hal-init

Create Hal project scaffolding with folder structure, roster, and CLAUDE.md.

Updated Mar 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jedrecord/hal2026 --skill hal-init
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Skill: hal-init
Source: https://github.com/jedrecord/hal2026/tree/main/skills/hal-init
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jedrecord/hal2026 --skill hal-init

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Bootstraps Hal project scaffolding for team orchestration, enabling rapid setup of the standard workspace and governance artifacts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Creates the standard project skeleton (Owners_Inbox/, Team_Inbox/, Team/, .agents/, scratch/, docs/superpowers/specs/, docs/superpowers/plans/) and seeds the initial roster.
  • Copies and customizes agent templates into the project and configures CLAUDE.md for orchestration.
  • Supports optional voice/profile scaffolding and ready-to-use templates for onboarding and development.

Quick Start

Run hal-init to bootstrap a new Hal project with team structure, roster, templates, and CLAUDE.md integration.

Frequently Asked Questions about hal-init

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I bootstrap a project structure for team orchestration?

To bootstrap a project structure for team orchestration, you run a scaffolding process that creates the standard workspace directories, seeds the team roster, copies agent templates, and configures the CLAUDE.md file for governance.

What folders are needed when initializing a team orchestration workspace?

Initializing a team orchestration workspace requires creating specific folders: Owners_Inbox, Team_Inbox, Team, .agents, scratch, and docs/superpowers/specs and plans to organize governance and development artifacts.

Does project scaffolding configure CLAUDE.md automatically?

Yes, project scaffolding configures CLAUDE.md automatically. During initialization, the setup process augments the CLAUDE.md file to enable orchestration and governance within the newly created workspace.

Can I add voice profiles during project scaffolding?

Yes, you can add voice profiles during project scaffolding. The initialization process supports optional voice profile scaffolding alongside copying agent templates and seeding the team roster.

What is the best way to set up agent templates in a new project?

The best way to set up agent templates is using a bootstrap process that copies and customizes ready-to-use templates directly into the project structure, ensuring proper team onboarding and orchestration configuration.