What does the RTFM skill do in Claude Code?

The RTFM skill allows Claude to search for, read, and summarize external technical documentation based on a URL or a search query you provide.

Which AI model powers the RTFM skill?

This skill is specifically configured to use the Claude Haiku model for fast, efficient, and cost-effective information synthesis.

Does this skill work with private documentation?

This skill uses WebFetch and WebSearch, meaning it can only access documentation that is publicly available on the internet.

Can I use this skill to find documentation for specific libraries?

Yes, you can provide a library name (e.g., 'React Query') and the skill will use WebSearch to find the documentation and summarize it for you.

What kind of output should I expect from this skill?

The skill generates a structured markdown report including a high-level summary, key technical points, practical examples, and useful reference links.

Technical Documentation Reader

Name: Technical Documentation Reader
Author: atournayre

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学习与文档

Retrieves and synthesizes external technical documentation from URLs or search queries into structured, actionable summaries.

The Technical Documentation Reader (rtfm) skill streamlines the development process by allowing Claude Code to fetch, analyze, and summarize technical manuals and API references without leaving the terminal. By utilizing WebFetch and WebSearch, it eliminates manual context-switching, providing developers with concise key points, usage constraints, and practical code examples. This skill is essential for quickly mastering new libraries, exploring language updates, or verifying complex API specifications within a unified workflow.

主要功能

010 GitHub stars

02Extraction of implementation-ready code examples and usage patterns

03Seamless integration with Claude Code tools for web-based information retrieval

04Automated documentation fetching via direct URL or web search keywords

05Structured output highlighting key technical requirements and constraints

06Comprehensive summarization of complex technical content into readable formats

使用场景

01Quickly learning the syntax and capabilities of a new framework library

02Reviewing the latest features and breaking changes in language updates

03Researching API endpoints and authentication requirements during backend development

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add atournayre/claude-personas rtfm

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT