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Markdown
47 lines
1006 B
Markdown
Defer a task for later consideration.
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Arguments: $ARGUMENTS (task ID)
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## Deferring a Task
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This status indicates a task is valid but not currently actionable or prioritized.
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## Valid Reasons for Deferral
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- Waiting for external dependencies
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- Reprioritized for future sprint
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- Blocked by technical limitations
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- Resource constraints
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- Strategic timing considerations
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## Execution
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```bash
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task-master set-status --id=$ARGUMENTS --status=deferred
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```
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## Deferral Management
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When deferring:
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1. **Document Reason**
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- Capture why it's being deferred
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- Set reactivation criteria
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- Note any partial work completed
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2. **Impact Analysis**
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- Check dependent tasks
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- Update project timeline
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- Notify affected stakeholders
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3. **Future Planning**
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- Set review reminders
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- Tag for specific milestone
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- Preserve context for reactivation
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- Link to blocking issues
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## Smart Tracking
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- Monitor deferral duration
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- Alert when criteria met
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- Prevent scope creep
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- Regular review cycles |