readme-blueprint-generator — GitHub Copilot skill: what it does
This skill reads project documentation and builds a structured README.md. It fits repositories that keep project guidance in .github/copilot and copilot-instructions.md.
npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill readme-blueprint-generatorWhat readme-blueprint-generator does
readme-blueprint-generator scans the files in .github/copilot and copilot-instructions.md under .github. It pulls out the project purpose, technology stack, architecture, folder layout, development workflow, coding standards, and testing approach.
The generated README.md covers the project, stack, architecture, setup, folder structure, features, development, coding standards, tests, contribution guidance, and license. The prompt also asks for Markdown headings, lists, code blocks, links to related documentation, and badges when the repository provides the required details.
Install it when your repository already has internal project notes that should become a developer-facing README. It is a weaker fit for projects without .github/copilot files or copilot-instructions.md.
What it helps with
- build a README.md from repository documentation
- explain the project stack and architecture
- add setup and configuration instructions
- link the README to source documentation
- summarize coding and testing practices
Example prompts for the agent
- Scan `.github/copilot` and `copilot-instructions.md`, then create README.md from the project documentation.
- Build the Technology Stack, Project Architecture, and Testing sections from the repository files.
- Update README.md with links to the source documentation and setup guidance for new developers.
How to install readme-blueprint-generator
1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill readme-blueprint-generator2GitHub CLI
gh skill install github/awesome-copilot readme-blueprint-generator3Manually: put the files in place
.github/skills/readme-blueprint-generator/SKILL.md1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill readme-blueprint-generator -a claude-code2Manually: put the files in place
~/.claude/skills/readme-blueprint-generator/SKILL.mdCopy the whole skill folder; for one project use .claude/skills/readme-blueprint-generator/
Manually: put the files in place
.agents/skills/readme-blueprint-generator/SKILL.mdFor all projects use ~/.agents/skills/
Manually: put the files in place
.cursor/skills/readme-blueprint-generator/SKILL.mdCursor also reads .agents/skills/ and .claude/skills/
Platform CLI
gemini skills install https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot --path skills/readme-blueprint-generatorManually: put the files in place
.devin/skills/readme-blueprint-generator/SKILL.mdThe legacy .windsurf/skills/ path still works
Claude.ai
Zip the folder and upload it in Settings → Capabilities → Skills
From the same set554
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Questions about readme-blueprint-generator
How do I install readme-blueprint-generator in GitHub Copilot?
Run npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill readme-blueprint-generator, gh skill install github/awesome-copilot readme-blueprint-generator, or use .github/skills/readme-blueprint-generator/SKILL.md.
What does readme-blueprint-generator do?
It reads documentation from .github/copilot and copilot-instructions.md, then creates README.md sections for the project, stack, architecture, development workflow, and testing.
Which files does the skill use?
It uses files in .github/copilot plus copilot-instructions.md in .github. The prompt specifically covers architecture, technology stack, folder structure, coding standards, unit tests, and workflow analysis.
Source text
SKILL.md · MIT
--- name: readme-blueprint-generator description: 'Intelligent README.md generation prompt that analyzes project documentation structure and creates comprehensive repository documentation. Scans .github/copilot directory files and copilot-instructions.md to extract project information, technology stack, architecture, development workflow, coding standards, and testing approaches while generating well-structured markdown documentation with proper formatting, cross-references, and developer-focused content.' --- # README Generator Prompt Generate a comprehensive README.md for this repository by analyzing the documentation files in the .github/copilot directory and the copilot-instructions.md file. Follow these steps: 1. Scan all the files in the .github/copilot folder, like: - Architecture - Code_Exemplars - Coding_Standards - Project_Folder_Structure - Technology_Stack - Unit_Tests - Workflow_Analysis 2. Also review the copilot-instructions.md file in the .github folder 3. Create a README.md with the following sections: ## Project Name and Description - Extract the project name and primary purpose from the documentation - Include a concise description of what the project does ## Technology Stack - List the primary technologies, languages, and frameworks used - Include version information when available - Source this information primarily from the Technology_Stack file ## Project Architecture - Provide a high-level overview of the architecture - Consider including a simple diagram if described in the documentation - Source from the Architecture file ## Getting Started - Include installation instructions based on the technology stack - Add setup and configuration steps - Include any prerequisites ## Project Structure - Brief overview of the folder organization - Source from Project_Folder_Structure file ## Key Features - List main functionality and features of the project - Extract from various documentation files ## Development Workflow - Summarize the development process - Include information about branching strategy if available - Source from Workflow_Analysis file ## Coding Standards - Summarize key coding standards and conventions - Source from the Coding_Standards file ## Testing - Explain testing approach and tools - Source from Unit_Tests file ## Contributing - Guidelines for contributing to the project - Reference any code exemplars for guidance - Source from Code_Exemplars and copilot-instructions ## License - Include license information if available Format the README with proper Markdown, including: - Clear headings and subheadings - Code blocks where appropriate - Lists for better readability - Links to other documentation files - Badges for build status, version, etc. if information is available Keep the README concise yet informative, focusing on what new developers or users would need to know about the project.
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