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reading-pull-requests

Find and read GitHub pull requests for a specified branch using the GitHub CLI.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#developer tools#code review#pull request#github#cli#branch
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/blaknite/agent-skills --skill reading-pull-requests
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: reading-pull-requests
Source: https://github.com/blaknite/agent-skills/tree/main/reading-pull-requests
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/blaknite/agent-skills --skill reading-pull-requests

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires gh, jq, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers quickly find and review pull requests associated with a specific branch, streamlining the code review process.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Find PRs: Lists all pull requests linked to a given branch, including merged and closed ones.
  • View Details: Provides a summary or full details of a specific pull request, including title, body, author, and review status.
  • Check Status: Displays the status of CI checks for a pull request.
  • Use Case: When working on a feature branch, you can use this Skill to see all the PRs that have been created from it, helping you track progress and understand the review history.

Quick Start

Use the reading-pull-requests skill to find all pull requests for the current branch.

Frequently Asked Questions about reading-pull-requests

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find pull requests associated with a specific git branch?▼

To find pull requests for a specific branch, this Skill queries the GitHub API using the GitHub CLI to list all linked PRs, including merged and closed ones. It helps you track branch progress and review history.

Do I need the GitHub CLI installed to check pull request status?▼

Yes, checking pull request status requires the GitHub CLI (gh) to be installed and authenticated. The Skill uses gh to query the GitHub API for CI check results and PR details.

What details can I view when reviewing a GitHub pull request?▼

When reviewing a GitHub pull request, you can view a summary or full details including the title, body, author, and review status. This streamlines the code review process by gathering necessary context.

Can I use this Skill to see CI check status for a pull request?▼

Yes, you can use this Skill to display the status of CI checks for a pull request. It fetches this information directly through the authenticated GitHub CLI.

What is the best way to review PR history for a feature branch?▼

Reviewing PR history for a feature branch is best done by listing all merged and closed pull requests linked to that branch. This Skill automates that lookup via the GitHub CLI to help you understand the review history.

Why does finding pull requests require jq and gh dependencies?▼

Finding pull requests requires gh to query the GitHub API and jq to parse the JSON responses. Both dependencies must be installed and properly authenticated to gather details for code review or debugging.

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