What happens if a branch with that name already exists?

The skill includes error handling that will inform you if the branch name is already taken and suggest checking out the existing branch instead.

Does it check if the GitHub issue is open?

Yes, the skill uses the GitHub CLI to verify that the specified issue exists and is currently in an open state before attempting to create a branch.

Do I need the GitHub CLI installed to use this skill?

Yes, this skill relies on the 'gh' command-line tool to fetch issue metadata and validate repository state.

What naming convention does this skill use?

The skill uses a strict 'issue- ' format, such as 'issue-42', to ensure all branches are easily traceable to their source tasks.

Can this skill help me find the correct issue number?

If an issue number isn't provided, the skill can list recent issues using the GitHub CLI to help you identify the correct target for your branch.

GitHub Issue Branch Creator

Name: GitHub Issue Branch Creator
Author: ayazhankadessova

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Creates standardized git development branches linked directly to GitHub issue numbers for improved traceability.

The Fork Dev Branch skill streamlines the transition from task management to active development by automating the creation of git branches tied to GitHub issues. By enforcing a consistent 'issue-<number>' naming convention, it ensures that every branch in a repository can be instantly mapped back to its corresponding documentation, discussion, and requirements. The skill integrates with the GitHub CLI to verify that an issue exists and is currently open before creating the branch, preventing common errors and maintaining a clean, organized development environment for both solo developers and large teams.

主な機能

01Automated GitHub issue status verification

02Robust error handling for closed or missing issues

03GitHub CLI (gh) integration for real-time data

04Standardized branch naming convention (issue-NNN)

05Seamless branch creation and checkout

060 GitHub stars

ユースケース

01Verifying issue context and status before starting code changes

02Enforcing consistent naming patterns across a collaborative development team

03Initializing a new feature or bug fix branch directly from a conversation

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npx skillfish add ayazhankadessova/essential-skills fork-dev-branch

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