harness-init

Analyze repository files and team norms to generate .harness configuration artifacts.

8|1|Updated Mar 22, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/zxdxjtu/harness --skill harness-init-zxdxjtu
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Skill: harness-init
Source: https://github.com/zxdxjtu/harness/tree/main/skills/harness-init
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zxdxjtu/harness --skill harness-init-zxdxjtu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams initialize Harness configurations by learning a repository's structure and team norms to generate a tailored governance framework.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Learn repository structure and team norms to craft a project-specific Harness setup.
  • Generate core Harness artifacts such as .harness/config.yaml, norms.md, invariants.md, and context fragments, aligned with the project’s depth (quick, standard, deep).
  • Provide guidance for automated sprinting and governance, enabling fast onboarding and consistent workflows across the team.

Quick Start

Run harness-init in your repository to auto-generate a tailored Harness setup.

Frequently Asked Questions about harness-init

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate project-specific governance and workflow configuration files?

To generate project-specific governance configuration, this Skill analyzes your repository's README, package.json, and CI configurations to produce tailored artifacts like config.yaml and norms.md.

What is the best way to initialize team norms and context fragments for a new repository?

The best way to initialize team norms is by studying your existing contributing guidelines and project depth to auto-generate governance artifacts like norms.md and skill-context files.

Does the configuration generation process support different initialization depths?

Yes, the configuration generation process supports quick, standard, and deep initialization depths, adapting the outputted governance framework to match your specific project setup requirements.

Can I use this to set up automated sprinting and governance workflows?

Yes, you can use this to set up automated sprinting and governance workflows, as it provides a tailored configuration framework that enables fast onboarding and consistent team workflows.

What core project files are required to auto-configure a harness setup?

To auto-configure a harness setup, the Skill requires core project files such as README, package.json, CI configurations, and contributing guidelines to accurately learn your repository structure.