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branch:create

Create Git branches from GitHub or Linear issue identifiers.

5|3|Updated May 19, 2026
Search Tags:#git#github#issue tracking#linear#branch creation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/awinogradov/code-assistants --skill branch-create-awinogradov
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: branch:create
Source: https://github.com/awinogradov/code-assistants/tree/main/claude-plugins/autopilot/skills/branch%3Acreate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/awinogradov/code-assistants --skill branch-create-awinogradov

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires gh, git, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of creating and managing Git branches, reducing the manual effort and improving consistency by integrating with GitHub or Linear issue tracking systems.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Branch Creation: Automatically create branches that follow repository naming conventions, based on GitHub or Linear issue identifiers.
  • Special Branches: Supports hotfix, trivial, maintenance, proposal, and security branches without issues.
  • Integration: Integrates with GitHub and Linear issue tracking systems to fetch issue details and generate branch names.
  • Use Case: When you need to create a branch for a new feature or hotfix, this skill can generate the branch name and open the branch with one command.

Quick Start

Create a branch for issue #123 with the description "fix a bug in the user interface".

Frequently Asked Questions about branch:create

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate git branch creation from a GitHub or Linear issue?▼

Automating git branch creation from a GitHub or Linear issue requires fetching issue identifiers and generating branch names that follow repository naming conventions. This skill integrates with both platforms to execute this process automatically.

Can I create a hotfix branch without an associated issue tracker ticket?▼

Yes, you can create branches without issues. This skill supports special branch types including hotfix, trivial, maintenance, proposal, and security, allowing you to generate standardized branch names without a GitHub or Linear ticket.

Do I need the GitHub CLI and git installed to create branches with Linear integration?▼

Yes, you need both the gh tool and git installed. These dependencies are required to interact with the repository and facilitate the automated branch creation process using GitHub or Linear issue tracking systems.

What is the best way to standardize git branch naming conventions across a development team?▼

Standardizing git branch naming conventions is best achieved by automating name generation based on issue identifiers. This skill fetches details from GitHub or Linear to ensure every branch name consistently follows predefined repository rules.

Does this branch creation tool work with both GitHub and Linear issue tracking systems?▼

Yes, the branch creation tool works with both GitHub and Linear. It integrates directly with these issue tracking systems to fetch issue details and generate appropriately named git branches based on the retrieved data.

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