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github-issues

Create, update, and query GitHub issues using MCP tools and the GitHub CLI.

Updated Mar 6, 2026
Search Tags:#project management#developer tools#task management#github#issues#bug tracking
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bryandrenner/ai-agent-configs --skill github-issues-bryandrenner
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-issues
Source: https://github.com/bryandrenner/ai-agent-configs/tree/main/general/copilot/skills/github-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bryandrenner/ai-agent-configs --skill github-issues-bryandrenner

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of creating, updating, and managing GitHub issues, reducing the manual effort required for bug tracking and feature requests.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue Creation: Create bug reports, feature requests, and tasks with detailed descriptions and metadata.
  • Issue Management: Update existing issues, add labels, assignees, and milestones.
  • Use Case: When a user reports a bug, this Skill can automatically create a new GitHub issue, assign it the 'Bug' type, add relevant labels, and include a detailed description based on the user's report.

Quick Start

Use the github-issues skill to create a new bug report titled "Login button is unresponsive" for the repository "my-org/my-repo".

Frequently Asked Questions about github-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically create GitHub issues from bug reports?▼

You can automatically create GitHub issues by passing the bug report details to this Skill, which uses the GitHub CLI to generate an issue with the 'Bug' type, relevant labels, assignees, and a detailed description.

Can I update GitHub issue labels, assignees, and milestones in bulk?▼

Yes, you can update existing GitHub issues by modifying their fields, states, labels, assignees, and milestones using MCP tools and the GitHub CLI integrated into the Skill.

What do I need to manage GitHub issues with this Skill?▼

To manage GitHub issues, you need the GitHub CLI installed and an MCP server configured, as these are required dependencies for the Skill to execute operations.

How do I query existing GitHub issues for project management?▼

You can query existing GitHub issues by using the Skill's supported MCP tools, allowing you to retrieve and filter issue data directly from your specified repository for task management.

What's the best way to track feature requests in GitHub?▼

Tracking feature requests in GitHub is streamlined by creating detailed issues with specific types and metadata, reducing manual effort for developer tools and project management.

Does this Skill work without the GitHub CLI?▼

No, the GitHub CLI is a required dependency for this Skill to perform operations such as creating, updating, and querying issues through the MCP server.

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