Linear is a purpose-built tool for modern product teams, combining speed, efficiency, and collaboration. Key features include:
- Visual planning tools for roadmaps, milestones, and cross-team projects
- Cycles to focus teams on prioritized work
- Triage for managing unplanned tasks like bugs and feature requests
- Linear Insights with real-time analytics for data-driven decisions
- High-performance architecture (Sync Engine) and integrations (API)
Advantages: Tailored workflows, SLA tracking, custom views (list/board), and scalability for startups to enterprises. Ideal for technical teams managing complex product lifecycles while maintaining execution velocity.