asapp-improve-changelog

Clean up GitHub Release notes wording and duplication via GitHub CLI.

Updated Apr 28, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/attrigo/asapp --skill asapp-improve-changelog
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Skill: asapp-improve-changelog
Source: https://github.com/attrigo/asapp/tree/main/.claude/skills/asapp-improve-changelog
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/attrigo/asapp --skill asapp-improve-changelog

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the manual effort of cleaning up GitHub Release notes by tightening wording, removing noise, and keeping changelog entries clear and consistent without changing their meaning.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Editorial cleanup: Merges duplicate updates, removes low-value entries, and rewrites terse notes into clearer release language.
  • Safety-focused release editing: Preserves breaking changes, keeps every commit link, and waits for confirmation before updating anything.
  • Use case: A maintainer can take a noisy release draft with repeated fixes and awkward phrasing and turn it into a polished release note that is ready to publish.

Quick Start

Ask the Skill to improve the latest GitHub Release notes or a specific version, then review the proposed changes and confirm the update when ready.

Frequently Asked Questions about asapp-improve-changelog

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

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How do I clean up and polish GitHub release notes automatically?

Clean up GitHub release notes by using a Skill that tightens wording, removes low-value entries, and merges duplicates without changing meaning. It processes the changelog for a specific tag and requires explicit confirmation before editing the release.

Do I need GitHub CLI access to edit and normalize release notes?

Yes, GitHub CLI access is required. The Skill depends on the GitHub CLI to discover release tags, retrieve existing release notes, and apply the polished editorial changes directly to the repository after user confirmation.

Will polishing GitHub changelog entries remove my commit links and breaking changes?

Polishing GitHub changelog entries preserves all commit links and breaking changes. The editorial cleanup focuses on normalizing tone and removing duplicate updates without dropping critical safety and versioning information from the release notes.

How do I improve release notes for a specific GitHub version tag?

To improve release notes for a specific version, instruct the Skill to target the specific release tag. It retrieves the notes for that version, proposes editorial cleanups to normalize tone and remove noise, and waits for your confirmation before updating.

Can I rewrite terse GitHub release notes into clearer release language?

Yes, you can rewrite terse notes into clearer release language. The Skill merges duplicate updates and rewrites awkward phrasing into polished changelog entries, turning a noisy release draft into a clean, ready-to-publish release note.

What is the best way to remove noise and duplicates from GitHub release drafts?

The best way to remove noise from GitHub release drafts is to apply an editorial cleanup pass that merges duplicate updates and filters low-value entries. The Skill normalizes tone while preserving commit links and breaking changes, requiring confirmation before publishing.