setup

Initialize a Maestro project directory and configure workflow adapters for external backends.

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the manual overhead of setting up a new development project by automating the creation of project context, directory structures, and backend integrations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Interactive Initialization: Guides you through a structured Q&A to define product vision, tech stack, and workflow policies.
  • Backend Integration: Automatically configures connections to local files, Gitea, GitHub, GitLab, Linear, or Jira.
  • Standardized Artifacts: Generates consistent project documentation and configuration files, ensuring all team members follow the same development lifecycle.

Quick Start

Use the setup skill to initialize the current directory as a new Maestro project by following the interactive prompts.

Frequently Asked Questions about setup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I bootstrap a new project and configure workflow integrations?▼

To bootstrap a project, this skill initializes the directory and collects product context, tech stack details, and team workflow preferences through an interactive interface to generate standardized configuration files.

What backends can I connect to for work-item tracking?▼

You can connect to local files, Gitea, GitHub, GitLab, Linear, or Jira for work-item tracking. The setup validates transport mechanisms for these external backends to ensure seamless integration.

Does project setup support external backends like Jira and GitHub?▼

Yes, project setup supports external backends including Gitea, GitHub, GitLab, Linear, and Jira. It automatically configures connections for local or remote work-item tracking during initialization.

What is the best way to automate project initialization for a development team?▼

Automating project initialization is best handled by using an interactive skill that generates consistent directory structures and documentation, ensuring all team members follow the same development lifecycle.

Do I need any dependencies to initialize the project directory?▼

No dependencies are required to initialize the project directory. The setup operates independently to create the project structure and configure workflow adapters through its interactive interface.