Azure-Devops-Cli
Azure-Devops-Cli is an engineering AI skill with a core value of Manage Azure DevOps resources via CLI including projects, repos, pipelines, builds, pull requests, work items, artifacts, and service endpoints. It
helps developers solve real-world problems in the engineering domain, boosting
efficiency, automating repetitive tasks, and optimizing workflows.
Manage Azure DevOps resources via CLI including projects, repos, pipelines, builds, pull requests, work items, artifacts, and service endpoints. Use when working with Azure DevOps, az commands, devops
Quick Facts
mkdir -p ./skills/azure-devops-cli && curl -sfL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/github/awesome-copilot/main/skills/azure-devops-cli/SKILL.md -o ./skills/azure-devops-cli/SKILL.mdRun in terminal / PowerShell. Requires curl (Unix) or PowerShell 5+ (Windows).
Skill Content
# Azure DevOps CLI
Manage Azure DevOps resources using the Azure CLI with the Azure DevOps extension.
**CLI Version:** 2.81.0 (current as of 2025)
Prerequisites
# Install Azure CLI
brew install azure-cli # macOS
curl -sL https://aka.ms/InstallAzureCLIDeb | sudo bash # Linux
# Install Azure DevOps extension
az extension add --name azure-devopsAuthentication
# Login with PAT token
az devops login --organization https://dev.azure.com/{org} --token YOUR_PAT_TOKEN
# Set default organization and project (avoids repeating --org/--project)
# Note: Legacy URL https://{org}.visualstudio.com should be replaced with https://dev.azure.com/{org}
az devops configure --defaults organization=https://dev.azure.com/{org} project={project}
# List current configuration
az devops configure --listCLI Structure
az devops # Main DevOps commands
├── admin # Administration (banner)
├── extension # Extension management
├── project # Team projects
├── security # Security operations
│ ├── group # Security groups
│ └── permission # Security permissions
├── service-endpoint # Service connections
├── team # Teams
├── user # Users
├── wiki # Wikis
├── configure # Set defaults
├── invoke # Invoke REST API
├── login # Authenticate
└── logout # Clear credentials
az pipelines # Azure Pipelines
├── agent # Agents
├── build # Builds
├── folder # Pipeline folders
├── pool # Agent pools
├── queue # Agent queues
├── release # Releases
├── runs # Pipeline runs
├── variable # Pipeline variables
└── variable-group # Variable groups
az boards # Azure Boards
├── area # Area paths
├── iteration # Iterations
└── work-item # Work items
az repos # Azure Repos
├── import # Git imports
├── policy # Branch policies
├── pr # Pull requests
└── ref # Git references
az artifacts # Azure Artifacts
└── universal # Universal PackagesReference Files
Read the relevant reference file based on the user's task. Each file contains complete command syntax and examples for its domain.
| File | When to read | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| `references/repos-and-prs.md` | Repos, branches, pull requests, branch policies | Repositories, Import, PRs (create/list/vote/reviewers/policies), Git refs, Branch policies |
| `references/pipelines-and-builds.md` | Pipelines, builds, releases, artifacts | Pipelines CRUD, runs, builds, releases, artifacts download/upload |
| `references/boards-and-iterations.md` | Work items, sprints, area paths | Work items (WIQL/create/update/relations), Area paths, Iterations, Team iterations |
| `references/variables-and-agents.md` | Pipeline variables, agent pools | Pipeline variables, Variable groups, Pipeline folders, Agent pools/queues |
| `references/org-and-security.md` | Projects, teams, users, permissions, wikis | Projects, Extensions, Teams, Users, Security groups/permissions, Service endpoints, Wikis, Admin |
| `references/advanced-usage.md` | Output formatting, JMESPath queries | Output formats, JMESPath queries (basic + advanced), Global args, Common params, Git aliases |
| `references/workflows-and-patterns.md` | Automation scripts, best practices, error handling | Common workflows, Best practices, Error handling, Scripting patterns, Real-world examples |
| `references/long-comments-on-windows.md` | Long `--discussion`, `--description`, or `--content` values failing on Windows | The `cmd.exe` 8191 char cap on `az.cmd`, shell detection, and three verified workarounds (`azps.ps1`, native `--file-path`, `az devops invoke --in-file`) |
🎯 Best For
- UI designers
- Product designers
- Claude users
- GitHub Copilot users
- AI users
💡 Use Cases
- Generating component mockups
- Creating design system tokens
- Using Azure-Devops-Cli in daily workflow
- Automating repetitive engineering tasks
📖 How to Use This Skill
- 1
Install the Skill
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The SKILL.md file downloads to your local skills directory.
- 2
Load into Your AI Assistant
Open Claude or GitHub Copilot and reference the skill. Paste the SKILL.md content or use the system prompt tab.
- 3
Apply Azure-Devops-Cli to Your Work
Provide context for your task — paste source material, describe your audience, or share existing work to guide the AI.
- 4
Review and Refine
Edit the AI output for accuracy, tone, and completeness. Add human insight where the AI lacks context.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does this work with Figma?
Some design skills integrate with Figma plugins. Check the Works With section for supported tools.
How do I install Azure-Devops-Cli?
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The skill downloads to ./skills/azure-devops-cli/SKILL.md, ready to use.
Can I customize this skill for my team?
Absolutely. Edit the SKILL.md file to add team-specific instructions, examples, or workflows.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
Skipping usability testing
AI-generated designs should be validated with real users before development.
Not reading the full skill
Skills contain important context and edge cases beyond the quick start.