skills.rest
buddypia
buddypiaCOMMUNITY
Explore all skills by this author →
WebsiteGitHub

manual-generator

Generate and update Diataxis-based Markdown manuals from SKILL.md and MANIFEST.json files.

Updated Feb 21, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#developer tools#documentation#code documentation#manual generation#pipeline documentation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/buddypia/kaiju-voice --skill manual-generator
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: manual-generator
Source: https://github.com/buddypia/kaiju-voice/tree/main/.claude/skills/manual-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/buddypia/kaiju-voice --skill manual-generator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the generation and updating of comprehensive, Diataxis-based manuals for all project skills, agents, and pipelines, ensuring documentation stays current and accurate.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Manual Generation: Creates structured Markdown manuals from source files like SKILL.md and MANIFEST.json.
  • Staleness Detection: Automatically identifies outdated documentation based on source file changes.
  • Use Case: When a new skill is added or an existing one is modified, this Skill can be triggered to automatically update its corresponding manual, ensuring developers always have access to the latest documentation.

Quick Start

Use the manual-generator skill to update all documentation that has changed since the last update.

Frequently Asked Questions about manual-generator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate documentation generation for developer skills and pipelines?▼

Automate documentation generation by using source files like SKILL.md and MANIFEST.json to create structured, Diataxis-based manuals for skills, agents, and pipelines without manual writing.

How does staleness detection work for code documentation updates?▼

Staleness detection in code documentation works by comparing source file hashes to identify changes, then triggering targeted updates or full regeneration for outdated manuals.

What is the Diataxis framework for manual generation?▼

The Diataxis framework structures manual generation into distinct documentation types, ensuring comprehensive Markdown manuals are systematically created from source files like SKILL.md.

Can I update only changed documentation instead of regenerating everything?▼

Yes, you can update only changed documentation by using targeted update modes that detect staleness via hash comparison and regenerate only missing or modified manuals.

What do I need to generate manuals from SKILL.md and MANIFEST.json files?▼

To generate manuals from SKILL.md and MANIFEST.json files, you need your project's source files available so the automation can parse them and produce structured Markdown documentation.

When should I use automated manual generation over writing documentation manually?▼

Use automated manual generation when new skills are added or existing ones are modified, ensuring developers always access accurate, current Diataxis-based documentation without manual upkeep.

Related Skills

Explore More Software Engineering Skills→
maxvaegamaxvaega
146

csv-parser

Parses CSV files and validates their data across delimiters and encodings.

Community
Intermediate
tomada1114tomada1114
4

video-script-writing

Generate structured YouTube scripts from Markdown articles, notes, or outlines.

Community
Basic
lexand-devlexand-dev

expo-cicd-workflows

Generate and validate Expo EAS CI/CD workflow YAML files.

Community
Intermediate
zzafergokzzafergok
1

markdown-to-html-skill

Convert Markdown documents to HTML using marked.js, pandoc, gomarkdown, or static site generators.

Community
Intermediate