docs-update

Synchronize user-facing documentation with code changes across repositories.

Updated Mar 17, 2026
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Skill: docs-update
Source: https://github.com/jaypatrick/skills/tree/main/docs-update
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaypatrick/skills --skill docs-update-jaypatrick

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates the synchronization of user-facing documentation with code changes across multiple platforms.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Identify significant code changes across repositories (monorepo or multi-repo) and determine the related documentation updates.
  • Detect documentation platforms (Mintlify, Docusaurus, GitBook, Fumadocs, etc.) and understand existing style and contribution guidelines to preserve consistency.
  • Map code changes to guidance edits, generate additive, platform-aligned content, and flag when updates are unnecessary to avoid noise.

Quick Start

Run the documentation update workflow to review recent code changes and generate corresponding documentation updates.

Frequently Asked Questions about docs-update

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

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How do I keep documentation in sync with code changes across multiple repositories?

To keep documentation in sync with code changes, you can automate the identification of significant repository updates and generate corresponding platform-aligned documentation edits. This workflow applies to both monorepo and multi-repo configurations to ensure consistency.

What is the best way to update user-facing docs without breaking existing content?

The best way to update user-facing docs without breaking existing content is to apply conservative, non-destructive edits. This approach preserves existing content while composing additive, platform-consistent updates based on detected style guidelines.

Does automated documentation update work with platforms like Mintlify, Docusaurus, and GitBook?

Yes, automated documentation updates work with platforms like Mintlify, Docusaurus, GitBook, and Fumadocs. The process detects your specific documentation platform and understands its existing style and contribution guidelines to preserve consistency.

How do I map code changes to guidance edits in a monorepo?

To map code changes to guidance edits in a monorepo, run a documentation update workflow that reviews recent modifications, determines related documentation needs, and generates additive content while flagging unnecessary updates to avoid noise.

When should I avoid generating documentation updates for code changes?

You should avoid generating documentation updates when the code changes are not significant. The automation flags when updates are unnecessary to avoid noise, ensuring only meaningful modifications trigger conservative, platform-consistent documentation edits.