Documentation Generator

Generate READMEs, API docs, and in-code comments from source code.

Updated Feb 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/luqmannurhakimbazman/kapitan-marketplace --skill documentation-generator-luqmannurhakimbazman
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Skill: Documentation Generator
Source: https://github.com/luqmannurhakimbazman/kapitan-marketplace/tree/main/kapitan-claude-plugin/skills/doc-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/luqmannurhakimbazman/kapitan-marketplace --skill documentation-generator-luqmannurhakimbazman

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Project codebases often lack up-to-date documentation, making maintenance and onboarding difficult. This skill automatically generates comprehensive documentation from code structures and APIs to save time and improve clarity.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Auto-generated docs: Create README, API references, and inline comments from source code.
  • API surface discovery: Identify public functions, classes, and modules to surface essential details.
  • Adheres to conventions: Follows existing project documentation styles and formatting standards when present.

Quick Start

Use the Documentation Generator to create documentation for your codebase by analyzing its structure and APIs.

Frequently Asked Questions about Documentation Generator

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

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How do I generate documentation from code structures and APIs?

Generate README files, API references, and inline comments by analyzing your codebase structure and identifying public APIs. The documentation generation process follows existing project conventions and formatting standards to ensure structured, ready-to-use output.

What is API surface discovery and how does it help with code documentation?

API surface discovery identifies public functions, classes, and modules within a codebase to surface essential details for code documentation. By analyzing code structure, the documentation generation process ensures your API references accurately capture all accessible project components.

Can I generate API docs for software repositories across different programming languages?

Yes, you can generate API docs for software repositories across different programming languages. The documentation generation process applies to software repositories across languages by analyzing the underlying code structure rather than relying on language-specific frameworks.

Does the generated documentation follow existing project documentation conventions?

Yes, generated documentation follows existing project documentation conventions. The documentation generation process adheres to existing project documentation styles and formatting standards when present, ensuring your README and API docs match your current project formatting.

What's the best way to create a README from source code automatically?

The best way to create a README from source code automatically is to use a documentation generation tool that analyzes your codebase structure and public APIs. This approach enforces structured output and identifies public functions to produce clear, ready-to-use project documentation.

Why does my codebase lack up-to-date documentation and how can I fix it?

Codebases often lack up-to-date documentation because manual updates are difficult during active development. Fix this by automatically generating comprehensive documentation from code structures and APIs, which saves time and improves clarity for maintenance and onboarding.