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github-code-search

Searches GitHub repositories for code via the GitHub API.

1|Updated Feb 25, 2026
Search Tags:#developer tools#github#code search#repository#programming
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/winsorllc/upgraded-carnival --skill github-code-search-winsorllc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-code-search
Source: https://github.com/winsorllc/upgraded-carnival/tree/main/.pi/skills/github-code-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/winsorllc/upgraded-carnival --skill github-code-search-winsorllc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to search for code within GitHub repositories.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search for specific code snippets or files across GitHub.
  • Find relevant code examples for a given task or library.
  • Identify the usage of certain functions or patterns in open-source projects.

Quick Start

Search GitHub for the python function 'requests.get'.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-code-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for code across GitHub repositories?▼

To search for code across GitHub repositories, you provide a query and the Skill uses the GitHub API to perform indexed searches, returning matching snippets and files from open-source projects.

Can I find code examples for a specific programming library on GitHub?▼

You can find relevant code examples for a specific programming library by querying the function or pattern names, allowing you to facilitate code discovery across indexed open-source projects.

What is the best way to identify usage patterns of functions in open-source projects?▼

The best way to identify usage patterns of functions in open-source projects is to search GitHub code, which scans repositories to locate specific code snippets and show how patterns are implemented.

Do I need GitHub API access to search for code snippets in repositories?▼

Yes, you need GitHub API access to search for code snippets, as the Skill requires this connection to perform indexed code searches and retrieve results from repositories.

Why does GitHub code search return limited results for my repository query?▼

GitHub code search results depend on the indexed state of repositories, so limitations in the GitHub API's coverage or query syntax may restrict the code snippets returned for your search.

Does the github-code-search Skill work with specific programming languages?▼

The Skill searches for code across GitHub repositories based on your query, so it works with any programming language indexed by the GitHub API, from Python to JavaScript.

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