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start-issue

Automate issue creation, CR plan polling, worktree setup, and ready-to-code summaries.

3|1|Updated Feb 28, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#planning#github#worktree#issue#code-review
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/auerbachb/claude-code-config --skill start-issue-auerbachb
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: start-issue
Source: https://github.com/auerbachb/claude-code-config/tree/main/.claude/skills/start-issue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/auerbachb/claude-code-config --skill start-issue-auerbachb

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates the end-to-end issue-to-coding workflow, eliminating manual setup and accelerating start-to-code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • End-to-end issue workflow: from creating or selecting an issue to a ready-to-code summary.
  • CR plan polling and merge: waits for CodeRabbit plan and merges it into the issue narrative.
  • Worktree and branch creation: automatically creates a dedicated worktree and branch per issue.
  • Ready-to-code output: prints a concise, actionable summary for immediate coding.

Quick Start

Start by running /start-issue with an issue number or a description to begin the workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about start-issue

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate issue kickoff and workspace setup in GitHub?▼

Automating issue kickoff coordinates issue creation, plan merging, and worktree setup to accelerate start-to-code. You provide an issue number or description, and the workflow outputs a ready-to-code summary for immediate development.

How does CodeRabbit plan polling work during issue workflow automation?▼

CodeRabbit plan polling waits for the generated plan and automatically merges it into the issue narrative. This ensures the planning context is consolidated within the issue before creating a dedicated worktree and branch for coding.

Can I automatically create a git worktree and branch for each GitHub issue?▼

Yes, the workflow automatically creates a dedicated worktree and branch per issue. This isolates development environments for parallel task execution, ensuring a clean ready-to-code handoff for developers.

Do I need Claude Code and CodeRabbit to automate my issue-to-coding workflow?▼

Yes, this workflow applies to software teams using Claude Code, CodeRabbit, and GitHub. These tools coordinate issue creation, CR plan polling, and worktree creation to deliver a consolidated ready-to-code summary.

What is the best way to start coding immediately after creating a GitHub issue?▼

Use an end-to-end issue-to-coding workflow that merges planning into the issue narrative and sets up your workspace. It prints a concise, actionable ready-to-code summary that guides developers into immediate coding.

Can I pass a text description instead of an issue number to start the workflow?▼

Yes, the workflow supports configurable argument handling, allowing you to start by passing either an existing issue number or a new text description to begin the end-to-end automation process.

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