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git-github-changelog

Generate and update changelogs in Keep a Changelog format from Git commit history.

1|Updated Mar 11, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#git#changelog#conventional commits#github#release notes
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/FutureAtoms/claude-skills-backup --skill git-github-changelog
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: git-github-changelog
Source: https://github.com/FutureAtoms/claude-skills-backup/tree/main/git-github-changelog
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/FutureAtoms/claude-skills-backup --skill git-github-changelog

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires git, gh, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of generating and updating changelogs, ensuring consistency and saving developers significant time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate Changelogs: Automatically create or update changelog files based on commit history.
  • Format Adherence: Supports the Keep a Changelog format and integrates with semantic versioning.
  • Use Case: After merging a new feature and several bug fixes, use this Skill to update your CHANGELOG.md file, categorizing the changes appropriately and preparing for a new release.

Quick Start

Use the git-github-changelog skill to generate the changelog for the next release.

Frequently Asked Questions about git-github-changelog

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate changelog generation from Git commit history?▼

You can automate changelog generation by parsing Git commit history to create or update files in the Keep a Changelog format, categorizing changes and preparing for releases using tools like standard-version or git-cliff.

How does conventional commits changelog formatting work?▼

Conventional commits changelog formatting works by parsing structured commit messages to categorize changes into Keep a Changelog format sections, ensuring consistency and saving developers significant time during release preparation.

Do I need GitHub CLI to generate release notes from Git commits?▼

You need Git command-line interface to generate changelogs from commit history, while GitHub CLI is optional and primarily required for generating or integrating GitHub release notes.

What is the best way to update a Keep a Changelog file for a new release?▼

The best way to update a Keep a Changelog file is using automated tools like conventional-changelog or git-cliff to parse commit history, categorize features and fixes, and format entries for the new release.

Can I integrate manual changelog entries with automated release notes generation?▼

Yes, the automated release notes generation supports manual entry formatting alongside automated parsing, allowing you to integrate custom entries with categorized commit history in the Keep a Changelog format.

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