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Automate GitHub repository setup and branch protection configuration.

8|1|Updated Dec 13, 2025
Search Tags:#troubleshooting#GitHub#issues#repository management#branch protection#CODEOWNERS#auto-merge
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/netresearch/github-project-skill --skill github-project
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-project
Source: https://github.com/netresearch/github-project-skill/tree/main/.
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/netresearch/github-project-skill --skill github-project

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires gh, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the complexity and manual effort involved in configuring and maintaining GitHub repositories. It streamlines critical tasks like setting up branch protection, managing CODEOWNERS, configuring auto-merge for dependencies, and organizing issues, preventing errors and ensuring adherence to best practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Repository Setup: Quickly configure new GitHub repositories with essential files, .github/ structure, and default settings.
  • Advanced Branch Protection: Effortlessly set up, verify, and troubleshoot branch protection rules, PR review workflows, and CODEOWNERS for secure and compliant development.
  • Dependency Auto-Merge: Configure and troubleshoot Dependabot/Renovate auto-merge workflows, including integration with GitHub's merge queue, to keep dependencies up-to-date without manual intervention.
  • Issue & Project Hierarchy: Manage GitHub Issues, Discussions, and create sub-issue hierarchies using the GraphQL API for better project organization and task breakdown.
  • Use Case: Imagine you're launching a new microservice. Instead of spending hours manually configuring branch protection, CODEOWNERS, and auto-merge for dependency updates, this Skill can guide you through the entire setup, ensuring your repository is secure, efficient, and compliant from day one.

Quick Start

Set up a new GitHub repository with recommended branch protection, CODEOWNERS, and auto-merge for dependency updates.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-project

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up branch protection rules for my GitHub repository?▼

Branch protection rules enforce code review and status checks before merging. This Skill automates configuration of required reviewers, dismiss stale reviews, and enforce admin restrictions to ensure secure development workflows and prevent direct pushes to protected branches.

Can I automatically merge dependency updates in GitHub?▼

Yes, you can configure Dependabot or Renovate auto-merge workflows with this Skill. It handles merge queue integration and troubleshooting so dependency updates merge automatically once CI passes, keeping your dependencies current without manual intervention.

How do I configure CODEOWNERS in GitHub?▼

CODEOWNERS automates code review assignment by requiring approval from designated maintainers. This Skill sets up and verifies CODEOWNERS files in your `.github/` directory to enforce review policies and ensure accountability for specific code areas.

What's the best way to organize issues and sub-issues in GitHub?▼

Create hierarchical issue structures using GitHub's GraphQL API to break down complex tasks into subtasks. This Skill manages issue relationships and organization, improving project tracking and task breakdown without manual linking.

Do I need to manually configure each new GitHub repository?▼

No, this Skill automates new repository setup with essential files, `.github/` directory structure, branch protection, CODEOWNERS, and auto-merge defaults. You get a compliant, secure repository ready for development without manual configuration.

Why does my Dependabot auto-merge not work with merge queues?▼

Merge queue integration requires proper GraphQL configuration and merge strategy alignment. This Skill troubleshoots auto-merge workflows and merge queue setup to ensure Dependabot PRs queue and merge correctly after CI passes.

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