commit-message

To generate a conventional commit message, the skill parses your git staging area diffs and creates a formatted string with type, scope, and subject. It automatically structures the output to match standard conventional commit guidelines.

The conventional commit subject limit is strictly set to 50 characters or less. If you include an optional detailed body, the text is automatically wrapped at 72 characters to maintain readability in git logs.

Choosing the correct type and scope involves selecting categories like feat, fix, or docs based on the staged changes. The skill parses the diff to provide guidance and examples for accurately determining the appropriate type and scope.

Yes, you can automate conventional commit message creation by integrating this skill into your software development workflow. It eliminates manual guesswork by parsing staged diffs and enforcing consistent commit hygiene across your project.

Yes, this conventional commit generator works without external dependencies. It operates directly within your environment to parse the currently staged changes and output the formatted commit string.

Using conventional commits improves changelog clarity and streamlines code reviews. The skill ensures your commit history follows a standardized format with proper types and scopes, making automated changelog generation and tracking easier.