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maintainers-list

Create or update MAINTAINERS.md with maintainer details and CNCF compliance checks.

2|Updated Mar 4, 2026
Search Tags:#project management#documentation#github#governance#maintainers#cncf
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/castrojo/cncf-skills --skill maintainers-list
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: maintainers-list
Source: https://github.com/castrojo/cncf-skills/tree/main/skills/maintainers-list
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/castrojo/cncf-skills --skill maintainers-list

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps CNCF projects create and maintain their MAINTAINERS.md file, ensuring clear documentation of project ownership and maintainer information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create or Update MAINTAINERS.md: Generates or modifies the file with maintainer details.
  • Verify Affiliations: Checks for multi-organization diversity, a key CNCF graduation requirement.
  • Use Case: A new CNCF project needs to establish its initial MAINTAINERS.md file, or an existing project needs to update its list after maintainer changes.

Quick Start

Use the maintainers-list skill to create or update the MAINTAINERS.md file for the project.

Frequently Asked Questions about maintainers-list

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a MAINTAINERS.md file for a CNCF project?▼

You can generate or update a MAINTAINERS.md file by using an automated skill that documents current maintainers, their GitHub handles, affiliations, and areas of ownership for CNCF compliance.

What is a MAINTAINERS.md file and when do I need it for project governance?▼

A MAINTAINERS.md file documents project ownership and maintainer information for CNCF projects. You need it to meet governance requirements and ensure clear documentation of maintainer affiliations and areas of ownership.

Does the MAINTAINERS.md generation process check multi-organization diversity for CNCF graduation?▼

Yes, generating or updating a MAINTAINERS.md file includes verifying multi-organization diversity. This check is a key CNCF graduation requirement to ensure proper project governance and maintainer diversity.

How do I update project maintainers and keep MAINTAINERS.md consistent with OWNERS files?▼

You can update project maintainers and keep MAINTAINERS.md consistent with OWNERS files by using a skill that checks alignment between the two documents while detailing current maintainers, GitHub handles, and affiliations.

Can I use this approach to document GitHub handles and affiliations for open source governance?▼

Yes, you can document GitHub handles and affiliations for open source governance. The MAINTAINERS.md file explicitly records maintainer details, ownership areas, and affiliation diversity for CNCF projects.

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