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ss-update-readme

Update README.md by scanning project configuration files and fixing documentation discrepancies.

Updated Feb 14, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#documentation#readme#code maintenance#sync#repository management
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JasonLo/skill-sommelier --skill ss-update-readme
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ss-update-readme
Source: https://github.com/JasonLo/skill-sommelier/tree/main/skills/ss-update-readme
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JasonLo/skill-sommelier --skill ss-update-readme

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures your project's README.md file accurately reflects its current state, preventing outdated information and improving developer onboarding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Drift Detection: Compares README content against the actual repository state (files, commands, dependencies).
  • Automated Updates: Modifies the README to fix discrepancies in instructions, feature lists, or structure.
  • Use Case: After adding a new feature or changing a dependency, run this Skill to automatically update the installation instructions and feature list in your README.

Quick Start

Use the ss-update-readme skill to refresh the project's README.md file.

Frequently Asked Questions about ss-update-readme

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically update my README to match my current repository state?▼

To automatically update your README, you can use a skill that scans project configuration files to detect documentation drift and programmatically edits the README to reflect actual repository changes.

What causes README documentation drift in a software repository?▼

README documentation drift occurs when changes to project dependencies, file structure, or installation commands are made without manually updating the README, causing the documentation to become outdated and inaccurate.

How do I sync installation instructions in my README after changing dependencies?▼

You can sync installation instructions by running an automated README update tool that identifies discrepancies between your configuration files and the documented instructions, then programmatically corrects them.

Does automated README update work without external dependencies?▼

Yes, automated README updates can be performed without external dependencies, as the process relies on scanning existing project configuration files and editing the local README file directly.

What is the best way to keep documentation accurate without manual editing?▼

The best way to keep documentation accurate is to use drift detection mechanisms that compare actual repository content against the README and programmatically fix discrepancies in feature lists and project structure.

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