code-exemplars-blueprint-generator — GitHub Copilot skill: install
Generates a configurable prompt that finds strong code examples in a repository and turns them into exemplars.md. Useful when a team needs visible coding patterns.
npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill code-exemplars-blueprint-generatorWhat code-exemplars-blueprint-generator does
This skill builds a prompt for scanning a codebase and selecting real files with clear structure, documentation, error handling, and established design patterns. GitHub Copilot then uses the prompt to document representative examples instead of relying on hypothetical snippets.
You can set the primary technology, scan depth, category layout, maximum examples per category, comments, and code snippets. The generated instructions can also record recurring patterns, architecture observations, naming conventions, and anti-patterns. The output is an exemplars.md file with an introduction, table of contents, grouped examples, and recommendations.
Install it when your team wants to teach new work through existing repository code. It is less useful for a small codebase that has few settled conventions.
What it helps with
- find representative code examples in a repository
- build
exemplars.mdfrom real file references - group examples by architecture layer or pattern type
- record project conventions and anti-patterns
Example prompts for the agent
- Scan this repository and create `exemplars.md` for TypeScript, grouped by pattern type.
- Find real component and test examples, include short comments, and verify every referenced path.
- Generate the document for `Python` with `Comprehensive` scan depth and up to `3` examples per category.
How to install code-exemplars-blueprint-generator
1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill code-exemplars-blueprint-generator2GitHub CLI
gh skill install github/awesome-copilot code-exemplars-blueprint-generator3Manually: put the files in place
.github/skills/code-exemplars-blueprint-generator/SKILL.md1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill code-exemplars-blueprint-generator -a claude-code2Manually: put the files in place
~/.claude/skills/code-exemplars-blueprint-generator/SKILL.mdCopy the whole skill folder; for one project use .claude/skills/code-exemplars-blueprint-generator/
Manually: put the files in place
.agents/skills/code-exemplars-blueprint-generator/SKILL.mdFor all projects use ~/.agents/skills/
Manually: put the files in place
.cursor/skills/code-exemplars-blueprint-generator/SKILL.mdCursor also reads .agents/skills/ and .claude/skills/
Platform CLI
gemini skills install https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot --path skills/code-exemplars-blueprint-generatorManually: put the files in place
.devin/skills/code-exemplars-blueprint-generator/SKILL.mdThe legacy .windsurf/skills/ path still works
Claude.ai
Zip the folder and upload it in Settings → Capabilities → Skills
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Questions about code-exemplars-blueprint-generator
How do I install code-exemplars-blueprint-generator in GitHub Copilot?
Run npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill code-exemplars-blueprint-generator, then use .github/skills/code-exemplars-blueprint-generator/SKILL.md.
What does code-exemplars-blueprint-generator do?
It generates a prompt for scanning a codebase and identifying real, well-structured examples. GitHub Copilot uses that prompt to create exemplars.md with categories and file references.
Which languages and frameworks does the skill support?
Its configuration includes .NET, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular, Python, and Other. Auto-detect can identify technologies from file extensions and configuration files.
Source text
SKILL.md · MIT
---
name: code-exemplars-blueprint-generator
description: 'Technology-agnostic prompt generator that creates customizable AI prompts for scanning codebases and identifying high-quality code exemplars. Supports multiple programming languages (.NET, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular, Python) with configurable analysis depth, categorization methods, and documentation formats to establish coding standards and maintain consistency across development teams.'
---
# Code Exemplars Blueprint Generator
## Configuration Variables
${PROJECT_TYPE="Auto-detect|.NET|Java|JavaScript|TypeScript|React|Angular|Python|Other"} <!-- Primary technology -->
${SCAN_DEPTH="Basic|Standard|Comprehensive"} <!-- How deeply to analyze the codebase -->
${INCLUDE_CODE_SNIPPETS=true|false} <!-- Include actual code snippets in addition to file references -->
${CATEGORIZATION="Pattern Type|Architecture Layer|File Type"} <!-- How to organize exemplars -->
${MAX_EXAMPLES_PER_CATEGORY=3} <!-- Maximum number of examples per category -->
${INCLUDE_COMMENTS=true|false} <!-- Include explanatory comments for each exemplar -->
## Generated Prompt
"Scan this codebase and generate an exemplars.md file that identifies high-quality, representative code examples. The exemplars should demonstrate our coding standards and patterns to help maintain consistency. Use the following approach:
### 1. Codebase Analysis Phase
- ${PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "Automatically detect primary programming languages and frameworks by scanning file extensions and configuration files" : `Focus on ${PROJECT_TYPE} code files`}
- Identify files with high-quality implementation, good documentation, and clear structure
- Look for commonly used patterns, architecture components, and well-structured implementations
- Prioritize files that demonstrate best practices for our technology stack
- Only reference actual files that exist in the codebase - no hypothetical examples
### 2. Exemplar Identification Criteria
- Well-structured, readable code with clear naming conventions
- Comprehensive comments and documentation
- Proper error handling and validation
- Adherence to design patterns and architectural principles
- Separation of concerns and single responsibility principle
- Efficient implementation without code smells
- Representative of our standard approaches
### 3. Core Pattern Categories
${PROJECT_TYPE == ".NET" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? `#### .NET Exemplars (if detected)
- **Domain Models**: Find entities that properly implement encapsulation and domain logic
- **Repository Implementations**: Examples of our data access approach
- **Service Layer Components**: Well-structured business logic implementations
- **Controller Patterns**: Clean API controllers with proper validation and responses
- **Dependency Injection Usage**: Good examples of DI configuration and usage
- **Middleware Components**: Custom middleware implementations
- **Unit Test Patterns**: Well-structured tests with proper arrangement and assertions` : ""}
${(PROJECT_TYPE == "JavaScript" || PROJECT_TYPE == "TypeScript" || PROJECT_TYPE == "React" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Angular" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect") ? `#### Frontend Exemplars (if detected)
- **Component Structure**: Clean, well-structured components
- **State Management**: Good examples of state handling
- **API Integration**: Well-implemented service calls and data handling
- **Form Handling**: Validation and submission patterns
- **Routing Implementation**: Navigation and route configuration
- **UI Components**: Reusable, well-structured UI elements
- **Unit Test Examples**: Component and service tests` : ""}
${PROJECT_TYPE == "Java" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? `#### Java Exemplars (if detected)
- **Entity Classes**: Well-designed JPA entities or domain models
- **Service Implementations**: Clean service layer components
- **Repository Patterns**: Data access implementations
- **Controller/Resource Classes**: API endpoint implementations
- **Configuration Classes**: Application configuration
- **Unit Tests**: Well-structured JUnit tests` : ""}
${PROJECT_TYPE == "Python" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? `#### Python Exemplars (if detected)
- **Class Definitions**: Well-structured classes with proper documentation
- **API Routes/Views**: Clean API implementations
- **Data Models**: ORM model definitions
- **Service Functions**: Business logic implementations
- **Utility Modules**: Helper and utility functions
- **Test Cases**: Well-structured unit tests` : ""}
### 4. Architecture Layer Exemplars
- **Presentation Layer**:
- User interface components
- Controllers/API endpoints
- View models/DTOs
- **Business Logic Layer**:
- Service implementations
- Business logic components
- Workflow orchestration
- **Data Access Layer**:
- Repository implementations
- Data models
- Query patterns
- **Cross-Cutting Concerns**:
- Logging implementations
- Error handling
- Authentication/authorization
- Validation
### 5. Exemplar Documentation Format
For each identified exemplar, document:
- File path (relative to repository root)
- Brief description of what makes it exemplary
- Pattern or component type it represents
${INCLUDE_COMMENTS ? "- Key implementation details and coding principles demonstrated" : ""}
${INCLUDE_CODE_SNIPPETS ? "- Small, representative code snippet (if applicable)" : ""}
${SCAN_DEPTH == "Comprehensive" ? `### 6. Additional Documentation
- **Consistency Patterns**: Note consistent patterns observed across the codebase
- **Architecture Observations**: Document architectural patterns evident in the code
- **Implementation Conventions**: Identify naming and structural conventions
- **Anti-patterns to Avoid**: Note any areas where the codebase deviates from best practices` : ""}
### ${SCAN_DEPTH == "Comprehensive" ? "7" : "6"}. Output Format
Create exemplars.md with:
1. Introduction explaining the purpose of the document
2. Table of contents with links to categories
3. Organized sections based on ${CATEGORIZATION}
4. Up to ${MAX_EXAMPLES_PER_CATEGORY} exemplars per category
5. Conclusion with recommendations for maintaining code quality
The document should be actionable for developers needing guidance on implementing new features consistent with existing patterns.
Important: Only include actual files from the codebase. Verify all file paths exist. Do not include placeholder or hypothetical examples.
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## Expected Output
Upon running this prompt, GitHub Copilot will scan your codebase and generate an exemplars.md file containing real references to high-quality code examples in your repository, organized according to your selected parameters.
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