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prep-major-release

Coordinate README reviews, demo updates, dependency checks, and validation for major software releases.

1|Updated Jun 19, 2026
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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/brianwestphal/apple-fm --skill prep-major-release
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: prep-major-release
Source: https://github.com/brianwestphal/apple-fm/tree/main/.claude/skills/prep-major-release
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brianwestphal/apple-fm --skill prep-major-release

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents release materials from becoming outdated by aligning apple-fm documentation and demos with the current shipped feature set.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • README Release Review: Audits public documentation against requirements, APIs, CLI behavior, and recent changes to ensure accurate feature messaging.
  • Demo Preparation: Reviews demo modes, updates stale examples, and identifies improvements without performing the final capture step.
  • Release Validation Workflow: Coordinates dependency checks, test verification, and handoff guidance for preparing a major release of a software project.

Quick Start

Ask the prep-major-release skill to review apple-fm's README and demo configuration before a major release.

Frequently Asked Questions about prep-major-release

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I prepare software release documentation for a major release?▼

To prepare software release documentation, audit public README files against current APIs, CLI behavior, and recent changes. This ensures accurate feature messaging and aligns public-facing content with the actual shipped product capabilities.

What is the best way to update stale demo examples before a launch?▼

Updating stale demo examples involves reviewing demo modes, evaluating current configurations, and identifying improvements without performing the final capture step. This maintains trustworthy demonstration assets for the release.

How do I validate command-line features for a software release handoff?▼

Validating command-line features requires source inspection, test verification, and dependency checks. Coordinating these validation workflows ensures accurate feature tracking and generates reliable release handoff guidance.

Can I use this release validation workflow for library features too?▼

Yes, this release validation workflow applies to both command-line and library features. It coordinates dependency checks and test verification to align public documentation with the current product capabilities.

Why does my README show outdated features after a major release?▼

A README shows outdated features when public documentation is not audited against recent changes and current APIs. Performing a README release review aligns public-facing content with the actual shipped feature set.

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