issue-garbage-collector

Scan duplicate and outdated issue files with Python and Claude.

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Search Tags:#automation #python #cleanup #issues #scanning #harness #semantic-analysis

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npx skills add https://github.com/phodal/routa --skill issue-garbage-collector

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Skill: issue-garbage-collector
Source: https://github.com/phodal/routa/tree/main/.claude/skills/issue-garbage-collector
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/phodal/routa --skill issue-garbage-collector

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Two-phase cleanup of duplicate and outdated issue files in docs/issues. Phase 1 uses a Python script for fast pattern matching to surface suspects; Phase 2 uses claude -p for semantic analysis on suspects only.

Core Features & Use Cases

Two-phase approach: fast surface with Python scanner, deep semantic review with Claude for suspect items.
Harness integration: connects with Harness automation for review and remediation.
Safe maintenance: preserves historical context while flagging duplicates, stale, and related issues for action.

Quick Start

Run the Python scanner to identify suspects and review the cleanup plan before applying changes.

Frequently Asked Questions about issue-garbage-collector

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

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How do I clean up duplicate and stale issues in my project tracker?▼

To clean up duplicate and stale issues, this Skill scans docs/issues with a Python script for fast pattern matching, then uses semantic analysis to confirm suspects and surface actionable consolidation steps.

How does semantic analysis work for finding outdated issue files?▼

Semantic analysis for outdated issue files works by applying Claude-based review only to suspects surfaced by the initial Python scanner, confirming duplicates and related issues while preserving historical context non-destructively.

What's the best way to automate issue consolidation across docs/issues?▼

The best way to automate issue consolidation across docs/issues is using a two-phase workflow: fast Python scanning for detection followed by Claude-based semantic review, integrated with Harness automation for remediation.

Can I use this issue scanning approach with Harness automation?▼

Yes, you can use this issue scanning approach with Harness automation, as the Skill explicitly provides harness integration to connect the two-phase review and remediation workflow with your automation pipeline.

Does the cleanup process delete historical issue files permanently?▼

No, the cleanup process does not delete issue files permanently; it implements non-destructive review to maintain history, flagging duplicates and stale issues for action while preserving the original context.