Authoring CLAUDE.md Project Instructions

What problem does it solve?

Effectively guiding an AI agent requires clear, structured instructions and consistent project context. This Skill helps you design and maintain CLAUDE.md files, which serve as living documents for AI collaboration, ensuring Claude understands your project's overview, workflows, standards, and architectural decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Project Context Definition: Structure CLAUDE.md with sections for project overview, tech stack, and team details.
• Workflow Documentation: Define development phases (Plan, Implement, Sync) and AI collaboration patterns.
• Code Standards Enforcement: Document TRUST 5 principles (Test First, Readable, Unified, Secured, Trackable) and other non-negotiable rules.
• Architectural Guidance: Describe directory structure, key design decisions, and rationale behind architectural choices.
• Use Case: When onboarding a new AI agent or team member, a well-structured CLAUDE.md created with this Skill can instantly provide all necessary project context, accelerating their productivity and ensuring alignment with project standards.

Quick Start

Example: Basic CLAUDE.md structure

(This is a Markdown snippet, not a command)

# Project Name

# Description: What does this project do?

# ## Development Workflow

# ### Phase 1: Planning

# - Use /alfred:1-plan for SPEC creation

# ## Code Standards (TRUST 5 Principles)

# ### T - Test First

# - Target coverage: ≥ 85%

# Claude can help fill in these sections based on your project.