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

Updated Mar 3, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#api#github#issues#workflows#pull-requests#gh-cli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Kushtrvedi/openclaw-standard --skill github-kushtrvedi
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Skill: github
Source: https://github.com/Kushtrvedi/openclaw-standard/tree/main/skills/github
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Kushtrvedi/openclaw-standard --skill github-kushtrvedi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Repetitive GitHub management tasks, such as handling issues, PRs, and CI inquiries, are time-consuming and error-prone when done manually through the web UI alone.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue and PR management: Create, list, label, assign, and close issues and pull requests from the command line.
  • CI and workflow queries: Check status, history, and results of GitHub Actions workflows across repositories.
  • Advanced data access: Retrieve details via gh api for customized queries and reporting.

Quick Start

Run a quick PR status check using gh pr checks with a specific PR number and repo.

Frequently Asked Questions about github

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate GitHub issues and pull requests from the command line?▼

Automate GitHub issues and pull requests by using the gh CLI to create, list, label, assign, and close them directly from the terminal. This replaces repetitive manual web UI management tasks with fast command line automation.

What is the best way to check GitHub Actions workflow status across multiple repositories?▼

Check GitHub Actions workflow status across repositories by using gh CLI commands to query CI history and results. This provides a fast, precise method for monitoring CI checks without navigating the web UI for each repository individually.

Do I need to authenticate the gh CLI before managing GitHub repository data?▼

Yes, you must have the gh CLI installed and authenticated before managing GitHub repository data. Authentication is required to execute commands for issues, PRs, workflows, and advanced API queries securely.

Can I query custom GitHub API data for specific repositories using gh?▼

Yes, retrieve customized repository data by using the gh api command for advanced queries and reporting. You can target specific repositories using the --repo owner/repo flag or direct URLs to access precise resources.

How do I review pull requests and check CI status using gh CLI?▼

Review pull requests and check CI status by running specific gh CLI commands like pr checks with a PR number and repo. This quickly returns the workflow run results and history for the targeted pull request.

What are the limitations of using gh CLI for GitHub workflow automation?▼

The primary limitation is the strict dependency on having the gh CLI installed and properly authenticated. While it automates issues, PRs, and workflows efficiently, environments lacking this CLI cannot execute the automation commands.

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