github-star-tracker

Tracks updates for GitHub starred repositories via the GitHub API.

557|80|Updated Jan 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cat-xierluo/legal-skills --skill github-star-tracker
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Skill: github-star-tracker
Source: https://github.com/cat-xierluo/legal-skills/tree/main/skills/github-star-tracker
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cat-xierluo/legal-skills --skill github-star-tracker

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, python-dotenv, openai, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you stay on top of your GitHub Stars by automatically tracking project updates, new releases, and activity, preventing your starred repositories from becoming outdated or forgotten.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Update Detection: Automatically identifies new releases, tags, and significant commit activity in your starred projects.
  • Activity Monitoring: Tracks commit frequency to gauge project health and maintenance.
  • Visual Dashboard: Provides an interactive HTML dashboard for easy browsing, filtering, and searching of your starred repositories.
  • Use Case: As a developer, you can use this Skill to monitor updates for your critical dependencies, ensuring you're always aware of new versions or important bug fixes.

Quick Start

Run the github-star-tracker skill to check for updates among your starred GitHub repositories.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-star-tracker

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I track updates for my GitHub starred repositories?

Track GitHub starred repositories updates by running this skill to automatically detect new releases, tags, and significant commit activity, preventing your starred projects from becoming outdated.

What is the best way to monitor GitHub project health and commit activity?

Monitoring GitHub project health involves tracking commit frequency to gauge maintenance status. This skill provides an interactive HTML dashboard to easily browse, filter, and search your starred repositories for activity insights.

How do I get an HTML dashboard for my GitHub Stars?

To get an HTML dashboard for your GitHub Stars, use this skill to generate an interactive visual interface that allows easy browsing, filtering, and searching of your starred repositories and their update metrics.

Do I need a GitHub API key to track new releases?

Yes, you need a GitHub API key configured in your environment variables using python-dotenv. The skill integrates with the GitHub API for data retrieval and analysis to check for new releases and updates.

Can I use Python to check GitHub releases and tags automatically?

Yes, you can use Python with the requests library to check GitHub releases and tags automatically. This skill automates reporting and update detection for your starred repositories without manual checking.

Why does my GitHub starred list become outdated and how do I manage it?

Your GitHub starred list becomes outdated when projects release new versions without your knowledge. Manage it efficiently through automated reporting and an interactive dashboard that highlights new releases and project activity.