dedupe-issue

Detect duplicate GitHub issues by comparing titles and descriptions.

144|16|Updated May 3, 2026

Search Tags:#github #github actions #issue management #duplicate detection #triage

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npx skills add https://github.com/Terry-Mao/AICodingFlow --skill dedupe-issue-terry-mao

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Skill: dedupe-issue
Source: https://github.com/Terry-Mao/AICodingFlow/tree/main/.github/skills/dedupe-issue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Terry-Mao/AICodingFlow --skill dedupe-issue-terry-mao

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps in identifying duplicate GitHub issues by comparing titles and descriptions against candidates provided by the workflow, reducing time spent on duplicate handling.

Core Features & Use Cases

Duplicate Issue Detection: Analyzes incoming issue titles and descriptions against candidate issues to identify likely duplicates.
Workflow Integration: Invoked by the GitHub triage workflow for efficient issue triage.
Use Case: For a repository managing support tickets, automatically identify and flag issues that appear to be duplicates, streamlining the review process.

Quick Start

Run the dedupe-issue skill to check for duplicates when a new issue is reported.

Frequently Asked Questions about dedupe-issue

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

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How do I detect duplicate GitHub issues automatically?▼

You can detect duplicate GitHub issues by running similarity analysis on issue titles and descriptions against existing candidate issues. This skill compares text data within your GitHub workflow to flag likely duplicates for efficient triage.

How does similarity analysis work for GitHub issue triage?▼

Similarity analysis for GitHub issue triage works by comparing the text of incoming issue titles and descriptions against a provided list of candidate issues. It identifies matching patterns to streamline the review process.

Can I use this duplicate detection skill with my existing GitHub Actions workflow?▼

Yes, you can use this skill with your existing GitHub Actions workflow. It is designed to be invoked by your GitHub triage workflow to automatically check for duplicates when a new issue is reported.

What is the best way to manage duplicate support tickets on GitHub?▼

The best way to manage support tickets on GitHub is to automate triage with similarity analysis. This skill identifies and flags issues with matching titles and descriptions, reducing manual review time.

What candidate issue data do I need to provide for duplicate issue detection?▼

You need to provide candidate issue data containing existing titles and descriptions for comparison. The skill requires access to this data through your workflow to accurately identify and flag duplicate issues.