issue-track

Post status updates as comments on GitHub issues.

4|Updated Sep 24, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #github #comment #issue-tracking #work-management #status-update

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npx skills add https://github.com/alexmond/yj-schema-validator --skill issue-track

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Skill: issue-track
Source: https://github.com/alexmond/yj-schema-validator/tree/main/.claude/skills/issue-track
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/alexmond/yj-schema-validator --skill issue-track

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Post status updates as comments on GitHub issues to keep collaborators informed about work progress and decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

Post start: when work begins, post a "Work started" comment with context.
Progress updates: post custom progress updates using a provided text.
Post completion: announce completion and link PR/CI status when finished.

Quick Start

Invoke the skill with the issue number and a status to post the corresponding GitHub comment.

Frequently Asked Questions about issue-track

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate posting progress updates to GitHub issues?▼

You can automate posting progress updates to GitHub issues by triggering a workflow that adds comments with status changes directly to the issue thread. This requires GitHub CLI authentication to issue comments.

What is the workflow for tracking issue status from start to completion?▼

The issue tracking workflow involves posting a 'Work started' comment with context, providing ongoing custom progress updates, and announcing completion while linking PR or CI status when finished.

Do I need GitHub CLI authentication to post issue comments?▼

Yes, you need GitHub CLI (gh) authentication to issue comments. This authentication is required to automate posting progress updates and status changes to GitHub issues.

Can I link a pull request status when marking a GitHub issue as complete?▼

Yes, when posting completion on GitHub issues, the workflow can announce completion and link the PR and CI status directly in the issue comment to keep collaborators informed.

How do I post a custom progress update on a GitHub issue?▼

You can post custom progress updates on GitHub issues by invoking the skill with the issue number and providing your custom status text to add it as a comment to the issue thread.