github

Sync GitHub authentication state and account data via the gh CLI.

Updated Dec 15, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #monitoring #github #notifications #gh #read-only #auth-status

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/bentossell/bentos --skill github-bentossell

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Skill: github
Source: https://github.com/bentossell/bentos/tree/main/internal/assets/pos/skills/github
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bentossell/bentos --skill github-bentossell

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

GitHub surface for syncing authentication and account state in read-only mode via the gh CLI.

Core Features & Use Cases

Read-only authentication and account status via gh api and gh auth status.
Surface notifications from GitHub to support quick triage and monitoring.
Track and surface PRs and issues from configured repositories for downstream workflows.

Quick Start

Run the skill to fetch the latest GitHub auth status and notifications using gh.

Frequently Asked Questions about github

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I monitor GitHub notifications across multiple repositories in read-only mode?▼

To monitor GitHub notifications in read-only mode, you can sync account data and authentication state using the gh CLI. This surfaces recent activity across configured repositories without making any mutations.

Do I need the gh CLI installed to sync GitHub auth status?▼

Yes, you need the gh CLI installed and access to GitHub to sync GitHub auth status. The Skill uses gh api and gh auth status commands to fetch your current authentication state and account data.

What limits can I configure for tracking GitHub notifications and repository items?▼

You can configure frontmatter limits including max_notifications, max_items, and tracked_repo_limit to govern data volume when tracking GitHub notifications and repository items for downstream workflows.

Can I track and surface GitHub PRs and issues without modifying them?▼

Yes, you can track and surface GitHub PRs and issues without modifying them by applying read-only monitoring. This approach fetches recent activity from configured repositories for triage without performing mutations.

What is the best way to surface recent GitHub activity across multiple accounts?▼

The best way to surface recent GitHub activity across multiple accounts is using read-only synchronization via the gh CLI. This method gathers notifications and account state to support quick triage and monitoring.