changelog-generator

Convert git commits into categorized user-facing changelogs.

8|4|Updated Dec 15, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Jst-Well-Dan/Skill-Box --skill changelog-generator-jst-well-dan
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: changelog-generator
Source: https://github.com/Jst-Well-Dan/Skill-Box/tree/main/no-code-builder/changelog-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Jst-Well-Dan/Skill-Box --skill changelog-generator-jst-well-dan

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automatically crafts user-facing release notes from git commit history, categorized by feature, improvement, bug fix, and security.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scans git history for a defined period or between versions.
  • Groups commits into meaningful categories and converts them into readable release notes.
  • Produces a polished changelog suitable for public docs or product updates.

Quick Start

Generate a changelog from the latest commits and review before publishing.

Frequently Asked Questions about changelog-generator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate release notes automatically from git commits?

Generate release notes by scanning your git history for a defined period or between versions. The Skill converts technical commit messages into user-friendly changelog entries, automatically categorizing changes as features, improvements, bug fixes, breaking changes, and security updates, then formats them for public documentation or product announcements.

Can I convert commit messages into customer-friendly documentation?

Yes. The Skill translates technical git language into readable release notes suitable for customers. It filters internal noise, applies branding guidelines, and produces polished changelog entries for app stores, public docs, weekly updates, or customer communications without manual rewriting.

What information does the Skill extract from git history?

The Skill scans commits within your specified time window or between versions, identifies features, improvements, bug fixes, breaking changes, and security updates, then groups them into meaningful categories. It analyzes commit messages to understand intent and transforms technical details into clear, customer-facing language.

Does this work for different release cycles and changelog formats?

Yes. Generate changelogs for any time window—specific periods, version ranges, or continuous releases. Output suits multiple formats: public changelog pages, app-store descriptions, weekly product updates, and customer communications, all automatically categorized and branded.

Do I need to manually edit the generated changelog?

The Skill produces professionally formatted, ready-to-publish release notes. Review before publishing to verify accuracy, but manual editing is optional—the output handles categorization, tone translation, internal-noise filtering, and branding enforcement automatically.

What happens to commits that don't fit standard categories?

The Skill filters internal noise and focuses on user-facing changes. Commits are categorized into features, improvements, bug fixes, breaking changes, and security updates. Entries that lack user significance or fail to translate cleanly are excluded from the final changelog to keep notes concise and relevant.