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issue-check-duplicates

Scan open and recently closed GitHub issues for duplicate overlaps.

Updated Jan 5, 2025
Search Tags:#github#search#issues#issue-tracking#overlap#duplicate
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/pkuppens/pkuppens --skill issue-check-duplicates
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: issue-check-duplicates
Source: https://github.com/pkuppens/pkuppens/tree/main/skills/issue-workflow/issue-check-duplicates
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pkuppens/pkuppens --skill issue-check-duplicates

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Prevents duplicate GitHub issues by scanning open and recently closed issues for overlaps. This helps maintain project focus and reduces redundancy by surfacing related work before new issues are created.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Surface overlaps by comparing open and recently closed issues.
  • Extract and compare issue titles and bodies to highlight related work.
  • Provide guidance on whether to proceed, merge, or close as a duplicate.

Quick Start

Draft your idea and let the tool scan for duplicates before submission.

Frequently Asked Questions about issue-check-duplicates

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check for duplicate GitHub issues before creating a new one?▼

You can check for duplicate GitHub issues by scanning open and recently closed issues to compare their titles and bodies for overlaps. This surfaces related work and suggests whether to proceed, merge, or close as a duplicate.

What is the best way to find overlapping issues in a GitHub repository?▼

Finding overlapping issues involves comparing the titles and bodies of open and recently closed issues in a GitHub repository. This highlights related work and suggests actions like proceeding, merging, or closing as a duplicate.

Does duplicate issue detection work with recently closed GitHub issues?▼

Yes, duplicate issue detection scans both open and recently closed GitHub issues. It compares titles and bodies to surface related work and helps prevent redundancy before you create a new issue.

How do I know if my new GitHub issue overlaps with existing work?▼

You can find out if your new GitHub issue overlaps with existing work by drafting your idea and scanning open and recently closed issues. The tool compares titles and bodies to surface related work and suggests actions.

What should I do when my GitHub issue is a duplicate of an existing one?▼

When your GitHub issue is a duplicate, you should merge it or close it as a duplicate. The tool provides guidance on these actions after comparing your draft against open and recently closed issues to surface related work.

Can I refine an issue idea to avoid overlap with existing GitHub issues?▼

Yes, you can refine an issue idea to avoid overlap by scanning open and recently closed GitHub issues. The tool compares titles and bodies to surface related work, helping you adjust your draft before submission to prevent duplicates.

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