Does it support custom agents?

Absolutely. The skill covers how to locate, invoke, and create custom agents at the user, repository, and organization levels.

How do I resolve authentication or 'no subscription' errors?

It offers specific troubleshooting steps for session management, including /login procedures and verifying subscription status on GitHub.

Can I use this skill to configure MCP servers?

Yes, it includes detailed instructions for adding, listing, and editing MCP server configurations to extend Copilot's functionality.

How do I install GitHub Copilot CLI using this skill?

The skill provides platform-specific commands for Homebrew, npm (Node.js 22+), and WinGet, along with troubleshooting steps for PATH configuration.

What is the difference between interactive and programmatic mode?

Interactive mode is for natural conversation in the terminal, while programmatic mode allows you to pass prompts directly via flags for scripting and automation.

GitHub Copilot CLI Expert

Name: GitHub Copilot CLI Expert
Author: rysweet

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Productivity & Workflow

Provides comprehensive expertise for installing, configuring, and mastering the GitHub Copilot Command Line Interface.

This skill transforms Claude into an expert on the terminal-native GitHub Copilot experience, offering deep knowledge of installation procedures across all major platforms, advanced slash commands, and integration with Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. It guides users through complex workflows such as custom agent creation, programmatic scripting, and secure permission management, making it an essential companion for developers seeking to optimize their command-line AI productivity and GitHub integrations.

Key Features

01Platform-specific installation and update guidance for Homebrew, npm, and WinGet

0220 GitHub stars

03Advanced configuration support for custom agents and Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers

04Security model guidance for trusted directories and tool execution permissions

05Comprehensive reference for all slash commands including /mcp, /agent, and /delegate

06Instructions for programmatic usage and interactive session management

Use Cases

01Setting up and authenticating GitHub Copilot CLI on new development environments

02Developing custom agents for specialized repository-level coding tasks

03Configuring and debugging MCP servers to extend terminal AI capabilities

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add rysweet/amplihack github-copilot-cli-expert

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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