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Sync release_plan.md data into GitHub Projects, Issues, and Milestones.

Updated Sep 3, 2025
Search Tags:#automation#github#synchronization#milestones#issues#project-management
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/k2works/claude-code-booster --skill syncing-github-project
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: syncing-github-project
Source: https://github.com/k2works/claude-code-booster/tree/main/lib/assets/.claude/skills/syncing-github-project
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/k2works/claude-code-booster --skill syncing-github-project

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

GitHub project management often suffers from misalignment between release plans and live boards; this Skill automates reflecting release plans into GitHub Project, Issues, and Milestones for centralized tracking.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reflects release planning from release_plan.md to GitHub Project and associated Issues and Milestones.
  • Creates or updates a GitHub Project, issues, and milestones based on the defined release plan, including custom fields like Release, Iteration, Priority, SP, Category, and Status.
  • Supports a sync workflow (--sync) to detect differences and apply updates; also supports individual operations like --project, --issues, --fields, and --milestones.
  • Provides a structured workflow for initial setup and ongoing synchronization, with example outputs showing summary of issues and milestones.

Quick Start

Run the synchronization workflow to mirror release_plan.md into GitHub Project, Issues, and Milestones after configuring gh authentication.

Frequently Asked Questions about syncing-github-project

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I sync release planning data into GitHub Projects and milestones?▼

To sync release planning data into GitHub Projects, you can automate the process of reflecting a release_plan.md file directly into GitHub Project boards, Issues, and Milestones for centralized tracking across teams.

What is the best way to automate creating GitHub issues from a markdown release plan?▼

Automating GitHub issue creation from a markdown release plan is best handled by using a synchronization workflow that parses the file and generates corresponding issues, milestones, and custom fields like Release, Iteration, and Priority.

Can I update existing GitHub Project issues based on changes in my release plan?▼

Yes, you can update existing GitHub Project issues by running a diff-based synchronization using the --sync option, which detects differences between your release_plan.md and the current board and applies necessary updates.

Do I need GitHub CLI authentication to sync milestones and project boards?▼

Yes, you need to configure GitHub CLI (gh) authentication before running the synchronization workflow to ensure the tool has the necessary permissions to create and update GitHub Projects, Issues, and Milestones.

What custom fields are supported when syncing GitHub issues from a release plan?▼

When syncing GitHub issues from a release plan, the tool supports creating and updating custom fields including Release, Iteration, Priority, SP (Story Points), Category, and Status to ensure comprehensive project management tracking.

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