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contributing-guide

Generate or update CONTRIBUTING.md files for CNCF projects using the official template.

2|Updated Mar 4, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#project setup#contributing#guidelines#code contribution#cncf
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/castrojo/cncf-skills --skill contributing-guide
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: contributing-guide
Source: https://github.com/castrojo/cncf-skills/tree/main/skills/contributing-guide
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/castrojo/cncf-skills --skill contributing-guide

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures that CNCF projects have a complete and up-to-date CONTRIBUTING.md file, free of placeholder text and aligned with CNCF best practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Template Application: Uses the official CNCF CONTRIBUTING.md template as a base.
  • Placeholder Resolution: Identifies and replaces all TODO markers with project-specific information.
  • Completeness Audit: Checks for missing sections and ensures all required elements are present.
  • Use Case: A new CNCF project needs to establish its contribution guidelines. This Skill can generate a robust CONTRIBUTING.md file, guiding new contributors effectively.

Quick Start

Use the contributing-guide skill to create or update the CONTRIBUTING.md file for this project.

Frequently Asked Questions about contributing-guide

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a CONTRIBUTING.md file for a CNCF project?▼

Generate a CONTRIBUTING.md file for a CNCF project by applying the official CNCF template, resolving all TODO placeholders, and filling in project-specific details for sections like PR lifecycle and development setup.

What should a CNCF contributing guide include?▼

A CNCF contributing guide should include project-specific development setup instructions, PR lifecycle details, and code contribution guidelines. It must be free of placeholder text and aligned with CNCF contribution standards and best practices.

How do I update an existing CONTRIBUTING.md to meet CNCF best practices?▼

Update an existing CONTRIBUTING.md to meet CNCF best practices by running a completeness audit to check for missing sections, ensuring all required elements are present, and replacing any remaining TODO markers with accurate project information.

Does this CNCF template generator remove TODO markers automatically?▼

Yes, this CNCF template generator automatically identifies and resolves all TODO markers within the CONTRIBUTING.md file, replacing them with the correct project-specific information to ensure no placeholder text remains.

Can I use this for non-CNCF code contribution guidelines?▼

This skill is specifically designed to ensure compliance with CNCF contribution standards using the official project template. While it generates code contribution guidelines, its template application and completeness audits are tailored for CNCF projects.

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