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generate-editorconfig-by-techstack

Generate or merge .editorconfig sections by detecting project technology stacks.

Updated Mar 1, 2026
Search Tags:#dotfiles#configuration#merge#generate#code-style#editorconfig#techstack
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/CloudyWing/ai-dotfiles --skill generate-editorconfig-by-techstack
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Skill: generate-editorconfig-by-techstack
Source: https://github.com/CloudyWing/ai-dotfiles/tree/main/skills/generate-editorconfig-by-techstack
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CloudyWing/ai-dotfiles --skill generate-editorconfig-by-techstack

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates creating or completing a project's .editorconfig by detecting the repository's languages and common tools, reducing manual configuration and inconsistent editor settings across contributors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic detection: Scans the project root for manifests and file patterns (package.json, tsconfig.json, *.csproj, pyproject.toml, go.mod, Dockerfile, *.md, etc.) to infer relevant editorconfig sections.
  • Non-destructive merge: Reads an existing .editorconfig and appends missing sections without overwriting user customizations.
  • Opinionated defaults: Applies a global base block plus language-specific blocks (C#, Python, Go, Markdown, YAML/JSON/TOML, PowerShell, CSV, Shell, Dockerfile) to standardize formatting.
  • Use Case: Standardize editor settings for a mixed-language repository before onboarding new contributors or when consolidating dotfiles.

Quick Start

Run the skill to scan the repository root and generate or merge a .editorconfig tailored to the detected tech stack, then review the reported added and skipped sections.

Frequently Asked Questions about generate-editorconfig-by-techstack

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate an .editorconfig based on my project's tech stack?▼

To generate an .editorconfig, this Skill scans your repository root for manifests like package.json, tsconfig.json, pyproject.toml, and Dockerfile, then applies opinionated language-specific formatting blocks to create or update the file automatically.

Can I merge new editorconfig settings without overwriting my existing customizations?▼

Yes, you can merge editorconfig settings non-destructively; this Skill reads existing configurations and appends only missing file-type sections while preserving your current user customizations and reporting skipped sections.

Does the editorconfig generator support mixed-language repositories with C#, Python, and Go?▼

Yes, the editorconfig generator detects mixed-language stacks from manifests like *.csproj, pyproject.toml, and go.mod, inserting global base blocks alongside language-specific blocks for C#, Python, Go, and more.

What is the best way to standardize code style across a repository before onboarding contributors?▼

The best way to standardize code style is to auto-generate a complete .editorconfig tailored to your detected tools and languages, ensuring consistent editor settings across all contributors without manual configuration.

Why are some file-type sections skipped when generating my .editorconfig?▼

File-type sections are skipped during generation if they already exist in your current .editorconfig, ensuring the non-destructive merge process preserves your predefined user customizations without duplicating settings.

When do I need an .editorconfig for my project?▼

You need an .editorconfig when standardizing formatting across tools and IDEs for languages like TypeScript, C#, Python, or Go, reducing inconsistent editor settings and manual configuration for contributors.

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