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github-issues

Manage GitHub issues via gh CLI or REST API.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#project management#developer tools#github#issues#triage#bug tracking
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Aum08Desai/hermes-research-agent --skill github-issues-aum08desai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-issues
Source: https://github.com/Aum08Desai/hermes-research-agent/tree/main/skills/github/github-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Aum08Desai/hermes-research-agent --skill github-issues-aum08desai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the management of GitHub issues, allowing users to create, track, update, and close them efficiently without leaving their current environment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue Creation & Management: Create new issues with detailed descriptions, labels, and assignees.
  • Triage & Organization: Search existing issues, apply labels, and assign ownership.
  • Workflow Integration: Link issues to pull requests and automate closing via keywords.
  • Use Case: A developer needs to report a bug found during testing. They use this Skill to create a new issue, add a "bug" label, assign it to the relevant team member, and include detailed steps to reproduce.

Quick Start

Use the github-issues skill to create a new issue with the title "Fix login bug" and assign it to the user "developer_name".

Frequently Asked Questions about github-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create and assign GitHub issues from the command line?▼

You can create and assign GitHub issues by using either the `gh` CLI or `curl` with the GitHub REST API, specifying the title, description, labels, and assignees within your git repository context.

How does GitHub issue triage work with labels and assignments?▼

GitHub issue triage involves searching existing issues, applying relevant labels to categorize them, and assigning ownership to specific team members to streamline bug tracking and project management workflows.

Can I link GitHub issues to pull requests and automate closing them?▼

Yes, you can link GitHub issues to pull requests and automate closing them using specific keywords, integrating issue resolution directly into your development workflow.

Do I need the `gh` CLI to manage GitHub issues, or can I use curl?▼

You do not need the `gh` CLI; this Skill supports managing GitHub issues using either the `gh` CLI or `curl` with the GitHub REST API, operating within a git repository context or with explicit repository specification.

What is the best way to track and update bug reports in GitHub?▼

The best way to track and update bug reports in GitHub is by creating issues with detailed reproduction steps, applying bug labels, and using triage features to update and close them efficiently.

How do I comment on and update existing GitHub issues without leaving my environment?▼

You can comment on and update existing GitHub issues directly from your environment by executing commands via the `gh` CLI or `curl` with the GitHub REST API to modify issue details.

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