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Repo Revive

Select dormant GitHub repositories and apply targeted improvements like README updates.

Updated Jun 17, 2026
Search Tags:#GitHub#repo maintenance#README update#repository revival#stale reference fix
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aeoncity-demo/myaeon --skill repo-revive-aeoncity-demo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Repo Revive
Source: https://github.com/aeoncity-demo/myaeon/tree/main/skills/repo-revive
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aeoncity-demo/myaeon --skill repo-revive-aeoncity-demo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the issue of inactive GitHub repositories by automatically selecting and updating them with targeted improvements, such as refreshing references, updating READMEs, or addressing open issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Repository Selection: Automatically selects the highest-★ dormant watched repo based on stars and days dormant.
  • Targeted Improvements: Applies one targeted improvement to reactivate the repository, such as updating stale model references, README, or metadata.
  • Use Case: As a developer, you can use this Skill to keep your watched repositories active and up-to-date without manual intervention.

Quick Start

Use the repo-revive skill to revive a specific GitHub repository by providing the owner/repo as a variable.

Frequently Asked Questions about Repo Revive

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically update stale GitHub repositories?▼

To automatically update stale GitHub repositories, provide the owner/repo name to trigger repository selection, refresh references, update READMEs, and address open issues without manual intervention.

What does reviving a dormant GitHub repository involve?▼

Reviving a dormant GitHub repository involves scoring repos by stars and days dormant, applying targeted improvements like updating stale model references, and drafting revival tweets to reactivate the project.

Do I need GitHub API access to fix stale references in my watched repos?▼

Yes, GitHub API access is required to audit watched repositories, fix stale references, update metadata, and apply targeted improvements to dormant repos.

How are dormant GitHub repositories selected for maintenance?▼

Dormant GitHub repositories are selected for maintenance by automatically scoring them based on their star count and the number of days they have been inactive.

Can I update README and metadata for a specific dormant repo instead of automatic selection?▼

Yes, you can target a specific dormant repo by providing the owner/repo variable, which directly applies README updates, metadata refreshes, and stale reference fixes to that repository.

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