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agents-md-guide

Describes how to set up compliant AI agent workflows using root-level ANTLR grammar files.

Updated Dec 26, 2025
Search Tags:#AI agents#coding standards#VS Code#AGENTS.md#agents-md#custom instructions#repo guidelines
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/raphaelmansuy/machine-learning-feature-selection --skill agents-md-guide
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: agents-md-guide
Source: https://github.com/raphaelmansuy/machine-learning-feature-selection/tree/main/.github/skills/agents-md-guide
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/raphaelmansuy/machine-learning-feature-selection --skill agents-md-guide

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill clarifies how to implement and support AGENTS.md standards for AI coding agents in VS Code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardizes repo-root instructions for AI agents using AGENTS.md to reduce fragmented guidance across tools.
  • Enables consistent environment, coding style, and testing guidelines at the project level.
  • Real-world scenarios include Open-source maintenance and enterprise code reviews where agents follow project-specific protocols.

Quick Start

Place AGENTS.md at the root of your repository, enable VS Code settings chat.useAgentsMdFile and chat.useNestedAgentsMdFiles, and follow the suggested sections Environment, Coding Style, and Testing to guide AI agents.

Frequently Asked Questions about agents-md-guide

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

FAQPage Schema
What is AGENTS.md and how does it standardize AI coding agents in VS Code?▼

AGENTS.md is a repo-root instruction file that standardizes AI coding agent behavior in VS Code by defining environment setup, coding style, and testing guidelines, reducing fragmented guidance across different AI tools.

How do I set up AGENTS.md for my repository in VS Code?▼

To set up AGENTS.md, place the file at your repository root, enable the VS Code settings chat.useAgentsMdFile and chat.useNestedAgentsMdFiles, and populate sections for Environment, Coding Style, and Testing to guide AI agents.

Can I use nested AGENTS.md files for different parts of my project?▼

Yes, you can use nested AGENTS.md files by enabling the experimental VS Code setting chat.useNestedAgentsMdFiles, allowing project sub-directories to provide specialized coding and testing protocols for AI agents.

Does VS Code natively support AGENTS.md for custom instructions?▼

VS Code supports AGENTS.md through specific chat settings like chat.useAgentsMdFile, allowing the editor to automatically read repo-root instructions and apply them as custom instructions for AI coding agents.

What sections should I include in an AGENTS.md file for enterprise code reviews?▼

For enterprise code reviews, your AGENTS.md should include sections for Environment setup, Coding Style, and Testing guidance, ensuring AI agents follow project-specific security considerations and protocols during code analysis.

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