- Refactored task creation logic to support explicit immediate start and maintain default pending status.
- Implemented notification system for task owners upon assignment, including detailed task instructions.
- Enhanced task briefing output to provide a compact view of assigned tasks, differentiating between in-progress, pending, and completed tasks.
- Added utility functions for better task management and streamlined task reference handling.
- Updated tests to cover new task assignment notifications and briefing functionalities, ensuring accurate task status representation.