documentation-standards

Define document configuration, naming, and content rules for project documentation.

1|Updated May 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/youhei-ushio/dotclaude-public --skill documentation-standards-youhei-ushio
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Skill: documentation-standards
Source: https://github.com/youhei-ushio/dotclaude-public/tree/main/skills/global/documentation-standards
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/youhei-ushio/dotclaude-public --skill documentation-standards-youhei-ushio

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide to ensure consistency and clarity in documentation across various types of documents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardization: Defines clear configuration locations for API specifications, feature specifications, manuals, ADRs, release notes, and operations documents.
  • Audience Adaptation: Suggests different writing styles and information emphasis based on the intended audience (developer vs. end-user).
  • Naming Conventions: Outlines strict file and directory naming rules to maintain consistency and readability.
  • Content Rules: Enforces the latest information, avoids duplication, and guides on the role of README files.
  • PDF Generation: Offers instructions for generating PDFs from documentation for distribution.

Quick Start

Use the documentation-standards skill to check the configuration of your API specification document.

Frequently Asked Questions about documentation-standards

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

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How do I maintain consistent API documentation and feature specifications across a large project?

To maintain consistent API documentation and feature specifications, establish standard document configuration locations, enforce strict file naming conventions, and structure content organization to ensure readability and prevent information duplication across your project.

What is the best way to organize Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) and technical manuals?

The best way to organize ADRs and technical manuals is to define clear directory configurations for each document type and adapt the writing style and information emphasis based on whether the intended audience is a developer or an end-user.

How do I standardize file naming conventions for release notes and operations documents?

You can standardize file naming conventions for release notes and operations documents by applying strict directory and file naming rules that maintain structural consistency, making technical documents easier to locate, read, and maintain throughout their lifecycle.

Can I generate PDFs from my project's feature specifications and manuals for external distribution?

Yes, you can generate PDFs from feature specifications and manuals for distribution. The documentation standards include specific instructions and guidelines for converting your structured content into PDF format for external sharing.

What should be the role of a README file in a project with strict document standards?

The role of a README file in a project with strict document standards is to provide the latest essential information without duplicating content from other documents, serving as a central entry point while maintaining overall content organization.

Does standardizing documentation configuration help with both developer and end-user audiences?

Yes, standardizing documentation configuration helps with both audiences by suggesting different writing styles and information emphasis tailored to developers versus end-users, ensuring that each group receives the most relevant technical information efficiently.