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Manage GitHub issues, pull requests, and workflow runs via the gh CLI.

1|Updated Feb 15, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#github#workflows#command-line#pull-requests#issue-management#gh-cli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jannolan200211-ship-it/my-cosmos-backup --skill github-jannolan200211-ship-it
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github
Source: https://github.com/jannolan200211-ship-it/my-cosmos-backup/tree/main/03%20Reference/02%20System%20Configs/skills/github
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jannolan200211-ship-it/my-cosmos-backup --skill github-jannolan200211-ship-it

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manually navigating GitHub from a browser can slow down developers. This Skill lets you perform common GitHub actions from the terminal using the gh CLI, reducing context switching and speeding up repository workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Manage issues and pull requests from the command line, including checking status and retrieving data.
  • Inspect CI statuses and workflow runs, then drill into details to diagnose failures.
  • Query GitHub data programmatically with gh api for custom insights across repositories.

Quick Start

Run gh pr checks 55 --repo owner/repo to view the CI status of a pull request.

Frequently Asked Questions about github

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check the CI status of a pull request from the command line?▼

Check the CI status of a pull request directly from the command line by running the gh pr checks command with a specific pull request number and repository scope to view workflow run results without opening a browser.

How do I manage GitHub issues and pull requests without navigating the browser?▼

Manage GitHub issues and pull requests without a browser by using the gh CLI to retrieve data, check statuses, and perform common repository actions directly from the terminal to reduce context switching.

Do I need to be inside a git directory to use gh CLI for repository automation?▼

You do not need to be inside a git directory to use gh CLI for repository automation; you can scope your commands to any repository by including the --repo flag with the owner and repository name.

How do I query GitHub data programmatically across multiple repositories?▼

Query GitHub data programmatically across multiple repositories by leveraging the gh api command to access GitHub endpoints directly, allowing you to extract custom insights and automate data retrieval workflows.

What is the best way to diagnose GitHub workflow run failures from the terminal?▼

Diagnose GitHub workflow run failures from the terminal by inspecting CI statuses with gh CLI commands, then drilling down into the specific workflow run details to identify the exact cause of the failure quickly.

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