ci-watch

Monitor GitHub Actions CI run status for the current branch.

Updated Feb 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wilsto/claude-code-starter-kit --skill ci-watch-wilsto
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Skill: ci-watch
Source: https://github.com/wilsto/claude-code-starter-kit/tree/main/.claude/skills/ci-watch
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wilsto/claude-code-starter-kit --skill ci-watch-wilsto

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides real-time status updates on your GitHub Actions CI builds, ensuring you know if your code changes have passed or failed automated checks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Real-time CI Status: Checks the status of the latest GitHub Actions run for the current branch.
  • Clear Reporting: Reports whether the CI is green (success), red (failure), in progress, or queued.
  • Failure Details: Provides a URL to the failed run and suggests commands to view specific failing steps.
  • Loop Integration: Can be set to run automatically at intervals (e.g., every 2 minutes) after a git push.

Quick Start

Check the current CI status for the active branch.

Frequently Asked Questions about ci-watch

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check the status of GitHub Actions CI runs for my current branch?

To check the status of GitHub Actions CI runs, use this Skill to monitor the active branch and report whether the build is successful, failing, in progress, or queued. It provides clear, actionable status updates.

How can I continuously monitor CI build status automatically after a git push?

To continuously monitor CI build status after a git push, this Skill integrates with looping mechanisms to run automatically at specified intervals, such as every two minutes, providing real-time feedback on your GitHub Actions run.

Do I need the gh CLI installed to monitor GitHub Actions CI status?

Yes, you need the gh CLI installed and configured, as this Skill depends on it to query GitHub Actions CI status and retrieve detailed run information for the current branch.

How do I get details and logs for a failed GitHub Actions CI run?

To get details for a failed GitHub Actions CI run, this Skill provides a direct URL to the failed run and suggests specific commands to view the failing steps, helping you quickly diagnose build failures.

What is the best way to integrate continuous integration feedback loops into my workflow?

The best way to integrate continuous integration feedback loops is by using this Skill to report GitHub Actions CI status and links to run logs, which can be set to run automatically at intervals after pushing code.