review-pull-request

Check out GitHub pull request branches locally for detailed code inspection.

Updated Nov 28, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/davidsteinberger/dotfiles --skill review-pull-request-davidsteinberger
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: review-pull-request
Source: https://github.com/davidsteinberger/dotfiles/tree/main/opencode/.config/opencode/skills/review-pull-request
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/davidsteinberger/dotfiles --skill review-pull-request-davidsteinberger

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the code review process by allowing you to check out and inspect GitHub pull requests directly within your local development environment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local Checkout: Fetches and checks out the branch associated with a pull request.
  • Code Review: Enables a thorough, in-depth code review of the changes.
  • Use Case: When a teammate submits a pull request, use this Skill to quickly review their code changes locally before merging.

Quick Start

Use the review-pull-request skill to review the pull request at https://github.com/owner/repo/pull/123.

Frequently Asked Questions about review-pull-request

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I review a GitHub pull request locally?

To review a GitHub pull request locally, you can use this Skill to fetch and check out the remote branch associated with the PR. This enables in-depth code inspection directly within your local development environment before merging.

Can I check out a specific pull request branch from GitHub using the command line?

Yes, you can check out a specific pull request branch from GitHub using the command line. This Skill requires Git command-line tools to accurately fetch and checkout remote branches for detailed code review.

Do I need Git command-line tools to inspect a pull request branch?

Yes, you need Git command-line tools to inspect a pull request branch locally. The Skill relies on Git commands to fetch and checkout the remote branches accurately for thorough code quality assurance.

What is the best way to perform an in-depth code review before merging?

The best way to perform an in-depth code review before merging is by checking out the pull request branch locally. This allows you to thoroughly inspect code changes directly in your development environment.

Why check out a pull request locally instead of reviewing it on GitHub?

Checking out a pull request locally allows for detailed code inspection that web interfaces cannot provide. This approach streamlines the code review process by enabling thorough testing and navigation within your local development environment.