generate-overview

Generate project overview docs from strategy files and codebase.

Updated Apr 17, 2026

Search Tags:#documentation #markdown #codebase #strategy #handoff #generate #project-overview

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npx skills add https://github.com/David-Melo/astro-base --skill generate-overview

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Skill: generate-overview
Source: https://github.com/David-Melo/astro-base/tree/main/.claude/skills/generate_overview
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/David-Melo/astro-base --skill generate-overview

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Generates and refreshes the project's documentation set by translating strategy documents and the current codebase into up-to-date, handoff-ready materials for development and governance teams.

Core Features & Use Cases

Generate docs/project_overview.md with a concise tech stack and project structure summary.
Generate docs/site_overview.md with an implementation snapshot and handoff context.
Update the root README.md to reflect developer setup, scripts, and contribution guidelines.
Respect source-of-truth: strategy_blueprint.md and brand_palette.md remain authoritative and must not be overwritten.

Quick Start

Run the generate-overview skill after updating strategy_blueprint.md or the codebase to refresh project overview documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions about generate-overview

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

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How do I generate project overview documentation from my codebase and strategy files?▼

You can generate project overview documentation by running the skill to compile concise, developer-friendly handoff materials from your strategy_blueprint.md and current codebase into files like docs/project_overview.md.

What is the best way to automate README and markdown handoff docs for a development team?▼

Automating markdown handoff docs is best handled by tools that translate strategy documents and the codebase into up-to-date materials, refreshing the root README.md with developer setup, scripts, and contribution guidelines.

Does generating project overview markdown overwrite my strategy_blueprint.md source file?▼

Generating project overview markdown does not overwrite your strategy_blueprint.md or brand_palette.md files, as the skill preserves these strategy documents as the primary authoritative sources.

When do I need to refresh my site overview and project documentation?▼

You need to refresh site overview and project documentation whenever you update the strategy_blueprint.md or modify the codebase, ensuring your handoff materials reflect the current implementation snapshot.

Can I use this approach to update developer setup scripts and contribution guidelines in my README?▼

Yes, you can use this approach to update the root README.md, as the process specifically translates the current codebase context into developer setup instructions, scripts, and contribution guidelines.