agents-md

Standardize project agent documentation with a canonical AGENTS.md template.

Updated Feb 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sergical/gatekeeper --skill agents-md-sergical
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: agents-md
Source: https://github.com/sergical/gatekeeper/tree/main/.agents/skills/agents-md
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sergical/gatekeeper --skill agents-md-sergical

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Standardizes and simplifies agent documentation by providing a canonical AGENTS.md and a minimal governance pattern for agent-facing content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces a single source of truth for agent instructions via AGENTS.md at the project root.
  • Provides a quick-reference linking CLAUDE.md to AGENTS.md to keep guidance concise and discoverable.
  • Guides discovery of local skills and prevents duplication by referencing existing skill docs.

Quick Start

Create AGENTS.md at the project root and symlink CLAUDE.md to AGENTS.md to enforce concise agent documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions about agents-md

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I standardize agent documentation across a project root?

To standardize agent documentation, create an AGENTS.md file at the project root to serve as a single source of truth for concise, canonical agent instructions, then symlink CLAUDE.md to it for discoverability.

What is the best way to set up CLAUDE.md for minimal agent instructions?

The best way to set up CLAUDE.md for minimal agent instructions is to symlink it directly to your project root AGENTS.md file, ensuring guidance remains concise and preventing duplication.

How does frontmatter-driven discovery work for local skills?

Frontmatter-driven discovery works by using structured metadata in AGENTS.md to reference existing local skill docs, preventing duplication and guiding agents to relevant instructions.

What required sections should I include in AGENTS.md?

AGENTS.md requires specific canonical sections enforced by a structured template, ensuring agent-facing content maintains minimal, consistent instructions for project operations.

Why do I need a canonical AGENTS.md file instead of multiple instruction files?

You need a canonical AGENTS.md file to enforce a single source of truth for agent instructions, preventing scattered documentation and keeping agent guidance minimal and consistent.