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gsd-new-project

Initialize a new project by generating a planning scaffold with PROJECT.md, ROADMAP.md, REQUIREMENTS.md, and STATE.md.

Updated Apr 23, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#planning#requirements#roadmap#initialization#project
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/giovannimnz/gsd-caveman-hermes --skill gsd-new-project-giovannimnz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gsd-new-project
Source: https://github.com/giovannimnz/gsd-caveman-hermes/tree/main/skills/gsd-new-project
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/giovannimnz/gsd-caveman-hermes --skill gsd-new-project-giovannimnz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Streamlines the initial project setup by gathering context and producing a ready-to-use planning scaffold, saving time and reducing misalignment at kickoff.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Auto-create a planning scaffold including PROJECT.md, ROADMAP.md, REQUIREMENTS.md, and STATE.md.
  • Integrate questioning, research, and requirements generation into a unified initial-flow.
  • Provide a ready starting point for team alignment, scope definition, and roadmap planning.

Quick Start

Run the command to initialize a new project and generate the planning directory structure.

Frequently Asked Questions about gsd-new-project

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a project planning scaffold with roadmap and requirements files?▼

To create a project planning scaffold, this Skill initializes a new project by gathering context and automatically generating PROJECT.md, ROADMAP.md, REQUIREMENTS.md, and STATE.md files within a .planning directory to structure your kickoff.

What do I need to set up before initializing project planning files?▼

Before initializing project planning files, you need an existing git repository setup and a designated .planning directory to hold the generated PROJECT.md, ROADMAP.md, REQUIREMENTS.md, and STATE.md outputs.

How does automated project initialization handle scope definition and team alignment?▼

Automated project initialization handles scope definition and team alignment by integrating questioning, research, and requirements generation into a unified initial-flow, producing a ready starting point for roadmap planning.

Can I use this project initialization flow for an existing codebase?▼

This project initialization flow is designed to be applied at project kickoff to auto-create a planning scaffold for new initiatives, rather than retroactively fitting an existing codebase with planning documents.

What is the best way to bootstrap a new project context and planning flow?▼

The best way to bootstrap a new project context and planning flow is to run the initialization command, which gathers context and produces a ready-to-use planning scaffold to reduce misalignment at kickoff.

Why does project initialization require a git repository and .planning directory?▼

Project initialization requires a git repository and .planning directory to establish version control and a dedicated structural location for the generated PROJECT.md, ROADMAP.md, REQUIREMENTS.md, and STATE.md files.

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