close-issue

Transition Jira issues to Done and comment with commit and Merge Request summaries.

2|Updated Feb 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dmzoneill/skills --skill close-issue-dmzoneill
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Skill: close-issue
Source: https://github.com/dmzoneill/skills/tree/main/close-issue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dmzoneill/skills --skill close-issue-dmzoneill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of closing Jira issues by transitioning them to a 'Done' state, while also providing a summary of related work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Jira Transitions: Moves Jira issues to the 'Done' status.
  • Commit & MR Summarization: Automatically generates a comment summarizing commits from the associated branch and links to the Merge Request.
  • Use Case: After merging a feature branch for AAP-12345, you can tell the AI to "close issue AAP-12345", and it will handle the Jira transition, add a comment with commit details, and clean up the branch.

Quick Start

Use the close-issue skill to close the Jira issue AAP-12345.

Frequently Asked Questions about close-issue

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically close a Jira issue when a Git branch is merged?

To automatically close a Jira issue when a Git branch is merged, you can use an automated workflow that transitions the issue to 'Done' and fetches commit information from GitLab. This process identifies the relevant Merge Request based on the issue key to link related work.

How do I add a summary of Git commits to a Jira issue?

Adding a summary of Git commits to a Jira issue involves integrating with Git and GitLab to fetch branch commit data and appending it as a comment. This links the associated Merge Request and transition details directly to the issue.

Can I transition a Jira issue to Done and link the GitLab Merge Request automatically?

Yes, you can transition a Jira issue to Done and link the GitLab Merge Request automatically by using a developer workflow tool that identifies the MR based on the issue key. It appends a comment summarizing the branch commits and MR details.

What is the best way to automate developer workflows for closing Jira issues?

Automating developer workflows for closing Jira issues is best achieved by integrating Git and GitLab to fetch commit details and transition the issue status. This approach ensures the Jira transition to 'Done' includes an automated comment summarizing the associated Merge Request.

Does closing a Jira issue with commit summaries require manual Git branch cleanup?

Closing a Jira issue with commit summaries handles the Jira transition and comment generation but does not explicitly mention branch cleanup. The automation focuses on transitioning the issue to 'Done' and appending the commit and Merge Request summary.