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claim-ticket

Automates GitHub issue claiming and prepares fix-ready project context.

Updated Feb 27, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#context#github#issue#pr#claim
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/awais786/opensource-issues --skill claim-ticket
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: claim-ticket
Source: https://github.com/awais786/opensource-issues/tree/main/.claude/skills/dev/claim-ticket
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/awais786/opensource-issues --skill claim-ticket

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates the process of developers claiming GitHub issues and preparing essential context for a fix.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Parse issue refs from messages and determine the correct repository and issue number.
  • Read issue details (title, body, comments), current assignees, and linked PRs to assess conflicts.
  • Post a claim comment and set an assignee if permitted, then load repository context (CONTRIBUTING.md, relevant files) to prepare for the fix.
  • Use cases include a developer wanting to pick up an issue; teams reassigning issues; automation handles context loading and PR prep.

Quick Start

Say claim #123 on <org>/<repo> to claim the issue and load its context.

Frequently Asked Questions about claim-ticket

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I claim a GitHub issue and prepare context for a fix?▼

This Skill checks for existing assignees and linked PRs to identify conflicts before you claim a GitHub issue. It verifies current ownership status and prevents overlapping work by reviewing linked pull requests.

How do I assign myself to a GitHub issue across different repositories?▼

This Skill automates claiming GitHub issues by parsing issue references, reading issue data via the GitHub API, posting claim comments, setting assignees, and reading CONTRIBUTING.md to assemble ready-to-work context.

What is the process to load repository context before fixing an issue?▼

Loading repository context before fixing an issue involves reading the CONTRIBUTING.md file and relevant repository files after claiming the issue. This assembles a ready-to-work context that guides the development of the fix.

Does claiming GitHub issues automatically check for existing pull requests?▼

Yes, claiming GitHub issues automatically checks for existing PRs and current assignees to assess conflicts. It reads linked PRs via the GitHub API to ensure no overlapping work exists before you take ownership.

How do I parse issue references from messages to claim them on GitHub?▼

Parsing issue references from messages extracts the correct repository name and issue number from your text input. This parsed reference is then used to read issue details and post a claim comment via the GitHub API.

What limitations exist when automating GitHub issue claims and setting assignees?▼

Automating GitHub issue claims requires permission to set an assignee; if not permitted, it only posts a claim comment. It also depends on GitHub API access to read issue data and check for conflicting PRs.

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