github

Automate GitHub workflows and data retrieval using the gh CLI.

Updated Mar 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/UselessXu/mino --skill github-uselessxu
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Skill: github
Source: https://github.com/UselessXu/mino/tree/main/.claude/skills/github
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/UselessXu/mino --skill github-uselessxu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manages GitHub activities and extracts data by scripting the gh CLI, enabling automated issue handling, PR workflows, and API queries across repositories.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue management: create, comment, label, and close issues across repositories.
  • Pull request operations: check status, review, merge, and view details for PRs.
  • CI and workflow insights: monitor runs, view logs, and query CI status.
  • API access: fetch repository data via gh api for custom reports and dashboards.

Quick Start

Tell me the repository and the action you want, for example check the CI status of a PR in owner/repo.

Frequently Asked Questions about github

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate GitHub issue management across repositories?

Automating GitHub issue management uses the gh CLI to create, comment, label, and close issues across repositories. You can script these workflows by specifying the repository and desired action to handle maintenance tasks programmatically.

Can I check CI status and workflow runs using the GitHub API?

Checking CI status and workflow runs uses direct gh api calls to monitor runs and view logs. You can query CI status across any repository by specifying the target repository to retrieve workflow insights and execution details.

What's the best way to manage pull request reviews and merges via command line?

Managing pull requests via command line uses the gh CLI to check status, review, merge, and view PR details. You can automate code review workflows by executing PR operations directly against the specified repository.

Do I need to be in a git directory to run gh commands for a repository?

Running gh commands does not require a local git directory if you explicitly pass the --repo flag. This allows you to manage issues, PRs, and workflows for any repository directly without cloning it first.

How do I fetch custom repository data for reports and dashboards?

Fetching custom repository data for dashboards uses direct gh api calls to query repository information. You can retrieve specific API endpoints to generate custom reports and extract data across multiple repositories programmatically.

Why use the gh CLI instead of direct REST API calls for GitHub automation?

Using the gh CLI for GitHub automation handles authentication and request formatting automatically compared to raw REST API calls. It streamlines common tasks like status checks, labels, and comments while still supporting direct gh api queries for advanced needs.