quick-commit

Create concise git commit messages and commit staged changes.

Updated Jan 29, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AleksaRistic216/aleksaristic-ecosystem --skill quick-commit
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: quick-commit
Source: https://github.com/AleksaRistic216/aleksaristic-ecosystem/tree/main/.claude/skills/quick-commit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AleksaRistic216/aleksaristic-ecosystem --skill quick-commit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines Git workflows by generating short, precise commit messages (50 characters or fewer) and applying them with a safe, reproducible commit format. It helps maintain a clean history and reduces cognitive load when documenting small changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Concise commits: Create messages that are 50 characters or less and use present tense.
  • Deterministic formatting: Commit with a standardized heredoc that includes a generated footer.
  • Workflow hygiene: Review changes with git status and git diff before committing, then verify with git log -5 --oneline.
  • Use Case: When you modify a single function or tweak a UI label, this skill ensures the commit remains small, meaningful, and consistent.

Quick Start

Example: Commit changes with a short, present-tense message (50 characters or fewer) using the heredoc format shown in the instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions about quick-commit

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

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How do I write concise git commit messages that follow best practices?

Concise git commit messages improve readability and project history. This Skill generates present-tense messages of 50 characters or fewer, reviews your working tree with git status and git diff, examines recent commits, and applies a standardized format with required metadata to ensure consistency across your project.

Can I automate commit message generation for small code changes?

Yes. Automation reduces cognitive load when documenting minor modifications. This Skill reviews staged changes, drafts a concise message matching your project conventions, and commits with a deterministic heredoc format that includes generated footers and Co-Authored-By metadata.

What's the best way to maintain a clean git history with short commits?

Short, focused commits keep history clean and bisectable. This Skill creates messages at or under 50 characters, verifies changes before committing with git log review, and applies reproducible formatting so every commit follows the same standard regardless of who makes it.

Does this work with existing git workflows and project conventions?

Yes. The Skill examines your recent git log to understand project conventions, then generates messages that match that style. It uses a safe, reproducible heredoc-based commit format compatible with standard git workflows and version control practices.

How does the Skill ensure commit messages stay under 50 characters?

The Skill enforces the 50-character limit by drafting present-tense messages within that bound before committing. It reviews your changes and recent history to pick precise language, then applies the message with standardized metadata in a single heredoc operation.