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Automate GitHub interactions from the terminal using the gh CLI.

2|Updated Apr 4, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#github#issues#command-line#ci#pull-requests#gh-cli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/papachong/RHClaw --skill github-papachong
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github
Source: https://github.com/papachong/RHClaw/tree/main/RHClaw-Desktop/src-tauri/skills/github
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/papachong/RHClaw --skill github-papachong

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Interact with GitHub from the command line to automate repetitive tasks and accelerate workflows that would normally require switching to a browser.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Manage issues, pull requests, and CI runs using gh commands.
  • Retrieve repository data (PR status, checks, and user info) for faster triage and reporting.
  • Automate release workflows and multi-repo status checks with simple scripts.

Quick Start

Use gh pr list --repo owner/repo to list open pull requests for a repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about github

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

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

Use the gh CLI to manage GitHub pull requests and issues from the command line, replacing repetitive web UI tasks. Commands like `gh pr list` and `gh issue view` let you triage repository data directly from your terminal.

What is the best way to check CI run statuses across multiple repositories?▼

The best way to check CI run statuses across multiple repositories is by using gh CLI commands like `gh run` and `gh api` to automate multi-repo status checks and retrieve PR statuses quickly without switching to a browser.

Do I need to install and authenticate the gh CLI to automate GitHub interactions?▼

Yes, you need to install the gh CLI and complete GitHub authentication to automate GitHub interactions. This setup is required to support gh pr, gh issue, gh run, and gh api commands for your DevOps workflows.

Can I retrieve repository data like PR checks and user info using GitHub automation?▼

Yes, you can retrieve repository data like PR checks and user info using GitHub automation via the gh CLI, executing `gh api` queries to pull specific repository data for faster triage and reporting.

How do I list open pull requests for a specific repository in the terminal?▼

To list open pull requests for a specific repository in the terminal, use the command `gh pr list --repo owner/repo` with the gh CLI to quickly fetch and display the data without opening a browser.

Why use command-line GitHub automation instead of the web UI for DevOps workflows?▼

Use command-line GitHub automation instead of the web UI to accelerate DevOps workflows by avoiding browser context switching, enabling rapid access to PR checks, issues, and API queries across multiple repositories.

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