azure-devops-queries

Query Azure DevOps work items using WIQL for project status and resource management.

47|10|Updated Feb 22, 2026

Search Tags:#devops #sprint planning #azure devops #work items #wiql #querying

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npx skills add https://github.com/gonzalezpazmonica/pm-workspace --skill azure-devops-queries

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Skill: azure-devops-queries
Source: https://github.com/gonzalezpazmonica/pm-workspace/tree/main/.claude/skills/azure-devops-queries
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gonzalezpazmonica/pm-workspace --skill azure-devops-queries

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides the ability to query Azure DevOps for critical project information, enabling users to understand project status, identify blockers, and manage resources effectively.

Core Features & Use Cases

Work Item Querying: Retrieve specific work items (PBIs, Tasks, Bugs) based on various criteria using WIQL.
Sprint & Capacity Analysis: Fetch data related to sprints, team capacity, and individual workloads.
Use Case: A Product Manager needs to quickly identify all 'Blocked' tasks within the current sprint to address impediments during a daily stand-up.

Quick Start

Use the azure-devops-queries skill to find all active bugs with high severity in the current sprint.

Frequently Asked Questions about azure-devops-queries

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

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How do I query Azure DevOps work items using WIQL?▼

You can query Azure DevOps work items using Work Item Query Language (WIQL) to retrieve specific PBIs, tasks, and bugs filtered by iteration path, state, and severity. This approach fetches project data via Azure CLI and REST APIs.

Can I fetch sprint capacity and team workload data from Azure DevOps?▼

Yes, you can fetch sprint capacity and team workload data from Azure DevOps. The querying process retrieves sprint-specific data to help you manage resources and understand individual workloads effectively.

What's the best way to find blocked tasks in an Azure DevOps sprint?▼

The best way to find blocked tasks in an Azure DevOps sprint is by executing a WIQL query filtered by the current iteration path and a 'Blocked' state. This retrieves specific work items to address impediments during daily stand-ups.

How do I retrieve active bugs with high severity for the current iteration?▼

To retrieve active bugs with high severity for the current iteration, you query Azure DevOps work items using WIQL. You filter the results by iteration path, active state, and high severity to identify critical issues quickly.

Do I need Azure CLI to retrieve Azure DevOps project insights?▼

Yes, you need Azure CLI integration to retrieve Azure DevOps project insights. The querying mechanism relies on Azure CLI and REST APIs to fetch and analyze work item data for project status and resource management.

What project management data can I filter using Azure DevOps queries?▼

Using Azure DevOps queries, you can filter project management data by iteration path, work item state, and bug severity. This allows you to retrieve specific PBIs, tasks, and bugs for targeted project status analysis.