forge-init

Initialize Claude Code and generate AGENTS.md with standardized conventions.

1|Updated Mar 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dmedina-dev/dev-forge --skill forge-init
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Skill: forge-init
Source: https://github.com/dmedina-dev/dev-forge/tree/main/plugins/forge-init/skills/forge-init
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dmedina-dev/dev-forge --skill forge-init

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Provides a structured way to initialize a repository with Claude Code, audit and improve CLAUDE.md files, import existing documentation, create path‑scoped rules, generate AGENTS.md, and set up scaffolding, removing the manual effort of configuring AI‑assisted development environments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided execution of the native /init interview followed by automated conventions layering.
  • Auditing and restructuring of CLAUDE.md files to meet line‑limit and structure guidelines.
  • Automatic discovery and @import of existing markdown documentation into context.
  • Creation of path‑scoped rule files and AGENTS.md for cross‑tool compatibility.
  • Generation of documentation scaffolds such as session logs, ADR templates, and exemplar references. Use case: When starting a new codebase or adding Claude Code to an existing project, run this skill to configure all necessary AI knowledge layers in minutes.

Quick Start

Run /forge-init to launch the guided bootstrap workflow for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about forge-init

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

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How do I bootstrap a new project with Claude Code conventions?

You can initialize Claude Code conventions by running a guided bootstrap workflow that executes the native /init interview, audits CLAUDE.md files, imports existing documentation, and generates AGENTS.md for cross-tool compatibility.

What is the best way to structure CLAUDE.md files for an existing codebase?

The best way to structure CLAUDE.md files is through an automated audit that reorganizes content to meet line-limit and structure guidelines, then imports existing markdown documentation using @import syntax for proper context.

How do I generate AGENTS.md and path-scoped rules for my repository?

You can generate AGENTS.md and path-scoped rules by running an initialization skill that creates .claude rule files and cross-tool compatibility configurations, removing the manual effort of setting up AI-assisted development environments.

Can I import existing markdown documentation into Claude Code context?

Yes, the bootstrap process supports automatic discovery and @import of existing markdown documentation into Claude Code context, pulling your project docs directly into the AI knowledge layers.

Does bootstrap initialization work for both fresh repositories and existing codebases?

Yes, the bootstrap initialization works for both fresh repositories and existing codebases, auditing and restructuring existing CLAUDE.md files or creating new scaffolding like session logs and ADR templates from scratch.

What documentation scaffolds are generated when initializing Claude Code?

Initializing Claude Code generates documentation scaffolds such as session logs, ADR templates, and exemplar references, providing a structured foundation for AI-assisted development environments.