
Technology Stack Blueprint Generator
OfficialFreeAutomate architectural documentation for your codebase.
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What Technology Stack Blueprint Generator does
The Technology Stack Blueprint Generator is designed to streamline the process of creating comprehensive architectural documentation for software projects. By analyzing your codebase, it identifies the technology stacks, programming languages, and implementation patterns in use. This skill can be particularly beneficial for teams looking to maintain architectural consistency and improve onboarding processes for new developers.
Upon execution, the generator automatically detects the primary technology used in the project, whether it's .NET, Java, JavaScript, React, or Python, and provides a detailed analysis tailored to that stack. The output can include crucial information such as version details, licensing information, and coding conventions, depending on the configuration set by the user. This allows for a high degree of customization, catering to the specific needs of different projects.
The skill not only documents the technology used but also provides implementation-ready templates and visual diagrams, which can greatly aid in understanding the architecture and design patterns employed within the codebase. This is particularly useful for teams adopting new technologies or for projects that require a clear architectural overview for compliance or auditing purposes.
Overall, this skill is aimed at developers and architects who need to generate detailed documentation quickly and accurately, ensuring that all team members are aligned on the technology choices and architectural decisions made throughout the project lifecycle.
When to use it
Use this skill when you need to generate thorough architectural documentation for software projects, especially during onboarding or project audits.
When not to use it
This skill may not be suitable for very small projects or for teams that prefer to document their architecture manually.
What you can build with it
Onboarding New Developers
Generate comprehensive documentation to help new team members understand the technology stack and coding conventions.
Project Audits
Use the skill to create detailed architectural documentation for compliance and auditing purposes.
Technology Stack Analysis
Quickly analyze a codebase to identify all technologies in use and document them systematically.
How to install Technology Stack Blueprint Generator
View source1. Install with the skills CLI
npx skills add github/awesome-copilot/technology-stack-blueprint-generator --agent claude-code2. Or install it manually
Download the skill folder and drop it into ~/.claude/skills/ for all projects, or .claude/skills/ to scope it to one repo. Restart Claude Code so it picks up the new skill.
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Inside SKILL.md
Written by githubComprehensive Technology Stack Blueprint Generator
Configuration Variables
${PROJECT_TYPE="Auto-detect|.NET|Java|JavaScript|React.js|React Native|Angular|Python|Other"} <!-- Primary technology --> ${DEPTH_LEVEL="Basic|Standard|Comprehensive|Implementation-Ready"} <!-- Analysis depth --> ${INCLUDE_VERSIONS=true|false} <!-- Include version information --> ${INCLUDE_LICENSES=true|false} <!-- Include license information --> ${INCLUDE_DIAGRAMS=true|false} <!-- Generate architecture diagrams --> ${INCLUDE_USAGE_PATTERNS=true|false} <!-- Include code usage patterns --> ${INCLUDE_CONVENTIONS=true|false} <!-- Document coding conventions --> ${OUTPUT_FORMAT="Markdown|JSON|YAML|HTML"} <!-- Select output format --> ${CATEGORIZATION="Technology Type|Layer|Purpose"} <!-- Organization method -->
Generated Prompt
"Analyze the codebase and generate a ${DEPTH_LEVEL} technology stack blueprint that thoroughly documents technologies and implementation patterns to facilitate consistent code generation. Use the following approach:
1. Technology Identification Phase
- ${PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "Scan the codebase for project files, configuration files, and dependencies to determine all technology stacks in use" : "Focus on ${PROJECT_TYPE} technologies"}
- Identify all programming languages by examining file extensions and content
- Analyze configuration files (package.json, .csproj, pom.xml, etc.) to extract dependencies
- Examine build scripts and pipeline definitions for tooling information
- ${INCLUDE_VERSIONS ? "Extract precise version information from package files and configuration" : "Skip version details"}
- ${INCLUDE_LICENSES ? "Document license information for all dependencies" : ""}
2. Core Technologies Analysis
${PROJECT_TYPE == ".NET" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "#### .NET Stack Analysis (if detected)
- Target frameworks and language versions (detect from project files)
- All NuGet package references with versions and purpose comments
- Project structure and organization patterns
- Configuration approach (appsettings.json, IOptions, etc.)
- Authentication mechanisms (Identity, JWT, etc.)
- API design patterns (REST, GraphQL, minimal APIs, etc.)
- Data access approaches (EF Core, Dapper, etc.)
- Dependency injection patterns
- Middleware pipeline components" : ""}
${PROJECT_TYPE == "Java" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "#### Java Stack Analysis (if detected)
- JDK version and core frameworks
- All Maven/Gradle dependencies with versions and purpose
- Package structure organization
- Spring Boot usage and configurations
- Annotation patterns
- Dependency injection approach
- Data access technologies (JPA, JDBC, etc.)
- API design (Spring MVC, JAX-RS, etc.)" : ""}
${PROJECT_TYPE == "JavaScript" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "#### JavaScript Stack Analysis (if detected)
- ECMAScript version and transpiler settings
- All npm dependencies categorized by purpose
- Module system (ESM, CommonJS)
- Build tooling (webpack, Vite, etc.) with configuration
- TypeScript usage and configuration
- Testing frameworks and patterns" : ""}
${PROJECT_TYPE == "React.js" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "#### React Analysis (if detected)
- React version and key patterns (hooks vs class components)
- State management approach (Context, Redux, Zustand, etc.)
- Component library usage (Material-UI, Chakra, etc.)
- Routing implementation
- Form handling strategies
- API integration patterns
- Testing approach for components" : ""}
${PROJECT_TYPE == "Python" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "#### Python Analysis (if detected)
- Python version and key language features used
- Package dependencies and virtual environment setup
- Web framework details (Django, Flask, FastAPI)
- ORM usage patterns
- Project structure organization
- API design patterns" : ""}
3. Implementation Patterns & Conventions
${INCLUDE_CONVENTIONS ? "Document coding conventions and patterns for each technology area:
Naming Conventions
- Class/type naming patterns
- Method/function naming patterns
- Variable naming conventions
- File naming and organization conventions
- Interface/abstract class patterns
Code Organization
- File structure and organization
- Folder hierarchy patterns
- Component/module boundaries
- Code separation and responsibility patterns
Common Patterns
- Error handling approaches
- Logging patterns
- Configuration access
- Authentication/authorization implementation
- Validation strategies
- Testing patterns" : ""}
4. Usage Examples
${INCLUDE_USAGE_PATTERNS ? "Extract representative code examples showing standard implementation patterns:
API Implementation Examples
- Standard controller/endpoint implementation
- Request DTO pattern
- Response formatting
- Validation approach
- Error handling
Data Access Examples
- Repository pattern implementation
- Entity/model definitions
- Query patterns
- Transaction handling
Service Layer Examples
- Service class implementation
- Business logic organization
- Cross-cutting concerns integration
- Dependency injection usage
UI Component Examples (if applicable)
- Component structure
- State management pattern
- Event handling
- API integration pattern" : ""}
5. Technology Stack Map
${DEPTH_LEVEL == "Comprehensive" || DEPTH_LEVEL == "Implementation-Ready" ? "Create a comprehensive technology map including:
Core Framework Usage
- Primary frameworks and their specific usage in the project
- Framework-specific configurations and customizations
- Extension points and customizations
Integration Points
- How different technology components integrate
- Authentication flow between components
- Data flow between frontend and backend
- Third-party service integration patterns
Development Tooling
- IDE settings and conventions
- Code analysis tools
- Linters and formatters with configuration
- Build and deployment pipeline
- Testing frameworks and approaches
Infrastructure
- Deployment environment details
- Container technologies
- Cloud services utilized
- Monitoring and logging infrastructure" : ""}
6. Technology-Specific Implementation Details
${PROJECT_TYPE == ".NET" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "#### .NET Implementation Details (if detected)
-
Dependency Injection Pattern:
- Service registration approach (Scoped/Singleton/Transient patterns)
- Configuration binding patterns
-
Controller Patterns:
- Base controller usage
- Action result types and patterns
- Route attribute conventions
- Filter usage (authorization, validation, etc.)
-
Data Access Patterns:
- ORM configuration and usage
- Entity configuration approach
- Relationship definitions
- Query patterns and optimization approaches
-
API Design Patterns (if used):
- Endpoint organization
- Parameter binding approaches
- Response type handling
-
Language Features Used:
- Detect specific language features from code
- Identify common patterns and idioms
- Note any specific version-dependent features" : ""}
${PROJECT_TYPE == "React.js" || PROJECT_TYPE == "Auto-detect" ? "#### React Implementation Details (if detected)
-
Component Structure:
- Function vs class components
- Props interface definitions
- Component composition patterns
-
Hook Usage Patterns:
- Custom hook implementation style
- useState patterns
- useEffect cleanup approaches
- Context usage patterns
-
State Management:
- Local vs global state decisions
- State management library patterns
- Store configuration
- Selector patterns
-
Styling Approach:
- CSS methodology (CSS modules, styled-components, etc.)
- Theme implementation
- Responsive design patterns" : ""}
7. Blueprint for New Code Implementation
${DEPTH_LEVEL == "Implementation-Ready" ? "Based on the analysis, provide a detailed blueprint for implementing new features:
- File/Class Templates: Standard structure for common component types
- Code Snippets: Ready-to-use code patterns for common operations
- Implementation Checklist: Standard steps for implementing features end-to-end
- Integration Points: How to connect new code with existing systems
- Testing Requirements: Standard test patterns for different component types
- Documentation Requirements: Standard doc patterns for new features" : ""}
${INCLUDE_DIAGRAMS ? "### 8. Technology Relationship Diagrams
- Stack Diagram: Visual representation of the complete technology stack
- Dependency Flow: How different technologies interact
- Component Relationships: How major components depend on each other
- Data Flow: How data flows through the technology stack" : ""}
${INCLUDE_DIAGRAMS ? "9" : "8"}. Technology Decision Context
- Document apparent reasons for technology choices
- Note any legacy or deprecated technologies marked for replacement
- Identify technology constraints and boundaries
- Document technology upgrade paths and compatibility considerations
Format the output as ${OUTPUT_FORMAT} and categorize technologies by ${CATEGORIZATION}.
Save the output as 'Technology_Stack_Blueprint.${OUTPUT_FORMAT == "Markdown" ? "md" : OUTPUT_FORMAT.toLowerCase()}' "
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