makefile-first

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the inconsistency and lack of discoverability in project command execution by enforcing the use of a Makefile as the single source of truth for build, test, lint, and other operational tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Unified Command Interface: Provides a consistent way to interact with any project, regardless of its underlying technology stack.
• Self-Documenting: The Makefile itself serves as clear documentation for available operations.
• Reproducibility: Ensures that build, test, and linting processes are identical across development, CI/CD, and team member environments.
• Use Case: When working on a new or existing codebase, use make test to run all relevant tests instead of remembering specific commands like npm test or pytest.

Quick Start

Use the makefile-first skill to run the test target on the current project.