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git.commit.smart

Analyze staged changes to generate conventional git commit messages with footers.

Updated Aug 9, 2025
Search Tags:#automation#git#developer tools#version control#commit#conventional commits
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/chrislyons/carbon-acx --skill git-commit-smart
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: git.commit.smart
Source: https://github.com/chrislyons/carbon-acx/tree/main/.claude/skills/shared/git-commit-smart
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/chrislyons/carbon-acx --skill git-commit-smart

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the guesswork and inconsistency in writing git commit messages by automatically generating well-formatted, conventional commits that match your repository's style.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Smart Message Generation: Analyzes staged changes to draft appropriate commit messages following conventional commit format.
  • Style Consistency: Matches your repository's existing commit patterns and conventions.
  • Pre-commit Integration: Handles pre-commit hook failures gracefully and applies fixes when safe.
  • Use Case: After completing a feature implementation and staging your changes, use this Skill to automatically create a properly formatted commit with the correct type, scope, and descriptive body.

Quick Start

Stage your changes with git add, then ask Claude to create a commit for the staged modifications.

Frequently Asked Questions about git.commit.smart

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate git commit message generation from staged changes?▼

Automate git commit creation by staging your changes with git add, then using this Skill to analyze the diff and generate a conventional commit message with proper type, scope, body, and footer automatically.

What is conventional commit format and why should I use it?▼

Conventional commits follow a structured format (type: scope: description) that standardizes commit messages across teams, improves readability, enables automated changelog generation, and maintains consistency with repository style.

Can this Skill prevent secrets from being committed to git?▼

Yes, the Skill verifies staged changes and checks for secrets before creating commits, helping prevent accidental exposure of sensitive data in your repository.

How does this Skill handle pre-commit hook failures?▼

The Skill gracefully handles pre-commit hook outcomes by detecting failures and applying safe fixes automatically when possible, allowing commits to proceed without manual intervention.

Does this work with my repository's existing commit style?▼

Yes, the Skill analyzes and matches your repository's existing commit patterns and conventions, ensuring generated messages align with your project's established formatting standards.

What information does the Skill provide after creating a commit?▼

After committing, the Skill reports the commit hash, a summary of changes, and next steps for your workflow, giving you complete visibility into what was committed.

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