ghs-backlog-score

Calculate a repository health score from existing backlog items.

2|Updated Feb 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Atypical-Consulting/GitHubSkills --skill ghs-backlog-score
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: ghs-backlog-score
Source: https://github.com/Atypical-Consulting/GitHubSkills/tree/main/.claude/skills/ghs-backlog-score
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Atypical-Consulting/GitHubSkills --skill ghs-backlog-score

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a quick and easy way to understand the health and quality of your GitHub repository by calculating a score based on its backlog items.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Repository Health Score: Get an immediate, numerical score representing your repository's adherence to best practices.
  • Tier Breakdown: See how your repository performs across different tiers of importance (Required, Recommended, Nice to Have).
  • Use Case: After running a scan, you want to quickly see how your repository is doing without diving into every single issue. You ask, "What's my repo's health score?"

Quick Start

Ask for the health score of your repository by saying "show score for my repo".

Frequently Asked Questions about ghs-backlog-score

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check my GitHub repository health score based on backlog items?

To check your GitHub repository health score, this Skill calculates a numerical score based on existing backlog items. Simply ask it to show the score for your repo to get immediate results analyzing quality against best practices.

What is a repository health score and how does it work?

A repository health score is a numerical value representing your repository's adherence to best practices. It works by analyzing existing backlog items to generate a scored report with tier breakdowns and progress summaries.

Do I need to run a repository scan before calculating the backlog health score?

Yes, you need to run a prior repository scan before calculating the backlog health score. Generating backlog data beforehand is a strict requirement for the Skill to analyze your repository quality and provide a score.

What tier breakdowns are included in the repository health score report?

The repository health score report includes tier breakdowns for Required, Recommended, and Nice to Have categories. These tiers show how your repository performs across different levels of importance and best practices.

Why does my repository health score calculation fail to show results?

Your repository health score calculation fails to show results if there is no existing backlog data. You must execute a prior repository scan to generate the backlog items required for analyzing quality and calculating the score.