code-documenter

Generate project documentation from codebase structure, git history, and dependencies.

1|1|Updated Jun 11, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #documentation #codebase #technical writing #adr #developer experience

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Skill: code-documenter
Source: https://github.com/valtterimelkko/agent-workflow-skills/tree/main/skills/code-documenter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/valtterimelkko/agent-workflow-skills --skill code-documenter-valtterimelkko

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the problem of outdated, incomplete, or non-existent documentation by providing an intelligent, automated system that analyzes your codebase to generate professional-grade documentation tailored to your specific project type and audience.

Core Features & Use Cases

Multi-Agent Analysis: Deploys specialized agents to scan project structure, dependencies, and git history to ensure documentation is accurate and context-aware.
Documentation Health Tracking: Uses a manifest-based system to calculate a health score, track coverage, and identify documentation debt.
Use Case: When shipping a major open-source release, use this skill to generate a complete documentation suite including READMEs, API references, and Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) that stay in sync with your code.

Quick Start

Run the code-documenter skill to perform a comprehensive analysis and generate documentation for the current project.

Frequently Asked Questions about code-documenter

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

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How do I generate technical documentation for a codebase automatically?▼

Automated codebase documentation analyzes project structure, dependencies, and git history to generate professional-grade output. It deploys specialized agents to ensure documentation remains accurate, context-aware, and tailored to your specific project type.

What is documentation health tracking and how does it identify documentation debt?▼

Documentation health tracking uses a manifest-based system to calculate a health score, track coverage, and identify documentation debt. This monitoring ensures your technical docs stay in sync with the codebase and highlights areas needing updates.

Can I generate architecture decision records and API references for an open-source release?▼

Yes, you can generate architecture decision records (ADRs) and API references for major releases. The system analyzes your codebase to create a complete documentation suite that stays synchronized with your current code.

Does the documentation generator support incremental updates for existing projects?▼

Yes, the documentation generator supports incremental updates for existing projects. This allows you to refresh only the outdated sections of your documentation instead of regenerating the entire suite from scratch.

Can I create multi-audience output for APIs, CLIs, and libraries?▼

Yes, you can create multi-audience output for APIs, CLIs, and libraries. The system generates reader-first documentation tailored to different audience needs while maintaining standardized templates across the project.

What is the best way to maintain standardized documentation templates across a software project?▼

The best way to maintain standardized templates is through automated generation that analyzes your codebase and dependencies. This ensures consistent formatting and coverage reporting across all technical documentation outputs.