repo-intake

Identify project structure, dependencies, and entry points for a repository.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ashwnn/agent-config --skill repo-intake-ashwnn
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: repo-intake
Source: https://github.com/ashwnn/agent-config/tree/main/skills/repo-intake
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ashwnn/agent-config --skill repo-intake-ashwnn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

First-time repo onboarding can be slow and error-prone. This Skill provides a concise, structured briefing that reveals project structure, dependencies, tooling, and entry points to accelerate ramp-up.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Directory and file discovery: identifies languages, frameworks, package managers, and test runners used.
  • Build and run guidance: documents build, dev, test commands and deployment targets.
  • Onboarding playbook: generates a quick-start summary for new contributors entering a repo.

Quick Start

Ask me to generate an onboarding brief for this repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about repo-intake

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I onboard quickly into a new codebase and understand its structure?▼

To onboard quickly into a new codebase, you need a structured briefing of the project's structure, dependencies, and key entry points. This generates a quick-start summary covering languages, tooling, and build commands to accelerate ramp-up.

What is the best way to identify project dependencies and build commands before modifying a repository?▼

The best way to identify project dependencies and build commands is to run a repository intake that discovers directory structure and package managers. It extracts build, dev, and test commands to document deployment targets before substantial changes.

Can I generate a quick-start summary for new contributors entering an unfamiliar repository?▼

Yes, you can generate an onboarding playbook for new contributors entering an unfamiliar repository. The process identifies frameworks, test runners, and CI/CD signals to produce a structured briefing for repo reviews and onboarding.

Does this work for understanding monorepo layout and CI/CD signals?▼

Yes, this works for understanding monorepo layout and CI/CD signals. The intake process maps the directory structure and identifies continuous integration configurations to reveal project type and deployment targets.