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release-changelog

Generate a Markdown changelog from Git commits, changesets, and merged pull requests.

Updated Apr 7, 2026
Search Tags:#release management#versioning#release notes#changelog generation#Git analysis
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/louisfbuys/paperclip --skill release-changelog-louisfbuys
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: release-changelog
Source: https://github.com/louisfbuys/paperclip/tree/main/.agents/skills/release-changelog
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/louisfbuys/paperclip --skill release-changelog-louisfbuys

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires git, gh, markdown, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the generation of release changelogs for Paperclip, reducing the manual effort required to compile and maintain these documents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Changelog Generation: Automatically creates a detailed changelog from Git commits, changesets, and merged PRs.
  • Versioning Control: Supports calendar versioning and ensures the correct versioning of changelogs.
  • Review Process: Includes a review step to prevent accidental overwrites and manage updates to existing changelogs.
  • Output: Generates a Markdown file with a structured format for easy reading and inclusion in release notes.

Quick Start

Run the release-changelog skill to generate the changelog for the next stable release.

Frequently Asked Questions about release-changelog

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a changelog automatically from Git commits and merged pull requests?▼

You can generate a changelog automatically by running the release-changelog skill, which analyzes Git commits, changesets, and merged GitHub pull requests to produce a structured Markdown file for your release notes.

Can I use GitHub CLI to automate release notes creation for my repository?▼

Yes, automating release notes creation with GitHub CLI is supported. The skill requires the gh CLI to analyze merged pull requests and compile them into a structured Markdown changelog.

Does this changelog generation tool support calendar versioning?▼

Yes, the changelog generation process supports calendar versioning. It ensures the correct versioning is applied to your changelog during the release management workflow.

What is needed to prevent accidental overwrites when updating existing changelogs?▼

To prevent accidental overwrites when updating existing changelogs, the generation process includes a built-in review step to manage updates and verify changes before finalizing the Markdown output.

Do I need Git and Markdown to run the automated changelog generation?▼

Yes, you need Git, the GitHub CLI, and Markdown formatting to run the automated changelog generation, as the skill relies on these dependencies to analyze commits and format the output.

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