get-started

Bootstrap Claude Code by creating CLAUDE.md, configuring the statusline, and applying default settings.

2|Updated Mar 10, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/tim-hub/powerball --skill get-started-tim-hub

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Skill: get-started
Source: https://github.com/tim-hub/powerball/tree/main/personal/skills/get-started
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tim-hub/powerball --skill get-started-tim-hub

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires jq, pnpm, degit, curl, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill streamlines the initial setup of Claude Code by automatically creating CLAUDE.md, configuring the statusline, applying default settings, and installing recommended plugins for a productive workspace.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automatically creates CLAUDE.md from a template and configures basic Claude Code defaults.
Installs and configures a statusline, and sets up Claude Code settings for immediate use.
Installs and upserts external skills and plugins to bootstrap a functional development environment.

Quick Start

Run /get-started to initialize CLAUDE.md, the statusline, Claude Code settings, and install recommended plugins.

Frequently Asked Questions about get-started

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

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How do I set up CLAUDE.md and configure Claude Code defaults?▼

To set up CLAUDE.md and configure Claude Code defaults, run the /get-started command. It automatically creates CLAUDE.md from a template and applies basic Claude Code settings.

What dependencies do I need to bootstrap a Claude Code workspace?▼

Bootstrapping a Claude Code workspace requires the jq, pnpm, degit, and curl dependencies. These tools ensure reproducible provisioning by executing shell scripts and leveraging templates.

Can I install and configure a statusline for Claude Code automatically?▼

Yes, you can install and configure a statusline for Claude Code automatically. Running the initialization command sets up the statusline and applies default settings for immediate use.

How do I install recommended plugins and external skills for Claude Code?▼

To install recommended plugins and upsert external skills for Claude Code, execute the /get-started command. It bootstraps a functional development environment by applying necessary configurations.

Does the Claude Code setup process require manual template population?▼

No, the Claude Code setup process does not require manual template population. It leverages templates in the templates/ directory to automatically populate configuration in ~/.claude.

What is the best way to initialize a Claude Code environment for a new project?▼

The best way to initialize a Claude Code environment is running /get-started during onboarding. It creates CLAUDE.md, configures the statusline, and installs plugins for a productive workspace.