gitlab-mr-review

Review GitLab Merge Requests and generate markdown reports via the GitLab API.

Updated Feb 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/poyhsiao/agent-skills --skill gitlab-mr-review-poyhsiao
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Skill: gitlab-mr-review
Source: https://github.com/poyhsiao/agent-skills/tree/main/gitlab-mr-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/poyhsiao/agent-skills --skill gitlab-mr-review-poyhsiao

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

The gitlab-mr-review Skill addresses the need for efficient and comprehensive review processes for GitLab Merge Requests (MRs), automating the workflow and improving the quality of code contributions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Merge Request Review: Perform thorough reviews on MRs, automatically analyzing code changes, and providing detailed feedback.
  • Code Quality Analysis: Identify and highlight code style inconsistencies, potential security vulnerabilities, and resource leaks.
  • Automated Workflow: Offers streamlined commands to initiate review processes, list open MRs, and generate reports.
  • Custom Templates: Utilize various templates (brief, standard, detailed) for reviews depending on complexity and needs.

Quick Start

To initiate a review of Merge Request !123, simply use the command: /review !123

Frequently Asked Questions about gitlab-mr-review

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

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How do I automate GitLab Merge Request reviews for code quality?

You can automate GitLab Merge Request reviews by running local scripts that interact with the GitLab API to analyze code changes and output markdown reports. This process identifies style issues, vulnerabilities, and resource leaks automatically.

Do I need the GitLab CLI installed to review merge requests?

Yes, you need the GitLab CLI ('glab') installed and properly authenticated. The automated workflow relies on this dependency to fetch merge request data and execute command-line operations for listing and managing reviews.

Can I generate custom markdown reports for my merge request review?

Yes, you can generate markdown reports using brief, standard, or detailed templates. This allows you to tailor the depth of the code quality analysis and feedback based on the complexity of the merge request.

What's the best way to list open merge requests for automated code analysis?

The best way to list open merge requests is using the provided command-line operations. These commands interface with the GitLab API to retrieve active MRs so you can seamlessly initiate the review process.

How does automated code quality analysis handle security vulnerabilities in merge requests?

Automated code quality analysis examines merge request file changes to highlight potential security vulnerabilities and resource leaks. It parses MR data locally to detect these issues and includes them in the generated markdown report.

Can I use this automated workflow to manage merge requests across multiple GitLab projects?

The workflow supports command-line operations for reviewing, listing, and managing merge requests in a project. It handles file paths and MR data parsing, assuming proper GitLab CLI authentication is configured for the targeted projects.