claude-md-author

Generates and refines CLAUDE.md files documenting project context, workflows, and conventions for Claude.

2|Updated Feb 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/weisberg/agent_tools --skill claude-md-author-weisberg
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: claude-md-author
Source: https://github.com/weisberg/agent_tools/tree/main/.claude/skills/claude-md-author
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/weisberg/agent_tools --skill claude-md-author-weisberg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the creation, editing, and improvement of CLAUDE.md files to ensure project documentation is accurate, comprehensive, and effective for AI integration.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Documenting Project Context: Generate authoritative project overviews, tech stacks, commands, and architecture diagrams.
  • Refining Existing Documentation: Enhance clarity, update outdated info, and ensure consistency across multiple CLAUDE.md files.
  • Use Case: When onboarding new team members, use this Skill to produce a detailed CLAUDE.md that captures essential tribal knowledge and best practices to get Claude hooked into your workflows immediately.

Quick Start

Create a CLAUDE.md file in your project root detailing your tech stack, key commands, and architecture to help Claude understand your environment instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions about claude-md-author

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

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What is a CLAUDE.md file and when do I need one for my project?

A CLAUDE.md file summarizes project-specific information, workflows, conventions, and expert tips to improve Claude's contextual understanding. You need one to enable more effective and context-aware AI assistance during coding and documentation tasks.

How do I create a CLAUDE.md file to document project architecture and tech stack?

To create a CLAUDE.md file, summarize your project's tech stack, key commands, architecture diagrams, and workflows in the project root. This Skill streamlines generating and refining that documentation to ensure accuracy and comprehensive AI integration.

Can I use this to refine existing project documentation and update outdated conventions?

Yes, you can refine existing project documentation by enhancing clarity, updating outdated information, and ensuring consistency across multiple CLAUDE.md files to maintain accurate project context for AI assistance.

What's the best way to capture tribal knowledge and project onboarding conventions for Claude?

The best way to capture tribal knowledge is to document project-specific workflows, conventions, and best practices into a detailed CLAUDE.md file. This ensures new team members and Claude integrate into your workflows immediately.

Does this approach work for maintaining consistency across multiple CLAUDE.md files?

Yes, this approach works for maintaining consistency across multiple CLAUDE.md files by refining and editing existing documentation to ensure project information remains accurate, clear, and effectively structured for AI integration.

Why does Claude lack context about my project structure and coding practices?

Claude lacks context because it needs project-specific information encoded into a CLAUDE.md file. Without documented architecture, tech stacks, and conventions, AI assistance cannot effectively understand your project's structure and practices.