git-setup-skill

Automate Git/GitHub repository setup with baseline governance files and CI workflows.

Updated Apr 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fxckcode/skills-kit --skill git-setup-skill
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Skill: git-setup-skill
Source: https://github.com/fxckcode/skills-kit/tree/main/skills/git-setup-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fxckcode/skills-kit --skill git-setup-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Sets up professional Git and GitHub repositories by generating and refining baseline files, metadata, and workflows, reducing setup time and ensuring consistency across projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create and refine .gitignore and .gitattributes tailored to the stack
  • Generate or improve README.md, LICENSE, and repository metadata with sensible defaults
  • Configure GitHub Actions workflows for CI and releases and establish tag strategies
  • Evaluate community health files (CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md, SECURITY.md) and issue/PR templates when applicable

Quick Start

Run git-setup-skill on a new or existing repository to auto-generate baseline files and CI scaffolding.

Frequently Asked Questions about git-setup-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up a new GitHub repository with professional baseline files?

Configuring GitHub Actions workflows involves establishing CI pipelines and tag strategies for releases. This Skill automates configuring GitHub Actions workflows and establishes tag strategies during project bootstrap to streamline continuous integration.

What files do I need to bootstrap a professional Git repository?

You can generate a tailored .gitignore by applying this Skill to inspect your project stack before writing. It reasons about your stack's decisions and generates or refines .gitignore and .gitattributes to match your specific technical requirements.

Can I add community health files like CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md to an existing repository?

Yes, this Skill applies to existing repositories, not just new ones. It inspects your current repository before writing, reasoning about decisions to generate or refine baseline files like README.md, LICENSE, and GitHub Actions workflows in one pass.

Does automated repository setup work for both libraries and application templates?

Automated Git setup handles CI scaffolding by configuring GitHub Actions workflows for continuous integration and releases. It establishes tag strategies and generates baseline governance artifacts in a single pass.