project-setup

Create a standardized project skeleton with folders, templates, and git setup.

8|Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/shaunandrews/agent-skills --skill project-setup-shaunandrews
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: project-setup
Source: https://github.com/shaunandrews/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/project-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shaunandrews/agent-skills --skill project-setup-shaunandrews

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates the initial project bootstrap to ensure a consistent starting structure across teams.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Creates a standard project layout including .git, .gitignore, README.md, CLAUDE.md, docs/, and logs/.
  • Provides ready-to-use templates for README.md, CLAUDE.md, and docs/overview.md to speed up onboarding.
  • Supports bootstrapping new workspaces for initiatives with a single, repeatable setup.

Quick Start

Create a new project skeleton using the provided templates and directory structure.

Frequently Asked Questions about project-setup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I bootstrap a new project with a standard directory structure and git?▼

Bootstrapping a project skeleton creates a standardized directory layout including .git, .gitignore, README.md, CLAUDE.md, docs/, and logs/ folders. This Skill automates that initial setup to ensure a consistent starting structure across teams.

What is included in a standard project skeleton for new workspaces?▼

A standard project skeleton includes initial git setup, .gitignore, README.md, CLAUDE.md, docs/, and logs/ directories. It also provides ready-to-use templates for README.md, CLAUDE.md, and docs/overview.md to speed up onboarding.

How do I set up initial documentation scaffolding for a new development project?▼

Setting up documentation scaffolding generates ready-to-use templates for README.md, CLAUDE.md, and docs/overview.md. This provides a consistent starting structure and speeds up onboarding for new development initiatives.

Does this project bootstrap approach work for existing repositories or only new workspaces?▼

This project bootstrap approach is applicable to new projects or workspaces requiring a consistent starting structure. It focuses on creating the initial directory layout and templates rather than modifying existing repositories.

Can I customize the folder templates when generating a project skeleton?▼

Generating a project skeleton provides standard templates for README.md, CLAUDE.md, and docs/overview.md. It creates a fixed standard directory layout including docs and logs to ensure consistent starting structures across teams.