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maintaining-project-context

Update CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md documentation when code changes alter contracts.

5|1|Updated Jan 26, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#CLAUDE.md#contract#AGENTS.md#docs-sync#change-detection
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ed3dai/ed3d-plugins-testing --skill maintaining-project-context
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: maintaining-project-context
Source: https://github.com/ed3dai/ed3d-plugins-testing/tree/main/plugins/ed3d-extending-claude/skills/maintaining-project-context
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ed3dai/ed3d-plugins-testing --skill maintaining-project-context

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill keeps CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md up to date when code changes alter contracts, ensuring documentation accurately reflects the current architecture and agreements across branches.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated context updates: Detects changes in code that impact contracts and automatically suggests updates to CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md.
  • Standardized formatting: Enforces a consistent structure for contracts, dependencies, invariants, and key decisions.
  • Cross-repo coordination: Creates or updates companion CLAUDE.md in AGENTS.md canonical setups as needed and coordinates domain-specific documentation.

Quick Start

Run the maintaining-project-context skill to synchronize documentation after a completed development branch, specifying the changed domains and the affected context files.

Frequently Asked Questions about maintaining-project-context

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I keep CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md documentation in sync with code changes?▼

To keep CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md in sync, this skill detects code changes that impact domain contracts and automatically suggests updates to ensure documentation accurately reflects the current architecture across branches.

What is the best way to update project context files after a development branch is completed?▼

The best way to update project context files is by running a synchronization skill that updates domain contracts and architectural notes, ensuring consistent production-grade documentation for end-of-phase handoffs.

When do I need to update CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md documentation?▼

You need to update CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md when code changes alter domain contracts, applying across development branches and end-of-phase handoffs to ensure documentation accurately reflects current agreements.

Does this documentation sync approach work for cross-repo coordination?▼

Yes, this approach works for cross-repo coordination by creating or updating companion CLAUDE.md in AGENTS.md canonical setups as needed and coordinating domain-specific documentation across repositories.

Can I enforce a standardized format for contracts and dependencies in CLAUDE.md?▼

Yes, you can enforce a standardized format for contracts, dependencies, invariants, and key decisions, ensuring a consistent structure across CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md files.

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