changelog-generator

Generate customer-facing release notes from Git commit history.

76|3|Updated Jan 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/evolving-machines-lab/evolve --skill changelog-generator-evolving-machines-lab
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: changelog-generator
Source: https://github.com/evolving-machines-lab/evolve/tree/main/skills/changelog-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/evolving-machines-lab/evolve --skill changelog-generator-evolving-machines-lab

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Release notes are often written manually, error-prone, and delayed, making it hard to communicate product changes to users. This skill automates the process by turning commit history into clear, customer-friendly release notes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scan Git history to capture changes between versions or time ranges
  • Categorize changes into features, improvements, fixes, breaking changes, and security
  • Translate technical commits into user-friendly language suitable for customers and stakeholders
  • Produce clean, professional release notes ready for public release or internal docs
  • Exclude internal commits and noise to keep notes concise and accurate
  • Adapt to brand voice and formatting guidelines for consistent messaging

Quick Start

Run the changelog generator in your repository to produce a customer-facing release notes draft from recent commits.

Frequently Asked Questions about changelog-generator

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

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How do I generate release notes from Git commit history automatically?

You can generate release notes automatically by scanning Git commit history to capture changes between versions or time ranges. The tool analyzes commits, categorizes changes, and translates technical details into user-friendly release notes for customers.

What is the best way to translate technical Git commits into customer-facing documentation?

Translating technical Git commits into customer-facing documentation involves categorizing changes into features, fixes, and breaking updates, then converting technical jargon into user-friendly language suitable for public release notes and internal docs.

Can I categorize Git history changes into features, improvements, and security fixes?

Yes, you can categorize Git history changes into features, improvements, fixes, breaking changes, and security updates. This classification helps produce clean, professional release notes ready for public release.

How do I exclude internal commits and noise from my changelog?

To exclude internal commits and noise from your changelog, the generation process filters out irrelevant commit history, ensuring the final release notes remain concise, accurate, and focused on meaningful product updates.

Does the changelog generation process adapt to brand voice and formatting guidelines?

Yes, the changelog generation process adapts to brand voice and formatting guidelines, ensuring your release notes maintain consistent messaging and professional formatting aligned with your product communication standards.