start-implementing-issue

To start working on a GitHub issue, this Skill assigns the issue to you, marks it as "in-progress" on GitHub Projects, sets the start date, and sets up your workspace. It automates the initial project board updates so you can focus on coding immediately.

Creating a new Git branch for a GitHub issue is handled by this Skill during the implementation setup phase. It facilitates the creation of a new branch or worktree directly linked to the issue, ensuring your development environment is ready for coding.

Yes, this Skill handles parent issues within project boards. It ensures consistent lifecycle management by updating both individual issues and their parent issues on the GitHub project board when you begin implementation.

The best way to automate GitHub issue assignment is using this workflow Skill, which assigns the task to the current user and updates project board statuses and start dates simultaneously. This streamlines the transition from task pickup to active development.

Yes, you can use this workflow automation to set up a Git worktree. During the implementation phase, the Skill facilitates the setup of either a new Git branch or a worktree, allowing you to choose your preferred isolated development environment.

You need GitHub Projects for full lifecycle management because this Skill updates associated project board statuses and dates. While issue assignment works independently, using GitHub Projects ensures start dates and in-progress statuses are tracked automatically.