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explain-pr

Analyze GitHub pull request metadata and diffs to summarize problem backgrounds and technical solutions.

1|Updated Jun 25, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#code review#documentation#pull request#github
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dyoshikawa/webseek --skill explain-pr
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: explain-pr
Source: https://github.com/dyoshikawa/webseek/tree/main/.rulesync/skills/explain-pr
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dyoshikawa/webseek --skill explain-pr

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the cognitive load of reviewing complex pull requests by automatically synthesizing the background problem and the proposed technical solution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Contextual Analysis: Automatically retrieves PR descriptions and diffs to provide a high-level summary.
  • Strategic Insight: Identifies the motivation behind changes and the design decisions made by the author.
  • Use Case: Use this when you are assigned a large PR and need to quickly understand why the changes were made and how they address the underlying issue before diving into the code.

Quick Start

Ask the explain-pr skill to summarize the changes and motivation for the pull request with the number 123.

Frequently Asked Questions about explain-pr

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a summary of a GitHub pull request to speed up code review?▼

To generate a pull request summary, use automation tools that analyze GitHub PR metadata and diffs to synthesize the problem background and technical solution. This accelerates code review by helping reviewers quickly grasp the motivation and design decisions before diving into the code.

What is the best way to understand the motivation behind complex pull request changes?▼

Understanding the motivation behind complex pull request changes involves analyzing the PR description and code diff together. Automated summarization tools identify the underlying issue being addressed and the specific design decisions made by the author to resolve it.

Do I need the GitHub CLI installed to automatically analyze pull request diffs?▼

Yes, you need the GitHub CLI (gh) installed and authenticated in your environment to automatically fetch repository data for pull request analysis. The CLI provides the necessary access to retrieve PR metadata and diffs for generating summaries.

How do I quickly decode the technical impact of a large pull request before reviewing the code?▼

To quickly decode the technical impact of a large pull request, you can use tools that provide contextual analysis of the PR metadata and diffs. These tools offer strategic insights into the problem background and the proposed technical solution, reducing cognitive load during review.

Can I automate documentation for code review intent using GitHub pull request metadata?▼

Yes, you can automate documentation for code review intent by using tools that analyze GitHub pull request metadata. These tools synthesize the background problem and the proposed technical solution, generating concise summaries that accelerate team communication and the review process.

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