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Feature: Interactive Shell Wizard for GitHub Issue Manager #32

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Description

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Create a comprehensive shell-based wizard that provides an intuitive interface for managing issues, releases, and project status. This wizard will serve as the primary user interface for the GitHub Issue Manager, making it accessible to users who prefer command-line tools over web interfaces.

🎯 Objectives

  • Simplify user experience with guided workflows
  • Reduce learning curve for new users
  • Centralize common operations in one interface
  • Provide real-time status and feedback
  • Test and validate existing automation

📋 Core Features

1. Main Dashboard

  • Project status overview with real-time GitHub API data
  • Quick action menu with numbered options
  • Color-coded health indicators
  • Recent activity summary

2. Release Wizard

  • Pre-flight checks (tests, branch status, uncommitted changes)
  • Version bump selection with impact preview
  • Changelog generation and preview
  • Guided release execution with progress tracking

3. Issue Management

  • Create parent-child issue pairs
  • Smart label suggestions based on content
  • Bulk operations for multiple issues
  • Project board integration

4. Status Monitoring

  • Workflow health checks
  • Dependency validation
  • Performance metrics
  • Error detection with suggested fixes

🛠️ Technical Requirements

  • Shell compatibility: Bash 4.0+ with cross-platform support
  • GitHub CLI integration: Leverage existing gh commands
  • Interactive menus: Arrow key navigation and input validation
  • Error handling: Graceful fallbacks and recovery mechanisms
  • Performance: Fast startup (<2 seconds) and efficient API usage

📊 Success Criteria

  • Time to complete release: < 3 minutes
  • User error rate: < 2%
  • Intuitive workflow requiring minimal documentation
  • 99%+ reliability for valid operations

This wizard will serve as the primary interface for the GitHub Issue Manager, making advanced GitHub automation accessible to all users.

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