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Generates badges and charts for README files, with a visual builder and README Studio.

A tool for generating badges and charts for GitHub README files, styled after shadcn/ui, solving the problem of creating visually consistent project documentation. It targets developers and engineering teams who maintain open-source or private repositories, from individual developers to larger organizations. It is positioned as a free, open-source alternative to shields.io, offering a visual builder and a README Studio for composing complete READMEs.

Key features

  • Generate SVG and PNG badges
  • Support for 45+ providers
  • Build charts (star history, commits, issues, npm downloads)
  • Visual README Studio for composing READMEs
  • Customizable badge properties
  • Portable SVGs without JavaScript
  • No social media activity within the last 30 days
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  • Engineering teams
  • Startups