summary

Summarize staged git changes into a concise natural-language overview.

Updated Mar 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/LarryHsiao/Skadi --skill summary-larryhsiao
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summary
Source: https://github.com/LarryHsiao/Skadi/tree/main/skills/summary
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/LarryHsiao/Skadi --skill summary-larryhsiao

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Summarize staged changes into a concise, human-readable description to accelerate code reviews and decision-making.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides a brief natural-language overview of what changed in the current staging area.
  • Supports --list to produce a structured per-file listing with file path and description.
  • Safely prompts to stage files if no changes are currently staged, guiding the user to the next step.

Quick Start

Stage some changes and run the summary to see a brief description of what changed.

Frequently Asked Questions about summary

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize staged git changes before committing?

Run the summary command after staging your edits. It analyzes git status and git diff --cached to generate a concise natural-language overview of the staged changes.

What is the best way to get a per-file breakdown of staged git changes?

Use the --list flag to get a per-file breakdown. It produces a structured per-file listing with the file path and a description of the changes.

What should I do if there are no staged changes to summarize?

If there are no staged changes to summarize, the tool safely prompts you to stage files, guiding you to the next step.

How does analyzing git diff cached help with code reviews?

Analyzing git diff cached helps code reviews by providing a brief, human-readable description of what changed in the staging area, accelerating decision-making.

Can I generate a commit message overview from staged changes?

Yes, you can generate a commit message overview from staged changes. The summary tool converts the staged diff into a concise natural-language summary suitable for commit descriptions.