pulse

Aggregate recent codebase activity into a structured digest with per-author summaries.

4|1|Updated May 31, 2015
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/samcdavid/dotfiles --skill pulse-samcdavid
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: pulse
Source: https://github.com/samcdavid/dotfiles/tree/main/claude/skills/pulse
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/samcdavid/dotfiles --skill pulse-samcdavid

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams stay aligned by summarizing recent codebase activity across all contributors, surfacing hotspots, significant changes, and author-level summaries.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Surface hotspots based on churn across commits and PRs.
  • Highlight migrations, API changes, and dependency updates.
  • Provide per-author summaries to identify contributors with notable activity.

Quick Start

Generate a concise digest of the last 30 days of codebase activity.

Frequently Asked Questions about pulse

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize recent codebase activity across all contributors?▼

You can summarize recent codebase activity by aggregating commits, pull requests, and migrations to surface hotspots and per-author summaries. This provides a structured digest highlighting significant changes across all contributors.

What is the best way to identify codebase hotspots from recent commits and pull requests?▼

Identifying codebase hotspots is done by calculating churn across recent commits and pull requests. This surfaces high-activity areas in the codebase, helping teams review weekly sprints or onboard new contributors effectively.

Can I generate a codebase digest for a custom time range like the last 30 days?▼

Yes, you can generate a codebase digest for a custom time range by configuring ARGUMENTS. While the default period is 1 week, you can specify alternative durations like 30 days to summarize codebase activity over longer intervals.

How do I track API shifts and dependency migrations in a codebase?▼

You can track API shifts and dependency migrations by aggregating recent codebase changes into a structured digest. This process highlights significant structural updates and migrations alongside standard commit and pull request tracking.

Does this codebase digest tool work without external dependencies?▼

Yes, the codebase digest tool operates entirely without external dependencies. It analyzes repository activity natively to produce per-author summaries and hotspot reports without requiring additional packages or components.