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Software Engineering•November 16, 2023•7 min read

Linear: Modern Project Management for Engineering Teams

Linear provides fast, keyboard-driven project management designed for software teams.

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Linear focuses on speed and keyboard navigation. Issues, projects, and cycles organize work. GitHub integration syncs development activity. API enables custom automation.

Workflow Organization

Issues track individual work items. Projects group related work. Cycles provide time-boxed iterations. Teams separate organizational units.

  • Use keyboard shortcuts for fast navigation
  • Configure workflows matching your process
  • Integrate with GitHub for automatic updates
  • Set up automation rules for common actions
  • Use API for custom integrations

Integration

GitHub integration links PRs to issues. Slack notifications keep teams informed. Figma integration connects design work. API enables custom tooling.

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