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triage

Automate GitHub issue triage with a state machine for categories and states.

1|Updated Jan 24, 2026
Search Tags:#github issues#state machine#out-of-scope#agent brief#workflow triage#afk delegation#bug enhancement
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mattbutlerengineering/mattbutlerengineering --skill triage-mattbutlerengineering
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Skill: triage
Source: https://github.com/mattbutlerengineering/mattbutlerengineering/tree/main/.agents/skills/triage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mattbutlerengineering/mattbutlerengineering --skill triage-mattbutlerengineering

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It solves the problem of slow, inconsistent issue handling by giving maintainers a clear, state-based workflow for triaging bugs and enhancements.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided triage state machine: Ensures each issue ends up with exactly one category role (bug/enhancement) and one state role (needs-triage/needs-info/ready-for-agent/ready-for-human/wontfix).
  • Durable agent briefs: Converts validated issues into actionable, contract-style brief comments for AFK agents using durable guidance rather than brittle file/line references.
  • Out-of-scope knowledge reuse: References the persistent .out-of-scope/ knowledge base to deduplicate prior rejected enhancement concepts and link prior reasoning.

Quick Start

Use the /triage command to move an issue like #42 into ready-for-agent with an agent brief or into wontfix (including out-of-scope documentation for enhancements).

Frequently Asked Questions about triage

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate GitHub issue triage for bugs and enhancements?▼

Automated GitHub issue triage uses a state machine to move bugs and enhancements through states like needs-info, ready-for-agent, or wontfix, ensuring consistent evaluation and clear handling decisions.

What is an AI-driven workflow for managing GitHub issues?▼

An AI-driven GitHub issue workflow applies a triage state machine to user-reported bugs and enhancement requests, assigning exactly one category and one state role to guide maintainers through evaluation and delegation.

How do I create actionable agent briefs from GitHub issues?▼

You create actionable agent briefs by converting validated GitHub issues into contract-style brief comments using durable guidance and testable acceptance criteria rather than brittle file or line references.

How can I deduplicate rejected enhancement requests in GitHub?▼

Deduplicate rejected enhancement requests by referencing a persistent out-of-scope knowledge base that stores prior rejected concepts and links to previous reasoning to maintain consistency.

Does GitHub issue triage work with AFK agents for async task delegation?▼

Yes, GitHub issue triage supports AFK delegation by generating durable, contract-style agent briefs from validated issues that async agents can execute without needing real-time maintainer input.

When should I mark a GitHub issue as wontfix during triage?▼

You mark a GitHub issue as wontfix during triage when an enhancement is explicitly rejected, documenting the reasoning in the persistent out-of-scope knowledge base for future deduplication.

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