GitHub CLI

Overview

GitHub operations should be fast, scriptable, and verifiable. Stay in terminal flow—use web UI only for complex reviews.

MANDATORY: Always verify gh operations succeeded. Never assume commands worked.

Iron Law

• NO PR CREATION WITHOUT REVIEWING ALL COMMITS IN BRANCH
• NO PR MERGING WITHOUT USER CONFIRMATION
• NO FORCE OPERATIONS WITHOUT EXPLICIT REQUEST
• ALWAYS VERIFY GH OPERATIONS SUCCEEDED

When to Use / Not Use

Use gh CLI for: Creating PRs, monitoring CI, managing issues, checking out PRs for review, routine operations.