readme-generator

Name: readme-generator
Availability: InStock
Author: sunbluesome

Generate a README.md by inspecting charter docs, source code, and dependencies.

Updated Aug 27, 2026

Search Tags:#documentation #readme #docs-automation #source-code #charter-analysis

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npx skills add https://github.com/sunbluesome/dotfiles --skill readme-generator-sunbluesome

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Skill: readme-generator
Source: https://github.com/sunbluesome/dotfiles/tree/main/.claude/ds/skills/readme-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sunbluesome/dotfiles --skill readme-generator-sunbluesome

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams quickly create and update comprehensive README.md files by analyzing project structure, charter, codebase, and documentation to produce a consistent, informative entry point for users and contributors.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated README generation: Create a complete README.md tailored to the project by inspecting key artifacts like Charter docs, src structure, interface specs, and pyproject.toml.
Bilingual/documentation-friendly output: Generates a bilingual-friendly README with clear technical terms suitable for developers and non-technical stakeholders.
Use Case: When onboarding a new repository, run the generator to produce an up-to-date README that covers purpose, architecture, and how to get started.

Quick Start

Run the generator to produce a README.md by analyzing your project and writing it to the repository root.

Frequently Asked Questions about readme-generator

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

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How do I generate a README.md from source code and project artifacts?▼

To generate a README.md, the Skill inspects project artifacts like charter docs, source code structure, interface specs, and dependencies to assemble a structured template and write the result to the repository root.

What is the best way to automate documentation for a new software repository?▼

Automating documentation for a new software repository involves analyzing the codebase and pyproject.toml to produce a consistent, bilingual-friendly README that covers project purpose, architecture, and setup instructions for contributors.

Does the README generator work with charter docs and interface specs?▼

Yes, the README generator works with charter docs and interface specs by analyzing these artifacts to extract project details, ensuring the resulting README accurately reflects the architecture and usage scenarios.

Can I create a bilingual README for non-technical stakeholders?▼

You can create a bilingual-friendly README that features clear technical terms, making the generated project documentation accessible to both developers and non-technical stakeholders onboarding to the repository.

What limitations exist when auto-generating docs from a codebase?▼

A limitation when auto-generating docs from a codebase is that the output relies entirely on the accuracy of existing charter docs and source code structure, meaning incomplete artifacts will produce a less comprehensive README.