github_review

Clone GitHub repositories and analyze architecture, files, and bugs.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MichaelYagi/mcp_a2a --skill github-review
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: github_review
Source: https://github.com/MichaelYagi/mcp_a2a/tree/main/servers/github/skills/github_review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MichaelYagi/mcp_a2a --skill github-review

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates repo analysis by cloning and reviewing GitHub repositories, enabling teams to assess code quality, architecture, and maintainability from a unified workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Clone Repos: Download any public repository for offline analysis.
  • File & Architecture Review: Enumerate reviewable files and assess project structure, dependencies, and coding quality.
  • Bug Detection & Recommendations: Identify potential bugs and provide actionable improvement suggestions.
  • Cleanup: Remove cloned repos when analysis is complete.
  • Use Case: A developer wants to audit a public library for maintainability across modules to prepare for a refactor.

Quick Start

To begin, clone a repo, list reviewable files with common extensions, run an architecture review, and cleanup when finished.

Frequently Asked Questions about github_review

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

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How do I automate GitHub repo analysis for code review and bug detection?

GitHub repo analysis is automated by cloning the repository, listing reviewable files, inspecting content for architecture and bug detection, then cleaning up the cloned repo to deliver structured improvement feedback.

Can I review private GitHub repositories or does it only work on public repos?

Private GitHub repositories can be reviewed by providing a GITHUB_TOKEN, while public repositories are cloned and analyzed by default without any authentication token required.

What's the best way to audit a GitHub repository for maintainability before a refactor?

Auditing a GitHub repository for maintainability involves cloning the repo, enumerating files with common extensions, assessing project structure and dependencies, detecting bugs, and removing the cloned repo when finished.

How does automated code review work when inspecting a cloned GitHub repository?

Automated code review works by using dedicated GitHub tools to clone a repo, list its files, retrieve file content, assess architecture and coding quality, identify potential bugs, and provide actionable recommendations before cleaning up.

Does GitHub repository analysis support architecture reviews and file discovery for large projects?

Architecture reviews and file discovery are supported by enumerating reviewable files with common extensions and assessing project structure, dependencies, and coding quality across modules to prepare for refactoring.

What limitations exist when cloning and reviewing GitHub repositories offline?

Cloning and reviewing GitHub repositories requires access to the repository and may need a GITHUB_TOKEN for private repos, with cleanup needed after analysis to remove cloned data and avoid storage buildup.