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coding-prepare-environment

Detect stack signals and prepare local development environments for Python, Node, PHP, Laravel, and WordPress projects.

10|1|Updated Feb 22, 2026
Search Tags:#python#devtools#environment setup#gitignore#node#dependency installation#vscode tasks
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/marcocello/dot-codex --skill coding-prepare-environment
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: coding-prepare-environment
Source: https://github.com/marcocello/dot-codex/tree/main/skills/coding-prepare-environment
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/marcocello/dot-codex --skill coding-prepare-environment

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prepares a repository’s local development environment so coding, testing, proof runs, and gate checks can happen with the right stack, minimal risk, and consistent repo-local commands.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Environment Detection: Identifies Python, Node, PHP, Laravel, WordPress, and mixed-stack signals from repo files and docs.
  • Safe Setup Actions: Creates or updates the right local environment files, installs dependencies with the repo’s preferred package manager, and avoids overwriting sensitive or existing state.
  • Repo Hygiene and Tasks: Manages root ignore policy and generates VS Code run tasks for common backend and frontend workflows.
  • Use Case: A developer opens an unfamiliar repo and uses this Skill to prepare dependencies, confirm tool availability, and establish reliable local run commands before running tests.

Quick Start

Use the coding-prepare-environment skill to inspect this repository, prepare the minimum safe local environment, and report the exact setup commands and blockers.

Frequently Asked Questions about coding-prepare-environment

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up a local development environment for an unfamiliar repository?▼

To set up a local development environment, the Skill inspects repo files to detect the stack, installs dependencies using the preferred package manager, and generates VS Code run tasks for consistent local commands.

What does environment detection look for in a mixed-stack Python and Node project?▼

Environment detection for mixed-stack projects identifies Python and Node signals from repository files and docs to prepare the minimum safe local environment and establish reliable local run commands.

Can I use this to prepare a Laravel or WordPress environment for local tests?▼

Yes, you can prepare Laravel and WordPress environments for local tests, as the Skill applies to PHP frameworks and manages root ignore policy alongside task generation for backend and frontend workflows.

Does environment setup generate VS Code tasks for backend and frontend workflows?▼

Environment setup generates VS Code tasks for backend and frontend workflows, establishing reliable local run commands required for coding, testing, proof runs, and gate checks.

Why does local environment preparation avoid overwriting existing state?▼

Local environment preparation avoids overwriting existing state to ensure safe setup actions, preventing the loss of sensitive configurations or repository files while applying the correct ignore policy.

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