github-issues

Create, update, fetch, and search GitHub issues via MCP tools.

Updated Jan 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sandeepmvn/githubmdfiles --skill github-issues-sandeepmvn
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-issues
Source: https://github.com/sandeepmvn/githubmdfiles/tree/main/VSContributed/skills/github-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sandeepmvn/githubmdfiles --skill github-issues-sandeepmvn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the creation, updating, and management of GitHub issues, reducing the manual overhead associated with bug tracking, feature requests, and task management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue Creation: Create new issues with detailed descriptions, labels, assignees, and milestones.
  • Issue Updates: Modify existing issues, including title, body, state, labels, assignees, and milestones.
  • Issue Management: Search and list issues within a repository.
  • Use Case: A developer needs to report a bug found during testing. They can use this Skill to quickly create a new bug report in the project's GitHub repository, including steps to reproduce and relevant labels.

Quick Start

Use the github-issues skill to create a new issue titled "Fix login bug" in the 'my-repo' repository owned by 'my-org'.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create GitHub issues with custom labels and assignees?

To create GitHub issues, you define the title, body, labels, assignees, and milestones. This skill uses MCP tools to generate detailed bug reports or feature requests directly in your repository.

Can I update existing GitHub issues using MCP tools?

Yes, you can update existing GitHub issues by modifying their title, body, state, labels, assignees, and milestones. This allows for efficient task management and bug tracking throughout the development workflow.

Do I need the modelcontextprotocol server-github to manage issues?

Yes, managing GitHub issues requires the @modelcontextprotocol/server-github dependency for deterministic task execution. This ensures reliable creation, updating, and searching of issues within your repositories.

What is the best way to search and list bug tracking issues in a repository?

The best way to search and list bug tracking issues is by using this skill's MCP tools to fetch and query issues within a specific GitHub repository. You can filter by labels, assignees, and milestones to streamline task management.

How does GitHub issue management work for feature requests and bug reports?

GitHub issue management works by using MCP tools to create, update, and search issues with defined titles, bodies, and labels. This reduces manual overhead for tracking feature requests and bug reports during development.

Can I assign milestones to GitHub issues for better task management?

Yes, you can assign milestones to GitHub issues when creating or updating them. This skill supports defining milestones, labels, and assignees to organize development workflows and track progress efficiently.