A specialized task tracking utility designed to manage asynchronous work and multi-session agent dispatches through a git-friendly CLI.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install dex
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install dex using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Dex Task Tracking?
Dex provides a robust framework for tracking long-running, asynchronous, or multi-step work within development environments. It is specifically designed to solve the problem of context loss during coding agent dispatches and background jobs. By integrating this tool into Openclaw Skills, developers can ensure that every task has a clear record of its background, goals, and ultimate resolution.
Unlike traditional task managers, Dex stores its data directly within your project repository as JSON files. This approach makes task state git-friendly, allowing teams to version their task history alongside their code. Whether you are managing complex PR reviews or coordinating multiple AI agents, Dex keeps your workflow organized and transparent.
Dex Task Tracking Use Cases
- Tracking progress on multi-step feature developments that span several days.
- Documenting requirements and context before dispatching an autonomous coding agent.
- Recording architectural decisions and results after completing background jobs.
- Managing a queue of follow-up items discovered during manual PR reviews.
How Dex Task Tracking Works
- Use the create command to initialize a new task, defining its summary and the specific context required for completion.
- Access the task list to see all pending work or use the show command to retrieve full technical context for a specific ID.
- Perform the necessary development work or monitor the autonomous agent dispatch associated with the task.
- Close the loop by running the complete command, which records the final result, decisions made, and any necessary follow-up actions.
- Review the generated JSON files in the .dex directory to maintain a persistent, version-controlled history of the project tasks.
Dex Task Tracking Setup
Dex requires minimal setup as it operates directly within your project directory. Ensure your environment is ready to use Openclaw Skills and follow these steps:
# Initialize a task tracking item
dex create -d "Add caching to API" --context "Done when: PR merged, CI green"
# List pending tasks to verify setup
dex list
Dex Task Tracking Data Schema & Taxonomy
Dex organizes its metadata within the .dex/tasks/ directory. Each task is stored as an individual JSON file, ensuring that Openclaw Skills can easily parse and display task information.
| Attribute | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ID | String | A unique identifier for the task file. |
| Description | String | A concise one-line summary of the work. |
| Context | String | Detailed requirements, background, and 'done' criteria. |
| Result | String | Final documentation of decisions and follow-ups. |
Dex Task Tracking Advanced Features
- Git-friendly storage architecture using individual JSON files for easy conflict resolution.
- Support for full-context views to provide agents with all necessary background information.
- Integration with Openclaw Skills for automated status tracking and reporting.
- Persistent task state management across different workspace sessions and agent dispatches.
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