Why does it exclude Tables of Contents and roadmaps?

The philosophy behind this skill is to maximize signal-to-noise ratio. It treats the README as an engineering specification where facts should only appear once and plans belong in project management tools.

Does this skill handle markdown syntax rules?

While it uses markdown, it is designed to be used in conjunction with the /md-writer skill, which handles syntax conventions, while /md-style focuses on the language and content layout.

Can this skill be used for user manuals or tutorials?

It is primarily designed for technical READMEs and engineering specifications. For tutorials or onboarding guides, a more verbose style might be more appropriate.

What makes md-style different from standard markdown tools?

Unlike general formatters, md-style focuses on the linguistic tone and structural density, specifically removing marketing language, repetition, and redundant sections to favor experienced engineers.

Engineering Documentation Style

Name: Engineering Documentation Style
Author: jimweller

byjimweller

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Content Management

Standardizes README documentation using a concise, high-density writing style tailored for experienced engineers.

The md-style skill enforces a high-signal, 'no-fluff' approach to technical documentation, transforming verbose README files into direct engineering specifications. It eliminates marketing hyperbole, redundant explanations, and future roadmaps, focusing instead on immediate utility through structured tables, precise command blocks, and a standardized layout. By assuming a competent technical audience, it ensures that documentation remains a factual reference for architecture, usage, and configuration rather than a project plan or marketing tool.

Key Features

01Enforces a standardized, engineering-focused structure for README files

02Eliminates marketing hyperbole and redundant fluff from documentation

030 GitHub stars

04Standardizes command syntax and file structure visualizations

05Utilizes tables for structured data like configuration and components

06Prioritizes direct, factual language over opinions or future plans

Use Cases

01Standardizing documentation across a large engineering organization's repositories

02Refactoring verbose or outdated project READMEs into concise technical specifications

03Ensuring new microservices follow a consistent, high-density documentation format

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add jimweller/davit-dataops-dotfiles md-style

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

Key Features

01Enforces a standardized, engineering-focused structure for README files

02Eliminates marketing hyperbole and redundant fluff from documentation

030 GitHub stars

04Standardizes command syntax and file structure visualizations

05Utilizes tables for structured data like configuration and components

06Prioritizes direct, factual language over opinions or future plans

Use Cases

01Standardizing documentation across a large engineering organization's repositories

02Refactoring verbose or outdated project READMEs into concise technical specifications

03Ensuring new microservices follow a consistent, high-density documentation format

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add jimweller/davit-dataops-dotfiles md-style

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT