pr-writing

Generate structured pull request descriptions with issue links and story types.

6|3|Updated Mar 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Jitsusama/agentic-harness.pi --skill pr-writing-jitsusama
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: pr-writing
Source: https://github.com/Jitsusama/agentic-harness.pi/tree/main/skills/pr-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Jitsusama/agentic-harness.pi --skill pr-writing-jitsusama

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you write clear, concise, and impactful pull request descriptions that effectively communicate the value, technical decisions, and impact of your code changes to reviewers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Descriptions: Guides you to include essential sections like "What We're Doing," "Why This Matters," and "How It Works."
  • Contextual Linking: Ensures proper linking to issues and other related pull requests within a stack.
  • Story Type Identification: Helps categorize your PRs (Performance, Reliability, Security, Feature) for better reviewer understanding.
  • Self-Review Guidance: Provides a framework for adding targeted self-review comments to highlight key areas for reviewers.
  • Use Case: When submitting a new feature, use this Skill to structure your PR description, clearly explaining the user problem, the technical approach, and the benefits, ensuring your reviewers can quickly grasp the context and provide valuable feedback.

Quick Start

Use the pr-writing skill to draft a pull request description for issue #123.

Frequently Asked Questions about pr-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a pull request description for effective code review?

To write a pull request description for effective code review, structure your technical changes into clear sections like what you are doing, why it matters, and how it works. This ensures reviewers grasp the context quickly.

What should a developer workflow pull request include to communicate business impact?

A developer workflow pull request should include business impact by explaining the user problem, the technical approach taken, and the resulting benefits. Categorizing the story type also clarifies the value for reviewers.

How do I manage PR stacks and link related issues in git documentation?

To manage PR stacks and link related issues in git documentation, use contextual linking to connect your pull requests to the original issues and other related PRs within the stack for enhanced reviewer comprehension.

Does this approach support adding self-review comments to highlight specific code changes?

Yes, this approach supports adding self-review comments to highlight specific code changes. It provides a framework for targeted self-review, allowing you to point out key areas and technical decisions for your reviewers.

What is the best way to categorize pull requests for better reviewer comprehension?

The best way to categorize pull requests for better reviewer comprehension is to identify the story type, such as Performance, Reliability, Security, or Feature, which helps reviewers understand the technical intent and impact.