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issue-file

Create or update GitHub issues from a markdown file via --body-file.

29|4|Updated Jan 12, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#markdown#github#cli#issue#workflows#body-file
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/matsen/bipartite --skill issue-file
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: issue-file
Source: https://github.com/matsen/bipartite/tree/main/skills/issue-file
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/matsen/bipartite --skill issue-file

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Create or update GitHub issues from a markdown file using its body content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create issues from markdown file contents using the --body-file flag to populate the issue body verbatim.
  • Update existing issues by referencing the issue number or context from the conversation.
  • Enforce safety: do not auto-assign unless explicitly requested by the user; respect content boundaries.

Quick Start

Run the skill with a path to a markdown file to create or update a GitHub issue using the --body-file flag.

Frequently Asked Questions about issue-file

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a GitHub issue from a markdown file?▼

You can create a GitHub issue from a markdown file by using the --body-file flag to ingest the file verbatim, populating the issue body directly with the markdown content.

Can I update existing GitHub issues using a markdown body file?▼

Yes, you can update existing GitHub issues by referencing the issue number or conversation context, allowing the workflow to determine whether to apply an update versus creating a new issue.

Does creating issues with a markdown body file auto-assign users?▼

No, creating issues with a markdown body file does not auto-assign users unless explicitly requested, enforcing safety by respecting content boundaries and preventing automatic assignment.

What is the best way to automate GitHub issue creation from markdown drafts?▼

Automating GitHub issue creation from markdown drafts is best handled by using the --body-file flag to ingest the file verbatim, ensuring the issue body matches the markdown draft content exactly.

How does the workflow determine whether to create or update a GitHub issue?▼

The workflow determines whether to create or update a GitHub issue by checking recent conversation context and existing issue references, applying updates to existing issues found via conversation context.

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