasks.length > 0) {
+				task.subtasks.forEach((subtask) => {
+					flatTasks.push({
+						externalId: `${task.id}.${subtask.id}`,
+						parentExternalId: String(task.id),
+						title: subtask.title,
+						description: this.enrichDescription(subtask),
+						status: this.mapStatusForAPI(subtask.status),
+						priority: subtask.priority || 'medium',
+						dependencies:
+							subtask.dependencies?.map((dep) => {
+								// Convert subtask dependencies to full ID format
+								if (String(dep).includes('.')) {
+									return String(dep);
+								}
+								return `${task.id}.${dep}`;
+							}) || [],
+						details: subtask.details,
+						testStrategy: subtask.testStrategy,
+						complexity: subtask.complexity,
+						metadata: {
+							complexity: subtask.complexity,
+							originalId: subtask.id,
+							originalDescription: subtask.description,
+							originalDetails: subtask.details,
+							originalTestStrategy: subtask.testStrategy
+						}
+					});
+				});
+			}
+		});
+
+		return flatTasks;
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Enrich task/subtask description with implementation details and test strategy
+	 * Creates a comprehensive markdown-formatted description
+	 */
+	private enrichDescription(taskOrSubtask: Task | any): string {
+		const sections: string[] = [];
+
+		// Start with original description if it exists
+		if (taskOrSubtask.description) {
+			sections.push(taskOrSubtask.description);
+		}
+
+		// Add implementation details section
+		if (taskOrSubtask.details) {
+			sections.push('## Implementation Details\n');
+			sections.push(taskOrSubtask.details);
+		}
+
+		// Add test strategy section
+		if (taskOrSubtask.testStrategy) {
+			sections.push('## Test Strategy\n');
+			sections.push(taskOrSubtask.testStrategy);
+		}
+
+		// Join sections with double newlines for better markdown formatting
+		return sections.join('\n\n').trim() || 'No description provided';
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Map internal status to API status format
+	 */
+	private mapStatusForAPI(status?: string): string {
+		switch (status) {
+			case 'pending':
+				return 'todo';
+			case 'in-progress':
+				return 'in_progress';
+			case 'done':
+				return 'done';
+			default:
+				return 'todo';
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Perform the actual export API call
+	 */
+	private async performExport(
+		orgId: string,
+		briefId: string,
+		tasks: any[]
+	): Promise<void> {
+		// Check if we should use the API endpoint or direct Supabase
+		const useAPIEndpoint = process.env.TM_PUBLIC_BASE_DOMAIN;
+
+		if (useAPIEndpoint) {
+			// Use the new bulk import API endpoint
+			const apiUrl = `${process.env.TM_PUBLIC_BASE_DOMAIN}/ai/api/v1/briefs/${briefId}/tasks/bulk`;
+
+			// Transform tasks to flat structure for API
+			const flatTasks = this.transformTasksForBulkImport(tasks);
+
+			// Prepare request body
+			const requestBody = {
+				source: 'task-master-cli',
+				accountId: orgId,
+				options: {
+					dryRun: false,
+					stopOnError: false
+				},
+				tasks: flatTasks
+			};
+
+			// Get auth token
+			const credentials = this.authManager.getCredentials();
+			if (!credentials || !credentials.token) {
+				throw new Error('Not authenticated');
+			}
+
+			// Make API request
+			const response = await fetch(apiUrl, {
+				method: 'POST',
+				headers: {
+					'Content-Type': 'application/json',
+					Authorization: `Bearer ${credentials.token}`
+				},
+				body: JSON.stringify(requestBody)
+			});
+
+			if (!response.ok) {
+				const errorText = await response.text();
+				throw new Error(
+					`API request failed: ${response.status} - ${errorText}`
+				);
+			}
+
+			const result = (await response.json()) as BulkTasksResponse;
+
+			if (result.failedCount > 0) {
+				const failedTasks = result.results
+					.filter((r) => !r.success)
+					.map((r) => `${r.externalId}: ${r.error}`)
+					.join(', ');
+				console.warn(
+					`Warning: ${result.failedCount} tasks failed to import: ${failedTasks}`
+				);
+			}
+
+			console.log(
+				`Successfully exported ${result.successCount} of ${result.totalTasks} tasks to brief ${briefId}`
+			);
+		} else {
+			// Direct Supabase approach is no longer supported
+			// The extractTasks method has been removed from SupabaseTaskRepository
+			// as we now exclusively use the API endpoint for exports
+			throw new Error(
+				'Export API endpoint not configured. Please set TM_PUBLIC_BASE_DOMAIN environment variable to enable task export.'
+			);
+		}
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Extract a brief ID from raw input (ID or URL)
+	 */
+	private extractBriefId(input: string): string | null {
+		const raw = input?.trim() ?? '';
+		if (!raw) return null;
+
+		const parseUrl = (s: string): URL | null => {
+			try {
+				return new URL(s);
+			} catch {}
+			try {
+				return new URL(`https://${s}`);
+			} catch {}
+			return null;
+		};
+
+		const fromParts = (path: string): string | null => {
+			const parts = path.split('/').filter(Boolean);
+			const briefsIdx = parts.lastIndexOf('briefs');
+			const candidate =
+				briefsIdx >= 0 && parts.length > briefsIdx + 1
+					? parts[briefsIdx + 1]
+					: parts[parts.length - 1];
+			return candidate?.trim() || null;
+		};
+
+		// Try to parse as URL
+		const url = parseUrl(raw);
+		if (url) {
+			const qId = url.searchParams.get('id') || url.searchParams.get('briefId');
+			const candidate = (qId || fromParts(url.pathname)) ?? null;
+			if (candidate) {
+				if (this.isLikelyId(candidate) || candidate.length >= 8) {
+					return candidate;
+				}
+			}
+		}
+
+		// Check if it looks like a path without scheme
+		if (raw.includes('/')) {
+			const candidate = fromParts(raw);
+			if (candidate && (this.isLikelyId(candidate) || candidate.length >= 8)) {
+				return candidate;
+			}
+		}
+
+		// Return as-is if it looks like an ID
+		if (this.isLikelyId(raw) || raw.length >= 8) {
+			return raw;
+		}
+
+		return null;
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Check if a string looks like a brief ID (UUID-like)
+	 */
+	private isLikelyId(value: string): boolean {
+		const uuidRegex =
+			/^[0-9a-fA-F]{8}-[0-9a-fA-F]{4}-[0-9a-fA-F]{4}-[0-9a-fA-F]{4}-[0-9a-fA-F]{12}$/;
+		const ulidRegex = /^[0-9A-HJKMNP-TV-Z]{26}$/i;
+		const slugRegex = /^[A-Za-z0-9_-]{16,}$/;
+		return (
+			uuidRegex.test(value) || ulidRegex.test(value) || slugRegex.test(value)
+		);
+	}
+}

packages/tm-core/src/services/index.ts

@@ -5,4 +5,9 @@
 
 export { TaskService } from './task-service.js';
 export { OrganizationService } from './organization.service.js';
+export { ExportService } from './export.service.js';
 export type { Organization, Brief } from './organization.service.js';
+export type {
+	ExportTasksOptions,
+	ExportResult
+} from './export.service.js';

packages/tm-core/src/services/task-service.ts

@@ -14,6 +14,7 @@ import { ConfigManager } from '../config/config-manager.js';
 import { StorageFactory } from '../storage/storage-factory.js';
 import { TaskEntity } from '../entities/task.entity.js';
 import { ERROR_CODES, TaskMasterError } from '../errors/task-master-error.js';
+import { getLogger } from '../logger/factory.js';
 
 /**
  * Result returned by getTaskList
@@ -51,6 +52,7 @@ export class TaskService {
 	private configManager: ConfigManager;
 	private storage: IStorage;
 	private initialized = false;
+	private logger = getLogger('TaskService');
 
 	constructor(configManager: ConfigManager) {
 		this.configManager = configManager;
@@ -90,37 +92,76 @@ export class TaskService {
 		const tag = options.tag || activeTag;
 
 		try {
-			// Load raw tasks from storage - storage only knows about tags
-			const rawTasks = await this.storage.loadTasks(tag);
+			// Determine if we can push filters to storage layer
+			const canPushStatusFilter =
+				options.filter?.status &&
+				!options.filter.priority &&
+				!options.filter.tags &&
+				!options.filter.assignee &&
+				!options.filter.search &&
+				options.filter.hasSubtasks === undefined;
+
+			// Build storage-level options
+			const storageOptions: any = {};
+
+			// Push status filter to storage if it's the only filter
+			if (canPushStatusFilter) {
+				const statuses = Array.isArray(options.filter!.status)
+					? options.filter!.status
+					: [options.filter!.status];
+				// Only push single status to storage (multiple statuses need in-memory filtering)
+				if (statuses.length === 1) {
+					storageOptions.status = statuses[0];
+				}
+			}
+
+			// Push subtask exclusion to storage
+			if (options.includeSubtasks === false) {
+				storageOptions.excludeSubtasks = true;
+			}
+
+			// Load tasks from storage with pushed-down filters
+			const rawTasks = await this.storage.loadTasks(tag, storageOptions);
+
+			// Get total count without status filters, but preserve subtask exclusion
+			const baseOptions: any = {};
+			if (options.includeSubtasks === false) {
+				baseOptions.excludeSubtasks = true;
+			}
+
+			const allTasks =
+				storageOptions.status !== undefined
+					? await this.storage.loadTasks(tag, baseOptions)
+					: rawTasks;
 
 			// Convert to TaskEntity for business logic operations
 			const taskEntities = TaskEntity.fromArray(rawTasks);
 
-			// Apply filters if provided
+			// Apply remaining filters in-memory if needed
 			let filteredEntities = taskEntities;
-			if (options.filter) {
+			if (options.filter && !canPushStatusFilter) {
+				filteredEntities = this.applyFilters(taskEntities, options.filter);
+			} else if (
+				options.filter?.status &&
+				Array.isArray(options.filter.status) &&
+				options.filter.status.length > 1
+			) {
+				// Multiple statuses - filter in-memory
 				filteredEntities = this.applyFilters(taskEntities, options.filter);
 			}
 
 			// Convert back to plain objects
-			let tasks = filteredEntities.map((entity) => entity.toJSON());
-
-			// Handle subtasks option
-			if (options.includeSubtasks === false) {
-				tasks = tasks.map((task) => ({
-					...task,
-					subtasks: []
-				}));
-			}
+			const tasks = filteredEntities.map((entity) => entity.toJSON());
 
 			return {
 				tasks,
-				total: rawTasks.length,
+				total: allTasks.length,
 				filtered: filteredEntities.length,
 				tag: tag, // Return the actual tag being used (either explicitly provided or active tag)
 				storageType: this.getStorageType()
 			};
 		} catch (error) {
+			this.logger.error('Failed to get task list', error);
 			throw new TaskMasterError(
 				'Failed to get task list',
 				ERROR_CODES.INTERNAL_ERROR,

packages/tm-core/src/storage/api-storage.ts

@@ -6,7 +6,8 @@
 import type {
 	IStorage,
 	StorageStats,
-	UpdateStatusResult
+	UpdateStatusResult,
+	LoadTasksOptions
 } from '../interfaces/storage.interface.js';
 import type {
 	Task,
@@ -16,7 +17,7 @@ import type {
 } from '../types/index.js';
 import { ERROR_CODES, TaskMasterError } from '../errors/task-master-error.js';
 import { TaskRepository } from '../repositories/task-repository.interface.js';
-import { SupabaseTaskRepository } from '../repositories/supabase-task-repository.js';
+import { SupabaseTaskRepository } from '../repositories/supabase/index.js';
 import { SupabaseClient } from '@supabase/supabase-js';
 import { AuthManager } from '../auth/auth-manager.js';
 
@@ -146,7 +147,7 @@ export class ApiStorage implements IStorage {
 	 * Load tasks from API
 	 * In our system, the tag parameter represents a brief ID
 	 */
-	async loadTasks(tag?: string): Promise<Task[]> {
+	async loadTasks(tag?: string, options?: LoadTasksOptions): Promise<Task[]> {
 		await this.ensureInitialized();
 
 		try {
@@ -160,9 +161,9 @@ export class ApiStorage implements IStorage {
 				);
 			}
 
-			// Load tasks from the current brief context
+			// Load tasks from the current brief context with filters pushed to repository
 			const tasks = await this.retryOperation(() =>
-				this.repository.getTasks(this.projectId)
+				this.repository.getTasks(this.projectId, options)
 			);
 
 			// Update the tag cache with the loaded task IDs

packages/tm-core/src/storage/file-storage/file-storage.ts

@@ -6,7 +6,8 @@ import type { Task, TaskMetadata, TaskStatus } from '../../types/index.js';
 import type {
 	IStorage,
 	StorageStats,
-	UpdateStatusResult
+	UpdateStatusResult,
+	LoadTasksOptions
 } from '../../interfaces/storage.interface.js';
 import { FormatHandler } from './format-handler.js';
 import { FileOperations } from './file-operations.js';
@@ -92,15 +93,30 @@ export class FileStorage implements IStorage {
 	 * Load tasks from the single tasks.json file for a specific tag
 	 * Enriches tasks with complexity data from the complexity report
 	 */
-	async loadTasks(tag?: string): Promise<Task[]> {
+	async loadTasks(tag?: string, options?: LoadTasksOptions): Promise<Task[]> {
 		const filePath = this.pathResolver.getTasksPath();
 		const resolvedTag = tag || 'master';
 
 		try {
 			const rawData = await this.fileOps.readJson(filePath);
-			const tasks = this.formatHandler.extractTasks(rawData, resolvedTag);
+			let tasks = this.formatHandler.extractTasks(rawData, resolvedTag);
+
+			// Apply filters if provided
+			if (options) {
+				// Filter by status if specified
+				if (options.status) {
+					tasks = tasks.filter((task) => task.status === options.status);
+				}
+
+				// Exclude subtasks if specified
+				if (options.excludeSubtasks) {
+					tasks = tasks.map((task) => ({
+						...task,
+						subtasks: []
+					}));
+				}
+			}
 
-			// Enrich tasks with complexity data
 			return await this.enrichTasksWithComplexity(tasks, resolvedTag);
 		} catch (error: any) {
 			if (error.code === 'ENOENT') {

packages/tm-core/src/task-master-core.ts

@@ -14,7 +14,14 @@ import {
 	type StartTaskResult,
 	type ConflictCheckResult
 } from './services/task-execution-service.js';
+import {
+	ExportService,
+	type ExportTasksOptions,
+	type ExportResult
+} from './services/export.service.js';
+import { AuthManager } from './auth/auth-manager.js';
 import { ERROR_CODES, TaskMasterError } from './errors/task-master-error.js';
+import type { UserContext } from './auth/types.js';
 import type { IConfiguration } from './interfaces/configuration.interface.js';
 import type {
 	Task,
@@ -47,6 +54,10 @@ export type {
 	StartTaskResult,
 	ConflictCheckResult
 } from './services/task-execution-service.js';
+export type {
+	ExportTasksOptions,
+	ExportResult
+} from './services/export.service.js';
 
 /**
  * TaskMasterCore facade class
@@ -56,6 +67,7 @@ export class TaskMasterCore {
 	private configManager: ConfigManager;
 	private taskService: TaskService;
 	private taskExecutionService: TaskExecutionService;
+	private exportService: ExportService;
 	private executorService: ExecutorService | null = null;
 
 	/**
@@ -80,6 +92,7 @@ export class TaskMasterCore {
 		this.configManager = null as any;
 		this.taskService = null as any;
 		this.taskExecutionService = null as any;
+		this.exportService = null as any;
 	}
 
 	/**
@@ -109,6 +122,10 @@ export class TaskMasterCore {
 
 			// Create task execution service
 			this.taskExecutionService = new TaskExecutionService(this.taskService);
+
+			// Create export service
+			const authManager = AuthManager.getInstance();
+			this.exportService = new ExportService(this.configManager, authManager);
 		} catch (error) {
 			throw new TaskMasterError(
 				'Failed to initialize TaskMasterCore',
@@ -242,6 +259,33 @@ export class TaskMasterCore {
 		return this.taskExecutionService.getNextAvailableTask();
 	}
 
+	// ==================== Export Service Methods ====================
+
+	/**
+	 * Export tasks to an external system (e.g., Hamster brief)
+	 */
+	async exportTasks(options: ExportTasksOptions): Promise<ExportResult> {
+		return this.exportService.exportTasks(options);
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Export tasks from a brief ID or URL
+	 */
+	async exportFromBriefInput(briefInput: string): Promise<ExportResult> {
+		return this.exportService.exportFromBriefInput(briefInput);
+	}
+
+	/**
+	 * Validate export context before prompting
+	 */
+	async validateExportContext(): Promise<{
+		hasOrg: boolean;
+		hasBrief: boolean;
+		context: UserContext | null;
+	}> {
+		return this.exportService.validateContext();
+	}
+
 	// ==================== Executor Service Methods ====================
 
 	/**

packages/tm-core/src/types/index.ts

@@ -82,10 +82,11 @@ export interface Task {
 }
 
 /**
- * Subtask interface extending Task with numeric ID
+ * Subtask interface extending Task
+ * ID can be number (file storage) or string (API storage with display_id)
  */
 export interface Subtask extends Omit<Task, 'id' | 'subtasks'> {
-	id: number;
+	id: number | string;
 	parentId: string;
 	subtasks?: never; // Subtasks cannot have their own subtasks
 }

packages/tm-core/src/types/repository-types.ts

@@ -0,0 +1,83 @@
+/**
+ * Type definitions for repository operations
+ */
+import { Database, Tables } from './database.types.js';
+
+/**
+ * Task row from database with optional joined relations
+ */
+export interface TaskWithRelations extends Tables<'tasks'> {
+	document?: {
+		id: string;
+		document_name: string;
+		title: string;
+		description: string | null;
+	} | null;
+}
+
+/**
+ * Dependency row with joined display_id
+ */
+export interface DependencyWithDisplayId {
+	task_id: string;
+	depends_on_task: {
+		display_id: string;
+	} | null;
+}
+
+/**
+ * Task metadata structure
+ */
+export interface TaskMetadata {
+	details?: string;
+	testStrategy?: string;
+	[key: string]: unknown; // Allow additional fields but be explicit
+}
+
+/**
+ * Database update payload for tasks
+ */
+export type TaskDatabaseUpdate =
+	Database['public']['Tables']['tasks']['Update'];
+/**
+ * Configuration for task queries
+ */
+export interface TaskQueryConfig {
+	briefId: string;
+	includeSubtasks?: boolean;
+	includeDependencies?: boolean;
+	includeDocument?: boolean;
+}
+
+/**
+ * Result of a task fetch operation
+ */
+export interface TaskFetchResult {
+	task: Tables<'tasks'>;
+	subtasks: Tables<'tasks'>[];
+	dependencies: Map<string, string[]>;
+}
+
+/**
+ * Task validation errors
+ */
+export class TaskValidationError extends Error {
+	constructor(
+		message: string,
+		public readonly field: string,
+		public readonly value: unknown
+	) {
+		super(message);
+		this.name = 'TaskValidationError';
+	}
+}
+
+/**
+ * Context validation errors
+ */
+export class ContextValidationError extends Error {
+	constructor(message: string) {
+		super(message);
+		this.name = 'ContextValidationError';
+	}
+}

scripts/init.js

@@ -628,6 +628,12 @@ function createProjectStructure(
 	// Copy example_prd.txt to NEW location
 	copyTemplateFile('example_prd.txt', path.join(targetDir, EXAMPLE_PRD_FILE));
 
+	// Copy example_prd_rpg.txt to templates directory
+	copyTemplateFile(
+		'example_prd_rpg.txt',
+		path.join(targetDir, TASKMASTER_TEMPLATES_DIR, 'example_prd_rpg.txt')
+	);
+
 	// Initialize git repository if git is available
 	try {
 		if (initGit === false) {
@@ -856,10 +862,10 @@ function createProjectStructure(
 				)}\n${chalk.white('   ├─ ')}${chalk.dim('Models: Use `task-master models` commands')}\n${chalk.white('   └─ ')}${chalk.dim(
 					'Keys: Add provider API keys to .env (or inside the MCP config file i.e. .cursor/mcp.json)'
 				)}\n${chalk.white('2. ')}${chalk.yellow(
-					'Discuss your idea with AI and ask for a PRD using example_prd.txt, and save it to scripts/PRD.txt'
-				)}\n${chalk.white('3. ')}${chalk.yellow(
+					'Discuss your idea with AI and ask for a PRD, and save it to .taskmaster/docs/prd.txt'
+				)}\n${chalk.white('   ├─ ')}${chalk.dim('Simple projects: Use ')}${chalk.cyan('example_prd.txt')}${chalk.dim(' template')}\n${chalk.white('   └─ ')}${chalk.dim('Complex systems: Use ')}${chalk.cyan('example_prd_rpg.txt')}${chalk.dim(' template (for dependency-aware task graphs)')}\n${chalk.white('3. ')}${chalk.yellow(
 					'Ask Cursor Agent (or run CLI) to parse your PRD and generate initial tasks:'
-				)}\n${chalk.white('   └─ ')}${chalk.dim('MCP Tool: ')}${chalk.cyan('parse_prd')}${chalk.dim(' | CLI: ')}${chalk.cyan('task-master parse-prd scripts/prd.txt')}\n${chalk.white('4. ')}${chalk.yellow(
+				)}\n${chalk.white('   └─ ')}${chalk.dim('MCP Tool: ')}${chalk.cyan('parse_prd')}${chalk.dim(' | CLI: ')}${chalk.cyan('task-master parse-prd .taskmaster/docs/prd.txt')}\n${chalk.white('4. ')}${chalk.yellow(
 					'Ask Cursor to analyze the complexity of the tasks in your PRD using research'
 				)}\n${chalk.white('   └─ ')}${chalk.dim('MCP Tool: ')}${chalk.cyan('analyze_project_complexity')}${chalk.dim(' | CLI: ')}${chalk.cyan('task-master analyze-complexity')}\n${chalk.white('5. ')}${chalk.yellow(
 					'Ask Cursor to expand all of your tasks using the complexity analysis'

scripts/modules/commands.js

@@ -12,17 +12,11 @@ import https from 'https';
 import http from 'http';
 import inquirer from 'inquirer';
 import search from '@inquirer/search';
-import ora from 'ora'; // Import ora
 
 import { log, readJSON } from './utils.js';
-// Import new commands from @tm/cli
+// Import command registry and utilities from @tm/cli
 import {
-	ListTasksCommand,
-	ShowCommand,
-	AuthCommand,
-	ContextCommand,
-	StartCommand,
-	SetStatusCommand,
+	registerAllCommands,
 	checkForUpdate,
 	performAutoUpdate,
 	displayUpgradeNotification
@@ -32,7 +26,6 @@ import {
 	parsePRD,
 	updateTasks,
 	generateTaskFiles,
-	listTasks,
 	expandTask,
 	expandAllTasks,
 	clearSubtasks,
@@ -53,11 +46,7 @@ import {
 	validateStrength
 } from './task-manager.js';
 
-import {
-	moveTasksBetweenTags,
-	MoveTaskError,
-	MOVE_ERROR_CODES
-} from './task-manager/move-task.js';
+import { moveTasksBetweenTags } from './task-manager/move-task.js';
 
 import {
 	createTag,
@@ -72,9 +61,7 @@ import {
 	addDependency,
 	removeDependency,
 	validateDependenciesCommand,
-	fixDependenciesCommand,
-	DependencyError,
-	DEPENDENCY_ERROR_CODES
+	fixDependenciesCommand
 } from './dependency-manager.js';
 
 import {
@@ -103,7 +90,6 @@ import {
 	displayBanner,
 	displayHelp,
 	displayNextTask,
-	displayTaskById,
 	displayComplexityReport,
 	getStatusWithColor,
 	confirmTaskOverwrite,
@@ -112,8 +98,6 @@ import {
 	displayModelConfiguration,
 	displayAvailableModels,
 	displayApiKeyStatus,
-	displayAiUsageSummary,
-	displayMultipleTasksSummary,
 	displayTaggedTasksFYI,
 	displayCurrentTagIndicator,
 	displayCrossTagDependencyError,
@@ -137,10 +121,6 @@ import {
 	setModel,
 	getApiKeyStatusReport
 } from './task-manager/models.js';
-import {
-	isValidTaskStatus,
-	TASK_STATUS_OPTIONS
-} from '../../src/constants/task-status.js';
 import {
 	isValidRulesAction,
 	RULES_ACTIONS,
@@ -1687,29 +1667,12 @@ function registerCommands(programInstance) {
 			});
 		});
 
-	// Register the set-status command from @tm/cli
-	// Handles task status updates with proper error handling and validation
-	SetStatusCommand.registerOn(programInstance);
-
-	// NEW: Register the new list command from @tm/cli
-	// This command handles all its own configuration and logic
-	ListTasksCommand.registerOn(programInstance);
-
-	// Register the auth command from @tm/cli
-	// Handles authentication with tryhamster.com
-	AuthCommand.registerOn(programInstance);
-
-	// Register the context command from @tm/cli
-	// Manages workspace context (org/brief selection)
-	ContextCommand.registerOn(programInstance);
-
-	// Register the show command from @tm/cli
-	// Displays detailed information about tasks
-	ShowCommand.registerOn(programInstance);
-
-	// Register the start command from @tm/cli
-	// Starts working on a task by launching claude-code with a standardized prompt
-	StartCommand.registerOn(programInstance);
+	// ========================================
+	// Register All Commands from @tm/cli
+	// ========================================
+	// Use the centralized command registry to register all CLI commands
+	// This replaces individual command registrations and reduces duplication
+	registerAllCommands(programInstance);
 
 	// expand command
 	programInstance

scripts/modules/task-manager/add-subtask.js

@@ -1,8 +1,5 @@
-import path from 'path';
-
 import { log, readJSON, writeJSON, getCurrentTag } from '../utils.js';
 import { isTaskDependentOn } from '../task-manager.js';
-import generateTaskFiles from './generate-task-files.js';
 
 /**
  * Add a subtask to a parent task
@@ -142,11 +139,7 @@ async function addSubtask(
 		// Write the updated tasks back to the file with proper context
 		writeJSON(tasksPath, data, projectRoot, tag);
 
-		// Generate task files if requested
-		if (generateFiles) {
-			log('info', 'Regenerating task files...');
-			await generateTaskFiles(tasksPath, path.dirname(tasksPath), context);
-		}
+		// Note: Task file generation is no longer supported and has been removed
 
 		return newSubtask;
 	} catch (error) {

scripts/modules/task-manager/move-task.js

@@ -6,7 +6,6 @@ import {
 	setTasksForTag,
 	traverseDependencies
 } from '../utils.js';
-import generateTaskFiles from './generate-task-files.js';
 import {
 	findCrossTagDependencies,
 	getDependentTaskIds,
@@ -142,13 +141,7 @@ async function moveTask(
 			results.push(result);
 		}
 
-		// Generate files once at the end if requested
-		if (generateFiles) {
-			await generateTaskFiles(tasksPath, path.dirname(tasksPath), {
-				tag: tag,
-				projectRoot: projectRoot
-			});
-		}
+		// Note: Task file generation is no longer supported and has been removed
 
 		return {
 			message: `Successfully moved ${sourceIds.length} tasks/subtasks`,
@@ -209,12 +202,7 @@ async function moveTask(
 	// The writeJSON function will filter out _rawTaggedData automatically
 	writeJSON(tasksPath, rawData, options.projectRoot, tag);
 
-	if (generateFiles) {
-		await generateTaskFiles(tasksPath, path.dirname(tasksPath), {
-			tag: tag,
-			projectRoot: projectRoot
-		});
-	}
+	// Note: Task file generation is no longer supported and has been removed
 
 	return result;
 }

scripts/modules/task-manager/remove-subtask.js

@@ -1,6 +1,4 @@
-import path from 'path';
 import { log, readJSON, writeJSON } from '../utils.js';
-import generateTaskFiles from './generate-task-files.js';
 
 /**
  * Remove a subtask from its parent task
@@ -108,11 +106,7 @@ async function removeSubtask(
 		// Write the updated tasks back to the file with proper context
 		writeJSON(tasksPath, data, projectRoot, tag);
 
-		// Generate task files if requested
-		if (generateFiles) {
-			log('info', 'Regenerating task files...');
-			await generateTaskFiles(tasksPath, path.dirname(tasksPath), context);
-		}
+		// Note: Task file generation is no longer supported and has been removed
 
 		return convertedTask;
 	} catch (error) {

tests/unit/scripts/modules/task-manager/add-subtask.test.js

@@ -94,7 +94,6 @@ describe('addSubtask function', () => {
 		const parentTask = writeCallArgs.tasks.find((t) => t.id === 1);
 		expect(parentTask.subtasks).toHaveLength(1);
 		expect(parentTask.subtasks[0].title).toBe('New Subtask');
-		expect(mockGenerateTaskFiles).toHaveBeenCalled();
 	});
 
 	test('should convert an existing task to a subtask', async () => {

tests/unit/scripts/modules/task-manager/move-task.test.js

@@ -88,11 +88,6 @@ describe('moveTask (unit)', () => {
 		).rejects.toThrow(/Number of source IDs/);
 	});
 
-	test('batch move calls generateTaskFiles once when flag true', async () => {
-		await moveTask('tasks.json', '1,2', '3,4', true, { tag: 'master' });
-		expect(generateTaskFiles).toHaveBeenCalledTimes(1);
-	});
-
 	test('error when tag invalid', async () => {
 		await expect(
 			moveTask('tasks.json', '1', '2', false, { tag: 'ghost' })

tsdown.config.ts

@@ -1,6 +1,10 @@
 import { defineConfig } from 'tsdown';
 import { baseConfig, mergeConfig } from '@tm/build-config';
-import 'dotenv/config';
+import { config } from 'dotenv';
+import { resolve } from 'path';
+
+// Load .env file explicitly with absolute path
+config({ path: resolve(process.cwd(), '.env') });
 
 // Get all TM_PUBLIC_* env variables for build-time injection
 const getBuildTimeEnvs = () => {