hip-builder

Create, review, and validate Hedera Improvement Proposals against source code standards.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kpachhai/idea-forge --skill hip-builder
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Skill: hip-builder
Source: https://github.com/kpachhai/idea-forge/tree/main/skills/builders/hip-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kpachhai/idea-forge --skill hip-builder

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of authoring, reviewing, and maintaining HIP documents by providing structured templates, verification tools, and insider checks, reducing errors and increasing compliance with Hedera standards.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated HIP formatting: Generate and validate HIP Markdown documents according to official templates.
  • Factual verification: Cross-check references, system contract addresses, and function signatures against Hedera documentation and source code.
  • Use Case: Draft a new HIP for a protocol upgrade and verify all referenced addresses and function signatures for correctness before submission.

Quick Start

Use the hip-builder to create a new HIP draft for a proposed network feature and validate its technical details automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions about hip-builder

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a Hedera Improvement Proposal that meets official documentation standards?

To create a compliant Hedera Improvement Proposal, you can use structured templates and verification tools to automatically format the Markdown document and validate its adherence to official Hedera standards.

How can I verify system contract addresses and function signatures before submitting a HIP?

You can verify system contract addresses and function signatures by cross-checking your referenced technical details against Hedera documentation and source code, ensuring factual accuracy before submission.

What is the best way to review a HIP draft for protocol upgrade compliance?

The best way to review a HIP draft for compliance is to run automated fact-checking and security consideration validations against source code standards to identify errors before formal submission.

Does the HIP creation process require source code validation for network feature proposals?

Yes, source code validation is required to ensure your network feature proposal correctly references system contracts and function signatures, reducing errors and increasing compliance with Hedera standards.

Can I use automated templates for protocol development workflows involving Hedera Improvement Proposals?

Yes, you can use automated templates to generate and validate HIP Markdown documents, providing structured assistance suitable for formal protocol development workflows.