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GitHub Activity

Generate summaries of GitHub repository activity using Git and GitHub CLI commands.

1|1|Updated Feb 21, 2026
Search Tags:#github#commits#pull requests#issues#releases#activity
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dtsong/claude-code-windows-setup --skill github-activity-dtsong
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: GitHub Activity
Source: https://github.com/dtsong/claude-code-windows-setup/tree/main/skills/github-workflow/skills/gh-activity
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dtsong/claude-code-windows-setup --skill github-activity-dtsong

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a quick and comprehensive overview of recent activities within a GitHub repository, helping users stay informed about project progress and changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Summarize Activity: Get a consolidated view of commits, pull requests, issues, and releases.
  • Filter by Time: Analyze activity within specific periods like the last 24 hours, week, or month.
  • Filter by Author: Focus on the contributions of a particular user.
  • Use Case: A project manager can use this Skill at the start of the day to quickly understand what happened in the repository overnight, identifying key updates and potential blockers.

Quick Start

Show me the GitHub activity for the last week.

Frequently Asked Questions about GitHub Activity

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize recent GitHub repository activity for commits and pull requests?▼

To summarize recent GitHub repository activity, you can generate a consolidated timeline of commits, merged pull requests, opened issues, and new releases. This provides a quick overview of project progress and changes.

Can I filter GitHub commits and issues by a specific author or time range?▼

You can filter GitHub commits and issues by scoping the activity to specific time ranges like the last 24 hours, week, or month, or by focusing on the contributions of a particular author.

Does this GitHub activity tracker require the gh CLI to fetch repository data?▼

Yes, fetching and processing GitHub repository activity data requires both Git and the GitHub CLI (gh) dependencies to be installed and authenticated in your local environment.

What is the best way to track overnight GitHub repository changes before starting work?▼

The best way to track overnight GitHub repository changes is to request a summary of activity from the last 24 hours. This identifies key updates, merged pull requests, and potential blockers quickly.

Are there limitations when scoping GitHub releases and issues by multiple repositories?▼

The skill scopes GitHub releases and issues by repository, author, or time range. It is designed for focused summaries of specific repositories rather than aggregated cross-repository analytics.

Can I use Git commands to monitor new releases and opened issues without the GitHub CLI?▼

No, standard Git commands only track local commit history. The GitHub CLI (gh) is required alongside Git to fetch repository-level data like opened issues, merged pull requests, and new releases.

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