How does it save LLM tokens?

Instead of verbose explanations, it creates minimal 'chunks' that act as a search index, pointing Claude to exact file locations and line numbers only when needed.

What makes these docs 'living'?

They are designed to be self-maintaining through validation and update modes that detect 'drift' between the code and the documentation, ensuring references never go stale.

Does this work with existing projects?

Yes, the Bootstrap mode can scan your existing directory structure and imports to automatically generate an initial documentation framework.

How does it integrate with CLAUDE.md?

It provides a standardized 'Context Rules' format that uses imperative instructions and specific keywords to tell Claude exactly when to read specific documentation chunks.

What is the core philosophy of Living Docs?

The core philosophy is that 'the code is the documentation.' Doc files exist primarily as a navigation layer to help find specific logic or reusable components within a large codebase.

Genesis Living Docs

Name: Genesis Living Docs
Author: genesiscz

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Content Management

Maintains a minimal, high-efficiency documentation index that helps AI and developers navigate complex codebases faster.

Genesis Living Docs is a specialized documentation framework designed for Claude Code that treats documentation as a searchable index rather than an explanatory textbook. It automates the process of bootstrapping, validating, and refining project documentation into token-efficient "chunks" that trigger specific AI context rules. By focusing on navigation, reusable component APIs, and complex flows while ignoring obvious implementation details, it ensures that your documentation remains accurate, useful, and perfectly optimized for AI-assisted development workflows.

Key Features

01Continuous drift detection to identify broken file paths and renamed functions

02Automated bootstrapping of minimal, navigation-focused documentation structures

03Token-efficient documentation chunks optimized for LLM context windows

04Smart context rule generation for seamless CLAUDE.md integration

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06Audit-driven refinement mode to optimize keyword triggers and coverage

Use Cases

01Keeping shared component libraries and API documentation in sync with source code

02Creating a high-speed navigation layer for complex multi-file architectural flows

03Onboarding AI tools to large or undocumented legacy codebases

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add genesiscz/genesistools living-docs

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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