VettingTooling • 2025
Linear Canvas
Task prioritization as a spatial exercise, not a list.
Overview
Rethinking task prioritization as a spatial exercise rather than a list. Linear Canvas explores how teams can reason about velocity, friction, and sequencing when work is laid out as a navigable surface instead of a backlog.
Goals
- 01Prototype a 2D canvas that preserves the semantics of issue trackers.
- 02Test whether spatial layout improves sprint planning velocity.
- 03Integrate with existing APIs without disrupting team workflows.
Intended Outcomes
01
Interactive prototype validated with five product teams
02
Design principles for spatial project management
03
Integration spec for Linear, GitHub, and Jira