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dependabot-merge

Categorize and atomically merge Dependabot PRs based on CI validation.

Updated Feb 25, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#rebase#ci#git-worktree#dependabot#pr-automation#atomic-merge
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tigredonorte/claude-plugin-work --skill dependabot-merge
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dependabot-merge
Source: https://github.com/tigredonorte/claude-plugin-work/tree/main/skills/dependabot-merge
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tigredonorte/claude-plugin-work --skill dependabot-merge

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Analyze and orchestrate Dependabot PRs with automated categorization and atomic merging based on CI validation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dedicated worktrees for isolated Dependabot tasks
  • PR categorization into SAFE, GROUPED, NEEDS WORK, UNSAFE
  • Atomic merging of grouped updates
  • CI status checks and auto-merge workflows
  • Rebase management, conflicts handling, and rollback strategies
  • Post-merge verification and cleanup

Quick Start

Merge Dependabot PRs safely by creating a dedicated worktree, listing and categorizing PRs, and beginning safe merges using the workflow steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about dependabot-merge

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

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How do I automatically merge Dependabot PRs only after CI validation passes?▼

Automated Dependabot PR merging uses CI status checks to trigger auto-merge workflows, ensuring that updates are only merged when CI validation passes successfully. This prevents broken dependencies from entering your main branch.

What is the best way to handle grouped Dependabot updates and atomic merging?▼

Grouped Dependabot updates are handled through atomic merging, which combines related PRs into a single merge operation. This ensures that multi-repo JavaScript and TypeScript projects receive coordinated dependency updates without partial merges.

How does git-worktree isolation work for Dependabot PR automation?▼

Git-worktree isolation creates dedicated working directories for Dependabot tasks, preventing conflicts with your local development environment. This allows safe PR categorization and merging operations without interfering with ongoing work.

Can I categorize Dependabot PRs into safe and unsafe groups before merging?▼

Dependabot PRs are categorized into SAFE, GROUPED, NEEDS WORK, and UNSAFE classifications based on their CI status and conflict state. This allows you to quickly identify which PRs are ready for automatic merging and which require manual intervention.

Does this Dependabot merge workflow support rebase management and rollback strategies?▼

Rebase management and rollback strategies are supported, allowing you to handle conflicts and revert failed merges. Post-merge verification and cleanup workflows ensure that your multi-repo projects maintain stability after dependency updates.

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