pick

Select the next GitHub work item by prioritizing PRs with review feedback.

Updated Feb 16, 2026

Search Tags:#workflow automation #github #issue #pr #task selection

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npx skills add https://github.com/whilp/working --skill pick-whilp

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Skill: pick
Source: https://github.com/whilp/working/tree/main/skills/pick
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/whilp/working --skill pick-whilp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the selection of the most suitable GitHub Pull Request (PR) or Issue to work on, streamlining the process of prioritizing tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

PR Prioritization: Focuses on PRs with review feedback to ensure the most engaged work is taken up first.
Issue Selection: Offers a structured method for choosing the most urgent and clear Issue when no PRs with feedback are available.
Automated Workflow: Executes a series of steps to analyze and choose the best work item from a GitHub repository.

Quick Start

Use the pick skill to analyze your GitHub repository and select the next task to work on. Simply activate the skill with the pick command.

Frequently Asked Questions about pick

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I select the best GitHub PR or issue to work on next?▼

To select the best GitHub PR or issue to work on next, you can use workflow automation that prioritizes Pull Requests with review feedback and evaluates Issues based on priority and clarity. This streamlines the task selection process.

How does automated PR prioritization work for GitHub repositories?▼

Automated PR prioritization works by analyzing your GitHub repository and focusing on Pull Requests that have existing review feedback, ensuring you address the most engaged work first before moving to unresolved Issues.

Do I need to configure environment variables to automate GitHub issue selection?▼

Yes, you need to configure environment variables to automate GitHub issue selection. The task selection operates within the GitHub environment and requires these variables to execute the necessary subcommands for prioritizing work items.

What is the best way to prioritize GitHub issues when no PRs have review feedback?▼

The best way to prioritize GitHub issues when no PRs have review feedback is to use a structured selection method that evaluates Issues based on their urgency and clarity to determine the next suitable work item.

Can I use workflow automation to execute multiple steps for GitHub task selection?▼

Yes, you can use workflow automation to execute multiple subcommands for GitHub task selection. The automated workflow analyzes your repository and steps through a series of processes to choose the best work item.