start-ticket

Creates Git branches from Jira tickets with prefixed names.

6|Updated Jan 22, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #jira #git-workflow #conventional-commits #branch-naming #ticket-tracking #start-ticket

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npx skills add https://github.com/flurdy/agent-skills --skill start-ticket

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Skill: start-ticket
Source: https://github.com/flurdy/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/start-ticket
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/flurdy/agent-skills --skill start-ticket

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps you start work on Jira tickets by automatically creating a properly named branch, saving manual naming and reducing errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

Ticket-to-branch mapping: maps Jira issue types to conventional commit prefixes.
Automatic branch naming: generates branches like feat/AB-123-sanitized-summary.
Workflow guidance: integrates with /jira-ticket lookups to fetch ticket details.

Quick Start

Run /start-ticket AB-123 to generate and switch to the new Jira ticket branch.

Frequently Asked Questions about start-ticket

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automatically create a git branch from a Jira ticket?▼

To create a git branch from a Jira ticket automatically, the tool fetches ticket details, maps the issue type to a conventional commit prefix, and generates a branch name like prefix/TICKET-NUMBER-summary to start work.

What is the naming format for conventional commit branches generated from Jira tickets?▼

The naming format for conventional commit branches is prefix/TICKET-NUMBER-summary. The prefix is determined by mapping the Jira issue type to a conventional commit type, and the summary is sanitized from the ticket title.

How do I map Jira issue types to conventional commit prefixes when starting work?▼

Mapping Jira issue types to conventional commit prefixes happens automatically when generating the branch. The system reads the ticket details and translates the issue type into the appropriate prefix for the branch name.

Can I use Jira ticket details to generate and switch to a new git branch?▼

Yes, you can use Jira ticket details to generate and switch to a new git branch. The tool provides the necessary commands to create the branch and switch to it, confirming the ticket details for starting work.

Does generating a branch name from a Jira ticket require any external dependencies?▼

Generating a branch name from a Jira ticket requires no external dependencies. It integrates with jira-ticket lookups to fetch ticket details and maps them to conventional commit prefixes without additional setup.