documenting-setup

Generate environment setup guide documentation from codebase analysis.

11|1|Updated Aug 6, 2025
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Skill: documenting-setup
Source: https://github.com/thkt/dotclaude/tree/main/.ja/skills/documenting-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/thkt/dotclaude --skill documenting-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation of environment setup documentation by analyzing a codebase, saving developers time and ensuring accurate setup instructions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Detection: Identifies package managers, tool versions, environment files, configuration files, and container definitions.
  • Dependency Mapping: Recognizes common package managers (npm, yarn, pip, etc.) and their lock files.
  • Use Case: When onboarding a new developer to a project, this Skill can generate a comprehensive README.md section detailing exactly how to set up their local development environment.

Quick Start

Use the documenting-setup skill to generate a setup guide for the current project.

Frequently Asked Questions about documenting-setup

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

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How do I generate a setup guide from a codebase?

To generate a setup guide from a codebase, you analyze the project to detect package managers, required tools, environment variables, and startup commands. This process extracts the necessary configuration details to produce accurate environment documentation.

What is environment setup documentation and when do I need it?

Environment setup documentation provides instructions for configuring local development environments. You need it during developer onboarding or when documenting environments to ensure new contributors can install dependencies and start the project correctly.

Can I automatically detect package managers and environment variables for a setup guide?

Yes, you can automatically detect package managers and environment variables for a setup guide. By analyzing lock files and configuration files, the system identifies required tools and environment settings to map dependencies accurately.

What's the best way to document developer onboarding instructions?

The best way to document developer onboarding instructions is to automate environment setup guide generation from codebase analysis. This identifies required tools, package managers, and startup commands, ensuring accurate and comprehensive README sections.

Does codebase analysis detect container definitions for setup guides?

Codebase analysis detects container definitions, configuration files, and package managers to generate setup guides. It recognizes these definitions alongside environment variables to provide comprehensive environment setup instructions.