status-writing

Update or create STATUS.md files with project health and commit changes.

2|Updated Apr 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DojoGenesis/gateway --skill status-writing
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: status-writing
Source: https://github.com/DojoGenesis/gateway/tree/main/plugins/system-health/skills/status-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DojoGenesis/gateway --skill status-writing

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Teams often lack a single, authoritative document that captures current progress, blockers, and next steps, leading to misalignment and stale information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate or update STATUS.md: Creates a fresh status file or revises an existing one with up-to-date sections.
  • Standardized workflow: Guides through locating the file, updating the header, current state, workstreams, blockers, and next steps.
  • Commit automation: Supplies a conventional commit message format for consistent git history.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to "update the project status for today" and it will produce a revised STATUS.md and commit it.

Frequently Asked Questions about status-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a project status report and commit it to git?

To generate a project status report, this Skill updates or creates a STATUS.md file reflecting current project health, then commits it to git using a standardized conventional commit message.

What is the best way to maintain a dashboard for project blockers and next steps?

Maintaining a dashboard for project blockers and next steps is done by updating a STATUS.md file that captures current progress, workstreams, and blockers to prevent team misalignment and stale information.

How do I update an existing STATUS.md file with current workstreams and blockers?

You update an existing STATUS.md file by providing current project context, which revises the header, current state, workstreams, blockers, and next steps sections to reflect up-to-date project health.

Does this project status update workflow require any specific dependencies?

No specific dependencies are required for this project status update workflow; it operates independently to locate, update, and commit your project documentation within any software development repository.

When do I need a standardized STATUS.md file for my software repository?

You need a standardized STATUS.md file when your team lacks a single authoritative document capturing current progress, blockers, and next steps, leading to misalignment across the software development repository.

Can I automate writing a project status report and formatting the git commit message?

Yes, you can automate writing a project status report and formatting the git commit message by asking the assistant to update the project status, which produces a revised document and a conventional commit message.