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github-issues

Create, organize, and resolve GitHub issues via CLI or REST API.

Updated May 9, 2026
Search Tags:#github#issues#repository management#triage#bug tracking#labels
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/pmcdowall/hermes-skills --skill github-issues-pmcdowall
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-issues
Source: https://github.com/pmcdowall/hermes-skills/tree/main/github/github-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pmcdowall/hermes-skills --skill github-issues-pmcdowall

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill reduces the manual effort of creating, organizing, tracking, and resolving GitHub issues by providing structured issue management workflows through GitHub CLI and REST API methods.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue Management: Create, search, view, label, assign, comment on, close, and reopen GitHub issues.
  • Issue Triage: Categorize incoming issues, apply labels, assign ownership, and add triage notes for efficient project maintenance.
  • Use Case: A development team can use this Skill to review untriaged bug reports, prioritize them, assign maintainers, and keep project tracking organized.

Quick Start

Use the github-issues skill to triage open GitHub issues, apply appropriate labels, and assign them to the right maintainers.

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 for a repository?▼

GitHub issue triage involves categorizing incoming bug reports, applying appropriate labels, and assigning ownership to maintainers. This Skill structures these workflows through GitHub CLI or REST API to keep repository tracking organized efficiently.

What's the best way to manage GitHub issues using the CLI and REST API?▼

Managing GitHub issues via CLI and REST API allows you to create, search, view, comment on, close, and reopen repository workflows. This Skill provides structured methods to execute these operations programmatically across repositories.

Do I need authenticated GitHub CLI access to manage repository issues?▼

Authenticated GitHub CLI or REST API access is required to perform issue operations across repositories. You must configure valid credentials beforehand to create, organize, and resolve repository issues using this Skill's workflows.

Can I assign and label feature requests in GitHub issue tracking?▼

GitHub issue tracking supports categorizing feature requests and bug reports by applying labels and assigning them to specific maintainers. This Skill facilitates organizing these issues for efficient project maintenance.

How does issue triage work for untriaged bug reports in GitHub?▼

Issue triage for untriaged bug reports involves reviewing open issues, prioritizing them, applying relevant labels, and assigning maintainers. This Skill streamlines the process to maintain organized repository tracking.

What are the limitations of using REST API for GitHub issue workflows?▼

Limitations of using REST API for GitHub issue workflows include dependency on authenticated access and potential API rate limits. This Skill requires valid CLI or API credentials to execute operations like creating, labeling, and closing issues.

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