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github-issues

Create, label, assign, comment, and close GitHub issues via gh CLI or REST API.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#github#issues#triage#labels#rest-api#gh-cli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AVOI-CEO/avoi-agent --skill github-issues-avoi-ceo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-issues
Source: https://github.com/AVOI-CEO/avoi-agent/tree/main/skills/github/github-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AVOI-CEO/avoi-agent --skill github-issues-avoi-ceo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

GitHub issues can become noisy and hard to triage; this Skill provides streamlined commands to create, label, assign, comment, and close issues using gh CLI or REST API, improving workflow efficiency.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create, view, and list issues across repositories with both gh and REST API fallbacks.
  • Add labels, assign people, and reference related PRs to keep work linked and visible.
  • Quick triage and maintenance workflows for new bug reports, feature requests, and backlog grooming.

Quick Start

Create a new issue with a descriptive title and body using gh issue create.

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 lifecycle management?▼

Automate GitHub issue triage by creating, labeling, assigning, commenting, and closing tasks via gh CLI or REST API. This streamlines workflows by enabling rapid backlog grooming and progression from bug report to resolution.

What's the best way to create and label GitHub issues in bulk?▼

Create and label GitHub issues using streamlined gh CLI commands or REST API fallbacks. You can add labels, assign people, and reference related PRs to keep work linked and visible across repositories.

Can I use gh CLI for GitHub issue tracking instead of the REST API?▼

Yes, you can use gh CLI for GitHub issue tracking with REST API fallbacks. Both methods support creating, viewing, listing, labeling, and closing issues, ensuring flexibility across different software projects.

Does this GitHub issue automation work for backlog grooming and feature requests?▼

Yes, GitHub issue automation supports quick triage and maintenance workflows for new bug reports, feature requests, and backlog grooming. It guides interactions to rapidly triage, label, and progress tasks to resolution.

How do I link GitHub issues to pull requests for traceability?▼

Link GitHub issues to pull requests by referencing related PRs directly within the issue workflow. This ensures tasks remain connected and visible throughout the lifecycle from creation to closure.

What are the limitations of using gh CLI vs REST API for GitHub issues?▼

The Skill implements both gh CLI and REST API endpoints for issue management with no strict limitations noted. Using gh CLI provides streamlined local commands, while REST API fallbacks ensure functionality across varied environments.

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