Writing40k · #5079

create-github-issue-feature-from-specification

Generates a GitHub feature request from a specification file. This helps create new development tasks in an organized way.

What it does

This tool automatically creates a GitHub 'issue' for new features based on a specification file. It organizes the information so the development team knows what needs to be done.

When to use it

✓When you have a detailed document for a new feature.
✓To ensure all details of the new feature are recorded on GitHub.
✓If you need to create a clear record for a new improvement idea.

Example of what to ask your AI

“Create a GitHub issue for the feature described in the 'new_feature.yml' file.”

Want more? Open the sections below.

How to use

The easiest way: copy the message below and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or any AI. It reads the skill and follows the instructions.

Skill link

https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot/blob/main/skills/create-github-issue-feature-from-specification/SKILL.md

Ready-to-paste message

Use this skill to help me: https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot/blob/main/skills/create-github-issue-feature-from-specification/SKILL.md Read the SKILL.md file at that link and follow its instructions for my task.

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How it works

The tool reads your specification file, checks for similar existing issues on GitHub, and then creates a new 'issue' or updates an existing one if needed. It uses a standard template to ensure information is well-organized.

Installation

Easiest way: copy the skill link and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor asking it to follow the instructions.

In the terminal (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor), in your project folder:

npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill create-github-issue-feature-from-specification

Or download just the file:

curl -L https://raw.githubusercontent.com/github/awesome-copilot/main/skills/create-github-issue-feature-from-specification/SKILL.md -o SKILL.md

Technical content (original SKILL.md)

Original text by the author, straight from GitHub.

Create GitHub Issue from Specification

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

Process

Analyze specification file to extract requirements
Check existing issues using search_issues
Create new issue using create_issue or update existing with update_issue
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)

FAQ

What is a GitHub 'issue'?

An 'issue' is like a task, a feature request, or a bug report on GitHub. It's a way to organize the team's work.

What is a specification file?

It's a document that describes in detail a new feature or improvement you want to implement.

Does the tool check if something similar already exists?

Yes, it searches for existing 'issues' to avoid duplicates and ensure you are creating something new.

Details

Original description by the author

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

repo: github/awesome-copilot

Popularity

GitHub stars: 40k
Ranking position: #5079
License: MIT
Updated: 10/15/2026

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