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git-commit-message

Analyze uncommitted Git changes and suggest Conventional Commits messages.

Updated Feb 1, 2026
Search Tags:#git#developer tools#code review#version control#commit#conventional commits
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fingersnap-dev/skills --skill git-commit-message-fingersnap-dev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: git-commit-message
Source: https://github.com/fingersnap-dev/skills/tree/main/skills/git-commit-message
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fingersnap-dev/skills --skill git-commit-message-fingersnap-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers quickly generate well-formatted commit messages for their code changes, adhering to the Conventional Commits specification.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Analyzes uncommitted changes using git status and git diff.
  • Suggests commit messages in the Conventional Commits format (feat, fix, chore, etc.).
  • Prioritizes staged changes for message generation.
  • Offers multiple message candidates and rationales when needed.
  • Use when you need to commit code and want a clear, standardized message.

Quick Start

Use the git-commit-message skill to suggest commit messages for my current changes.

Frequently Asked Questions about git-commit-message

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate conventional commit messages for my current git changes?▼

To generate conventional commit messages, the Skill analyzes your uncommitted git changes using git status and git diff, then suggests standardized messages with prefixes like feat, fix, or chore for clear version control history.

What is the conventional commits format and why use it for git version control?▼

The conventional commits format standardizes commit messages using structured prefixes like feat, fix, and chore to differentiate code changes, satisfying requirements for a clear, concise, and standardized commit history during code review.

Does this Skill analyze staged changes or unstaged modifications when suggesting commit messages?▼

The Skill differentiates between staged and unstaged modifications by analyzing the current repository state, prioritizing staged changes to ensure the suggested commit message accurately reflects your prepared git diff.

How do I write a commit message when I have multiple types of code changes staged?▼

When multiple code changes are staged, the Skill analyzes the git diff and offers multiple commit message candidates with rationales, helping you select the most appropriate conventional commits prefix for your complex repository state.

Can I use this to automate commit message generation for developer tools without manual typing?▼

Yes, you can automate commit message generation by prompting the Skill to suggest messages for your current changes, which analyzes the git status and outputs conventional commits formatted text ready for your developer tools workflow.

What are the limitations of using AI to suggest git commit messages for code review?▼

The Skill scopes suggestions strictly to the current repository state by analyzing git diff, meaning it focuses on generating standardized conventional commits text rather than validating the logical correctness or runtime impact of the actual code changes.

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