summarize

Summarize content from URLs, files, codebases, and conversations.

30|5|Updated Jul 25, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/phuetz/code-buddy --skill summarize-phuetz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/phuetz/code-buddy/tree/main/.codebuddy/skills/bundled/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/phuetz/code-buddy --skill summarize-phuetz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill summarizes or extracts content from URLs, files, codebases, and conversations, saving time and enabling quick comprehension.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Summarization: Generate concise summaries of articles, docs, codebases, and chat transcripts.
  • Extraction: Identify key points, requirements, decisions, and action items from content.
  • Use Case: Imagine you need a TL;DR of a long design doc or a multi-page article; this Skill provides a structured summary you can skim.

Quick Start

Use the summarize skill to produce a concise summary of the article located at https://example.com/news

Frequently Asked Questions about summarize

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a TLDR for a long web article or document?

To get a TLDR for a web article or document, you provide the URL or file to a summarization tool, which extracts main ideas and removes noise to deliver a concise, structured summary.

Can I extract key decisions and action items from a long chat transcript?

Yes, you can extract key decisions and action items from a long chat transcript by applying text summarization to the conversation. It identifies important points and requirements to give you a quick digest of the discussion.

What is the best way to summarize a large codebase or code project?

The best way to summarize a large codebase is to use an automated extraction tool that processes the code project to identify main ideas and output a structured, concise summary of its functionality and structure.

Does automated text summarization work on raw URLs without manual copying?

Automated text summarization works directly on raw URLs by fetching the web article content, removing noise, and applying generic text processing to output a structured TLDR without needing manual text copying.

What are the limitations of using generic text processing for document extraction?

Limitations of generic text processing for document extraction include potential loss of nuanced context or specific formatting, as the mechanism focuses on identifying main ideas and removing noise to generate concise summaries.