readme-review

Summarize a project README and propose one actionable next step.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sofer/.agents --skill readme-review
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: readme-review
Source: https://github.com/sofer/.agents/tree/main/skills/readme-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sofer/.agents --skill readme-review

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Quickly orient yourself in a new project by reviewing the README and suggesting what to do next.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Concise project summary: Extracts purpose, tech stack, status, and setup guidance from the README.
  • Next-step recommendation: Proposes a single actionable next step tailored to the project.
  • Onboarding support: Helps new contributors start with clear context and direction.

Quick Start

Invoke this skill on a new repository to read the README, summarize the project, and propose one actionable next step.

Frequently Asked Questions about readme-review

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

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How do I quickly summarize a README to understand a new project?

To summarize a README for a new project, use this skill to extract the purpose, tech stack, status, and setup guidance. It analyzes the README content and produces a structured summary to help you quickly orient yourself in unfamiliar repositories.

What is the best way to get project context for onboarding as a new contributor?

The best way to get onboarding context is to review the README for purpose and setup guidance. This skill provides a concise project summary and proposes a single actionable next step, helping new contributors start with clear direction.

Can I generate a recommended next step from a poorly written README?

Yes, you can generate a recommended next step from poorly written READMEs. This skill applies to unfamiliar projects with documentation of varying quality, extracting available context to propose a single actionable next step.

Does this README review work without any dependencies or components?

Yes, this README review works without any dependencies or components. You can invoke it directly on a new repository to read the documentation, summarize the project, and propose one actionable next step.

What specific information is extracted during a README summary?

During a README summary, the specific information extracted includes the project purpose, tech stack, status, and setup guidance. This structured data provides the context needed to understand the project and determine what to do next.