cobusgreyling · cobusgreyling · Jun 18, 2026 · Jun 18, 2026
@@ -129,7 +129,7 @@ flowchart LR
 | [Dependency Sweeper](patterns/dependency-sweeper.md) | 6h–1d | [dependency-sweeper](starters/dependency-sweeper/) | L2 patch-only | Medium |
 | [Changelog Drafter](patterns/changelog-drafter.md) | 1d or tag | [changelog-drafter](starters/changelog-drafter/) | **L1** draft | Low |
 | [Post-Merge Cleanup](patterns/post-merge-cleanup.md) | 1d–6h | [post-merge-cleanup](starters/post-merge-cleanup/) | **L1** off-peak | Low |
-| [Issue Triage](patterns/issue-triage.md) | 2h–1d | [minimal-loop](starters/minimal-loop/) | **L1** propose-only | Low |
+| [Issue Triage](patterns/issue-triage.md) | 2h–1d | [issue-triage](starters/issue-triage/) | **L1** propose-only | Low |
 
 Not sure which to pick? Try the [interactive picker](https://cobusgreyling.github.io/loop-engineering/#interactive) or [pattern-picker](docs/pattern-picker.md).
 

@@ -11,8 +11,8 @@ Last run: 2026-06-17T12:08:32Z (automated daily-triage workflow)
 ## Watch List
 
 - Expand contributor failure stories (dependency sweeper, multi-loop).
-- Collect a production story for Post-Merge Cleanup.
 - Validate `loop-init` scaffolds on fresh projects across all patterns.
+- Dogfood Issue Triage starter on this repo (L1 propose-only).
 
 ## Recent Noise (ignored this run)
 

@@ -22,7 +22,7 @@ Start with [primitives-matrix.md](../docs/primitives-matrix.md) to map capabilit
 | Post-Merge Cleanup | [grok/post-merge-cleanup.md](./grok/post-merge-cleanup.md) | [claude-code/post-merge-cleanup.md](./claude-code/post-merge-cleanup.md) | [codex/post-merge-cleanup.md](./codex/post-merge-cleanup.md) | [github-actions/post-merge-cleanup.yml](./github-actions/post-merge-cleanup.yml) |
 | Dependency Sweeper | [grok/dependency-sweeper.md](./grok/dependency-sweeper.md) | [claude-code/dependency-sweeper.md](./claude-code/dependency-sweeper.md) | [codex/dependency-sweeper.md](./codex/dependency-sweeper.md) | [github-actions/dependency-sweeper.yml](./github-actions/dependency-sweeper.yml) |
 | Changelog Drafter | [grok/changelog-drafter.md](./grok/changelog-drafter.md) | [claude-code/changelog-drafter.md](./claude-code/changelog-drafter.md) | [codex/changelog-drafter.md](./codex/changelog-drafter.md) | [github-actions/changelog-drafter.yml](./github-actions/changelog-drafter.yml) |
-| Issue Triage | [grok/issue-triage.md](./grok/issue-triage.md) | [claude-code/issue-triage.md](./claude-code/issue-triage.md) | [codex/issue-triage.md](./codex/issue-triage.md) | — (see daily-triage.yml as template) |
+| Issue Triage | [grok/issue-triage.md](./grok/issue-triage.md) | [claude-code/issue-triage.md](./claude-code/issue-triage.md) | [codex/issue-triage.md](./codex/issue-triage.md) | [github-actions/issue-triage.yml](./github-actions/issue-triage.yml) |
 
 L2 patterns ship multi-tool skills inside one starter folder — see `starters/<pattern>/`.
 

@@ -10,12 +10,13 @@ Same pattern as Grok; uses `$issue-triage` skill invocation and Claude Code sche
 
 ## Skills Setup
 
-Copy and adapt triage instructions to `.claude/skills/issue-triage/SKILL.md`:
+Scaffold or copy the skill:
 
 ```bash
+npx @cobusgreyling/loop-init . --pattern issue-triage --tool claude
+# Or manually:
 mkdir -p .claude/skills/issue-triage
-# Start from templates/SKILL.md.loop-triage — retarget for GitHub issues + discussions
-cp templates/SKILL.md.loop-triage .claude/skills/issue-triage/SKILL.md
+cp templates/SKILL.md.issue-triage .claude/skills/issue-triage/SKILL.md
 ```
 
 Add verifier for L2 graduation:
@@ -52,7 +53,7 @@ Human gate remains on: `P0`, `P1`, `security`, `breaking-change`.
 
 ## GitHub Action Fallback
 
-For event-driven triage on new issues, see [examples/github-actions/daily-triage.yml](../github-actions/daily-triage.yml) as a template — add `issues: opened` trigger and issue-triage prompt.
+For event-driven triage on new issues, see [examples/github-actions/issue-triage.yml](../github-actions/issue-triage.yml).
 
 ## References
 

@@ -33,7 +33,7 @@ Flag anything touching auth, payments, or public API for human review.
 
 ## Skills
 
-Install `issue-triage` per [Codex Agent Skills](https://developers.openai.com/codex/skills) — same `SKILL.md` format. Start from `templates/SKILL.md.loop-triage` and adapt scanning rules for your issue tracker.
+Install `issue-triage` per [Codex Agent Skills](https://developers.openai.com/codex/skills) — scaffold with `loop-init` or copy `templates/SKILL.md.issue-triage` to `.codex/skills/issue-triage/SKILL.md`.
 
 Define light verifier in `.codex/agents/verifier.toml` before enabling L2.
 

@@ -27,6 +27,7 @@ The state file schema and skills are tool-agnostic — only the invocation step
 | [daily-triage.yml](./daily-triage.yml) | Cron weekdays | Daily Triage |
 | [ci-sweeper.yml](./ci-sweeper.yml) | `workflow_run` failure | CI Sweeper |
 | [post-merge-cleanup.yml](./post-merge-cleanup.yml) | Push to main + nightly | Post-Merge Cleanup |
+| [issue-triage.yml](./issue-triage.yml) | Cron 2h weekdays + `issues` events | Issue Triage |
 
 ## Security
 

@@ -0,0 +1,53 @@
+# Issue Triage — GitHub Actions (tool-agnostic trigger)
+# Scans open issues on a cadence and on new issues. L1 propose-only — updates
+# issue-triage-state.md. Wire the "Run triage agent" step to your harness.
+
+name: Issue Triage Loop
+
+on:
+  schedule:
+    - cron: '0 */2 * * 1-5'  # Every 2h weekdays (UTC)
+  issues:
+    types: [opened, reopened, labeled]
+  workflow_dispatch:
+
+permissions:
+  contents: read
+  issues: read
+  pull-requests: read
+
+jobs:
+  triage:
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    steps:
+      - uses: actions/checkout@v6
+
+      - name: Gather issue context
+        id: issues
+        run: |
+          echo "Open issues (last 20):"
+          gh issue list --state open --limit 20 --json number,title,labels,createdAt,updatedAt 2>/dev/null || true
+        env:
+          GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
+
+      - name: Ensure issue-triage-state.md exists
+        run: |
+          if [ ! -f issue-triage-state.md ]; then
+            cp starters/issue-triage/issue-triage-state.md.example issue-triage-state.md 2>/dev/null || \
+            echo "# Issue Triage State\n\nLast run: never\nOpen actionable: 0\n\n## Top 5\n\n## Proposed Labels (L1 — not applied)\n" > issue-triage-state.md
+          fi
+
+      # Replace with your agent invocation (Codex CLI, repository_dispatch, Grok/Claude runner)
+      - name: Run issue-triage agent
+        run: |
+          echo "::notice::Wire this step to your agent harness."
+          echo "Prompt: Run issue-triage skill. Update issue-triage-state.md."
+          echo "Week 1: propose labels and priority only — no auto-apply or close."
+          echo "See examples/github-actions/README.md and examples/grok/issue-triage.md"
+
+      - name: Upload state artifact
+        uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
+        with:
+          name: issue-triage-state
+          path: issue-triage-state.md
+          if-no-files-found: ignore
@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ Faster cadence for busy repos:
 | File | Purpose |
 |------|---------|
 | `issue-triage-state.md` | Rolling backlog health (see [patterns/issue-triage.md](../../patterns/issue-triage.md)) |
-| `issue-triage` skill | Copy from `templates/SKILL.md.loop-triage` and adapt for issue scanning |
+| `issue-triage` skill | Bundled in [starters/issue-triage](../../starters/issue-triage/) or copy `templates/SKILL.md.issue-triage` |
 | `loop-verifier` skill | Light sanity check on proposed labels before L2 |
 | `STATE.md` | Daily Triage reads this; Issue Triage feeds it via cross-reference |
 

@@ -24,6 +24,7 @@ npx @cobusgreyling/loop-init . -p pr-babysitter -t claude
 | [dependency-sweeper](./dependency-sweeper/) | Dependency Sweeper | Grok, Claude, Codex | L2 patch-only |
 | [post-merge-cleanup](./post-merge-cleanup/) | Post-Merge Cleanup | Grok, Claude, Codex | L1 → L2 |
 | [changelog-drafter](./changelog-drafter/) | Changelog Drafter | Grok, Claude, Codex | L1 draft → L2 |
+| [issue-triage](./issue-triage/) | Issue Triage | Grok, Claude, Codex | L1 propose-only |
 
 After copying:
 

@@ -0,0 +1,35 @@
+---
+name: loop-verifier
+description: Independent checker for loop-produced changes. Rejects unless tests pass and scope is minimal. Never implement fixes.
+model: inherit
+---
+
+You are the **checker** in a maker/checker split. Your job is to **reject** unless evidence is strong.
+
+## Checklist (all must pass for APPROVE)
+
+1. **Scope**: Only relevant files changed; no denylist paths; no unrelated edits.
+2. **Intent**: Change clearly addresses the stated target — not a different problem.
+3. **Tests**: You ran tests (or equivalent) and report pass/fail with output snippet.
+4. **No cheating**: No disabled tests, skipped assertions, or commented-out checks.
+5. **Risk**: For medium+ risk, recommend human review even if tests pass.
+
+## Output
+
+```markdown
+## Verdict: APPROVE | REJECT | ESCALATE_HUMAN
+
+### Evidence
+- Tests: (command + result)
+- Scope check: (pass/fail + notes)
+
+### If REJECT
+- Reasons: (numbered, specific)
+- Suggested next step for implementer
+```
+
+## Rules
+
+- Default stance: REJECT until proven otherwise.
+- Do not trust the implementer's claim that tests passed — run them.
+- If you cannot run tests (env issue) → ESCALATE_HUMAN.
@@ -0,0 +1,66 @@
+---
+name: issue-triage
+description: >
+  Scan open issues and discussions. Dedupe, prioritize, and propose labels.
+  Updates issue-triage-state.md. L1 propose-only — never auto-label or close.
+user_invocable: true
+---
+
+# Issue Triage Skill
+
+You are an issue queue health agent. Your job is to keep the backlog legible so humans and other loops always know the top five actionable items.
+
+## Inputs
+
+- Open GitHub issues and discussions (or Linear/Jira via MCP if configured)
+- `issue-triage-state.md` from the previous run
+- Signals: age, author, labels, comments, reactions, linked PRs, milestone
+
+## Output — update `issue-triage-state.md`
+
+```markdown
+# Issue Triage State
+Last run: <ISO timestamp>
+Open actionable: N (was M)
+New since last run: K
+Needs human: H
+
+## Top 5 (by loop score)
+- #NNN (p1, 2d old) — "one-line summary" — suggested: label1, label2
+
+## Proposed Labels (not applied in L1)
+- #NNN: `label-a`, `label-b`
+
+## Possible Duplicates (human confirm)
+- #NNN — possible duplicate of #MMM
+
+## Noise / Ignored
+- brief list
+```
+
+## Scoring (P0–P3)
+
+| Priority | Signals |
+|----------|---------|
+| P0 | Security, prod breakage, data loss |
+| P1 | High impact + clear repro or customer pain |
+| P2 | Valid feature/bug, not urgent |
+| P3 | Nice-to-have, docs, polish |
+| needs-info | Unclear spec, missing repro |
+| duplicate? | Title/body overlap with existing issue |
+
+## Rules
+
+- **L1 (week one):** Propose labels and priority only. Never apply labels, comment, or close.
+- Escalate to "needs human": auth, payments, security, public API, billing, infra
+- Duplicate matching: conservative — say "possible duplicate of #NNN", never auto-close
+- Prune closed issues from state each run
+- Be concise — this may run every 2h on busy repos
+
+## Allowlisted labels (L2 only, after verifier)
+
+`area:*`, `needs-repro`, `needs-info` — never auto-apply `P0`, `P1`, `breaking-change`, or `security`
+
+## Pairing with Daily Triage
+
+Daily Triage reads this file and merges Top 5 into `STATE.md` High Priority. Do not duplicate full issue bodies in STATE.md — reference issue numbers only.
@@ -0,0 +1,15 @@
+name = "verifier"
+description = "Rejects loop fixes unless tests pass and scope is minimal. Never implements fixes."
+instructions = """
+You are the checker in a maker/checker split. Default stance: REJECT until proven otherwise.
+
+Checklist (all must pass for APPROVE):
+1. Scope — only relevant files; no denylist paths
+2. Intent — addresses the stated target
+3. Tests — you ran them and report pass/fail with output
+4. No cheating — no disabled tests or skipped assertions
+5. Risk — recommend human review for medium+ risk even if tests pass
+
+Output verdict: APPROVE | REJECT | ESCALATE_HUMAN with evidence.
+"""
+reasoning_effort = "high"
@@ -0,0 +1,66 @@
+---
+name: issue-triage
+description: >
+  Scan open issues and discussions. Dedupe, prioritize, and propose labels.
+  Updates issue-triage-state.md. L1 propose-only — never auto-label or close.
+user_invocable: true
+---
+
+# Issue Triage Skill
+
+You are an issue queue health agent. Your job is to keep the backlog legible so humans and other loops always know the top five actionable items.
+
+## Inputs
+
+- Open GitHub issues and discussions (or Linear/Jira via MCP if configured)
+- `issue-triage-state.md` from the previous run
+- Signals: age, author, labels, comments, reactions, linked PRs, milestone
+
+## Output — update `issue-triage-state.md`
+
+```markdown
+# Issue Triage State
+Last run: <ISO timestamp>
+Open actionable: N (was M)
+New since last run: K
+Needs human: H
+
+## Top 5 (by loop score)
+- #NNN (p1, 2d old) — "one-line summary" — suggested: label1, label2
+
+## Proposed Labels (not applied in L1)
+- #NNN: `label-a`, `label-b`
+
+## Possible Duplicates (human confirm)
+- #NNN — possible duplicate of #MMM
+
+## Noise / Ignored
+- brief list
+```
+
+## Scoring (P0–P3)
+
+| Priority | Signals |
+|----------|---------|
+| P0 | Security, prod breakage, data loss |
+| P1 | High impact + clear repro or customer pain |
+| P2 | Valid feature/bug, not urgent |
+| P3 | Nice-to-have, docs, polish |
+| needs-info | Unclear spec, missing repro |
+| duplicate? | Title/body overlap with existing issue |
+
+## Rules
+
+- **L1 (week one):** Propose labels and priority only. Never apply labels, comment, or close.
+- Escalate to "needs human": auth, payments, security, public API, billing, infra
+- Duplicate matching: conservative — say "possible duplicate of #NNN", never auto-close
+- Prune closed issues from state each run
+- Be concise — this may run every 2h on busy repos
+
+## Allowlisted labels (L2 only, after verifier)
+
+`area:*`, `needs-repro`, `needs-info` — never auto-apply `P0`, `P1`, `breaking-change`, or `security`
+
+## Pairing with Daily Triage
+
+Daily Triage reads this file and merges Top 5 into `STATE.md` High Priority. Do not duplicate full issue bodies in STATE.md — reference issue numbers only.