triage

Categorize, move, and document issues on project trackers.

6|Updated Apr 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/icepeng/agentchan --skill triage-icepeng
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Skill: triage
Source: https://github.com/icepeng/agentchan/tree/main/.agents/skills/triage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/icepeng/agentchan --skill triage-icepeng

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies and automates the process of managing issues on project trackers by guiding triage, categorization, and workflow transitions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue State Management: Guides maintainers in moving issues through states like needs triage, needs info, ready for agent, or closed.
  • Triage Support: Provides structured evaluation and role assignment based on issue content, comments, and labels.
  • Use Case: A maintainer receives a new bug report and instructs the Skill to classify it as needs-triage or escalate it for further review, helping prioritize work efficiently.

Quick Start

Invoke the Skill to review current issues, then assign roles or transition specific issues by describing the desired action.

Frequently Asked Questions about triage

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

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How do I automate issue triage for bug reports in my project management workflow?

To automate issue triage, you can instruct an AI to review current issues, classify them, and transition their states. This process categorizes and documents bug reports based on your existing issue labels, ensuring consistent issue lifecycle management within your project workflow.

What is the best way to transition issue tracker states for needs triage and needs info?

Transitioning issue tracker states for needs triage and needs info requires monitoring issue content, comments, and labels. By automating these workflow transitions, maintainers can systematically evaluate issues and move them to ready for agent or closed states based on structured criteria.

Do I need predefined issue labels and status definitions to automate issue categorization?

Yes, predefined issue labels and status definitions are required to automate issue categorization. The triage process relies on your current project tracker configurations to accurately categorize issues, assign roles, and document workflow transitions for bug and feature requests.

How does AI-driven triage support issue state management for maintainers?

AI-driven triage supports issue state management by guiding maintainers in moving issues through states like needs triage, needs info, ready for agent, or closed. It provides structured evaluation and role assignment based on issue content, comments, and labels to prioritize work efficiently.

Can I use AI to monitor issue tracker states and escalate bug reports automatically?

Yes, you can use AI to monitor issue tracker states and escalate bug reports automatically. By instructing the system to classify issues as needs-triage or escalate them for further review, you streamline the prioritization and handling of bug reports within your project management workflow.

When should I avoid automating issue lifecycle management in project management workflows?

You should avoid automating issue lifecycle management if your project lacks consistent issue labels and status definitions. Without these prerequisites, the automated triage process cannot accurately evaluate issue content or categorize and transition issues effectively within your tracker.