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comment-code-generate-a-tutorial

Has your agent turn scripts into easy-to-understand projects, with clear comments and a full tutorial. Ideal for sharing knowledge and facilitating learning.

What it does

This tool transforms a Python programming script into an easy-to-understand project. It organizes the code, adds step-by-step explanations, and creates a complete text guide so anyone can learn to use it.

When to use it

  • ✓When you have Python code that isn't clear.
  • ✓When wanting to teach someone how to use a script.
  • ✓To turn a simple code into a complete and explanatory project.

Example of what to ask your AI

“Turn this Python code into a beginner-friendly project with explanations and a guide.”

Want more? Open the sections below.

How to use

The easiest way: copy the message below and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or any AI. It reads the skill and follows the instructions.

Skill link

https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot/blob/main/skills/comment-code-generate-a-tutorial/SKILL.md

Ready-to-paste message

Use this skill to help me: https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot/blob/main/skills/comment-code-generate-a-tutorial/SKILL.md Read the SKILL.md file at that link and follow its instructions for my task.
How it works

The AI first improves the code by following best practices. Then, it adds explanatory comments to each part. Finally, it generates a text file (Markdown) with a complete project guide.

Installation

Easiest way: copy the skill link and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor asking it to follow the instructions.

In the terminal (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor), in your project folder:

npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill comment-code-generate-a-tutorial

Or download just the file:

curl -L https://raw.githubusercontent.com/github/awesome-copilot/main/skills/comment-code-generate-a-tutorial/SKILL.md -o SKILL.md
Technical content (original SKILL.md)

Original text by the author, straight from GitHub.

Transform this Python script into a polished, beginner-friendly project by refactoring the code, adding clear instructional comments, and generating a complete markdown tutorial.

  1. Refactor the code

    • Apply standard Python best practices
    • Ensure code follows the PEP 8 style guide
    • Rename unclear variables and functions if needed for clarity
  2. Add comments throughout the code

    • Use a beginner-friendly, instructional tone
    • Explain what each part of the code is doing and why it's important
    • Focus on the logic and reasoning, not just syntax
    • Avoid redundant or superficial comments
  3. Generate a tutorial as a README.md file
    Include the following sections:

    • Project Overview: What the script does and why it's useful
    • Setup Instructions: Prerequisites, dependencies, and how to run the script
    • How It Works: A breakdown of the code logic based on the comments
    • Example Usage: A code snippet showing how to use it
    • Sample Output: (Optional) Include if the script returns visible results
    • Use clear, readable Markdown formatting
FAQ

What does 'refactor the code' mean?

It means organizing and improving existing code without changing what it does, to make it cleaner and easier to read.

Why add comments?

Comments are notes within the code that explain what each part does, helping the reader understand the logic.

What is a Markdown tutorial?

It's a guide written in a simple text format that can be easily turned into web pages or well-formatted documents, like a project README.

Details

Original description by the author

Transform this Python script into a polished, beginner-friendly project by refactoring the code, adding clear instructional comments, and generating a complete markdown tutorial.

repo: github/awesome-copilot

Popularity

GitHub stars
40k
Ranking position
#5056
License
MIT
Updated
10/15/2026

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