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github-issues

Automate GitHub issue creation, triage, labeling, and assignment via gh CLI or REST API.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#api#github#issues#triage#labels#assignees
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AlexKoncept/omnia-hub --skill github-issues-alexkoncept
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-issues
Source: https://github.com/AlexKoncept/omnia-hub/tree/main/HERMES/skills/github/github-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AlexKoncept/omnia-hub --skill github-issues-alexkoncept

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

GitHub issue management can be tedious and error-prone when creating, triaging, labeling, and assigning issues across multiple repositories. This Skill automates those repetitive tasks via gh or REST APIs, enabling faster workflows and consistent handling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create, search, triage, and manage GitHub issues using gh and REST.
  • Label, assign, and comment on issues, and perform bulk operations across multiple issues.
  • Use cases include auto-triaging new bug reports, automatically labeling issues by priority, and automatically assigning owners to unassigned issues.

Quick Start

Run the skill to automatically view, filter, and manage open issues across your repository using gh or REST.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate GitHub issue triage and labeling across multiple repositories?▼

Automate GitHub issue triage by applying bulk operations to filter, label, and assign issues across repositories. This handles repetitive triage tasks via the gh CLI or GitHub REST API to ensure consistent management.

Can I automatically assign owners to unassigned GitHub issues using gh or REST?▼

Yes, you can automatically assign owners to unassigned GitHub issues. The Skill supports bulk assignments via the gh CLI or GitHub REST API, streamlining ownership distribution for any target repository.

Do I need a GitHub token to manage issues via the REST API?▼

Yes, managing issues via the REST API requires a valid GITHUB_TOKEN for authentication. Alternatively, you can use the installed gh CLI, but either method requires proper GitHub authentication and target repository access.

What is the best way to bulk update GitHub issue labels and priorities?▼

The best way to bulk update GitHub issue labels is through automated workflows using the gh CLI or REST API. This enables consistent priority labeling and bulk operations across multiple issues simultaneously.

Does this approach to GitHub issue management work for auto-triaging new bug reports?▼

Yes, this approach works for auto-triaging new bug reports. By leveraging the gh CLI or REST API, the workflow automatically searches, views, and updates incoming issues to apply appropriate labels and assignments.

Why automate GitHub issue creation instead of using the web interface?▼

Automating GitHub issue creation via gh or REST APIs eliminates tedious manual entry and reduces errors across multiple repositories. It enables faster workflows and consistent handling of repetitive issue management tasks.

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