build-status

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

Updated Jan 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mcncl/skill-buildkite --skill build-status
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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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.