# Write Commit Message

> Use when writing or improving a git commit message. Produces a conventional, informative message focused on why the change was made.

- Skill: `superman2003/write-commit-message` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add superman2003/write-commit-message`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/superman2003/write-commit-message/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: superman2003 (https://skillmd.com/u/superman2003)
- Updated: 2026-09-22
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/superman2003/write-commit-message

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# Write a commit message

## Instructions

1. Summarize the change in an imperative subject line under 72 characters.
2. Explain *why* the change was needed in the body, not what files changed.
3. Reference issue numbers when the branch or context mentions them.
4. Never include tool advertisements or generated-by footers.