work-on-issue

Automate GitHub issue workflows from branch creation to pull request.

Updated May 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aryaxt/aryaxt-skills --skill work-on-issue-aryaxt
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Skill: work-on-issue
Source: https://github.com/aryaxt/aryaxt-skills/tree/main/skills/work-on-issue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aryaxt/aryaxt-skills --skill work-on-issue-aryaxt

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the entire GitHub issue workflow, from reading the issue to opening a pull request and moving the card to review, saving time and reducing manual errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Autonomous Issue Handling: Fully automated loop for handling GitHub issues, including reading the issue, creating a branch, implementing, testing, and opening a pull request.
  • Kanban Management: Automatically moves the issue card through the workflow stages (e.g., In Progress, Review).
  • Integration with Other Tools: Integrates with other Claude Code skills like superpowers:writing-plans, superpowers:test-driven-development, and superpowers:requesting-code-review.

Quick Start

Use the /work-on-issue <issue-number> command to start the process for a specific GitHub issue.

Frequently Asked Questions about work-on-issue

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

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How do I automate the GitHub issue workflow from branching to pull request?

You can automate the GitHub issue workflow by using a command to read the issue, create a branch, implement changes, run tests, open a pull request, and move the card to review.

Can I automatically move GitHub issue cards to review after opening a pull request?

Yes, automated Kanban management moves the GitHub issue card through workflow stages like In Progress and Review immediately after the pull request is opened.

What is needed to integrate automated issue handling with continuous integration testing?

Integrating automated issue handling with testing requires GitHub API access and integration with test-driven development skills to validate implementations before opening a pull request.

Does automated issue management work with code review and planning tools?

Yes, the automated workflow integrates with writing-plans, test-driven-development, and requesting-code-review tools to handle planning, implementation, testing, and review stages.

How do I start an automated workflow for a specific GitHub issue?

Start the automated workflow by executing the work-on-issue command followed by the specific GitHub issue number to process the issue from reading through pull request.

What are the limitations of automating GitHub issue workflows?

Automating GitHub issue workflows requires GitHub API access and depends on integration with other Claude Code skills for planning and testing; it cannot operate fully independently without these dependencies.