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gh-aw-new

Scaffold a new gh-aw project with compiled .lock.yml artifacts.

3|1|Updated Apr 12, 2026
Search Tags:#github#scaffolding#agentic workflows#gh-aw#automation setup#workflow compilation#pre-commit compliance
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Cogni-AI-OU/cogni-ai-agent-skills --skill gh-aw-new
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gh-aw-new
Source: https://github.com/Cogni-AI-OU/cogni-ai-agent-skills/tree/main/gh-aw-new
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Cogni-AI-OU/cogni-ai-agent-skills --skill gh-aw-new

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you create new GitHub Agentic Workflow (gh-aw) repositories correctly and consistently by using the official gh-aw CLI scaffolding process instead of hand-writing workflow frontmatter.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Official prompt-based scaffolding: Fetches the correct create-agentic-workflow instructions from the gh-aw project (and reads ALL instructions) before generating files.
  • End-to-end workflow readiness: Produces the workflow .md plus the compiled execution artifacts like the .lock.yml and related agent/workflow supporting files.
  • Repository-standard compliance: Ensures lock-file pinning, .gitattributes linguist/merge settings, and runs pre-commit checks after generation to avoid invalid or noncompliant workflows.
  • Use Case: When you need a brand-new GitHub Agentic Workflow that will run as part of your organization’s automation baseline, this Skill gives you the safe scaffolding path from day one.

Quick Start

Tell the AI: "Create a new gh-aw workflow named my-new-workflow for my repository and ensure the generated workflow is compiled, linted, and ready to commit."

Frequently Asked Questions about gh-aw-new

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scaffold a new GitHub Agentic Workflow project structure from scratch?▼

To scaffold a GitHub Agentic Workflow, use the gh-aw CLI extension to fetch creation instructions, run gh aw new, and generate the .github/aw-based workflow definition files along with compiled .lock.yml artifacts.

What is the purpose of the compiled .lock.yml file in GitHub Agentic Workflows?▼

The compiled .lock.yml file in GitHub Agentic Workflows serves as an execution artifact that pins generated agent and action metadata, ensuring consistent and compliant repository automation runs.

Do I need pre-commit hooks to validate GitHub Agentic Workflow definition files?▼

Yes, you need pre-commit hooks to validate GitHub Agentic Workflow definition files. Running pre-commit checks after generation ensures repository-standard compliance and prevents invalid or noncompliant workflows.

Can I use the gh-aw CLI to update .gitattributes for lock.yml linguist behavior?▼

Yes, the gh-aw scaffolding process updates .gitattributes for lock.yml linguist behavior, ensuring proper language detection and merge settings for the compiled workflow artifacts.

Why does my GitHub Agentic Workflow fail repository-standard compliance checks?▼

GitHub Agentic Workflow compliance checks fail when hand-writing workflow frontmatter instead of using the official gh-aw CLI scaffolding, which ensures proper lock-file pinning and valid .gitattributes settings.

What's the best way to automate GitHub workflow compilation for organization baselines?▼

The best way to automate GitHub workflow compilation is using the official gh-aw CLI to run gh aw compile, which fetches prompt-based scaffolding instructions and produces ready-to-commit execution artifacts.

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