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github-issues

Manage GitHub issues via gh or the REST API.

Updated May 14, 2026
Search Tags:#github#issues#gh#triage#labels#rest-api#assignees
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SethyPagna/Secretary-Jarvis --skill github-issues-sethypagna
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-issues
Source: https://github.com/SethyPagna/Secretary-Jarvis/tree/main/src/capabilities/skills/github/github-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SethyPagna/Secretary-Jarvis --skill github-issues-sethypagna

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the repetitive work of managing GitHub issues by helping you find, create, triage, label, assign, comment on, and close issues in a consistent way.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue discovery: Search, filter, and inspect issues by state, label, assignee, or keyword.
  • Triage and management: Add labels, assign owners, comment with updates, and close or reopen issues.
  • Workflow support: Works with gh first and REST API fallback, making it useful for bug triage, feature requests, and backlog cleanup across a repository.
  • Use Case: A maintainer can turn a stream of new reports into an organized backlog by marking duplicates, assigning ownership, and flagging priorities.

Quick Start

Use the github-issues skill to triage the open issues in the current GitHub repository and draft a concise plan for the next three actions.

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 for a repository backlog?▼

Automate GitHub issue triage by filtering open reports, applying labels, assigning owners, and adding comments. This skill streamlines backlog cleanup by organizing new issues into actionable categories like bugs or feature requests.

What's the best way to label and assign multiple GitHub issues at once?▼

Label and assign GitHub issues by filtering them based on state or keyword, then applying the desired labels and assignees. This skill manages bulk repository maintenance workflows to reduce manual issue assignment work.

Can I use the gh CLI with this skill or does it require the GitHub REST API?▼

You can use the gh CLI as the primary method, with the GitHub REST API as a fallback. This skill requires authenticated repository access to perform issue listing, creation, commenting, and closing operations.

How do I find duplicate GitHub issues in a repository?▼

Find duplicate GitHub issues by searching and filtering existing reports by state, label, assignee, or keyword. This skill helps maintainers review issue streams, mark duplicates, and flag priorities for an organized backlog.

Does managing GitHub issues via REST API require special repository permissions?▼

Managing GitHub issues via REST API requires authenticated repository access. You must have permissions for issue listing, filtering, creation, labeling, assignment, commenting, closing, and reopening to use this skill effectively.

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