init

Generate or update agent instruction files and chat customizations for AI coding agents.

Updated Aug 30, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Tyrizx/Tyrizx --skill init-tyrizx
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: init
Source: https://github.com/Tyrizx/Tyrizx/tree/main/extensions/copilot/assets/prompts/skills/init
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Tyrizx/Tyrizx --skill init-tyrizx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? New or existing codebases often lack the instruction files that AI coding agents need to understand build commands, architecture, and project conventions, forcing developers to repeatedly explain context in every session. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Codebase Exploration: Discovers existing conventions, build/test commands, architecture decisions, and project-specific pitfalls through automated exploration. - Instruction File Generation: Creates or updates AGENTS.md or .github/copilot-instructions.md following link-don't-embed and minimal-by-default principles. - Customization Suggestions: Proposes related skills, custom agents, hooks, and prompts to automate common tasks or enforce conventions. - Use Case: After cloning a new repository, run this command to automatically generate an AGENTS.md file documenting build commands, component boundaries, and conventions so any AI coding agent becomes immediately productive. ## Quick Start Ask the agent to initialize chat customization files for this repository, optionally specifying a focus area such as the frontend or testing conventions.

Frequently Asked Questions about init

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I create an AGENTS.md file for my repository?▼

Invoke the init command and it will explore your codebase for build commands, architecture, and conventions, then generate an AGENTS.md file. You can optionally pass an argument to focus on a specific area or pattern.

What is the difference between AGENTS.md and copilot-instructions.md?▼

Both are agent instruction files that help AI coding agents understand a codebase. This command prefers creating AGENTS.md, but if your project already has a .github/copilot-instructions.md file, it updates that file instead of creating a new one.

Does the init command overwrite my existing instruction files?▼

No, when an existing instruction file is found, the command preserves valuable content, updates outdated sections, and removes duplication rather than replacing the file. It follows a link-don't-embed principle to avoid copying existing documentation.

Can I focus the generated instructions on a specific part of my project?▼

Yes, you can pass an optional argument describing a focus area or pattern, such as frontend or testing. The command then concentrates its exploration and generated customizations on that area.

What types of files does the init command create?▼

It only creates or modifies chat customization files: agent instruction files like AGENTS.md or copilot-instructions.md, plus skills and custom agents. It never starts working on a task mentioned in the argument.