Changelog Management
Generates and updates CHANGELOG.md files by analyzing git commit history based on conventional commit standards.
The source repository doesn't declare a license. Check its terms before reusing the code.
Key features
- Provides a script to automate the insertion of new version sections for releases.
- Supports distinct workflows for formal releases versus daily development updates.
- Automatically categorizes commits based on Conventional Commits format (e.g., feat, fix, docs).
- Offers customization for output, including excluding commit types, stripping emojis, and JSON format.
- Analyzes git history between specific tags or commit ranges to generate changelog entries.
Use cases
- Documenting changes in an '[Unreleased]' section during daily development.
- Updating a changelog with recent changes before a new version release.
- Generating a new CHANGELOG.md file for a project.
FAQ
What key capabilities does it provide?
It can analyze commit ranges between tags, categorize commits automatically, exclude certain commit types, and output in Markdown or JSON. It also includes a dedicated script to professionally format and insert new version sections for releases.
What does this skill do?
This skill automates the creation and updating of `CHANGELOG.md` files. It analyzes your git commit history, categorizes changes based on Conventional Commits (like `feat`, `fix`, `docs`), and formats them into clean, readable release notes.
When should I use this skill?
Use this skill when preparing a new software release to document changes since the last version, or during daily development to keep an `[Unreleased]` section updated. It's ideal for any project that follows Conventional Commit standards.
How does this skill improve my workflow?
It saves significant time by automating the manual, error-prone task of writing release notes. It ensures consistency by enforcing a standard format and provides separate, clear workflows for formal releases versus daily updates.
Related skills
Claude Skill Developer Guide
Provides a standardized reference and template for creating high-quality Claude Code plugin skills.
Learning Documentation31,86212 ptsAxiom Getting Started
Guides new users to the most relevant Axiom skills for their project and development focus through an interactive onboarding experience.
Learning Documentation5212 ptsSkill Making
Creates and refines Claude agent skills by providing established best practices, structural guidelines, and development workflows.
Learning Documentation1712 pts