Are the generated code blocks language-specific?

Yes, all code blocks are generated with appropriate language tags (like bash, typescript, or json) to ensure proper syntax highlighting on platforms like GitHub.

Does it support GitHub-style badges?

Absolutely. The generator includes placeholders and formatting for common badges like build status, NPM version, license types, and code coverage.

How does it help with API documentation?

It generates structured API reference sections including function signatures, parameter descriptions, return types, and usage examples in a clear, tabular or list format.

What types of projects does the README Generator support?

The skill includes specialized templates for software libraries, CLI tools, web applications, and API services, ensuring the most relevant information is highlighted for each project type.

Can I use this skill to update an existing README?

Yes, the skill is designed to audit and improve existing documentation by adding missing sections, refining code examples, and ensuring compliance with modern best practices.

README Generator

Name: README Generator
Author: peopleforrester

bypeopleforrester

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学习与文档

Generates comprehensive, professional README.md files using standardized templates and documentation best practices.

The README Generator skill automates the creation of high-quality project documentation within Claude Code, ensuring your repositories are accessible and professional from day one. It provides specialized structures for different project types—including libraries, CLI tools, applications, and API services—covering essential sections like quick start guides, API references, and contribution workflows. By following a rigorous quality checklist, this skill helps developers explain the 'what,' 'why,' and 'how' of their projects, making it easier for users to get started and for contributors to get involved.

主要功能

01Automated creation of copy-paste runnable Quick Start guides

02Context-aware templates for libraries, CLIs, apps, and APIs

03Integrated quality checklist for documentation completeness

042 GitHub stars

05Structured API reference tables and configuration documentation

06Standardized sections for badges, licensing, and contribution guides

使用场景

01Standardizing documentation across team-based development projects

02Improving existing project READMEs to meet modern industry standards

03Creating professional documentation for new open-source repositories

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add peopleforrester/claude-dotfiles documentation

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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