claude-task-master
AI-powered task management system for Cursor, Windsurf, and other editors.
Drop-in task master for Cursor, Lovable, Windsurf, and Roo code chats.
Taskmaster is an AI-powered task management system designed to integrate directly into AI chat editors like Cursor and Windsurf via MCP. It suits developers building complex energy and sustainability applications who want structured task execution tied to a PRD.
What it is
It manages tasks, tracks task dependencies, handles tags and workstreams, and runs research commands through configured LLM providers. You configure a main model, a research model, and a fallback model to execute development workflows straight from your code editor.
Who it's for
It suits developers using AI-assisted editors who need structured tracking for multi-step projects. It does not suit teams not using AI chat editors or those without API keys for supported model providers.
Key features
Multi-Editor MCP Support
Integrates directly into Cursor, Windsurf, VS Code, and Q CLI via Model Control Protocol.
Task Dependencies
Tracks relationships between tasks to dictate correct implementation order.
Dedicated Research Model
Supports configuring a separate research model like Perplexity alongside your main coding model.
PRD Initialization
Creates and references a product requirements doc at .taskmaster/docs/prd.txt for context.
Up and running in 3 steps
Our honest verdict
What's great
- Supports multiple AI providers including Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, and Ollama
- Can use Claude Code or Codex CLI with OAuth without separate API keys
- Offers a one-click install link for Cursor 1.0+ users
- Includes automated loop commands and task structure management
Where it falls short
- Requires separate API keys or CLI subscriptions for LLM providers
- Needs manual configuration of mcp.json files depending on your editor
- Running multiple model providers can incur ongoing API costs
Pricing & license
The tool itself is free to use, but you must pay for your own API usage across whichever LLM providers you configure, such as Anthropic, OpenAI, or Google.
Open remote AI-training roles
767 open remote AI-training roles, updated November 14, 2026; most pay $20–$175 an hour. Zekai lists them free; the application goes to the employer’s platform.
Alternatives
Use it, or have us set it up
FAQ
Do I need an API key to use Taskmaster?
Yes, you need at least one API key from a supported provider unless you are using Claude Code CLI or Codex CLI with OAuth.
Which editors are supported?
Cursor, Windsurf, VS Code, and Q CLI are supported via MCP configurations.
Can I use a separate model for research?
Yes, you can define a dedicated research model such as Perplexity alongside your main coding model.
