build-status

Fetch recent Buildkite builds and render a pass/fail status table.

Updated Jan 19, 2026

Search Tags:#pipeline #status #buildkite #ci #build-status

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npx skills add https://github.com/mcncl/skill-buildkite --skill build-status

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Skill: build-status
Source: https://github.com/mcncl/skill-buildkite/tree/main/skills/build-status
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mcncl/skill-buildkite --skill build-status

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Quickly verify pipeline health by surfacing the most recent Buildkite builds with clear pass/fail visibility, enabling faster debugging and decision-making.

Core Features & Use Cases

List recent builds for a pipeline with optional filters (branch, limit).
Retrieve detailed information for a specific build or the pipeline configuration with get_build and get_pipeline.
Render a concise, scannable status table suitable for dashboards and quick health checks.

Quick Start

Ask to show the latest builds for a specific pipeline to receive a concise pass/fail status summary.

Frequently Asked Questions about build-status

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I check Buildkite pipeline status for recent builds?▼

To check Buildkite pipeline status, the Skill fetches recent builds using list_builds and get_pipeline, then renders a concise pass/fail summary table for quick visibility. This allows you to monitor pipeline health and branch-specific activity.

Can I filter Buildkite builds by branch when checking CI status?▼

Yes, you can filter Buildkite builds by branch when checking CI status. The Skill supports optional filters for branch and limit, querying the list_builds MCP tool to retrieve branch-specific pipeline health data.

What is the best way to get a quick summary of recent Buildkite build failures?▼

The best way to get a quick summary of Buildkite build failures is to request the latest builds for a pipeline. The Skill uses the get_build and list_builds MCP tools to fetch data and render a scannable status table highlighting pass/fail results.

Does this Buildkite status tool require any external dependencies or components?▼

No, this Buildkite status tool does not require external dependencies or components. It operates directly by leveraging the list_builds, get_build, and get_pipeline MCP tools to fetch pipeline data and render the status output.

How do I retrieve detailed configuration for a specific Buildkite pipeline?▼

To retrieve detailed configuration for a specific Buildkite pipeline, the Skill uses the get_pipeline MCP tool. This fetches the pipeline-level configuration data, complementing the recent build status summaries provided by list_builds.