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conventional-commit

Prompt and workflow for generating conventional commit messages using a structured XML format. Guides users to create standardized, descriptive commit messages in line with the Conventional Commits specification, including instructions, examples, and validation.

Source repository stars
37,126
Declared platforms
0
Static risk flags
2
Last source update
2026-07-28
Source checked
2026-07-28

Decision brief

What it does—and where it fits

Prompt and workflow for generating conventional commit messages using a structured XML format. Guides users to create standardized, descriptive commit messages in line with the Conventional Commits specification, including instructions, examples, and validation.

Best for

    Not for

    • Tasks that require unconfirmed production actions or broad system permissions.
    • Environments where the pinned source and install steps cannot be inspected.

    Compatibility matrix

    Platform support, with evidence labels

    PlatformStatusEvidenceWhat to check
    CodexNot declaredNo explicit evidencePortability before use
    Claude CodeNot declaredNo explicit evidencePortability before use
    CursorNot declaredNo explicit evidencePortability before use
    Gemini CLINot declaredNo explicit evidencePortability before use
    Open the compatibility checker

    Installation

    Inspect first. Install second.

    The source command is displayed only when detected. A safe inspection prompt is always available so your agent can explain every action before execution.

    Source-detected install commandSource
    npx skills add https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot --skill "skills/conventional-commit"
    Safe inspection promptEditorial

    Inspect the Agent Skill "conventional-commit" from https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot/blob/9933dcad5be5caeb288cebcd370eeeb2fc2f1685/skills/conventional-commit/SKILL.md at commit 9933dcad5be5caeb288cebcd370eeeb2fc2f1685. List every install step, command, network request, credential, file read/write, external action, and rollback step. Explain whether it fits my task. Do not install or execute anything until I approve.

    Workflow

    What the source asks the agent to do

    1. 01

      Instructions

      Review the “Instructions” section in the pinned source before continuing.

      Review and apply the “Instructions” source section.
    2. 02

      Workflow

      1. Run git status to review changed files. 2. Run git diff or git diff --cached to inspect changes. 3. Stage your changes with git add . 4. Construct your commit message using the following XML structure. 5. After generating your commit message, Copilot will automatically run th…

      Run git status to review changed files.Run git diff or git diff --cached to inspect changes.Stage your changes with git add .
    3. 03

      Final Step

      Review the “Final Step” section in the pinned source before continuing.

      Review and apply the “Final Step” source section.
    4. 04

      Commit Message Structure

      Review the “Commit Message Structure” section in the pinned source before continuing.

      Review and apply the “Commit Message Structure” source section.

    Permission review

    Static risk signals and limitations

    Runs scripts

    medium · line 15

    The documentation asks the agent to run terminal commands or scripts.

    After generating your commit message, Copilot will automatically run the following command in your integrated terminal (no confirmation needed):

    Runs scripts

    medium · line 18

    The documentation asks the agent to run terminal commands or scripts.

    git commit -m "type(scope): description"

    Network access

    medium · line 52

    The documentation includes network, browsing, or remote request actions.

    <type>Must be one of the allowed types. See <reference>https://www.conventionalcommits.org/en/v1.0.0/#specification</reference></type>

    Evidence record

    Why each signal appears

    EvidenceSourceComputedTestedEditorial
    SignalValueEvidence typeMeaning
    Quality score74/100ComputedDocumentation, specificity, maintenance, and trust rules
    Repository stars37,126SourceRepository attention, not individual Skill quality
    Compatibility0 platformsSourceDeclared in the catalog source record
    Usage guideautomated source guideEditorialGenerated or reviewed according to the visible evidence level

    Pinned source

    Provenance and original SKILL.md

    Repository
    github/awesome-copilot
    Skill path
    skills/conventional-commit/SKILL.md
    Commit
    9933dcad5be5caeb288cebcd370eeeb2fc2f1685
    License
    MIT
    Collected
    2026-07-28
    Default branch
    main
    View the original SKILL.md

    Instructions

    	<description>This file contains a prompt template for generating conventional commit messages. It provides instructions, examples, and formatting guidelines to help users write standardized, descriptive commit messages in accordance with the Conventional Commits specification.</description>
    

    Workflow

    Follow these steps:

    1. Run git status to review changed files.
    2. Run git diff or git diff --cached to inspect changes.
    3. Stage your changes with git add <file>.
    4. Construct your commit message using the following XML structure.
    5. After generating your commit message, Copilot will automatically run the following command in your integrated terminal (no confirmation needed):
    git commit -m "type(scope): description"
    
    1. Just execute this prompt and Copilot will handle the commit for you in the terminal.

    Commit Message Structure

    <commit-message>
    	<type>feat|fix|docs|style|refactor|perf|test|build|ci|chore|revert</type>
    	<scope>()</scope>
    	<description>A short, imperative summary of the change</description>
    	<body>(optional: more detailed explanation)</body>
    	<footer>(optional: e.g. BREAKING CHANGE: details, or issue references)</footer>
    </commit-message>
    

    Examples

    <examples>
    	<example>feat(parser): add ability to parse arrays</example>
    	<example>fix(ui): correct button alignment</example>
    	<example>docs: update README with usage instructions</example>
    	<example>refactor: improve performance of data processing</example>
    	<example>chore: update dependencies</example>
    	<example>feat!: send email on registration (BREAKING CHANGE: email service required)</example>
    </examples>
    

    Validation

    <validation>
    	<type>Must be one of the allowed types. See <reference>https://www.conventionalcommits.org/en/v1.0.0/#specification</reference></type>
    	<scope>Optional, but recommended for clarity.</scope>
    	<description>Required. Use the imperative mood (e.g., "add", not "added").</description>
    	<body>Optional. Use for additional context.</body>
    	<footer>Use for breaking changes or issue references.</footer>
    </validation>
    

    Final Step

    <final-step>
    	<cmd>git commit -m "type(scope): description"</cmd>
    	<note>Replace with your constructed message. Include body and footer if needed.</note>
    </final-step>
    

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