bootstrap-repo

Generate repository scaffolds with governance docs and Tree.txt via templates.

1|Updated Jan 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/velcrafting/codex-skills --skill bootstrap-repo-velcrafting
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bootstrap-repo
Source: https://github.com/velcrafting/codex-skills/tree/main/skills/meta/bootstrap-repo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/velcrafting/codex-skills --skill bootstrap-repo-velcrafting

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Bootstrapping a new project or refreshing an existing repository with governance docs and a standard .codex layout is time-consuming and error-prone. This skill automates and standardizes the scaffold creation, ensuring consistency across projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generates a consistent repository scaffold including AGENTS.md, ARCHITECTURE.md, CALIBRATION.md, DECISIONS.md, SUGGESTIONS.md, REVIEW_QUEUE.md, ROADMAP.md, Tree.txt, and .codex/SKILLS.md.
  • Safe, in-place updates: existing files are modified rather than recreated to avoid duplicates.
  • Quick setup for new projects or refresh cycles in teams that enforce governance practices.

Quick Start

Initiate a quick repository scaffold by answering the guided questions and letting the skill apply the templates to create or refresh files.

Frequently Asked Questions about bootstrap-repo

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I bootstrap a repository scaffold with governance docs?

To bootstrap a repository scaffold, you initiate a quick guided process that applies templates to generate or update governance docs like AGENTS.md, ARCHITECTURE.md, and DECISIONS.md, along with Tree.txt and .codex/SKILLS.md.

What's the best way to generate standard governance files for a new project?

Generating standard governance files is best handled by template-driven automation that creates AGENTS.md, ROADMAP.md, and REVIEW_QUEUE.md in a predictable layout, ensuring project consistency without manual setup errors.

How do I update existing repository governance files without creating duplicates?

Updating existing governance files without duplicates relies on in-place template application, which modifies current files rather than recreating them, preserving your content while enforcing predictable file layouts.

What standard repository files are needed for consistent project governance?

Standard repository governance requires files like AGENTS.md, CALIBRATION.md, SUGGESTIONS.md, ROADMAP.md, and Tree.txt, which standardize architecture decisions, calibration, and project tracking across teams.

Does bootstrapping a repo scaffold require any external dependencies?

Bootstrapping a repo scaffold requires no external dependencies, allowing you to quickly apply templates and generate governance docs directly in your target repository environment.