github/awesome-copilot/skills/readme-blueprint-generator/SKILL.md
readme-blueprint-generator
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.
- Source repository stars
- 37,126
- Declared platforms
- 0
- Static risk flags
- 0
- Last source update
- 2026-07-28
- Source checked
- 2026-07-28
Decision brief
What it does—and where it fits
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:
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
| Platform | Status | Evidence | What to check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codex | Not declared | No explicit evidence | Portability before use |
| Claude Code | Not declared | No explicit evidence | Portability before use |
| Cursor | Not declared | No explicit evidence | Portability before use |
| Gemini CLI | Not declared | No explicit evidence | Portability before use |
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.
npx skills add https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot --skill "skills/readme-blueprint-generator"Inspect the Agent Skill "readme-blueprint-generator" from https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot/blob/9933dcad5be5caeb288cebcd370eeeb2fc2f1685/skills/readme-blueprint-generator/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
- 01
Getting Started
Include installation instructions based on the technology stack
Include installation instructions based on the technology stackAdd setup and configuration stepsInclude any prerequisites - 02
Development Workflow
Summarize the development process
Summarize the development processInclude information about branching strategy if availableSource from WorkflowAnalysis file - 03
Project Name and Description
Extract the project name and primary purpose from the documentation
Extract the project name and primary purpose from the documentationInclude a concise description of what the project does- Extract the project name and primary purpose from the documentation - Include a concise description of what the project does - 04
Technology Stack
List the primary technologies, languages, and frameworks used
List the primary technologies, languages, and frameworks usedInclude version information when availableSource this information primarily from the TechnologyStack file
Permission review
Static risk signals and limitations
No configured static risk pattern was detected
This is not proof of safety. Runtime behavior, indirect dependencies, and hidden external systems are outside the static scan.
Evidence record
Why each signal appears
| Signal | Value | Evidence type | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality score | 68/100 | Computed | Documentation, specificity, maintenance, and trust rules |
| Repository stars | 37,126 | Source | Repository attention, not individual Skill quality |
| Compatibility | 0 platforms | Source | Declared in the catalog source record |
| Usage guide | automated source guide | Editorial | Generated or reviewed according to the visible evidence level |
Pinned source
Provenance and original SKILL.md
- Repository
- github/awesome-copilot
- Skill path
- skills/readme-blueprint-generator/SKILL.md
- Commit
- 9933dcad5be5caeb288cebcd370eeeb2fc2f1685
- License
- MIT
- Collected
- 2026-07-28
- Default branch
- main
View the original SKILL.md
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:
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Scan all the files in the .github/copilot folder, like:
- Architecture
- Code_Exemplars
- Coding_Standards
- Project_Folder_Structure
- Technology_Stack
- Unit_Tests
- Workflow_Analysis
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Also review the copilot-instructions.md file in the .github folder
-
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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