pulse

Aggregate recent codebase activity into a structured digest with per-author summaries.

4|1|Updated May 31, 2015
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/samcdavid/dotfiles --skill pulse-samcdavid
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: pulse
Source: https://github.com/samcdavid/dotfiles/tree/main/claude/skills/pulse
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/samcdavid/dotfiles --skill pulse-samcdavid

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams stay aligned by summarizing recent codebase activity across all contributors, surfacing hotspots, significant changes, and author-level summaries.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Surface hotspots based on churn across commits and PRs.
  • Highlight migrations, API changes, and dependency updates.
  • Provide per-author summaries to identify contributors with notable activity.

Quick Start

Generate a concise digest of the last 30 days of codebase activity.

Frequently Asked Questions about pulse

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize recent codebase activity across all contributors?

You can summarize recent codebase activity by aggregating commits, pull requests, and migrations to surface hotspots and per-author summaries. This provides a structured digest highlighting significant changes across all contributors.

What is the best way to identify codebase hotspots from recent commits and pull requests?

Identifying codebase hotspots is done by calculating churn across recent commits and pull requests. This surfaces high-activity areas in the codebase, helping teams review weekly sprints or onboard new contributors effectively.

Can I generate a codebase digest for a custom time range like the last 30 days?

Yes, you can generate a codebase digest for a custom time range by configuring ARGUMENTS. While the default period is 1 week, you can specify alternative durations like 30 days to summarize codebase activity over longer intervals.

How do I track API shifts and dependency migrations in a codebase?

You can track API shifts and dependency migrations by aggregating recent codebase changes into a structured digest. This process highlights significant structural updates and migrations alongside standard commit and pull request tracking.

Does this codebase digest tool work without external dependencies?

Yes, the codebase digest tool operates entirely without external dependencies. It analyzes repository activity natively to produce per-author summaries and hotspot reports without requiring additional packages or components.