ibm-sg-references

Review documentation for IBM Style Guide reference and version formatting standards.

Updated Aug 27, 2026

Search Tags:#versioning #style guide #references #documentation review #trademark #product names

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Skill: ibm-sg-references
Source: https://github.com/redhat-documentation/redhat-docs-agent-tools/tree/main/plugins/docs-tools/skills/ibm-sg-references
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/redhat-documentation/redhat-docs-agent-tools --skill ibm-sg-references

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps ensure documentation adheres to the IBM Style Guide's standards for references, product naming, and version formatting, preventing common errors and inconsistencies.

Core Features & Use Cases

Reference Checking: Validates citations, footnotes, and geographic references.
Naming Conventions: Verifies correct capitalization and usage of product, service, and personal names.
Version Formatting: Ensures product versions are presented consistently and clearly.
Use Case: Review a draft of a new product's release notes to confirm all product names are capitalized correctly and version numbers follow the specified format.

Quick Start

Review the attached document for IBM Style Guide reference issues.

Frequently Asked Questions about ibm-sg-references

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I check product names and trademarks against the IBM Style Guide?▼

To check product names and trademarks against the IBM Style Guide, review your documentation to validate correct capitalization, usage, and consistent presentation of product versions across all references.

What is the best way to format citations and footnotes for IBM documentation?▼

Formatting citations and footnotes for IBM documentation requires adherence to IBM Style Guide reference standards, validating geographic locations and citations to prevent common inconsistencies in technical drafts.

Does the IBM Style Guide review conflict with Red Hat Supplementary Style Guide rules?▼

When an IBM Style Guide review conflicts with Red Hat Supplementary Style Guide rules, the review process prioritizes the Red Hat Supplementary Style Guide directives to resolve formatting and reference discrepancies.

How do I review release notes for correct product version formatting and naming conventions?▼

Reviewing release notes for correct product version formatting involves checking the draft text to confirm all product names are capitalized correctly and version numbers follow the specified IBM Style Guide format.

What are the limitations of automating IBM Style Guide reference checks?▼

Limitations of automating IBM Style Guide reference checks include reliance on the provided document text, meaning it validates citations, footnotes, and naming conventions without integrating external content validation sources.