view-repo

Summarize GitHub or Gitea repositories by parsing owner/name or URL.

6|3|Updated Sep 13, 2017
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tomholford/dotfiles --skill view-repo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: view-repo
Source: https://github.com/tomholford/dotfiles/tree/main/claude/skills/view-repo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tomholford/dotfiles --skill view-repo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Gather and summarize a repository's README, docs, structure, and key stats to help users quickly understand a project before using it.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read the README and documentation to capture the project purpose, setup requirements, and contribution guidelines
  • Inspect the top-level file tree to outline major components, folders, and notable files
  • Retrieve key metrics such as stars, forks, latest release, and recent activity to form a concise profile
  • Produce a human-friendly summary suitable for quick evaluation or onboarding

Quick Start

Ask to view a repository by owner/name or URL to generate a concise overview.

Frequently Asked Questions about view-repo

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize a GitHub repository's file structure and key stats?▼

To summarize a GitHub repository, parse the owner/name or URL to fetch the overview, primary files, and recent activity. This generates a concise repo profile highlighting the README, documentation, file structure, and key metrics like stars and forks.

What is the best way to get a quick overview of a Gitea repo before using it?▼

The best way to get a quick overview of a Gitea repo is to retrieve its README, top-level file tree, and key metrics. This produces a human-friendly summary suitable for quick evaluation or onboarding before you commit to using the project.

Can I view a repository's documentation and examples by providing a URL?▼

Yes, you can view a repository's documentation and examples by providing a URL. The Skill parses the URL to read the README and inspect the top-level file tree, outlining major components, folders, and notable files for quick evaluation.

Does this approach work with both GitHub and Gitea hosts?▼

Yes, this approach works with both GitHub and Gitea hosts. You can apply the repository overview technique to either platform by parsing the owner/name or URL to fetch essential information like documentation, examples, and recent activity.

How do I inspect a repository's latest release and recent activity?▼

To inspect a repository's latest release and recent activity, retrieve key metrics by parsing the repository identifier. This forms a concise profile that includes stars, forks, latest release, and recent activity alongside the README and file structure.