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Claude command to write commit messages.
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Generate a commit message for staged changes.

Instructions

  1. Run git diff --staged to see changes
  2. Write a commit m essage that explains WHY, not just WHAT

Format

():

Types

  • feat: New feature
  • fix: Bug fix
  • refactor: Code change (not fix or feature)
  • test: Tests
  • docs: Documentation
  • chore: Maintenance

Rules

  • Subject: max 50 chars, imperative mood
  • Body: explain WHY this change was needed
  • Reference issues if applicable

Example

feat(auth): add password reset flow

Users were locked out permanently if they forgot their password. This adds a reset flow using email verification tokens.

Closes #234

Guidelines

  • Future you will search git blame at 2am
  • A good commit message is a gift to yourself
  • If you can't summarize it, the change might be too big
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