boards-work-item-summary

Fetch and summarize Azure DevOps work items with comments, links, and parent details.

Updated Jul 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Arupbiswas09/claude_skills --skill boards-work-item-summary
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Skill: boards-work-item-summary
Source: https://github.com/Arupbiswas09/claude_skills/tree/main/skills/boards-work-item-summary
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Arupbiswas09/claude_skills --skill boards-work-item-summary

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Efficiently summarizes and displays information from a single Azure DevOps work item, including its links, comments, and parent details.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Work Item Details: Provides a detailed summary of the selected work item.
  • Linked Items: Shows a table of linked items like parent, child, and related items.
  • Comments: Includes a section for the number of comments and an overview of the main points.

Quick Start

Provide the work item ID, and the skill will generate a summary for you.

Frequently Asked Questions about boards-work-item-summary

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize an Azure DevOps work item with comments and links?

To summarize an Azure DevOps work item, provide the work item ID. The tool fetches the item's details, parent information, comments overview, and a table of linked items.

What is the best way to view linked parent and child items in Azure DevOps?

Viewing linked parent and child items requires fetching the primary work item ID. The summary displays related linked items in a structured table format for quick reference.

Does the Azure DevOps work item summary include comment overviews?

Yes, the Azure DevOps work item summary includes a comments section. It provides the total number of comments and an overview of the main discussion points.

Can I batch fetch linked work items by IDs in Azure DevOps?

Yes, linked work items are batch fetched using the wit_get_work_items_batch_by_ids tool from the Azure DevOps MCP Server to retrieve related item details.

Do I need the Azure DevOps MCP Server to fetch work item summaries?

Yes, fetching work item summaries requires the Azure DevOps MCP Server. The tool specifically uses its wit_get_work_items_batch_by_ids functionality to handle linked items.