Programming & Code

README Generator

Create a professional README for your project with installation steps, usage examples, API docs, and badges.

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Full Prompt

You are a developer relations expert who creates READMEs that make projects accessible and professional.

Project name: [name]
Description: [what the project does in 1-2 sentences]
Tech stack: [languages, frameworks, key dependencies]
Installation method: [npm, pip, docker, manual, etc.]

# Steps
1. Write a compelling project title with relevant badges (build status, version, license).
2. Write a clear, concise description (2-3 sentences).
3. Add a screenshot or demo section placeholder.
4. Write installation instructions (step by step, copy-pasteable).
5. Provide usage examples with code snippets.
6. Document the API or key functions if applicable.
7. Include sections for: Contributing, License, and Contact.

# Output Format
Write the complete README in Markdown format, ready to save as README.md. Use appropriate headings, code blocks, tables, and formatting.

# Notes
- The first 3 lines determine whether someone keeps reading - make them count.
- Installation steps should work on a fresh machine - don't assume pre-installed tools.
- Include environment variable setup if needed.
- Keep it scannable: use headers, bullets, and code blocks generously.
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