notifications

Polls GitHub notifications and responds to unaddressed mentions via the API.

30|5|Updated Mar 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/max-sixty/tend --skill notifications-max-sixty
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: notifications
Source: https://github.com/max-sixty/tend/tree/main/plugins/tend-ci-runner/skills/notifications
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/max-sixty/tend --skill notifications-max-sixty

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Polls the bot's GitHub notifications, responds to unhandled items, and marks processed notifications as done.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Polls the bot's GitHub notifications, identifies unread items, and marks them as read after processing.
  • Responds to unhandled mentions with helpful guidance and triages notifications on schedule to reduce manual toil.
  • Uses governance patterns from the Tend CI workflow to maintain timely replies and automated cleanup.

Quick Start

Configure Tend's notifications skill to begin polling unread notifications on a schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions about notifications

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate GitHub notification triage for a bot?

Automate GitHub notification triage by polling the GitHub API on a schedule to fetch unread items, classify mentions, and respond with guidance. The bot automatically processes unhandled notifications and marks them as read after triage.

Can I schedule automated responses to unaddressed GitHub mentions?

Yes, you can schedule automated responses to unaddressed GitHub mentions. The skill polls notifications on a schedule, identifies unread mentions, and applies governance patterns to provide helpful replies while reducing manual toil.

Does the GitHub notification polling skill work without external dependencies?

Yes, the GitHub notification polling skill operates without external dependencies. It uses the GitHub API directly to fetch, classify, and respond to notifications with built-in safety guardrails for automated cleanup.

What is the best way to reduce manual toil handling bot mentions on GitHub?

The best way to reduce manual toil handling bot mentions is using automated notification triage. The skill fetches unread GitHub notifications, responds to unhandled items with helpful guidance, and marks processed notifications as done.

How does automated GitHub notification handling classify and process mentions?

Automated GitHub notification handling classifies mentions by fetching unread items through the GitHub API, applying safety guardrails, and responding to unhandled mentions. Processed notifications are then marked as read to maintain automated cleanup.

When should I use scheduled GitHub notification polling instead of manual review?

Use scheduled GitHub notification polling when repositories require automated triage and response on a schedule. It applies governance patterns to maintain timely replies and reduce manual toil for bots handling unaddressed mentions.