ReadSpark

Overview

ReadSpark is an AI-powered documentation tool that helps developers generate polished, professional README files in seconds.
It uses customizable templates, GitHub repository data, and AI content generation to simplify one of the most repetitive tasks in software development: writing documentation.

The goal was to build a fast, intuitive tool that reduces friction for developers and encourages better project documentation.

Key Features

AI-Powered README Generation

• Generates structured READMEs using the Gemini API
• Auto-creates sections like Overview, Features, Tech Stack, Installation, and Usage
• Supports different writing styles depending on the template

GitHub Integration

• Fetches repository data (name, description, topics, languages)
• Automatically fills sections based on repo metadata
• GitHub OAuth login for secure access

Template System

• Multiple pre-designed README templates
• Dynamic placeholders filled with AI-generated content
• Users can customize templates before exporting

UI/UX Designed for Speed

• Minimal, clean editor focused on productivity
• Copy-to-clipboard and export-to-markdown options
• Fully responsive interface

API Endpoints

GitHub Endpoints

GET /api/github/repo
GET /api/github/auth

```ts
POST /api/generate/readme
POST /api/template/render

```ts
GET /api/templates
POST /api/templates/custom

## Challenges

### Template Design
- Designing flexible templates that worked for many tech stacks
- Mapping dynamic placeholders to AI-generated content

### GitHub API Integration
- Handling rate limits and authentication flows
- Parsing repo metadata reliably for README generation

### AI Content Generation
- Ensuring accurate, context-aware sections
- Balancing creativity with correctness in technical content

## Learnings
- Practical integration of the Gemini API for structured text generation
- Automating documentation workflows using templates + AI
- UI/UX strategies for developer productivity tools
- Handling GitHub OAuth and secure API access