gh-project-setup

Create and configure GitHub Projects with template-driven fields and repo links.

4|Updated Jan 29, 2026
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Skill: gh-project-setup
Source: https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe/tree/main/skills/gh-project-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe --skill gh-project-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Creating and maintaining GitHub Projects across repositories is repetitive and error-prone. This Skill automates project creation, linking of repos, and template-driven field configuration to enforce consistent governance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create GitHub Projects from a selected template (kanban, bug-tracker, feature-development, roadmap, release-planning, research).
  • Automatically configure fields, enforce overrides, and link one or more repositories for joined workflows.
  • Support both single-repo setups and multi-repo scopes with governance prompts for chartering.

Quick Start

Create a new GitHub Project and apply a chosen template to configure fields and repository links.

Frequently Asked Questions about gh-project-setup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate GitHub Project creation with predefined templates?

Automating GitHub Project creation involves using template definitions to generate a .github/project-config.json file, which automatically configures fields and links repositories. This enforces consistent governance across single or multi-repo scopes without manual setup.

What GitHub CLI authentication is needed to set up GitHub Projects automatically?

Setting up GitHub Projects requires the GitHub CLI (gh) with project scope authentication. You also need jq installed to parse JSON outputs, ensuring the automation can create projects, apply templates, and link repositories successfully.

Can I apply a Kanban or Bug Tracker template across multiple repositories?

Yes, you can apply templates like Kanban, Bug Tracker, or Feature Development across multiple repositories. The configuration supports multi-repo scopes with governance prompts for chartering, automatically linking repositories for joined workflows.

What is the best way to standardize GitHub Project fields for a Feature Development workflow?

Standardizing fields for Feature Development is best handled by applying a context-aware template during project creation. The template automatically sets up required fields and overrides, ensuring consistent tracking across all linked repositories.

Does GitHub Projects automation support Roadmap and Release Planning templates?

GitHub Projects automation supports Roadmap, Release Planning, and Research templates alongside Kanban, Bug Tracker, and Feature Development. Each template triggers automatic field setup and repository linking based on your defined configuration.

Why use automated GitHub Project configuration instead of manual setup?

Automated GitHub Project configuration prevents the repetitive and error-prone nature of manual setup. By reading template definitions to generate project-config.json, it enforces consistent governance and automatically links repositories for joined workflows.