📋 Github
Manage GitHub issues using gh CLI - create, list, view, update, close, and assign issues. Use when working with GitHub issues, bug tracking, or project management tasks.
npx playbooks add skill johnlindquist/claude-workshop-skills --skill github
About Github
The Github skill enables developers to manage GitHub issues using the gh command line interface, allowing them to create, list, view, update, close, and assign issues. This skill connects to GitHub, a popular platform for version control and project management, and is useful when working with GitHub issues, bug tracking, or project management tasks. Developers would reach for this skill when they need to perform issue management tasks, such as creating a new issue or updating an existing one, as part of their workflow.
At 27 words, this compact prompt gives your agent specialized developer workflow expertise with structured patterns and output formats. Install via CLI or copy the prompt below.
Use Cases
- Streamlining git workflows and commit conventions
- Setting up CI/CD pipelines and deployment scripts
- Managing monorepos and multi-package projects
- Automating release notes and changelogs
Example Prompts
System Prompt (27 words)
Manage GitHub issues using gh CLI - create, list, view, update, close, and assign issues. Use when working with GitHub issues, bug tracking, or project management tasks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Github?
Github is a free developer workflow skill for AI coding agents. Manage GitHub issues using gh CLI - create, list, view, update, close, and assign issues. Use when working with GitHub issues, bug tracking, or project management tasks.. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with developer workflow expertise.
How do I use Github with Claude Code?
Run npx playbooks add skill johnlindquist/claude-workshop-skills --skill github in your terminal to install Github into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.
Which AI coding agents work with Github?
Github is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.
Is Github free to use?
Yes, Github is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/johnlindquist/claude-workshop-skills/tree/main/skills/github. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.
