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docs-sync

Detect code changes and update related documentation files in git workflows.

1|Updated Jan 26, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#documentation#repository#docs#docs-sync#docs-update#code-drift
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/manastalukdar/ai-devstudio --skill docs-sync-manastalukdar
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: docs-sync
Source: https://github.com/manastalukdar/ai-devstudio/tree/main/skills/docs-sync
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/manastalukdar/ai-devstudio --skill docs-sync-manastalukdar

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Syncs documentation files with code changes, preventing drift between artifacts and source code by automatically updating docs whenever code changes are detected.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detects changed code and maps it to affected documentation files (README, CHANGELOG, API docs, architecture docs, and docs/ or documentation/ folders).
  • Applies surgical updates to keep docs aligned with code across multiple files and formats.
  • Can run locally or in CI/CD to ensure documentation stays current as the codebase evolves.

Quick Start

Run docs-sync to automatically align your repository's documentation with code changes.

Frequently Asked Questions about docs-sync

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I keep documentation in sync with code changes automatically?▼

You can prevent documentation drift by running a tool that detects code changes and automatically updates related files like README, CHANGELOG, API docs, and architecture docs to keep them aligned.

What causes documentation drift in a repository?▼

Documentation drift occurs when source code evolves but manual updates to README, CHANGELOG, or architecture docs are neglected, causing the documentation files to become outdated and inconsistent with the actual codebase.

Can I automatically update README and API docs during CI workflows?▼

Yes, you can run documentation synchronization within CI workflows to automatically detect code changes and apply updates across README, API docs, and documentation folders, ensuring docs stay current as the codebase evolves.

What is the best way to prevent code drift between source code and documentation?▼

The best way to prevent code drift is to use an automation tool that runs locally or in CI, maps detected code changes to affected documentation files, and applies surgical updates to keep everything aligned.

Does documentation synchronization work with files inside the docs folder?▼

Yes, documentation synchronization applies updates to any files located under the docs/ or documentation/ folders in your repository, alongside README, CHANGELOG, API docs, and architecture docs.

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