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oss:issue-discovery

Filter OSS issues by labels and project health indicators.

2|1|Updated Oct 23, 2025
Search Tags:#contributing#triage#OSS#CONTRIBUTING.md#beginner-friendly#issue-discovery
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/devkade/collaborator --skill oss-issue-discovery
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Skill: oss:issue-discovery
Source: https://github.com/devkade/collaborator/tree/main/skills/oss-contribution-framework/skills/issue-discovery
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/devkade/collaborator --skill oss-issue-discovery

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps OSS contributors quickly identify issues that match their skills, time, and learning goals, streamlining the initial discovery phase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Filter by beginner-friendly signals: labels like good first issue, beginner-friendly, help wanted surface accessible tasks.
  • Assess project health: verifies CONTRIBUTING.md presence, evaluates activity and maintainers' responsiveness.
  • Output structured recommendations: provides candidate issues with context, criteria, and recommended next steps.

Quick Start

Define your contributor profile and target project, then run the discovery to filter issues and generate a recommended candidate. Review the output and proceed to Phase 2: Issue Analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions about oss:issue-discovery

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find beginner-friendly OSS issues to contribute to?▼

Discover beginner-friendly OSS issues by filtering repositories for labels like 'good first issue' and 'help wanted', then evaluating project health indicators such as maintainer responsiveness and recent activity.

What is the best way to triage open source issues for new contributors?▼

Triage open source issues by evaluating project health using CONTRIBUTING.md presence, activity levels, and responsiveness, then outputting a structured recommendation of candidate issues matching your skills and learning goals.

Do I need to read CONTRIBUTING.md before selecting an OSS issue?▼

Yes, reading CONTRIBUTING.md is required to understand project-specific guidelines and health indicators, ensuring the selected beginner-friendly issue aligns with the maintainers' expectations and your contribution workflow.

Can I filter OSS issues based on my available time and learning goals?▼

Yes, you can filter OSS issues by defining your contributor profile, including your available time and learning goals, to identify and recommend tasks that match your specific skills and schedule.

What health indicators should I check when evaluating an OSS project for contributions?▼

Check health indicators such as the presence of CONTRIBUTING.md, overall repository activity, and maintainers' responsiveness to ensure the project is active and welcoming to new contributors.

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