rule-github-issues

Validate GitHub issue, PR, and workflow templates against repository conventions.

1|1|Updated Mar 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/btabaska/simpler-grants-documentation-automation --skill rule-github-issues
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Skill: rule-github-issues
Source: https://github.com/btabaska/simpler-grants-documentation-automation/tree/main/.claude/skills/rule-github-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/btabaska/simpler-grants-documentation-automation --skill rule-github-issues

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill ensures that GitHub issues, pull requests, and workflow templates follow a consistent set of conventions across repositories by codifying documented rules into automated checks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Template enforcement: verify issue templates, PR templates, and workflow files adhere to the project's standards.
  • Labeling and triage consistency: enforce canonical label usage and ADR references to guide triage decisions.
  • Change-correctness guarantees: ensure PR titles use conventional-commit-style prefixes and that linked issues are properly referenced.

Quick Start

Apply the GitHub conventions rules to a repository to validate issue/PR templates and workflow configurations.

Frequently Asked Questions about rule-github-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I enforce GitHub issue template conventions across multiple repositories?

To enforce GitHub issue template conventions, you can apply automated validation rules that check files matching .github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/**/* to ensure they include required fields like name, description, labels, and body.

What should a pull request template include for consistent code review?

A pull request template should include a summary, linked issue references, testing notes, and accessibility and privacy checks to maintain consistency and guide code review processes.

How do I validate canonical label usage and ADR references in GitHub workflows?

Validating canonical label usage and ADR references involves checking .github/workflows/**/*.yml and documentation/**/*.md files to ensure labels and architecture decision records are consistently applied across repositories.

Can I automate checks for conventional commit prefixes in PR titles?

Yes, automating checks for conventional commit prefixes in PR titles ensures change-correctness by verifying that linked issues are properly referenced and titles adhere to project standards.

What is the best way to standardize GitHub workflow file configurations?

The best way to standardize GitHub workflow file configurations is to codify documented rules into automated checks that validate .github/workflows/**/*.yml files against your project's specific template conventions.

Why do my GitHub issue templates fail validation checks?

GitHub issue templates fail validation checks when they omit required structural elements such as the template name, description, labels, or body fields defined by your repository's conventions.