release-notes

Generate markdown release notes from git commit history.

538|19|Updated Sep 22, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Doezer/Questarr --skill release-notes-doezer
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Skill: release-notes
Source: https://github.com/Doezer/Questarr/tree/main/.claude/skills/release-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Doezer/Questarr --skill release-notes-doezer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation of formatted release notes from git commits, simplifying the maintenance of software version histories.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Git Integration: Extracts information from git commits for generating release notes.
  • Versioning Management: Determines the new version number based on the git branch name.
  • Changelog Formatting: Groups commits by type and formats them as a markdown changelog section.

Quick Start

Run skill release-notes to generate release notes from the latest commits.

Frequently Asked Questions about release-notes

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate release notes from git commit history automatically?

To generate release notes from git commit history, you can run a script that extracts commit messages and formats them into a markdown changelog grouped by commit type. This automates extracting and formatting commits for software versioning.

Can I determine the new software version number from a git branch name?

Yes, you can determine the new software version number from the git branch name. The release notes generation process includes versioning management that automatically extracts and applies the version number based on your branch naming conventions.

What is the best way to format git commits into a markdown changelog?

The best way to format git commits into a markdown changelog is to use an automated script that groups commits by type. This ensures consistent software documentation by extracting and structuring commit messages directly from your git history.

Do I need any external dependencies to automate changelog generation from git commits?

No external dependencies are required to automate changelog generation from git commits. The process runs independently using built-in scripts to extract and format your git commit history into structured release notes.

How does grouping commits by type improve software documentation?

Grouping commits by type improves software documentation by organizing raw git commit messages into categorized markdown changelog sections. This structured formatting makes release notes easier to read and track across software versioning cycles.