Code Story Skill

Provides narrative templates for transforming git history into documentary-style stories.

Templates

Read the appropriate template based on detail level:

• references/minimal-template.md - 1-2 page executive summary

• references/standard-template.md - 5-10 page story with acts

• references/comprehensive-template.md - 20+ page deep dive

Narrative Guidelines

Voice and Tone

• Documentary style: informative yet engaging

• Third-person perspective

• Acknowledge the human element

• Find the drama in technical decisions

• Celebrate achievements without hyperbole

What Makes a Good Code Story

• Genesis moment: First commit sets the stage

• Character development: Contributors evolve

• Conflict and resolution: Bugs, refactors, breaking changes

• Turning points: Direction-changing decisions

• Present connection: Link past to current state

Commit Citation Format

• Short SHA in backticks: abc1234

• Include date and author for key commits

• Link to GitHub if remote is github.com