readme-standards

Validate README templates for required sections and YAML frontmatter.

6|Updated Feb 20, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zerobias-org/module --skill readme-standards
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Skill: readme-standards
Source: https://github.com/zerobias-org/module/tree/main/.claude/skills/readme-standards
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zerobias-org/module --skill readme-standards

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Validate README templates to ensure consistent documentation quality across projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces a YAML frontmatter with name and description
  • Checks for required sections: Installation, Usage, Authentication, Operations, Examples, Testing
  • Provides a Quick Start directive in plain language

Quick Start

Run the README template validator to ensure your README adheres to the standard sections and quality guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about readme-standards

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

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How do I validate README sections to ensure consistent documentation quality?

To validate README sections for consistent documentation quality, check that your file includes mandated sections like Installation, Usage, Authentication, Operations, Examples, and Testing. This ensures standardized project documentation across modules and contributor guides.

What is a Quick Start directive in a README template?

A Quick Start directive in a README template is a single-sentence plain language instruction that guides users to run the validator. It ensures your README adheres to standard section guidelines and quality checks.

Does my README require YAML frontmatter for documentation standards validation?

Yes, documentation standards validation requires YAML frontmatter with name and description fields. This enforces consistent metadata across README templates before checking for required sections like Installation, Usage, and Testing.

How do I check if my README template has all required sections?

To check if your README template has all required sections, validate it against mandated sections including Installation, Usage, Authentication, Operations, Examples, and Testing. This ensures consistent documentation quality across new modules and contributor guides.

What's the best way to enforce README quality across multiple projects?

The best way to enforce README quality across multiple projects is to validate templates against standardized sections and YAML frontmatter requirements. This applies consistent documentation checks to new modules, templates, and contributor guides.

When should I not use standardized README sections for my project?

You should avoid standardized README sections when your project lacks operational components like Authentication or Testing. The validator checks for these mandated sections, so projects without these operational needs may not fit the standard template.