alive-create

Scaffold ALIVE walnut directories with kernel files and task state files.

124|7|Updated Feb 19, 2026

Search Tags:#scaffold #experiment #venture #walnut #ALIVE #life-area

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npx skills add https://github.com/alivecontext/alive --skill alive-create

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: alive-create
Source: https://github.com/alivecontext/alive/tree/main/hermes/hermes-skills/alive-create
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/alivecontext/alive --skill alive-create

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Scaffolds a new ALIVE walnut (venture, experiment, person, life area, or project) within ALIVE to kick off a fresh context.

Core Features & Use Cases

Scaffold a standard walnut directory by generating kernel files (key.md, log.md, insights.md) and a basic kernel structure under _kernel.
Initialize metadata and state files (tasks.json, completed.json) to track work and progress.
Provide a repeatable onboarding workflow that simplifies starting new ventures, experiments, people, life areas, or projects.

Quick Start

Run the scaffold command to create a new walnut in the desired domain.

Frequently Asked Questions about alive-create

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I scaffold a new project or venture directory quickly?▼

Scaffolding a new project directory initializes a standard walnut structure by generating kernel files like key.md, log.md, and insights.md, along with metadata files to track work and progress for your fresh context.

What files are needed to bootstrap a new context for an experiment or life area?▼

Bootstrapping a new context requires generating key.md, log.md, and insights.md with frontmatter, plus initializing tasks.json and completed.json in the walnut's _kernel directory to track ongoing and completed work.

Can I use this scaffolding to set up sub-projects within an existing venture?▼

Yes, this scaffolding is applicable when starting any new walnut or sub-walnut, enabling rapid bootstrapping of diverse scenarios like sub-projects within an existing venture.

What is the best way to initialize task tracking for a new personal project?▼

Initializing task tracking for a new personal project involves creating a _kernel directory containing tasks.json and completed.json, which prepares the runtime for projection and linking of work items.

Do I need any dependencies to create a standard walnut directory for a life area?▼

No dependencies are required to create a standard walnut directory for a life area, as the scaffolding process independently generates the necessary kernel files and state tracking metadata.

Why does scaffolding a walnut prepare the runtime for projection and linking?▼

Scaffolding a walnut prepares the runtime for projection and linking by creating a standardized kernel structure with metadata and state files, ensuring the new domain is ready for immediate work tracking.