accessing-github-repos
About
This skill enables GitHub repository access in containerized environments via REST API when git clone is blocked. It provides automatic credential detection for private repos and supports both read operations and file writing through the API. Use it when you need to access private repositories or when traditional git commands fail in restricted environments.
Quick Install
Claude Code
Recommendednpx skills add oaustegard/claude-skills -a claude-code/plugin add https://github.com/oaustegard/claude-skillsgit clone https://github.com/oaustegard/claude-skills.git ~/.claude/skills/accessing-github-reposCopy and paste this command in Claude Code to install this skill
GitHub Repository
Frequently asked questions
What is the accessing-github-repos skill?
accessing-github-repos is a Claude Skill by oaustegard. Skills package instructions and resources that Claude loads on demand, so Claude can perform accessing-github-repos-related tasks without extra prompting.
How do I install accessing-github-repos?
Use the install commands on this page: add accessing-github-repos to Claude Code as a plugin, or clone its repository into your skills directory, then restart Claude so it picks up the skill.
What category does accessing-github-repos belong to?
accessing-github-repos is in the Development category, tagged ai and api.
Is accessing-github-repos free to use?
Yes. accessing-github-repos is listed on AIMCP and free to install. It runs inside Claude, so no separate service account is required to use the skill itself.
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