code-review

Analyze GitHub pull requests and post inline code review comments.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/natecostello/agent-skills --skill code-review-natecostello
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Skill: code-review
Source: https://github.com/natecostello/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/code-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/natecostello/agent-skills --skill code-review-natecostello

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of reviewing pull requests on GitHub, providing automated analysis, inline feedback, and consistency checks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated PR Analysis: Checks pull request status, commit history, and review threads to identify unresolved issues.
  • Inline Commenting: Adds precise review comments directly on code changes to assist developers.
  • Approval Gate: Evaluates the PR for merge readiness based on predefined criteria such as no blocking issues and resolved review threads.
  • Use Case: Developer submits a PR, and this Skill automatically reviews the code, posts inline comments, and signals approval if all conditions are met, saving manual effort and enhancing quality control.

Quick Start

Invoke the skill to analyze a specific pull request by its number, and receive a comprehensive review report with inline suggestions and approval status.

Frequently Asked Questions about code-review

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate GitHub pull request reviews to check for unresolved issues?

Automate GitHub pull request reviews by analyzing the PR status, commit history, and review threads to detect unresolved issues. This process posts inline comments directly on code changes and evaluates merge readiness based on predefined criteria.

Can I automatically add inline comments to GitHub pull requests?

Yes, you can automatically add inline comments to GitHub pull requests. The automated review process targets specific code changes within the PR to provide precise feedback directly on the affected lines to assist developers.

How do I check if a GitHub pull request is ready for merge approval?

Check GitHub pull request merge readiness by evaluating the PR against an approval gate. This ensures there are no blocking issues and all existing review threads are fully resolved before signaling approval.

Do I need to install gh and jq to automate GitHub PR code reviews?

Yes, you need to install both gh and jq. The GitHub PR code review automation requires the gh command-line tool to interact with GitHub repositories and jq to parse the JSON data returned from API requests.

What is the best way to streamline GitHub pull request code evaluations?

The best way to streamline GitHub pull request code evaluations is through automated analysis that verifies compliance with coding standards, detects unresolved issues, and posts inline feedback to improve code quality and save manual effort.

Does automated code review work with existing GitHub approval workflows?

Yes, automated code review integrates with existing GitHub approval workflows. It evaluates the pull request for merge readiness based on predefined criteria, automatically signaling approval if all conditions like resolved threads and no blocking issues are met.