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kostja94/marketing-skills · updated Apr 8, 2026
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Guides GitHub for parasite SEO, GEO (AI citation), and curated list creation. GitHub is a Tier 2 Technical Authority platform—high domain authority, fast indexing, very high AI citation probability. Use for repos, README, GitHub Pages, gists, and Awesome-style navigation lists.
Platforms: GitHub
Guides GitHub for parasite SEO, GEO (AI citation), and curated list creation. GitHub is a Tier 2 Technical Authority platform—high domain authority, fast indexing, very high AI citation probability. Use for repos, README, GitHub Pages, gists, and Awesome-style navigation lists.
When invoking: On first use, if helpful, open with 1–2 sentences on what this skill covers and why it matters, then provide the main output. On subsequent use or when the user asks to skip, go directly to the main output.
Why GitHub for SEO
| Factor | Effect |
|---|---|
| Domain authority | High DA; repos, gists, Pages rank well |
| Fast indexing | Search engines crawl GitHub frequently |
| AI citation | ChatGPT, Perplexity cite GitHub for technical queries; Tier 2 in GEO framework |
| Technical expertise | Strong expertise signals; structured docs become AI reference material |
| Cross-platform | Share across Dev.to, Stack Overflow, forums; amplifies visibility |
Use Cases
| Use case | Format | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Parasite SEO | Repos, README, Pages, gists | Leverage GitHub authority for rankings and backlinks |
| GEO | Documentation, tutorials, curated lists | AI tools cite GitHub for technical answers |
| Curated / navigation lists | Awesome-style repos | Topic-specific resource directories; backlinks, discovery |
Repository Name, About & README (SEO/GEO Priority)
Ranking weight (GitHub + Google): Repository name & About ≈ highest; Topics ≈ high; README ≈ high.
Repository Name
| Practice | Guideline |
|---|---|
| Descriptive | Hint at what the project does |
| Keyword-rich | Include primary keywords (markdown-editor not my-project) |
| Hyphens | Separate words (react-component-library) |
| Concise | Shorter = memorable, shareable |
About Section (Description)
| Limit | Guideline |
|---|---|
| 350 chars | Hard limit; GitHub enforces |
| ~128 chars | Optimal for brevity; often displayed fully |
| Content | Primary keyword + natural variations; what it does, who it's for; link to website or docs if space |
Example: "A fast, lightweight markdown editor for React with live preview, syntax highlighting, and export to PDF. Built with TypeScript."
Topics
| Limit | Guideline |
|---|---|
| 6–20 topics | Max 20; 6–10 recommended |
| ~50 chars each | Per topic |
| Format | Lowercase, hyphens, numbers only |
| Mix | Technology (react, python), purpose (cli, library), category (seo, ai-tools), community (hacktoberfest) |
Underutilized but highly effective for discoverability and GEO.
README Structure & Components
| Section | Purpose | SEO/GEO |
|---|---|---|
| Title + tagline | H1 + 1–2 sentence summary; keywords in first paragraph | Critical; first 100 words weighted |
| Table of contents | Links to H2/H3; for READMEs >500 words | Navigation; crawlability |
| Installation / Quick start | Prerequisites; exact commands; copy-paste ready | Use-case clarity |
| Usage examples | Code blocks; common scenarios | Citable; extractable |
| Screenshots / GIFs | Demo, output; alt text required | Engagement; accessibility |
| Badges | Build, version, license | Trust signals |
| Contributing | Link to CONTRIBUTING.md | Community signal |
| License | Link to LICENSE | Completeness |
Word count: No hard limit; 500–1,500 words typical for product repos. Lead with value; expand later.
README GEO / AI Citation
| Practice | Guideline |
|---|---|
| Answer-first | Direct answer in first 1–2 sentences (40–60 words) |
| Short paragraphs | 2–3 sentences max; extractable clarity |
| Question-style headings | H2/H3 as questions where relevant |
| Data inclusion | Stats, numbers; cited content ~40% more likely to include data |
| Freshness | Update regularly; ~76% of cited content updated within 30 days |
Entity signals: Clear project name, author, maintainer; consistent identity. See entity-seo.
README Checklist
- Project title with keywords
- Concise description in first paragraph
- H2/H3 structure; alt text for images
- Installation + usage examples
- Screenshots or demo
- Badges; Contributing; License
- Internal links to related docs/repos
- 6–20 topics on repo
Parasite SEO on GitHub
Key Surfaces
| Surface | Use |
|---|---|
| README | Landing page for repo; keyword-optimized summary, headings, links |
| GitHub Pages | Static site; blog, FAQ, docs; additional ranking opportunities |
| Gists | Micro-content; long-tail keywords; link to repos or external resources |
| Wiki | Keyword-rich documentation |
| Issues | Q&A, discussions; indexable |
Optimization
| Element | Practice |
|---|---|
| Repository title | Primary keywords; descriptive; hyphens |
| About | 350 chars max; keyword-rich; primary keyword + natural variations |
| Description | Secondary keywords; link to website or resources |
| README | Keyword-optimized summary first; headings, bullet points; screenshots; links to docs, tutorials |
| Topics / tags | 6–20 relevant topics; 50 chars each |
| GitHub Pages | Mobile-friendly; metadata; blog/FAQ for extra keywords |
Gists for Micro-Content
- Target specific long-tail keywords
- Link back to larger repos or external resources
- Share code snippets, small utilities
Community Engagement
- Respond to issues and PRs; builds trust
- Contribute to popular projects; backlinks, visibility
- Keep repos updated; outdated = lower credibility
GEO on GitHub
| Factor | Practice |
|---|---|
| README clarity | Clear, citable paragraphs; direct answers |
| Documentation | Structured; AI tools parse well |
| Entity signals | Clear project, author identity; see entity-seo |
| Consistency | Active maintenance; engagement (stars, forks, watchers) |
Curated / Navigation Lists (Awesome-Style)
Awesome lists = Curated, topic-specific resource lists on GitHub. Function like navigation directories; high traffic, backlinks, discovery. sindresorhus/awesome (441K+ stars) is the master list; 6,500+ curated lists exist across topics.
Examples by Category
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Master list | sindresorhus/awesome — hub of all awesome lists |
| SEO / Marketing | awesome-seo, awesome-ai-seo, bmpi-dev/awesome-seo |
| AI / ML | awesome-ai-tools, AITreasureBox, awesome-ai |
| Dev tools | awesome-tools, awesome-cli, awesome-nodejs |
| Languages | awesome-python, awesome-javascript, awesome-go |
| Frontend / Backend | awesome-react, awesome-vue, awesome-django |
| Other | awesome-security, awesome-gaming, awesome-databases |
When to Create
- You have a niche with many quality resources to curate
- Existing lists lack coverage of your topic
- You want a backlink asset and topical authority
List Structure (sindresorhus/awesome guidelines)
| Element | Practice |
|---|---|
| Title | Clear, focused (e.g., "Awesome SEO," "Awesome AI Tools") |
| Description | Succinct; scope clear |
| Sections | Categorized (e.g., Tutorials, Tools, Articles) |
| Items | Curated, not collected; only include what you recommend |
| Item format | - [Name](URL) - Brief description of why it's awesome |
| License | CC0 or similar |
| Contributing | contributing.md for PR process |
Getting Listed vs. Creating
| Action | Use |
|---|---|
| Submit to existing list | PR to awesome-* repos; follow list format; contact maintainer |
| Create new list | When no list exists for your niche; follow awesome guidelines |
| Link between lists | Link to other awesome lists that cover subjects better |
Discovery
- sindresorhus/awesome — Master list of awesome lists
- AwesomeSearch — Search across awesome lists
- more-awesome — Directory of awesome lists
Common Mistakes
| Mistake | Avoid |
|---|---|
| Ignoring engagement | Not responding to issues/PRs reduces trust |
| Irregular updates | Outdated repos signal inactivity |
| Incomplete docs | Lack of clear descriptions frustrates users |
| Generic titles | Missing keywords reduces discoverability |
| Thin awesome lists | Low-quality or uncurated items hurt credibility |
Output Format
- Use case (parasite SEO / GEO / curated list)
- Repository name, About, Topics (if optimizing metadata)
- Surface (README, Pages, gist, awesome repo)
- README structure (sections, word count, GEO practices if applicable)
- Optimization (keywords, structure, links)
- Ready-to-use copy or structure where applicable
Related Skills
- parasite-seo: Parasite SEO strategy; GitHub as Tier 2 technical platform
- generative-engine-optimization: GEO strategy; GitHub for AI citation
- open-source-strategy: Open source commercialization; GitHub as primary distribution
- directory-submission: Directory and curated list submission; awesome lists as curated lists
- link-building: GitHub as link acquisition; repos, gists, awesome lists
- entity-seo: Entity signals (project, author); Organization, Person
How to use github on Cursor
AI-first code editor with Composer
Prerequisites
Before installing skills in Cursor, ensure your development environment meets these requirements:
- ›Cursor installed and configured on your development machine
- ›Node.js version 16.0+ with npm package manager (verify with
node --version) - ›Active project directory or workspace where you want to add github
Execute installation command
Execute the skills CLI command in your project's root directory to begin installation:
The skills CLI fetches github from GitHub repository kostja94/marketing-skills and configures it for Cursor.
Select Cursor when prompted
The CLI will show a list of available agents. Use arrow keys to navigate and space to select Cursor:
Verify installation
Confirm successful installation by checking the skill directory location:
Reload or restart Cursor to activate github. Access the skill through slash commands (e.g., /github) or your agent's skill management interface.
Security & Verification Notice
We perform automated surface-level scans (Gen AI Scanner, Socket, Snyk) during installation. These checks detect common vulnerabilities but do not guarantee complete security. Always review skill source code and verify the publisher's reputation before production use.
Skills execute code in your development environment. Always verify the publisher's identity, review recent commits, and test in isolated environments before production deployment.
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Use Cases▌
User Story & Requirements Generation
Create detailed user stories, acceptance criteria, and feature specs
Example
Generate user stories for 'password reset feature' with acceptance criteria, edge cases, and test scenarios
Reduce spec writing time by 50%, ensure comprehensive coverage
Competitive Analysis
Research competitors, compare features, identify gaps
Example
Analyze 5 competitor products, create feature comparison matrix, suggest differentiation opportunities
Complete competitive research in 2 hours instead of 2 days
Roadmap Prioritization
Evaluate features using frameworks (RICE, ICE, Kano) and create prioritized backlogs
Example
Score 20 feature ideas using RICE framework, generate prioritized roadmap with rationale
Make data-driven prioritization decisions faster
Stakeholder Communication
Draft PRDs, status updates, and stakeholder presentations
Example
Create executive summary of Q3 roadmap, monthly progress report, feature launch announcement
Save 3-5 hours/week on communication overhead
Implementation Guide▌
Prerequisites
- ›Claude Desktop or compatible AI client
- ›Access to product documentation and roadmap tools (Jira, Notion, etc.)
- ›Understanding of product management frameworks (RICE, Jobs-to-be-Done, etc.)
- ›Stakeholder contact information and communication channels
Time Estimate
30-60 minutes to see productivity improvements
Installation Steps
- 1.Install product management skill
- 2.Start with user story generation for known feature
- 3.Progress to competitive analysis: research 2-3 competitors
- 4.Use for roadmap prioritization: apply RICE/ICE scoring
- 5.Draft stakeholder communications and refine based on feedback
- 6.Build template library for recurring PM tasks
- 7.Share effective prompts with product team
Common Pitfalls
- ⚠Not validating competitive research—verify facts before sharing
- ⚠Accepting user stories without involving engineering team
- ⚠Over-relying on frameworks without qualitative judgment
- ⚠Not customizing outputs to company culture and communication style
- ⚠Skipping stakeholder validation of generated requirements
Best Practices▌
✓ Do
- +Validate research and competitive analysis with real data
- +Collaborate with engineering when generating technical requirements
- +Customize frameworks and templates to your company context
- +Use skill for first drafts, refine with stakeholder input
- +Document successful prompt patterns for PM tasks
- +Combine AI efficiency with human judgment and intuition
✗ Don't
- −Don't publish competitive analysis without fact-checking
- −Don't finalize user stories without engineering review
- −Don't make prioritization decisions solely on AI scoring
- −Don't skip customer validation of generated requirements
- −Don't ignore company-specific context and culture
💡 Pro Tips
- ★Provide context: company goals, constraints, customer feedback
- ★Ask for alternatives: 'Show 3 ways to prioritize this roadmap'
- ★Request stakeholder-specific formatting: 'Executive summary vs. engineering spec'
- ★Use skill for 70% generation + 30% customization to company needs
When to Use This▌
✓ Use When
Use for user story writing, competitive research, roadmap prioritization, stakeholder communication, and PRD drafting. Best for reducing repetitive documentation and research work.
✗ Avoid When
Avoid for strategic product vision (requires deep customer empathy), pricing decisions (needs market and financial expertise), or when face-to-face customer discovery is more valuable than speed.
Learning Path▌
- 1Basic: user stories, feature specs, status updates
- 2Intermediate: competitive analysis, prioritization frameworks, PRDs
- 3Advanced: product strategy, go-to-market planning, OKR setting
- 4Expert: product vision, market positioning, business model innovation
Discussion
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Ratings
4.6★★★★★28 reviews- ★★★★★Shikha Mishra· Dec 24, 2024
github is among the better-maintained entries we tried; worth keeping pinned for repeat workflows.
- ★★★★★Ganesh Mohane· Dec 24, 2024
I recommend github for anyone iterating fast on agent tooling; clear intent and a small, reviewable surface area.
- ★★★★★Evelyn Jackson· Dec 20, 2024
Keeps context tight: github is the kind of skill you can hand to a new teammate without a long onboarding doc.
- ★★★★★Michael Gill· Dec 4, 2024
We added github from the explainx registry; install was straightforward and the SKILL.md answered most questions upfront.
- ★★★★★Li Zhang· Nov 23, 2024
Useful defaults in github — fewer surprises than typical one-off scripts, and it plays nicely with `npx skills` flows.
- ★★★★★Yash Thakker· Nov 15, 2024
Keeps context tight: github is the kind of skill you can hand to a new teammate without a long onboarding doc.
- ★★★★★Michael Jackson· Nov 11, 2024
github is among the better-maintained entries we tried; worth keeping pinned for repeat workflows.
- ★★★★★Camila Okafor· Oct 14, 2024
github has been reliable in day-to-day use. Documentation quality is above average for community skills.
- ★★★★★Dhruvi Jain· Oct 6, 2024
Registry listing for github matched our evaluation — installs cleanly and behaves as described in the markdown.
- ★★★★★Kofi Martin· Oct 2, 2024
github fits our agent workflows well — practical, well scoped, and easy to wire into existing repos.
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