Task Master AI

Task Master AI is an open-source, terminal-based AI task management tool designed to help developers break down, track, and execute complex software projects using AI coding assistants. It integrates natively with popular AI-powered editors and agents such as Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf, Claude Code, and Cline. With over 25,000 active users and 25,800+ GitHub stars, it has become a widely adopted tool in the AI-assisted development workflow.

Key Features:

• AI-Powered Task Decomposition — Automatically breaks down large projects or features into structured, actionable subtasks using AI models.
• Terminal-First Interface — Runs entirely from the command line, making it easy to integrate into any development workflow without leaving the terminal.
• Multi-Editor Integration — Works seamlessly with Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf, Claude Code, and Cline for in-editor task management.
• Task Tracking & Management — Maintains a persistent task list with statuses, priorities, and dependencies to keep complex projects organized.
• Open Source — Fully open source on GitHub with an active community and rapid development cadence.
• High Adoption — Serves over 100,000 monthly users and 25,000+ weekly active users, reflecting strong community trust.

To get started, install Task Master AI via npm, initialize it in your project directory, and connect it to your preferred AI coding assistant. Tasks can be created, updated, and completed directly from the terminal or through your AI editor's agent interface.