eyaltoledano/claude-task-master
claude-task-master
An AI-powered task-management system you can drop into Cursor, Lovable, Windsurf, Roo, and others.
Usage guide
claude-task-master is an open-source project around cursor, cursor-ai, cursorai with 27,716 GitHub stars. This guide focuses on when to use it, how to install it, how to run the first example, and what to verify before adopting it.
Key features
- Implemented mainly in JavaScript, useful for judging integration effort in a similar stack.
- GitHub did not detect a repository license, so commercial permission is unconfirmed. Review the repository terms and any model weights, datasets, dependencies, or external services before commercial adoption.
- The project has a homepage, so cross-check docs, examples, and release information beyond GitHub.
Best for
- Evaluating claude-task-master for JavaScript AI workflows.
- Comparing a GitHub project with 27,716 stars and current repository activity.
Pros
- claude-task-master has visible GitHub traction with 27,716 stars. Topics: ai, cursor, cursor-ai.
- The project provides an external homepage for deeper evaluation.
Cons
- Production fit still depends on documentation depth, issue activity, and release cadence.
- No license was detected, so usage risk needs manual review.
Production readiness
claude-task-master should be validated with its README, release history, open issues, and integration requirements before production use.
License risk
GitHub did not report a license, which usually requires manual legal review before production use.
claude-task-master architecture preview
claude-task-master's main path starts at the entry surface, runs through claude-task-master core runtime, combines Claude, Runtime context, GitHub, and returns User-facing result.
Entry
Web / product entry
Users start from a web UI, hosted product surface, or browser-based workflow.
https://tryhamster.com
Runtime
claude-task-master core runtime
The core coordinates project logic, configuration, and AI-related execution in JavaScript.
JavaScript
Model
Claude
Model calls are likely routed through Claude based on README and topic signals.
Claude
Context
Runtime context
Runtime state, user input, repository files, or configuration provide context for each task.
context signal
Tools
GitHub
Tool adapters let the runtime act outside the model through GitHub.
GitHub
Output
User-facing result
The final output is returned to the user, workflow, API caller, or downstream system.
output
Install tutorial
Before you install
- Node.js and the package manager used by the project
- A clean working directory for the first test run
Check the runtime environment
claude-task-master uses a Node.js-style toolchain. Confirm the Node version and package manager before installing.
Get the project files
Start from the official repository or package so the first run matches the documented behavior.
$ git clone https://github.com/eyaltoledano/claude-task-master.gitInstall or build dependencies
No extra setup command was detected. Check the README before adding custom configuration.
Adoption guidance and sources
Practical use cases
An AI-powered task-management system you can drop into Cursor, Lovable
This is one of the documented reasons to evaluate claude-task-master before choosing a stack.
Focus area: ai
This is one of the documented reasons to evaluate claude-task-master before choosing a stack.
All project comparison
Compare claude-task-master with similar projects before committing to a stack.
Before adopting
- Complete one clean-environment verification using the official claude-task-master setup path.
- Review repository license, model weights, external services, and dependency terms for your use case.
- Check recent commits, release cadence, issue response, and documentation depth.
- Evaluate output quality, latency, resource usage, and recovery behavior with a small dataset.
Configuration notes
- Review README configuration notes before using production data.
Sources checked
These links are used to verify repository, documentation, or tutorial details. Review the source pages before adopting the project.
Troubleshooting
- If installation fails, first confirm the command is being run from the README-specified directory.
- If dependencies conflict, retry in a fresh virtual environment, container, or working directory.
- If output looks wrong, return to the smallest documented claude-task-master example before adding complex data.
- For keys, model files, or external services, verify environment variables, local paths, and permissions one by one.
- Before production use, review recent updates, open issues, license terms, and safety boundaries.
What is claude-task-master?
claude-task-master is an open-source all project. An AI-powered task-management system you can drop into Cursor, Lovable, Windsurf, Roo, and others.
How do I install claude-task-master?
Start with the official README. The first detected setup step is: git clone https://github.com/eyaltoledano/claude-task-master.git.
Is claude-task-master beginner-friendly?
If you already know the JavaScript ecosystem, start with the smallest example. Otherwise test it in an isolated environment first.
Can claude-task-master be used commercially?
GitHub did not detect a repository license, so commercial permission is unconfirmed. Review the repository terms and any model weights, datasets, dependencies, or external services before commercial adoption.
Does claude-task-master need a GPU?
GPU requirements depend on the workload, model, and dataset size. Start with the smallest README example before scaling up.
How should I decide whether to adopt claude-task-master?
Evaluate setup cost, maintenance activity, issue health, license terms, and fit with your real workflow.