Repo Revive

Refresh README and metadata of dormant GitHub repositories via gh CLI.

Updated Jun 3, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/swarm-ai-research/aeon --skill repo-revive-swarm-ai-research

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Skill: Repo Revive
Source: https://github.com/swarm-ai-research/aeon/tree/main/skills/repo-revive
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/swarm-ai-research/aeon --skill repo-revive-swarm-ai-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Dormant repositories with stale READMEs or configs cause confusion and wasted maintenance time. Repo Revive identifies high-potential repos and applies a focused fix to reactivate them—refreshing model references, READMEs, and metadata.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated selection: scans watched repos, filters by activity, star count, and recency to select candidates.
Targeted improvements: updates README content, badges, quick-start, and model references to signal active maintenance.
Use Case: A team wants to keep a set of key repos lively; this skill picks the best candidate and makes a small, visible update to show ongoing maintenance.

Quick Start

Select a target repo and execute a focused revive to refresh its README and metadata.

Frequently Asked Questions about Repo Revive

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

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How do I revive dormant GitHub repositories with stale READMEs and metadata?▼

To revive dormant GitHub repositories, this skill identifies high-star, recently inactive watched repos and applies targeted, low-effort improvements to README content, badges, or model references to signal active maintenance. It selects a single candidate and applies a focused fix.

What's the best way to automate maintenance updates for inactive watched repos?▼

Automating maintenance updates for inactive repos involves scanning watched repositories, filtering by star count and dormancy, and applying minimal, auditable changes to quick-start content or metadata. This skill selects the best candidate and refreshes its configuration.

Do I need gh CLI to refresh repository metadata and update README content?▼

Yes, you need gh CLI installed and authenticated to refresh repository metadata and update README content. The skill requires GitHub access via gh CLI to validate repository eligibility, check archived status, and apply reversible updates.

How does automated repo revival select which dormant repository to update?▼

Automated repo revival selects dormant repositories by scanning watched repos, filtering for high star counts, recent inactivity, and non-archived status. It evaluates these eligibility criteria to choose a single best candidate for a focused metadata or README fix.

Are the automated README and metadata changes reversible if something goes wrong?▼

Yes, the automated README and metadata changes are designed to be minimal, auditable, and reversible. The skill ensures updates are low-effort and focused, such as refreshing badges or quick-start content, so you can easily track or revert modifications.

Can I use Repo Revive to update multiple dormant repositories at once?▼

No, Repo Revive operates on a single repository at a time. It scans your watched repositories to select one best candidate based on high stars and recent dormancy, then applies a focused improvement to reactivate engagement for that specific repo.