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create-readme

Generates a structured GitHub Flavored Markdown README.md for a software project.

Updated Jun 13, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#markdown#github#readme#project documentation#generate#gfm
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jenreh/project-kit-template --skill create-readme-jenreh
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-readme
Source: https://github.com/jenreh/project-kit-template/tree/main/.agents/agent-skills/skills/create-readme
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jenreh/project-kit-template --skill create-readme-jenreh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Writing a project README from scratch is time-consuming and often results in inconsistent structure, missing sections, or poor formatting. This Skill reviews the entire project and produces a well-structured, concise README.md following proven open-source examples. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Project-Aware Generation: Reviews the full workspace — structure, stack, config, and existing docs — before writing the README. - Example-Driven Style: Draws structure and tone inspiration from curated Azure-Samples and open-source README references. - GitHub-Native Formatting: Uses GitHub Flavored Markdown with admonitions (> [!NOTE], > [!WARNING]) and optional project logo from assets/. - Use Case: After scaffolding a new Python service, ask the assistant to generate a README and receive a complete, concise document without LICENSE, CONTRIBUTING, or CHANGELOG filler sections. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to create a README for this project using the create-readme skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-readme

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a README for my project with AI?▼

Invoke the create-readme skill with a prompt like "create readme" or "/readme". The skill reviews your project structure, stack, and config, then writes a complete GitHub Flavored Markdown README based on proven open-source examples.

What sections should a good project README include?▼

A good README covers the project purpose, features, installation, usage, and architecture overview. This skill deliberately excludes LICENSE, CONTRIBUTING, and CHANGELOG sections since those belong in dedicated files.

Can the README include a project logo or icon?▼

Yes. If a logo or icon exists in the project's assets/ directory or repository root, the skill automatically incorporates it into the README header during generation.

Does the generated README support GitHub admonitions?▼

Yes. The skill uses GitHub Flavored Markdown throughout and inserts admonitions like > [!NOTE] and > [!WARNING] where they improve readability, following GitHub's supported alert syntax.

When should I not use an AI-generated README?▼

Avoid fully automated generation when your project requires highly customized narrative content, such as research publications or products with strict branding guidelines. Use the output as a structured draft and refine manually.

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