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codebase-onboarding

Generate an onboarding guide with architecture map and starter CLAUDE.md from an unfamiliar repository.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
Search Tags:#architecture#documentation#onboarding#codebase#reconnaissance#claude.md
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cescrafli/compyrasion --skill codebase-onboarding-cescrafli
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: codebase-onboarding
Source: https://github.com/cescrafli/compyrasion/tree/main/skills/codebase-onboarding
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cescrafli/compyrasion --skill codebase-onboarding-cescrafli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Analyze an unfamiliar codebase and generate a structured onboarding guide with architecture map, key entry points, conventions, and a starter CLAUDE.md. Use when joining a new project or setting up Claude Code for the first time in a repo.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate an architecture map, top entry points, conventions, and a starter CLAUDE.md for new codebases.
  • Provide a concise, scannable onboarding guide suitable for quick ramp-up.
  • Support teams joining a repo to understand structure, tech stack, and workflows.

Quick Start

Prompt Claude Code to produce a complete onboarding package for this repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about codebase-onboarding

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a codebase onboarding guide for a new repository?▼

To generate a codebase onboarding guide, prompt Claude Code to analyze the unfamiliar repository and produce a structured package mapping architecture, entry points, and conventions. This delivers a scannable ramp-up document plus a starter CLAUDE.md file.

What is the best way to set up CLAUDE.md for an unfamiliar codebase?▼

The best way to set up CLAUDE.md is running a structured reconnaissance workflow that maps the tech stack and directory roles. This generates a starter configuration file capturing project architecture and conventions for Claude Code.

How do I map architecture and key entry points when joining a new project?▼

Map architecture and entry points by applying a reconnaissance workflow to the repository. This extracts the tech stack, directory roles, and structural conventions, resulting in a concise onboarding guide for quick developer ramp-up.

Can I use this onboarding workflow for a repo handoff to a new team?▼

Yes, you can use this onboarding workflow for a repo handoff. It supports teams joining a repository by analyzing the codebase structure and delivering an architecture map alongside starter documentation to understand workflows quickly.

What does a structured codebase reconnaissance workflow include?▼

A structured codebase reconnaissance workflow includes mapping the tech stack, identifying directory roles, and extracting project conventions. It produces a comprehensive onboarding package with architecture documentation and a CLAUDE.md file.

Do I need prior knowledge of a codebase before generating onboarding documentation?▼

No, you do not need prior knowledge of a codebase to generate onboarding documentation. The Skill applies a reconnaissance workflow to unfamiliar repositories to extract architecture and conventions automatically for new joins.

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