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add-badges

Detect project stack and generate shields.io README badges with icons and colors.

4|1|Updated Jan 26, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#ci/cd#readme#badges#project metadata#shields.io
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wyattowalsh/agents --skill add-badges
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: add-badges
Source: https://github.com/wyattowalsh/agents/tree/main/skills/add-badges
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wyattowalsh/agents --skill add-badges

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires uv, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of detecting project technologies and generating Shields.io badges for your README, ensuring your project's status and key metrics are always up-to-date and visually appealing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Detection: Scans your repository to identify languages, frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and more.
  • Badge Generation: Creates dynamic badges for status, coverage, versions, licenses, and other key information.
  • Customization: Supports various styles, layouts, and profiles for tailored badge presentation.
  • Use Case: When adding a new project or updating an existing one, use this Skill to quickly add comprehensive badges to your README, improving its professional appearance and providing instant project insights.

Quick Start

Use the add-badges skill to detect and add badges to your README.md file.

Frequently Asked Questions about add-badges

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically generate shields.io badges for my README?▼

To automatically generate shields.io badges for your README, this Skill scans your repository to detect languages, frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines, then inserts customized status and version badges with live endpoints.

Can I customize README badge styles and layouts for different project profiles?▼

You can customize README badge styles and layouts for different project profiles by configuring tailored presentation options, allowing you to control icons, colors, and visual formats during the generation process.

Do I need Python and uv to add badges to my project README?▼

Yes, you need Python, uv, and git installed to run the scripts for adding badges to your project README, as uv handles script execution and dependency management for the badge generation process.

What is the best way to keep project metadata badges updated in a README file?▼

The best way to keep project metadata badges updated in a README file is by automating the detection of your project stack, which dynamically generates and updates shields.io badges to reflect current status and key metrics.

Does the badge generation process support CI/CD pipeline detection?▼

Yes, the badge generation process supports CI/CD pipeline detection by scanning your repository to identify continuous integration setups, allowing it to create dynamic badges reflecting your build status and coverage.

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