project-documentation

Generate layered README, architecture, walkthrough, and API reference documentation from a codebase.

Updated Jan 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Junior-Frontend-dev/Hi-u-ng --skill project-documentation-junior-frontend-dev
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Skill: project-documentation
Source: https://github.com/Junior-Frontend-dev/Hi-u-ng/tree/main/.claude/skills/documentation/project-documentation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Junior-Frontend-dev/Hi-u-ng --skill project-documentation-junior-frontend-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Too many developers struggle to onboard to new codebases; this skill generates layered documentation (high/mid/low level) to explain structure, architecture, and patterns, enabling faster ramp-up and consistent knowledge sharing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Outputs: README, architecture overview, walkthroughs, API references, and onboarding guides derived from the codebase.
  • Layered Approach: High-level overviews for newcomers, mid-level architecture diagrams, and low-level code references for maintainers.
  • Use Case: Teams can auto-generate up-to-date docs from a repository to onboard new engineers and standardize knowledge transfer.

Quick Start

Scan a codebase and generate a complete, layered documentation bundle including README, architecture overview, and onboarding materials.

Frequently Asked Questions about project-documentation

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

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How do I generate layered codebase documentation for faster onboarding?

Layered codebase documentation is generated by scanning a repository to output READMEs, architecture overviews, walkthroughs, and API references. This creates high-level, mid-level, and low-level guides to accelerate engineer onboarding and knowledge sharing.

What is the best way to create architecture diagrams and walkthroughs from an existing codebase?

Creating architecture diagrams and walkthroughs is best handled by automating layered documentation generation across the repository. This produces structured artifacts like architecture overviews and detailed walkthroughs, ensuring consistent knowledge transfer for both managers and engineers.

Can I auto-generate API references and onboarding materials for any repository?

Yes, you can auto-generate API references and onboarding materials for new or existing repositories. The process organizes these multi-layered documentation artifacts under a dedicated docs directory while enabling search and versioning for maintainers.

How do I structure README and architecture overview files for a new codebase?

To structure README and architecture overview files, the system applies templates across the codebase to organize outputs under a docs directory. This ensures newcomers receive high-level overviews alongside detailed walkthroughs for standardized knowledge transfer.

Does this codebase documentation approach work without external dependencies?

Yes, this codebase documentation approach works without external dependencies. It applies internal templates directly to the repository to generate multi-layered artifacts, enabling search and versioning without requiring additional components or setup.