google-developer-style-guide-api-code-reference

Generate API reference documentation following Google developer documentation style guidelines.

Updated May 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ghalactic/vale-style --skill google-developer-style-guide-api-code-reference
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Skill: google-developer-style-guide-api-code-reference
Source: https://github.com/ghalactic/vale-style/tree/main/.agents/skills/google-developer-style-guide-api-code-reference
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ghalactic/vale-style --skill google-developer-style-guide-api-code-reference

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires sktool, python, pypandoc, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the generation of API reference documentation by enforcing the formatting guidelines outlined in the Google developer documentation style guide, improving consistency and readability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic Formatting: Adheres to the specific formatting rules defined in the Google style guide for code comments, class/method documentation, parameter descriptions, and API reference formatting.
  • Cross-Language Support: Supports documentation generation across multiple programming languages, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of API libraries.
  • Use Case: Utilize this Skill to ensure that all API references within a software project meet Google's standards, enhancing documentation quality and maintainability.

Quick Start

Apply the google-developer-style-guide-api-code-reference skill to format your project's API documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions about google-developer-style-guide-api-code-reference

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

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How do I automate API reference documentation formatting to meet Google standards?

You automate API reference documentation formatting by applying rules that enforce Google developer style guidelines for code comments, class and method descriptions, and parameter details. This ensures consistent formatting across your project's API libraries.

What is the best way to format code comments for multiple programming languages?

Formatting code comments across multiple programming languages requires a cross-language support tool that applies standardized documentation rules. This ensures compatibility and consistent API reference formatting across diverse codebases.

Does this API documentation generator support Python and Pandoc dependencies?

Yes, the API documentation generator operates using Python, PyPandoc, and Sktool dependencies. This stack processes code comments and parameter descriptions to output Google-compliant reference documentation.

How do I ensure my class and method documentation complies with Google developer guidelines?

You ensure class and method documentation complies with Google developer guidelines by automatically validating and restructuring descriptions against the style guide. This enforces specific formatting requirements for API references.

Can I use this to fix inconsistent parameter descriptions in my API libraries?

Yes, you can use it to fix inconsistent parameter descriptions by automatically restructuring them to match Google developer documentation standards. This standardization improves readability and maintainability across your API libraries.

What are the limitations of automating API documentation formatting with predefined style guides?

Automating API documentation formatting with predefined style guides restricts output to the specific formatting requirements set forth by Google. It requires compatible code comments and valid inputs to generate compliant reference documentation.