co-author

Name: co-author
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Author: agentconfig

Add Co-authored-by trailers to Git commit messages for multiple contributors.

7|3|Updated Jan 9, 2026

Search Tags:#git #workflow #collaboration #commit #attribution #co-author #credit

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npx skills add https://github.com/agentconfig/agentconfig.org --skill co-author

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Skill: co-author
Source: https://github.com/agentconfig/agentconfig.org/tree/main/.github/skills/co-author
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/agentconfig/agentconfig.org --skill co-author

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Co-author attribution in commits is essential for crediting contributors in collaborative software projects, ensuring that all meaningful contributions are visible in version history.

Core Features & Use Cases

Ensure proper attribution by adding Co-authored-by trailers to commit messages.
Support multiple collaborators by adding multiple Co-authored-by lines.
Enforce contributor eligibility with clear rules and formatting guidelines.

Quick Start

Add a Co-authored-by trailer at the end of a commit message when you want to credit a collaborator.

Frequently Asked Questions about co-author

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

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How do I add co-author attribution in a Git commit?▼

To add co-author attribution in a Git commit, insert a trailer formatted exactly as 'Co-authored-by: Name <email>' at the end of the commit message to credit collaborators properly.

Can I credit multiple collaborators in a single Git commit?▼

Yes, you can credit multiple collaborators in a single Git commit by adding multiple 'Co-authored-by: Name <email>' trailer lines to ensure all contributors receive visible attribution.

What is the correct formatting for Git commit co-author trailers?▼

Git commit co-author trailers require exact 'Co-authored-by: Name <email>' formatting, enforcing clear contributor eligibility rules and structural guidelines for proper version history visibility.

When should I use co-author attribution in my Git workflow?▼

Use co-author attribution in your Git workflow during pair programming, code reviews, and collaborative feature work to ensure all meaningful contributions are visible in version history.

Does co-author attribution work with any Git-based workflow?▼

Yes, co-author attribution works across any Git-based workflow, requiring no specific dependencies to automate proper contributor credit during collaborative software development sessions.

Why are my co-author commits not showing contributor credit correctly?▼

Co-author commits fail to show credit when formatting deviates from the exact 'Co-authored-by: Name <email>' syntax, which this approach enforces to prevent attribution errors.