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test-claude-agent

Trigger Claude workflows in GitHub Actions and monitor their runs via CLI or API.

3|1|Updated Dec 3, 2025
Search Tags:#testing#github-actions#trigger#gh-cli#claude-agent#workflow-monitoring
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nsheaps/ai-mktpl --skill test-claude-agent
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: test-claude-agent
Source: https://github.com/nsheaps/ai-mktpl/tree/main/.claude/skills/test-claude-agent
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nsheaps/ai-mktpl --skill test-claude-agent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a simple, repeatable way to trigger and observe claude-agent workflow runs in GitHub Actions so developers can validate agent behavior and debug CI workflows without manual inspection of workflow internals.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Triggering via Issue Comment: Invoke the agent by posting an @claude message on the designated repository issue.
  • Workflow Monitoring: Check and track runs using the GitHub CLI to list the claude-agent workflow and review run status and timing.
  • Use Case: Rapidly iterate on agent prompts and workflow steps during development or QA by triggering runs and immediately verifying step timing and outcomes.

Quick Start

Post @claude followed by your message on the repository's designated issue to trigger the agent, then use the GitHub CLI to list the claude-agent workflow runs for monitoring.

Frequently Asked Questions about test-claude-agent

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I trigger a Claude agent workflow run in GitHub Actions?▼

To trigger a Claude agent workflow run, post an @claude message on the designated repository issue. This invokes the agent via issue comments, allowing you to validate and observe agent behavior without manual workflow inspection.

Can I monitor GitHub Actions workflow runs for a Claude agent using the CLI?▼

Yes, you can monitor Claude agent workflow runs using the GitHub CLI. By listing the claude-agent workflow, you can review run status and timing to debug CI workflows and verify step outcomes during development or QA.

Do I need specific permissions to trigger a Claude agent via issue comments?▼

Yes, triggering a Claude agent via issue comments requires permission to post issue comments. You also need access to the GitHub CLI or API to list workflow runs and the repository's claude-agent.yaml workflow definition for accurate monitoring.

What is the best way to debug Claude agent behavior in GitHub Actions?▼

The best way to debug Claude agent behavior is to trigger runs by posting @claude on a designated issue, then use the GitHub CLI to track the claude-agent workflow. This provides a repeatable method to verify step timing and outcomes.

When do I need a claude-agent.yaml workflow definition for monitoring?▼

You need the repository's claude-agent.yaml workflow definition when you want accurate monitoring and timing of Claude agent runs. It ensures the GitHub CLI can correctly list and track the specific workflow events triggered by issue comments.

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