github-pr
GitHub PR utilities for code review workflows
Best use case
github-pr is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. GitHub PR utilities for code review workflows
GitHub PR utilities for code review workflows
Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.
Practical example
Example input
Use the "github-pr" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: GitHub PR utilities for code review workflows
Example output
A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.
When to use this skill
- Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.
When not to use this skill
- Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/github-pr/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How github-pr Compares
| Feature / Agent | github-pr | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
GitHub PR utilities for code review workflows
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
## Overview
CLI tools for GitHub pull request operations. Designed to support automated code review workflows. Requires the GitHub CLI (`gh`) to be installed and authenticated.
## Prerequisites
- [bun](https://bun.sh) runtime installed
- [GitHub CLI](https://cli.github.com/) installed and authenticated
```bash
brew install gh
gh auth login
```
## Commands
### Check Review Needed
Determines if a PR should be reviewed by checking various conditions.
```bash
bun .opencode/skill/github-pr/check-review-needed.js [pr-number]
```
**Arguments:**
- `pr-number` - PR number (optional, defaults to current branch's PR)
**Output:**
JSON object with:
- `shouldReview` - boolean indicating if review should proceed
- `reason` - explanation for the decision
- `prNumber` - the PR number checked
**Conditions checked:**
- PR is not closed or merged
- PR is not a draft
- PR is not from a known bot (dependabot, renovate, etc.)
- PR title doesn't indicate automation (bump, chore(deps), etc.)
- PR has not already been reviewed by Claude/AI
- PR is not trivial (2 or fewer lines changed)
**Examples:**
```bash
# Check current branch's PR
bun .opencode/skill/github-pr/check-review-needed.js
# Check specific PR
bun .opencode/skill/github-pr/check-review-needed.js 123
```
---
### List Guideline Files
Finds AGENTS.md (or CLAUDE.md) files relevant to a PR's changes.
```bash
bun .opencode/skill/github-pr/list-guideline-files.js [pr-number] [--json]
```
**Arguments:**
- `pr-number` - PR number (optional, defaults to current branch's PR)
**Options:**
- `--json` - Output as JSON array with file contents
**Search locations:**
- Repository root
- All directories containing files modified in the PR
- Parent directories of modified files
**Priority:** If both AGENTS.md and CLAUDE.md exist in the same directory, AGENTS.md takes precedence.
**Examples:**
```bash
# List guideline files for current PR
bun .opencode/skill/github-pr/list-guideline-files.js
# Get full content as JSON
bun .opencode/skill/github-pr/list-guideline-files.js 123 --json
```
**JSON Output Format:**
```json
[
{
"path": "AGENTS.md",
"content": "# Project Guidelines\n..."
},
{
"path": "src/components/AGENTS.md",
"content": "# Component Guidelines\n..."
}
]
```
---
### Post Inline Comment
Posts a review comment on a specific line or line range in a PR.
```bash
bun .opencode/skill/github-pr/post-inline-comment.js <pr-number> --path <file> --line <n> --body <text>
```
**Arguments:**
- `pr-number` - PR number (optional if on a PR branch)
**Options:**
- `--path <file>` - File path to comment on (required)
- `--line <n>` - Line number to comment on (required)
- `--start-line <n>` - Start line for multi-line comments (optional)
- `--body <text>` - Comment body in markdown (required)
**Suggestion blocks:**
Include a suggestion block for small fixes that can be committed directly:
````markdown
Fix the error handling:
```suggestion
try {
await authenticate();
} catch (e) {
handleAuthError(e);
}
```
````
**Important:** Suggestions must be complete. The author should be able to click "Commit suggestion" without needing additional changes elsewhere.
**Examples:**
```bash
# Single line comment
bun .opencode/skill/github-pr/post-inline-comment.js 123 \
--path src/auth.ts \
--line 67 \
--body "Missing error handling for OAuth callback"
# Multi-line comment (lines 65-70)
bun .opencode/skill/github-pr/post-inline-comment.js 123 \
--path src/auth.ts \
--line 70 \
--start-line 65 \
--body "This authentication block needs refactoring"
```
---
## Integration with gh CLI
These tools wrap the GitHub CLI (`gh`). For operations not covered by these utilities, use `gh` directly:
```bash
# View PR details
gh pr view 123 --json title,body,state,isDraft,files
# Get PR diff
gh pr diff 123
# View PR comments
gh pr view 123 --comments
# Post a regular comment
gh pr comment 123 --body "Comment text"
# View file at PR head
gh api repos/{owner}/{repo}/contents/{path}?ref={branch}
```
## Output Behavior
- Command output is displayed directly to the user in the terminal
- JSON output is formatted for readability and piping
- Use `--json` flag when you need to process output programmaticallyRelated Skills
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