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rubydoc-fetcher

Retrieve Ruby, Rails, or gem API documentation from rubydoc.info and related sources.

7|Updated Mar 22, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#api#webfetch#gem#ruby#rails
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/slbug/claude-ruby-grape-rails --skill rubydoc-fetcher
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Skill: rubydoc-fetcher
Source: https://github.com/slbug/claude-ruby-grape-rails/tree/main/plugins/ruby-grape-rails/skills/rubydoc-fetcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/slbug/claude-ruby-grape-rails --skill rubydoc-fetcher

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

When developers need accurate Ruby, Rails, or gem documentation quickly, they must search multiple sites manually, losing time and risking outdated information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Use WebFetch with focused prompts to retrieve documentation from rubydoc.info, ruby-doc.org, guides.rubyonrails.org, official gem repositories, and Sidekiq wiki pages.
  • Extract only the relevant API details, examples, and caveats tailored to the current task.
  • Ideal for writing code, debugging, or reviewing methods where immediate reference is required.

Quick Start

Use the rubydoc-fetcher skill to get the documentation for Array#map from ruby-doc.org.

Frequently Asked Questions about rubydoc-fetcher

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fetch Ruby documentation for a specific method quickly while coding?▼

To fetch Ruby documentation quickly, this skill uses WebFetch to query ruby-doc.org and rubydoc.info, extracting targeted API references, examples, and caveats for the requested method or class.

Can I retrieve Rails guides and gem documentation without leaving my coding environment?▼

Yes, you can retrieve Rails guides and gem documentation by using WebFetch with focused prompts to search guides.rubyonrails.org and official gem repositories, returning concise and relevant results.

What is the best way to get API references for Ruby classes during debugging?▼

The best way to get API references is using focused web queries that retrieve documentation directly from rubydoc.info, ensuring you receive concise and relevant results without extraneous content during debugging.

Does the rubydoc-fetcher skill work with Sidekiq wiki pages and other gem-specific documentation?▼

Yes, the rubydoc-fetcher skill works with Sidekiq wiki pages and official gem repositories, using WebFetch to provide targeted API references and examples tailored to your current task.

Why should I use WebFetch instead of manually searching multiple Ruby documentation sites?▼

Using WebFetch prevents losing time and risking outdated information by automating focused web queries across rubydoc.info, ruby-doc.org, and guides.rubyonrails.org to extract only relevant API details.

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