skills.rest
Vvanlaar
VvanlaarCOMMUNITY
Explore all skills by this author →
WebsiteGitHub

ado

Automate Azure DevOps work item edits, comments, links, and WIQL queries.

Updated Jan 28, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#api#ticket management#sprint planning#project tracking#azure devops#work items
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Vvanlaar/orch --skill ado-vvanlaar
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ado
Source: https://github.com/Vvanlaar/orch/tree/main/.claude/skills/ado
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Vvanlaar/orch --skill ado-vvanlaar

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It simplifies managing Azure DevOps work items by automating common operations like updating tickets, adding comments, and querying work items, reducing manual effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Edit Tickets: Quickly modify fields such as status, assignee, or description within Azure DevOps.
  • Comment Management: Add or update comments on tickets to streamline communication and collaboration.
  • Query Work Items: Search and retrieve work items based on custom WIQL queries, supporting efficient project tracking.
  • Link Items and Move Sprints: Manage work item relationships and iterate tasks across sprints effortlessly.
  • Use Case: Project managers can automate ticket updates to reflect the latest progress without opening the web interface.

Quick Start

Use the ado skill to update ticket #12345 with a new status and add a comment describing the latest review.

Frequently Asked Questions about ado

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Azure DevOps ticket management without opening the web interface?▼

Automate Azure DevOps ticket management by using scripting and API calls to edit work item fields, add comments, and link tickets, reducing manual web interface effort.

Can I query Azure DevOps work items using custom WIQL searches?▼

Query Azure DevOps work items using custom WIQL queries to search and retrieve tasks, supporting efficient project tracking and sprint planning without manual filtering.

Do I need a Personal Access Token to update Azure DevOps work item fields via API?▼

Updating Azure DevOps work item fields via API requires a Personal Access Token and organization details to authenticate scripting operations for ticket management.

What's the best way to link Azure DevOps tickets and move them across sprints?▼

Link Azure DevOps tickets and move them across sprints by automating work item relationships and iterating tasks through API calls, managing dependencies effortlessly.

How does automated Azure DevOps work item editing streamline sprint planning?▼

Automated Azure DevOps work item editing streamlines sprint planning by quickly modifying status, assignee, or description fields via API, reflecting latest progress instantly.

Related Skills

Explore More Software Engineering Skills→
marcussheppmarcusshepp
3

azure-devops-details

Retrieve Azure DevOps work item details by ID with fields, comments, and history.

Community
Advanced
cruzanstxcruzanstx
6

prompt-manager

Manage prompt files with CRUD operations and JSON outputs.

Community
Advanced
ntaksh42ntaksh42
1

azure-devops-cli

Generate Azure DevOps CLI commands for pipelines, repositories, work items, and artifacts.

Community
Intermediate
markus41markus41
12

Azure DevOps

Automate Azure DevOps REST API workflows for repositories, pipelines, boards, and artifacts.

Community
Advanced