view-repo

Summarize GitHub or Gitea repositories by parsing owner/name or URL.

6|3|Updated Sep 13, 2017
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tomholford/dotfiles --skill view-repo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: view-repo
Source: https://github.com/tomholford/dotfiles/tree/main/claude/skills/view-repo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tomholford/dotfiles --skill view-repo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Gather and summarize a repository's README, docs, structure, and key stats to help users quickly understand a project before using it.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read the README and documentation to capture the project purpose, setup requirements, and contribution guidelines
  • Inspect the top-level file tree to outline major components, folders, and notable files
  • Retrieve key metrics such as stars, forks, latest release, and recent activity to form a concise profile
  • Produce a human-friendly summary suitable for quick evaluation or onboarding

Quick Start

Ask to view a repository by owner/name or URL to generate a concise overview.

Frequently Asked Questions about view-repo

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize a GitHub repository's file structure and key stats?

To summarize a GitHub repository, parse the owner/name or URL to fetch the overview, primary files, and recent activity. This generates a concise repo profile highlighting the README, documentation, file structure, and key metrics like stars and forks.

What is the best way to get a quick overview of a Gitea repo before using it?

The best way to get a quick overview of a Gitea repo is to retrieve its README, top-level file tree, and key metrics. This produces a human-friendly summary suitable for quick evaluation or onboarding before you commit to using the project.

Can I view a repository's documentation and examples by providing a URL?

Yes, you can view a repository's documentation and examples by providing a URL. The Skill parses the URL to read the README and inspect the top-level file tree, outlining major components, folders, and notable files for quick evaluation.

Does this approach work with both GitHub and Gitea hosts?

Yes, this approach works with both GitHub and Gitea hosts. You can apply the repository overview technique to either platform by parsing the owner/name or URL to fetch essential information like documentation, examples, and recent activity.

How do I inspect a repository's latest release and recent activity?

To inspect a repository's latest release and recent activity, retrieve key metrics by parsing the repository identifier. This forms a concise profile that includes stars, forks, latest release, and recent activity alongside the README and file structure.