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azure-boards

Fetch, update, and query Azure DevOps work items via the az boards CLI.

12|4|Updated Dec 2, 2025
Search Tags:#azure-devops#work-items#wiql#cli-automation#az-boards#azure-boards
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dariuszparys/claude-code-toolkit --skill azure-boards
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: azure-boards
Source: https://github.com/dariuszparys/claude-code-toolkit/tree/main/plugins/azure-boards/skills
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dariuszparys/claude-code-toolkit --skill azure-boards

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Azure DevOps users often need to fetch, update, and query work items via a CLI. This skill provides a consistent interface to manage PBIs, bugs, and tasks using the az boards CLI, reducing context switching and manual copy-paste.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Retrieve a single work item by ID and map key fields (title, description, state, assigned to)
  • Update fields (Description, Acceptance Criteria, State) on work items
  • Run WIQL queries to surface items assigned to you or within a sprint
  • Create Task items under a Product Backlog Item or Bug
  • Parse HTML-formatted fields and convert to structured data
  • Use az boards CLI for end-to-end work item operations (fetch, update, query, create)

Quick Start

Fetch a work item by ID using az boards and return its key fields.

Frequently Asked Questions about azure-boards

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?▼

Running WIQL queries with az boards allows you to surface specific Azure DevOps work items, such as those assigned to you or within a sprint, and maps HTML-formatted fields to structured data.

Can I update Azure Boards fields using a CLI automation tool?▼

Yes, the skill uses the az boards CLI to parse HTML-formatted fields from Azure DevOps work items and convert them into structured data for easier downstream processing and analysis.

What do I need to fetch and update Azure DevOps work items via az boards?▼

To use az boards for work item management, you must have the Azure CLI installed, add the azure-devops extension, and authenticate your account to execute fetch, update, and query operations.

How do I create a task under a Product Backlog Item or Bug in Azure DevOps?▼

Creating tasks under PBIs or Bugs in Azure DevOps is supported by the az boards CLI, which provides a consistent interface for end-to-end work item operations including creation and updates.

How do I run WIQL queries to find Azure DevOps work items in a sprint?▼

Using the az boards CLI to manage work items reduces manual copy-paste and context switching by providing a consistent command-line interface for querying and updating Azure DevOps data.

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