Connect GitHub to Shortcut
Automate workflows between GitHub and Shortcut. No coding required.
What you can automate between GitHub and Shortcut
These are the most popular automations teams set up between GitHub and Shortcut. Each one runs automatically once activated — no manual steps.
Create item when new commit pushed
Add a new task, page, or item automatically when when code is committed to the repository.
Create issue when new item created
Open a new issue or bug report automatically when when a new task, page, or item is created.
Sync GitHub changes to Shortcut
Keep Shortcut updated when when a new pr is opened.
What syncs between GitHub and Shortcut
When an event occurs in GitHub, the relevant data is automatically sent to Shortcut. Arahi maps the fields between both apps so the data arrives in the right format — no manual formatting or exports required.
Data from GitHub
- Issues / PRs
- Commits
- Project items
- Labels / tags
- Assignees
Data from Shortcut
- Tasks
- Pages / documents
- Database items
- Status updates
- Assignees
How to connect GitHub to Shortcut
Follow these steps to set up your integration. The entire process takes under 5 minutes.
What you'll need
- An active GitHub account with repository access
- An active Shortcut account
- A free Arahi AI account (sign up takes 30 seconds)
Create your Arahi AI account
Sign up at app.arahi.ai — it's free and takes 30 seconds. No credit card required. You'll land on the dashboard where you can create your first workflow.
Authenticate GitHub
Click "Add Connection" and select GitHub from the app directory. You'll be redirected to GitHub's authorization page. Grant Arahi access to your repositories, issues, and project data. You control which repos and projects the integration can access.
Authenticate Shortcut
Same process for Shortcut. Click "Add Connection," select Shortcut, and authorize access. Grant Arahi access to your workspaces, databases, pages, and tasks. You select which workspaces the integration can read and write to.
Choose your trigger
Select what event starts the workflow. For this integration, popular triggers include: new commit pushed in github or new item created in shortcut. The trigger fires automatically whenever that event happens — no manual intervention.
Configure the action
Define what happens when the trigger fires. For example: create item in shortcut. Map the data fields between GitHub and Shortcut so the right information lands in the right place.
Test and activate
Run a test to confirm data flows correctly between GitHub and Shortcut. Check that the fields map as expected, then toggle the workflow on. It runs 24/7 from here — Arahi handles retries, error logging, and monitoring automatically.
Why connect GitHub and Shortcut?
Engineering work doesn't exist in isolation. When GitHub issues and PRs sync to Shortcut, product managers and stakeholders get visibility without asking for status updates.
Tips for your GitHub + Shortcut integration
Get more out of this integration with these best practices.
Who uses the GitHub + Shortcut integration?
Teams across industries connect GitHub and Shortcut to streamline their workflows.
Engineering leads managing sprints who rely on Shortcut for productivity
Project management offices who need real-time data from GitHub
Engineering teams and project management offices collaborating across tools
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about connecting GitHub and Shortcut.
How do I connect GitHub to Shortcut?
Sign up for a free Arahi AI account, then click "Add Connection" to authenticate both GitHub and Shortcut via OAuth. Choose a workflow template — like syncing developer tools events to productivity actions — customize the field mapping, and activate. The entire setup takes under 5 minutes.
What can I automate between GitHub and Shortcut?
Popular automations include: create Shortcut tasks from GitHub issues, sync GitHub PR statuses to Shortcut items, close Shortcut tasks when GitHub issues resolve, and update Shortcut sprint boards from GitHub milestones. Labels and priority fields map automatically.
Is the GitHub and Shortcut integration free?
Arahi AI includes 100 free actions per month on the Starter plan — enough for most small teams. If your GitHub-to-Shortcut workflows need more volume, paid plans start at $29/month with unlimited workflows and priority execution.
Is my GitHub data secure when connected to Shortcut?
Yes. Arahi uses OAuth 2.0 for authentication — we never store your GitHub or Shortcut passwords. All data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256). Your developer tools data is only accessed when a workflow runs, and you can revoke access at any time from your Arahi dashboard.
Can I sync data both ways between GitHub and Shortcut?
Yes. You can set up workflows that trigger from either GitHub or Shortcut. For example, create a workflow where GitHub events update Shortcut, and a separate one where Shortcut changes sync back to GitHub. Each direction is configured independently so you have full control.
Do I need technical skills to connect GitHub and Shortcut?
No coding is required. Arahi's visual workflow builder lets you configure triggers, actions, and field mapping with clicks. If you can use GitHub and Shortcut, you can set up the integration. Most users are running their first workflow within 10 minutes.
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