create-github-issue-feature-from-specification

Create GitHub Issue for feature request from specification file using feature_request.yml template.

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Best use case

create-github-issue-feature-from-specification is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.

Create GitHub Issue for feature request from specification file using feature_request.yml template.

Teams using create-github-issue-feature-from-specification should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.

When to use this skill

You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.

When not to use this skill

You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.

Installation

Claude Code / Cursor / Codex

$curl -o ~/.claude/skills/create-github-issue-feature-from-specification/SKILL.md --create-dirs "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/github/awesome-copilot/main/skills/create-github-issue-feature-from-specification/SKILL.md"

Manual Installation

Download SKILL.md from GitHub
Place it in .claude/skills/create-github-issue-feature-from-specification/SKILL.md inside your project
Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill

How create-github-issue-feature-from-specification Compares

Feature / Agent	create-github-issue-feature-from-specification	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?

Create GitHub Issue for feature request from specification file using feature_request.yml template.

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

# Create GitHub Issue from Specification

Create GitHub Issue for the specification at `${file}`.

## Process

1. Analyze specification file to extract requirements
2. Check existing issues using `search_issues`
3. Create new issue using `create_issue` or update existing with `update_issue`
4. Use `feature_request.yml` template (fallback to default)

## Requirements

- Single issue for the complete specification
- Clear title identifying the specification
- Include only changes required by the specification
- Verify against existing issues before creation

## Issue Content

- Title: Feature name from specification
- Description: Problem statement, proposed solution, and context
- Labels: feature, enhancement (as appropriate)

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