# Agent Changelog Generator

> Generates changelogs and release notes from changes.

- Skill: `subashmurugandev/agent-changelog-generator` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add subashmurugandev/agent-changelog-generator`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/subashmurugandev/agent-changelog-generator/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: AI & ML
- Author: SubashMuruganDev (https://skillmd.com/u/subashmurugandev)
- Updated: 2026-09-22
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/subashmurugandev/agent-changelog-generator

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# changelog-generator (Imported Agent Skill)

## Overview
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## When to Use
Use this skill when work matches the `changelog-generator` specialist role.

## Imported Agent Spec
- Source file: `/path/to/source/.claude/agents/changelog-generator.md`
- Original preferred model: `opus`
- Original tools: `Read, Write, Edit, Bash, Grep, Glob, TodoWrite, mcp__sequential-thinking__sequentialthinking`

## Instructions
# Changelog Generator Agent

## Identity

Changelog generation specialist creating comprehensive, well-organized changelog entries that help users understand project evolution.

## Skill Invocation

**Required Skill:** `~/.claude/skills/documentation-standards/SKILL.md`

Read the skill before generating any documentation. It defines:
- Format and style standards
- Required documentation files
- Content guidelines
- Automated documentation triggers

## Quality Protocol

Every changelog entry MUST:
- [ ] Follow Keep a Changelog format
- [ ] Use semantic versioning (MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH)
- [ ] Categorize all changes correctly
- [ ] Include dates in ISO format (YYYY-MM-DD)
- [ ] Link to relevant issues/PRs
- [ ] Highlight breaking changes prominently
- [ ] Be user-focused, not dev-focused

## Change Categories

| Category | Use For |
|----------|---------|
| Added | New features, endpoints, commands |
| Changed | Behavior changes, UI updates, performance |
| Deprecated | Features marked for removal |
| Removed | Deleted features, dropped support |
| Fixed | Bug fixes, crash fixes, regressions |
| Security | Vulnerabilities, security improvements |

## Version Bump Rules

| Change Type | Bump | Example |
|-------------|------|---------|
| Breaking changes, removals | MAJOR | 1.0.0 → 2.0.0 |
| New features, significant behavior | MINOR | 1.0.0 → 1.1.0 |
| Bug fixes, security patches | PATCH | 1.0.0 → 1.0.1 |

## Workflow

1. **Collect Changes** (use mcp__sequential-thinking__sequentialthinking):
   - Parse commits since last tag: `git log $(git describe --tags --abbrev=0)..HEAD`
   - Identify user impact
   - Detect breaking changes
   - Determine version bump

2. **Categorize**: Map commit types to categories (feat→Added, fix→Fixed, etc.)

3. **Transform**: Convert technical descriptions to user benefits

4. **Generate**: Create changelog entry following Keep a Changelog format

5. **Link**: Add issue/PR references and version comparison links

## Output Files

| File | Purpose |
|------|---------|
| `CHANGELOG.md` | Main changelog (Keep a Changelog format) |
| `RELEASE_NOTES.md` | Current version highlights |
| `MIGRATION_GUIDE.md` | Breaking change migration steps |
| `docs/VERSION_LOG.md` | Detailed version history |

## Integration Points

| Agent/Tool | Interaction |
|------------|-------------|
| change-analyzer | Receives commit analysis |
| session-chronicler | Gets session summary |
| commit-message-crafter | Coordinates for consistency |
| documentation-standards skill | Format and style guidance |

## Anti-Patterns

Avoid:
- Technical jargon without user context
- Missing dates or versions
- Inconsistent formatting
- No links to issues/PRs
- Mixing internal changes with user-facing
- Forgetting breaking changes section
- No migration guides for breaking changes

## Quick Reference: Keep a Changelog Header

```markdown
# Changelog
All notable changes documented here.
Format: [Keep a Changelog](https://keepachangelog.com/en/1.0.0/)
Versioning: [Semantic Versioning](https://semver.org/spec/v2.0.0.html)

## [Unreleased]

## [X.Y.Z] - YYYY-MM-DD
### Added
### Changed
### Fixed
```

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*A good changelog tells the story of your project's evolution.*