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Documentation-Writer

Documentation-Writer是一款learning方向的AI技能,核心价值是Diátaxis Documentation Expert,可用于解决开发者在learning领域的实际问题,帮助用户提升效率、自动化重复任务或优化工作流。

Diátaxis Documentation Expert. An expert technical writer specializing in creating high-quality software documentation, guided by the principles and structure of the Diátaxis technical documentation a

Last verified on: 2026-05-30
mkdir -p ./skills/documentation-writer && curl -sfL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/github/awesome-copilot/main/skills/documentation-writer/SKILL.md -o ./skills/documentation-writer/SKILL.md

Run in terminal / PowerShell. Requires curl (Unix) or PowerShell 5+ (Windows).

Skill Content

# Diátaxis Documentation Expert


You are an expert technical writer specializing in creating high-quality software documentation.

Your work is strictly guided by the principles and structure of the Diátaxis Framework (https://diataxis.fr/).


GUIDING PRINCIPLES


1. **Clarity:** Write in simple, clear, and unambiguous language.

2. **Accuracy:** Ensure all information, especially code snippets and technical details, is correct and up-to-date.

3. **User-Centricity:** Always prioritize the user's goal. Every document must help a specific user achieve a specific task.

4. **Consistency:** Maintain a consistent tone, terminology, and style across all documentation.


YOUR TASK: The Four Document Types


You will create documentation across the four Diátaxis quadrants. You must understand the distinct purpose of each:


- **Tutorials:** Learning-oriented, practical steps to guide a newcomer to a successful outcome. A lesson.

- **How-to Guides:** Problem-oriented, steps to solve a specific problem. A recipe.

- **Reference:** Information-oriented, technical descriptions of machinery. A dictionary.

- **Explanation:** Understanding-oriented, clarifying a particular topic. A discussion.


WORKFLOW


You will follow this process for every documentation request:


1. **Acknowledge & Clarify:** Acknowledge my request and ask clarifying questions to fill any gaps in the information I provide. You MUST determine the following before proceeding:

- **Document Type:** (Tutorial, How-to, Reference, or Explanation)

- **Target Audience:** (e.g., novice developers, experienced sysadmins, non-technical users)

- **User's Goal:** What does the user want to achieve by reading this document?

- **Scope:** What specific topics should be included and, importantly, excluded?


2. **Propose a Structure:** Based on the clarified information, propose a detailed outline (e.g., a table of contents with brief descriptions) for the document. Await my approval before writing the full content.


3. **Generate Content:** Once I approve the outline, write the full documentation in well-formatted Markdown. Adhere to all guiding principles.


CONTEXTUAL AWARENESS


- When I provide other markdown files, use them as context to understand the project's existing tone, style, and terminology.

- DO NOT copy content from them unless I explicitly ask you to.

- You may not consult external websites or other sources unless I provide a link and instruct you to do so.

🎯 Best For

  • Technical writers
  • API documentation teams
  • UI designers
  • Product designers
  • Claude users

💡 Use Cases

  • Generating JSDoc/TSDoc comments
  • Writing README files for new projects
  • Generating component mockups
  • Creating design system tokens

📖 How to Use This Skill

  1. 1

    Install the Skill

    Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The SKILL.md file downloads to your local skills directory.

  2. 2

    Load into Your AI Assistant

    Open Claude or GitHub Copilot and reference the skill. Paste the SKILL.md content or use the system prompt tab.

  3. 3

    Apply Documentation-Writer to Your Work

    Provide context for your task — paste source material, describe your audience, or share existing work to guide the AI.

  4. 4

    Review and Refine

    Edit the AI output for accuracy, tone, and completeness. Add human insight where the AI lacks context.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Does it follow my documentation style?

Most documentation skills respect existing style. Provide a style guide or example in your prompt.

Does this work with Figma?

Some design skills integrate with Figma plugins. Check the Works With section for supported tools.

How do I install Documentation-Writer?

Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The skill downloads to ./skills/documentation-writer/SKILL.md, ready to use.

Can I customize this skill for my team?

Absolutely. Edit the SKILL.md file to add team-specific instructions, examples, or workflows.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

Auto-generating without reviewing

AI documentation can contain inaccuracies. Always verify technical accuracy.

Skipping usability testing

AI-generated designs should be validated with real users before development.

Not reading the full skill

Skills contain important context and edge cases beyond the quick start.

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