Github Readme Generator
Automatically creates professional GitHub README files from project details and descriptions provided as input.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add github-readme-generator npx -- -y @trustedskills/github-readme-generator
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"github-readme-generator": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/github-readme-generator"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill automatically generates Markdown-formatted README files for GitHub repositories. It transforms project details into structured documentation that includes descriptions, installation instructions, and usage examples.
When to use it
- You have a new repository with code but no accompanying documentation file.
- You need to quickly standardize the format of READMEs across multiple projects.
- You want to create professional-looking documentation without writing boilerplate text manually.
- You are setting up a template repository for open-source contributors.
Key capabilities
- Generates complete Markdown content tailored to your project context.
- Structures output with standard GitHub sections like features, installation, and usage.
- Produces ready-to-use files that can be directly committed to a repository.
Example prompts
- "Generate a README for my Python data analysis library including setup steps and example code snippets."
- "Create a documentation file for a React dashboard project highlighting its key components and deployment guide."
- "Write a README for an API service describing endpoints, authentication methods, and rate limits."
Tips & gotchas
Provide specific details about your project's purpose, tech stack, and unique features to ensure the generated content is accurate. Review the output carefully, as the AI may need clarification on complex technical configurations or specific branding requirements.
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