Feature Request: "Backups" for Pull Requests on GitHub

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Feature Request: "Backups" for Pull Requests on GitHub

Problem Statement
Developers often create pull requests (PRs) that they don’t want to merge immediately but still wish to keep easily accessible for future reference. Currently, if a PR is closed, it gets lost in the sea of thousands of other closed PRs. Even with specific labels, finding it later can be time-consuming and inconvenient.

Proposed Solution
Introduce a "Backups" feature that allows users to save PRs in a dedicated section for later reference. This would function similarly to bookmarks or an archive system. Key features might include:

1. A "Backup" button on the PR page, separate from "Close" or "Merge."
2. A dedicated "Backups" tab in the repository view, showing only backed-up PRs.
3. The ability to add notes or tags to a backed-up PR for easier identification.
4. Search and filter functionalities specifically for the "Backups" section.

Benefits

• Simplifies organization for developers working on long-term or experimental features.
• Reduces reliance on external tools or manual label management.
• Improves the overall developer experience on GitHub by offering a more intuitive way to manage unfinished or paused PRs.

Optional Enhancements

• Allow repository maintainers to control access to the "Backups" section (e.g., private backups vs. team-wide).
• Notifications or reminders for backed-up PRs that have been inactive for a specified period.

Conclusion
This feature would significantly enhance productivity for developers and teams using GitHub. It creates a smoother workflow and eliminates the frustration of losing track of important PRs.

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