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readme-updater

Synchronize README.md with codebase metadata and dependencies.

Updated Feb 17, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#devops#versioning#documentation#markdown#readme#repository
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/prulloac/git-blame-vsc --skill readme-updater-prulloac
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: readme-updater
Source: https://github.com/prulloac/git-blame-vsc/tree/main/.agents/skills/readme-updater
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/prulloac/git-blame-vsc --skill readme-updater-prulloac

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Keeps a repository's README.md in sync with the actual project state by deriving metadata from the codebase and dependencies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Project Overview Synchronization: Updates the project description and features list based on the latest implementation.
  • Installation & Setup Tracking: Automatically detects project type (Node.js, Python, Rust, etc.) and updates setup/installation commands.
  • Usage Examples Generator: Scrapes code examples from test suites or examples/ directory and integrates them into the README.
  • Version and Changelog Linking: Keeps the current version and links to the CHANGELOG.md updated.
  • Dependency Visualization: Optionally generates or updates a list of main dependencies or a simple architecture overview.

Quick Start

Scan the workspace and regenerate the repository's README.md to reflect the latest codebase metadata.

Frequently Asked Questions about readme-updater

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically update my README to match my codebase?▼

Automate README synchronization by analyzing codebase patterns and dependencies to reflect the current implementation. The tool scans repository metadata and updates sections like overview, installation, and usage to match the latest project state.

How do I generate usage examples in my README from test suites?▼

Generate usage examples by scraping code directly from test suites or an examples directory. The extracted code snippets are then automatically integrated into the README to provide accurate, up-to-date usage demonstrations.

Can I sync installation commands in my README for different project types like Node.js and Python?▼

Yes, installation tracking detects the project type, such as Node.js, Python, or Rust, and automatically updates the setup and installation commands in the README to reflect the detected environment.

How do I keep version numbers and changelog links in my README consistent with my repository?▼

Keep version numbers and changelog links consistent by validating repository metadata against the README. The tool identifies project metadata from config files and updates the current version alongside links to the CHANGELOG.

What is the best way to visualize project dependencies in a README?▼

Visualize dependencies by optionally generating or updating a list of main dependencies within the README. This creates a simple architecture overview derived directly from the codebase's current dependency metadata.

What sections of a README can be automatically updated?▼

Automatically updated README sections include the project overview, installation, setup, usage examples, and changelog. The synchronization process updates these specific areas whenever the underlying codebase metadata changes.

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