commit-coauthor

Automate git commits with co-author trailers and pre-commit hook checks.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rayzru/info-web --skill commit-coauthor
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: commit-coauthor
Source: https://github.com/rayzru/info-web/tree/main/.claude/skills/commit-coauthor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rayzru/info-web --skill commit-coauthor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automate safe git commits by automatically attaching co-author attribution while enforcing safety checks and preserving pre-commit hook integrity.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Co-Author trailer support for commit traceability and collaboration.
  • Built-in safety checks: verify staged changes, detect sensitive content, and ensure hooks pass.
  • Generates conventional-commit-compliant messages when possible and provides clear guidance during failure.

Quick Start

Invoke with /commit-coauthor [optional-message] to create a commit with co-author attribution.

Frequently Asked Questions about commit-coauthor

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I add a co-author to a git commit without skipping pre-commit hooks?

To add a co-author to a git commit without skipping pre-commit hooks, you can automate the process to attach the co-author trailer while enforcing safety checks and hook integrity. This ensures commits are validated before attribution.

What is a conventional commit message and when do I need a co-author trailer?

A conventional commit message follows a standardized format for commit history clarity, and a co-author trailer is needed when multiple contributors work on the same commit. Automating this ensures traceability and compliance in collaborative workflows.

How do I commit staged changes safely while detecting sensitive content?

To commit staged changes safely and detect sensitive content, use an automated workflow that verifies staged files and scans for sensitive data before generating a conventional-commit message and attaching co-author attribution.

Can I enforce pre-commit hooks and co-author attribution in a typical software development workflow?

Yes, you can enforce pre-commit hooks and co-author attribution in a typical software development workflow by automating commits with safety checks. This prevents hook skipping and ensures co-author trailers are consistently applied.

Why do my git commits fail pre-commit hooks when adding co-authors manually?

Git commits fail pre-commit hooks when adding co-authors manually due to bypassed validations or malformed trailers. Automating the commit process enforces hook execution, verifies staged changes, and generates compliant co-author trailers to prevent failures.