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github-cli

Inspect GitHub repositories, issues, and pull requests using read-only gh CLI commands.

9|1|Updated Jan 27, 2026
Search Tags:#github#search#issues#repositories#read-only#pull-requests#gh-cli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ControlNet/oma-dotfile --skill github-cli-controlnet
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-cli
Source: https://github.com/ControlNet/oma-dotfile/tree/main/skills/github-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ControlNet/oma-dotfile --skill github-cli-controlnet

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Safely inspect GitHub data using the gh CLI without risking changes to repositories, issues, or workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read-only browsing and querying of repos, issues, pull requests, releases, actions, and other GitHub data.
  • Quick status checks, views, and searches with structured outputs suitable for automation.
  • Use Case: Quickly review open PRs across a project and summarize checks and statuses with links.

Quick Start

Run read-only gh commands to list and view repository data and inspect issues, PRs, and releases without making changes.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-cli

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I safely inspect GitHub repositories and pull requests without making changes?▼

You can safely inspect GitHub repositories by using the gh CLI in a strictly read-only mode. It enforces GET, list, and view commands to browse pull requests, issues, and workflows without risking any write actions.

Do I need a GitHub personal access token to query issues and releases via gh CLI?▼

Yes, querying issues and releases requires a GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN. The tool performs authentication checks using gh auth status to validate access before returning any GitHub data.

Can I use gh CLI to search across organizations and view workflow statuses?▼

Yes, you can search across organizations and personal accounts to view workflow statuses. The read-only gh commands support browsing workflows, releases, and repository data for both personal and organizational scopes.

What is the best way to summarize open PRs and checks with structured outputs?▼

The best way to summarize open PRs is by running read-only gh commands to list and view repository data. This provides structured outputs with links, allowing you to quickly review checks and statuses across a project.

Are there limitations when using read-only gh commands for GitHub actions?▼

The primary limitation is the strict enforcement of read-only operations, meaning you cannot trigger or modify GitHub actions. It only supports viewing actions and workflows, preventing any write actions to your repositories.

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