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repo-documentation

Generate README-style documentation from repository files and directory structure.

Updated Apr 8, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#onboarding#codebase#readme#project-structure#tech-stack#repo-analysis
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mashharuki/flare-sample --skill repo-documentation
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: repo-documentation
Source: https://github.com/mashharuki/flare-sample/tree/main/.claude/skills/repo-documentation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mashharuki/flare-sample --skill repo-documentation

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of understanding and documenting unfamiliar codebases by automatically analyzing repository structure, manifests, scripts, and configuration to produce clear, actionable documentation for developers and stakeholders.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Repository discovery: Scans root files, package manifests, lockfiles, CI configs, and common directories to determine language, frameworks, and entry points.
  • Structured README generation: Produces an organized README or docs with project overview, tech stack, directory layout, setup steps, environment variables, and main commands.
  • Onboarding and maintenance: Useful for onboarding new contributors, creating missing documentation, or extracting reproducible setup instructions from CI and Docker configurations.
  • Use case: When joining a new project, run the Skill to get a single-page README that explains how to run, build, test, and deploy the project.

Quick Start

Generate a comprehensive README for this repository describing the project overview, technology stack, directory structure, setup steps, and main commands.

Frequently Asked Questions about repo-documentation

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a README and setup instructions for an unfamiliar codebase?▼

To generate a README for an unfamiliar codebase, the Skill scans repository structures, package manifests, and CI configurations to automatically extract project overviews, tech stacks, and setup steps into a readable document.

Can I generate project documentation for a monorepo or mixed-language repository?▼

Yes, you can generate project documentation for a monorepo or mixed-language repository. The Skill analyzes root files, lockfiles, and common directories to determine frameworks and entry points across multiple languages.

What is the best way to extract environment variables and run commands from existing CI configs?▼

The best way to extract environment variables and run commands from CI configs is to analyze the repository automatically. The Skill parses CI configurations and package manifests to format reproducible setup instructions and command examples.

How does automated repository analysis work for developer onboarding?▼

Automated repository analysis for developer onboarding works by scanning directory layouts, entry points, and scripts. It formats these details into a single-page README explaining how to run, build, test, and deploy the project.

Do I need to manually specify the tech stack to create missing documentation?▼

No, you do not need to manually specify the tech stack to create missing documentation. The Skill performs repository discovery by scanning package manifests and lockfiles to automatically determine the language and frameworks used.

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