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ado-work-items

Manage Azure DevOps work items via the Azure DevOps CLI.

3|Updated Feb 12, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cli#project-management#azure-devops#work-items#az-boards
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/scaryrawr/scarypilot --skill ado-work-items
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ado-work-items
Source: https://github.com/scaryrawr/scarypilot/tree/main/plugins/azure-devops/skills/ado-work-items
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/scaryrawr/scarypilot --skill ado-work-items

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Quickly manage Azure DevOps work items from conversational prompts by utilizing the Azure DevOps CLI to view, create, update, query, and relate work items.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • View item details: Retrieve key fields such as id, title, state, assigned to, and relations for a given work item.
  • Create and update items: Create new work items or update fields, state, and descriptions across projects.
  • Query and relate items: Execute queries and establish or inspect item relationships (parent/child/related) to reflect project work.
  • Use Case: A team member shares a work item link and asks for its current status or to perform a simple update, enabling rapid follow-up without leaving the chat.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to show or modify a work item by ID using az boards commands.

Frequently Asked Questions about ado-work-items

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage Azure DevOps work items from the command line?▼

You can manage Azure DevOps work items from the command line by using the Azure DevOps CLI to view, create, update, query, and relate items across projects. The CLI provides rapid programmatic access to common work item actions.

Can I create and update Azure DevOps work items using az boards commands?▼

Yes, you can create new Azure DevOps work items and update fields, state, and descriptions across projects by invoking az boards commands. This enables command-line driven work item manipulation without navigating the web portal.

How do I query work item relationships like parent and child links in Azure DevOps?▼

You can query work item relationships in Azure DevOps by executing queries and establishing or inspecting parent, child, and related links. This reflects project work structure and allows you to relate items directly via the CLI.

Do I need to install the Azure DevOps CLI to manipulate work items programmatically?▼

Yes, you need the Azure DevOps CLI installed to manipulate work items programmatically. The automation invokes CLI commands to handle project and organization context via detect and org flags for accurate work item management.

How do I retrieve Azure DevOps work item details from a shared link?▼

You can retrieve Azure DevOps work item details from a shared link by parsing the URL for the work item ID. The CLI then retrieves key fields such as id, title, state, assigned to, and relations for that specific item.

What are the limitations of using the Azure DevOps CLI for work item management?▼

The main limitation of using the Azure DevOps CLI for work item management is that it requires proper project and organization context configuration. Complex updates or bulk manipulations may be constrained by CLI command parameters and local environment setup.

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