How to Write a Pull Request Description with AI

Writing a good PR description takes longer than it should. You've already done the hard work — the code is done — but now you're staring at a blank text box trying to summarize context, motivation, and testing notes while your brain is already on the next task. AI handles this well. Here's a step-by-step walkthrough you can use today.

Why PR Descriptions Get Skipped (or Written Badly)

Bad PR descriptions slow down review cycles. Reviewers ask questions that are already answered in the diff, or they approve without really understanding the change. The fix isn't discipline — it's reducing the friction of writing a good description in the first place.

Step 1: Get Your Raw Diff