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oss-growth

Create and execute Open Source Software growth strategies with documentation and conversion surfaces.

4|1|Updated May 7, 2026
Search Tags:#oss#growth strategies#contributor experience#release announcements#readme templates
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/githubnext/apm --skill oss-growth-githubnext
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: oss-growth
Source: https://github.com/githubnext/apm/tree/main/.apm/skills/oss-growth
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/githubnext/apm --skill oss-growth-githubnext

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of promoting and enhancing Open Source Software (OSS) adoption by providing a comprehensive set of tools and guidelines for optimizing growth strategies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Growth Strategy Documentation: Facilitates the creation and management of growth strategies outlined in WIP/growth-strategy.md.
  • Conversion Surfaces: Streamlines the development of READMEs, quickstarts, and examples to improve user onboarding.
  • Release Announcements: Aids in crafting effective release notes, launch posts, and social copy.
  • Contributor Funnel: Supports the development of issue templates and guides to improve the contributor experience.
  • Story Angles: Offers suggestions for marketing and communication materials that can be used to promote OSS projects.
  • Use Case: Use the Skill to update the README for your OSS project to include a new feature that has been contributed by a community member.

Quick Start

Run the 'oss-growth' skill to generate a new release announcement template for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about oss-growth

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create an open source software growth strategy for my project?▼

To create an open source software growth strategy, document your goals and tactics in a structured framework. This involves outlining approaches for user onboarding and release announcements to drive adoption.

What's the best way to write release announcements and social copy for an OSS project?▼

To write release announcements for an OSS project, use a structured template that guides the creation of release notes, launch posts, and social copy to effectively communicate project updates to the community.

How do I improve the contributor experience and funnel for open source software?▼

You can improve the open source contributor experience by developing standardized issue templates and guides. This structures the contributor funnel, making it easier for community members to submit contributions.

How can I optimize my README and quickstart examples to boost OSS adoption?▼

Optimize your README and quickstart examples by treating them as conversion surfaces. Streamlining these onboarding documents helps new users quickly understand the project and drives OSS adoption.

Can I get marketing story angles for promoting an open source project?▼

Yes, you can get marketing story angles for promoting an open source project. The framework offers suggestions for marketing and communication materials to help boost your project's visibility.

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