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github-sub-issues

Manage GitHub sub-issues via the GraphQL API.

6|3|Updated Mar 8, 2026
Search Tags:#project management#task management#github#graphql#issues#sub-issues
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Jitsusama/agentic-harness.pi --skill github-sub-issues-jitsusama
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: github-sub-issues
Source: https://github.com/Jitsusama/agentic-harness.pi/tree/main/skills/github-sub-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Jitsusama/agentic-harness.pi --skill github-sub-issues-jitsusama

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the management of hierarchical relationships within GitHub Issues, allowing for efficient organization and manipulation of sub-issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Query Sub-Issues: Retrieve lists of sub-issues associated with a parent issue.
  • Reorder Sub-Issues: Reposition sub-issues within their parent's list to maintain logical order.
  • Create Sub-Issues: Programmatically create new sub-issues linked to a parent.
  • Use Case: When managing a large epic, you can use this Skill to reorder the associated sub-tasks to reflect the current development priority or to query all open sub-issues for a quick status overview.

Quick Start

Use the github-sub-issues skill to list all sub-issues for issue number 42 in the Shopify accio repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-sub-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage GitHub sub-issues for a large epic?▼

Query, reorder, and create GitHub sub-issues linked to a parent issue via the GraphQL API. This Skill streamlines hierarchical task organization and priority manipulation for project management epics.

What is the best way to reorder sub-issues within a GitHub parent issue?▼

The best way to reorder sub-issues is to use the GraphQL API to reposition them within their parent's list. This maintains a logical order reflecting current development priority.

Can I use the GitHub GraphQL API to query all sub-issues for a specific issue?▼

Yes, you can use the GraphQL API to retrieve lists of sub-issues associated with a parent issue. This provides a quick status overview for project management workflows.

Do I need a special header to create sub-issues via the GitHub GraphQL API?▼

Yes, creating sub-issues via the GraphQL API requires the 'GraphQL-Features: sub_issues' header for all operations. This enables the hierarchical relationships within GitHub Issues.

When do I need to programmatically create GitHub sub-issues?▼

You need to programmatically create GitHub sub-issues when managing large epics and linking constituent tasks to a parent issue. This allows efficient organization and manipulation of hierarchical project workflows.

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