ankane-readme-writer

Generate and update Ruby gem README files using the Ankane-style template.

Updated Jun 28, 2022

Search Tags:#documentation #code generation #technical writing #readme #ruby gems #ankane style

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npx skills add https://github.com/pcasaretto/nix-home --skill ankane-readme-writer-pcasaretto

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Skill: ankane-readme-writer
Source: https://github.com/pcasaretto/nix-home/tree/main/home-manager/modules/common/pi/compound-engineering/skills/ankane-readme-writer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pcasaretto/nix-home --skill ankane-readme-writer-pcasaretto

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation and updating of README files for Ruby gems, ensuring they adhere to the concise, imperative, and well-structured Ankane style.

Core Features & Use Cases

Ankane-Style README Generation: Creates READMEs with a specific header, installation, quick start, usage, contributing, and license sections.
Imperative Voice & Brevity: Enforces short sentences (<= 15 words) and imperative verbs for clear, direct instructions.
Use Case: When developing a new Ruby gem, use this Skill to quickly generate a professional, standardized README that follows best practices for gem documentation.

Quick Start

Use the ankane-readme-writer skill to create a README for a gem named 'my-awesome-gem'.

Frequently Asked Questions about ankane-readme-writer

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

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How do I generate an Ankane-style README for a Ruby gem?▼

To generate an Ankane-style README for a Ruby gem, use this Skill to automate creation of standardized documentation sections including installation, quick start, usage, contributing, and license. It enforces concise imperative voice and structured formatting rules for code examples and prose length.

What is the Ankane style for Ruby gem documentation?▼

The Ankane style for Ruby gem documentation is a standardized README format emphasizing concise prose with sentences under 15 words, imperative voice for direct instructions, and a specific section order including headers, installation, quick start, usage, contributing, and license sections.

Can I update an existing README to follow Ankane-style formatting rules?▼

Yes, you can update an existing README to follow Ankane-style formatting rules. The Skill handles both generation and updating of README files, enforcing short sentences, imperative verbs, standardized section structure, and specific code example formatting for Ruby gems.

What are the limitations of automated technical writing for Ruby gem READMEs?▼

A limitation of automated technical writing for Ruby gem READMEs is strict adherence to the Ankane-style template, which enforces sentences under 15 words and imperative voice. This standardized approach may not suit projects requiring highly customized documentation structures or conversational prose.

Does the README generator work for projects other than Ruby gems?▼

No, this README generator is specifically designed for Ruby gem development documentation workflows. It applies the Ankane-style template with standardized section order and formatting rules tailored to Ruby gem projects, ensuring concise imperative voice documentation for that specific ecosystem.