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skill-registry-sync

Synchronize README.md documentation with installed skills from .skill-lock.json.

3|Updated Mar 6, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#documentation#dependency management#skills#readme#registry sync
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/benjaminwestern/google-engineer-skills --skill skill-registry-sync
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Skill: skill-registry-sync
Source: https://github.com/benjaminwestern/google-engineer-skills/tree/main/skills/skill-registry-sync
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/benjaminwestern/google-engineer-skills --skill skill-registry-sync

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires jq-tooling, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of synchronizing your project's README.md file with the actual skills installed from external registries, ensuring your documentation accurately reflects your project's dependencies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Documentation Updates: Automatically adds or updates references to external skill registries in your README.md.
  • Dependency Auditing: Helps maintain an accurate list of all external skill sources used by your project.
  • Use Case: After adding new skills from various GitHub repositories to your agent, run this skill to ensure your README.md lists all the npx skills add commands for those new registries.

Quick Start

Run the skill-registry-sync command to synchronize your README.md with installed skills.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-registry-sync

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

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How do I synchronize README.md documentation with installed skills?▼

You can synchronize README.md documentation with installed skills by running the skill-registry-sync command, which automatically updates references to external skill registries based on your .skill-lock.json file.

What is a .skill-lock.json file used for in dependency management?▼

A .skill-lock.json file records installed external agent skills and their sources. skill-registry-sync parses this file with jq to audit dependencies and ensure your README.md accurately reflects all external skill registries.

Do I need jq installed to run skill-registry-sync?▼

Yes, you need jq installed to run skill-registry-sync. The skill requires jq for parsing the JSON lock files and the Skills CLI for adding references to your README.md documentation.

When should I update README.md references for external skill registries?▼

You should update README.md references for external skill registries after adding new skills from various GitHub repositories to your agent, ensuring your documentation lists all the correct `npx skills add` commands.

Can I automate dependency auditing for multiple external agent skill repositories?▼

You can automate dependency auditing for multiple external agent skill repositories using skill-registry-sync. It synchronizes your README.md with installed skills, ensuring documentation accuracy for discovery and onboarding.

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