github-bug-report-triage

Evaluate GitHub bug reports for actionability and missing information.

Updated Mar 17, 2026

Search Tags:#feedback #github #triage #reproduction #actionability #bug-report #issue-template

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npx skills add https://github.com/jaypatrick/skills --skill github-bug-report-triage-jaypatrick

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Skill: github-bug-report-triage
Source: https://github.com/jaypatrick/skills/tree/main/github-bug-report-triage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaypatrick/skills --skill github-bug-report-triage-jaypatrick

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Triage GitHub bug reports for actionability by evaluating completeness of the reporter's details and identifying missing information to determine if a bug is actionable.

Core Features & Use Cases

Template discovery: locate standard issue templates across repositories and fall back to a provided reference when templates are missing.
Issue evaluation: assess clarity, reproduction steps, and impact to determine readiness for triage.
Feedback generation: provide concrete guidance on missing details and next steps to reporters.
Use Case: when you receive a noisy bug report, run the triage workflow to decide if it's actionable or requires more information.

Quick Start

Begin by feeding a GitHub issue and let the triage workflow assess actionability and missing details.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-bug-report-triage

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

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How do I triage GitHub bug reports for actionability?▼

The triage workflow evaluates report completeness by discovering issue templates, assessing description clarity, and checking reproduction feasibility to determine if a bug report is actionable or requires more information.

What makes a GitHub bug report actionable?▼

An actionable bug report provides clear descriptions, feasible reproduction steps, and sufficient impact details, allowing the triage workflow to determine readiness without flagging missing information.

How do I identify missing information in a noisy GitHub issue?▼

Identify missing information by evaluating the issue against standard templates and checking for clear reproduction steps, generating concrete feedback to guide reporters on required details.

Can I triage GitHub issues if the repository lacks an issue template?▼

Yes, the triage workflow can fall back to a provided reference when standard issue templates are missing, allowing you to evaluate description clarity and reproduction feasibility regardless.

What are the limitations of automated bug report triage?▼

Automated triage relies on evaluating the reporter's provided details and cannot execute reproduction steps, meaning it can only flag missing information but cannot verify the actual bug behavior.