codedocs

Generate structured layered documentation for git repositories with manifest-driven incremental updates.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Samuelca6399/AbsolutelySkilled --skill codedocs-samuelca6399
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: codedocs
Source: https://github.com/Samuelca6399/AbsolutelySkilled/tree/main/skills/codedocs
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Samuelca6399/AbsolutelySkilled --skill codedocs-samuelca6399

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

codedocs turns an existing codebase into structured, AI-agent-friendly documentation so developers and agents can quickly understand architecture, modules, and how to work with the repo—without repeatedly reading source code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • AI-agent-ready docs output: Produces a consistent docs/ tree (OVERVIEW.md, INDEX.md, modules/, patterns/, and a .codedocs.json manifest).
  • Docs-first Q&A: Answers questions by routing to the most relevant documentation files first, then falling back to source only when necessary.
  • Incremental updates: Refreshes only the changed parts using codedocs:update, including targeted scope updates and git-diff-driven updates.
  • Coverage + staleness awareness: Verifies documentation coverage before planning and tracks when modules became stale.

Quick Start

Use the codedocs skill to generate structured documentation for AbsolutelySkilled by telling your AI coding agent: “Run codedocs:generate for this repository and write the output to docs/.”

Frequently Asked Questions about codedocs

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate AI-ready codebase documentation for onboarding?

Generate AI-ready codebase documentation by producing a structured, layered docs tree covering architecture, modules, and operational workflows. This creates a consistent directory structure with an overview, index, and module breakdowns so agents can understand the repository without reading source code.

Can I update existing repository documentation incrementally after code changes?

Yes, you can update repository documentation incrementally after code changes using scoped or git-diff-driven updates. A manifest file tracks module states and verifies coverage, refreshing only the modified parts instead of regenerating the entire docs tree.

What is docs-first Q&A and how does it route questions about a codebase?

Docs-first Q&A answers codebase questions by routing queries to the most relevant documentation files first. It falls back to source code only when the existing documentation is insufficient, reducing the need to repeatedly read raw files.

Does codedocs work without external dependencies for generating repository docs?

Yes, codedocs requires no external dependencies to generate repository documentation. It operates directly on your git repository to produce deterministic output with a fixed directory structure, a manifest file, and coverage verification.

What is the best way to maintain documentation coverage and avoid stale module docs?

Maintain documentation coverage by using a manifest-driven approach that verifies completeness before planning and tracks staleness. The system flags modules that became stale after code changes, allowing targeted incremental updates to keep docs synchronized.