sync-ja

Synchronize Japanese README translations with English source files.

127|38|Updated Aug 8, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aws-samples/sample-amazon-bedrock-agentcore-onboarding --skill sync-ja
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Skill: sync-ja
Source: https://github.com/aws-samples/sample-amazon-bedrock-agentcore-onboarding/tree/main/.claude/skills/sync-ja
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aws-samples/sample-amazon-bedrock-agentcore-onboarding --skill sync-ja

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures that Japanese README files accurately reflect their English counterparts, maintaining consistency and quality across documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Synchronization: Detects and updates out-of-sync Japanese READMEs based on English versions.
  • Translation Quality Assurance: Guides users to produce natural, native-speaker-quality Japanese translations, avoiding literal translations.
  • Use Case: After updating an English README with new technical details, use this Skill to automatically translate and refine the corresponding Japanese README to match.

Quick Start

Run the sync-ja skill to automatically update all out-of-sync Japanese README files.

Frequently Asked Questions about sync-ja

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I keep Japanese README translations in sync with English source files?

To keep Japanese README translations in sync, this Skill compares English source files with existing Japanese versions, analyzing heading structures and content drift to detect outdated sections. It then applies a two-pass translation method to ensure meaning and natural phrasing are updated accurately.

What is the best way to update Japanese documentation after modifying an English README?

The best way to update Japanese documentation is to run an automated synchronization process that targets content drift. This Skill identifies out-of-sync Japanese README files and refines them to match the updated English technical details while maintaining native-speaker quality.

How does the two-pass translation method work for Japanese localization?

The two-pass translation method for Japanese localization works by first translating the English README for meaning, then applying a second pass for fluency. This ensures the synchronized Japanese documentation avoids literal translations and achieves natural phrasing.

Can I automatically detect content drift in multilingual project READMEs?

Yes, you can detect content drift in multilingual project READMEs by comparing heading structures between the English and Japanese files. This Skill automatically identifies out-of-sync sections and updates the Japanese README to accurately reflect the current English source.

Does automated documentation localization produce literal or natural Japanese translations?

Automated documentation localization through this Skill produces natural Japanese translations rather than literal ones. It guides the translation quality assurance process by applying a two-pass method that checks for both meaning and native-speaker fluency.

When should I use a dedicated synchronization workflow for Japanese READMEs?

You should use a dedicated synchronization workflow for Japanese READMEs when maintaining multi-lingual projects with frequent English documentation updates. It ensures that structural changes and new technical details are consistently reflected in the Japanese files without manual comparison.