generating-database-documentation
This skill enables Claude to automatically generate comprehensive documentation for existing database schemas using the database-documentation-gen plugin. It is triggered when the user requests database documentation, ERD diagrams, or a data dictionary. The plugin supports multiple database engines and generates documentation that includes ERD diagrams, table relationships, column descriptions, indexes, triggers, stored procedures, and interactive HTML documentation. Use this skill when you need to document existing database schemas for team onboarding, architectural reviews, or data governance purposes. The trigger terms include "database documentation", "ERD diagram", "data dictionary", and `/db-docs`.
Best use case
generating-database-documentation is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
This skill enables Claude to automatically generate comprehensive documentation for existing database schemas using the database-documentation-gen plugin. It is triggered when the user requests database documentation, ERD diagrams, or a data dictionary. The plugin supports multiple database engines and generates documentation that includes ERD diagrams, table relationships, column descriptions, indexes, triggers, stored procedures, and interactive HTML documentation. Use this skill when you need to document existing database schemas for team onboarding, architectural reviews, or data governance purposes. The trigger terms include "database documentation", "ERD diagram", "data dictionary", and `/db-docs`.
Teams using generating-database-documentation should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/database-documentation-gen/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How generating-database-documentation Compares
| Feature / Agent | generating-database-documentation | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
This skill enables Claude to automatically generate comprehensive documentation for existing database schemas using the database-documentation-gen plugin. It is triggered when the user requests database documentation, ERD diagrams, or a data dictionary. The plugin supports multiple database engines and generates documentation that includes ERD diagrams, table relationships, column descriptions, indexes, triggers, stored procedures, and interactive HTML documentation. Use this skill when you need to document existing database schemas for team onboarding, architectural reviews, or data governance purposes. The trigger terms include "database documentation", "ERD diagram", "data dictionary", and `/db-docs`.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
## Overview This skill empowers Claude to create detailed database documentation from existing database schemas. It leverages the database-documentation-gen plugin to automate the process, saving time and ensuring consistency. The generated documentation includes ERD diagrams, table relationships, and detailed information about database objects. ## How It Works 1. **Activation**: Claude recognizes the user's request for database documentation, ERD diagrams, or a data dictionary, triggering the database-documentation-gen plugin. 2. **Schema Analysis**: The plugin connects to the specified database and analyzes its schema, extracting information about tables, columns, relationships, indexes, triggers, and stored procedures. 3. **Documentation Generation**: The plugin generates comprehensive documentation in various formats, including ERD diagrams, data dictionaries, and interactive HTML documentation. ## When to Use This Skill This skill activates when you need to: - Generate documentation for a new or existing database. - Create ERD diagrams for architectural reviews. - Produce a data dictionary for data governance purposes. - Onboard new team members to a database project. ## Examples ### Example 1: Documenting an Existing Database User request: "Generate database documentation for the 'users' database." The skill will: 1. Activate the database-documentation-gen plugin. 2. Connect to the 'users' database and analyze its schema. 3. Generate comprehensive documentation, including ERD diagrams and a data dictionary. ### Example 2: Creating an ERD Diagram User request: "Create an ERD diagram for the 'orders' database." The skill will: 1. Activate the database-documentation-gen plugin. 2. Connect to the 'orders' database and analyze its schema. 3. Generate an ERD diagram illustrating the relationships between tables in the 'orders' database. ## Best Practices - **Database Credentials**: Ensure Claude has the necessary database credentials to access the database schema. - **Database Selection**: Clearly specify the database for which documentation should be generated. - **Output Format**: Consider specifying the desired output format for the documentation (e.g., HTML, Markdown). ## Integration This skill can be integrated with other plugins to further enhance the documentation process. For example, it can be combined with a diagramming plugin to customize the ERD diagrams or with a document generation plugin to create more sophisticated documentation formats.
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