codebase-onboarding-skill

Generate quick-start and architecture documents with Mermaid diagrams for codebases.

5|Updated May 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gky051224/codebase-onboarding-skill --skill codebase-onboarding-skill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: codebase-onboarding-skill
Source: https://github.com/gky051224/codebase-onboarding-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gky051224/codebase-onboarding-skill --skill codebase-onboarding-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

New engineers often struggle to understand unfamiliar codebases; this Skill automates generating two onboarding documents at the project root to provide guided starting points for new team members.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatically generate a quick-start guide and an architecture deep-dive with Mermaid diagrams.
  • Include repository-relative paths, module responsibilities, code-reading paths, and development workflows.
  • Useful for onboarding new hires, knowledge transfer, and architectural reviews.

Quick Start

Trigger the skill with /codebase-onboarding-skill in the project workspace to generate two documents at the root: 快速上手-{项目名}.md and 架构详解-{项目名}.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about codebase-onboarding-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically generate onboarding documentation for a new codebase?

Automatically generate codebase onboarding documentation by triggering the skill in your project workspace to create a quick-start guide and an architecture deep-dive at the project root. It detects project metadata and structure to populate repository-relative paths and structured sections automatically.

What is the best way to create an architecture deep-dive with Mermaid diagrams for new engineers?

Create an architecture deep-dive with Mermaid diagrams by running the skill to map module responsibilities, code-reading paths, and design decisions. It outputs a structured markdown file at the project root, providing a guided starting point for new team members.

Can I generate a quick-start guide that includes development workflows and common pitfalls?

Yes, you can generate a quick-start guide that includes development workflows and common pitfalls alongside repository-relative paths. The skill outputs this document at the project root to help newcomers understand unfamiliar codebases quickly.

Does the generated onboarding documentation automatically detect project structure and metadata?

Yes, the generated onboarding documentation automatically detects project metadata and structure. This detection populates repository-relative paths and ensures consistent formatting and coverage across the quick-start guide and architecture deep-dive outputs.

What should I do if the codebase onboarding documents are missing module responsibilities or reading paths?

Ensure the codebase onboarding documents include module responsibilities and reading paths by verifying the skill has access to the project root. The tool automatically populates these structured sections based on detected project metadata and structure.