hforge-init

Bootstrap Harness Forge runtime surfaces in a repository.

3|Updated Mar 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ldilov/harness-forge --skill hforge-init
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hforge-init
Source: https://github.com/ldilov/harness-forge/tree/main/.agents/skills/hforge-init
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ldilov/harness-forge --skill hforge-init

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Bootstraps Harness Forge in the current repository to provision or refresh the project-owned runtime, and surfaces the managed runtime surfaces available for inspection and use.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Initialize the repository for Harness Forge usage and ensure the project-owned runtime surfaces are installed and up to date.
  • Generate a summarized view of runtimes, targets, and available artifacts to enable quick inspection and action.
  • Use Case: A repo maintainer wants to equip the repository with in-repo runtime management and be able to inspect what Harness Forge has set up.

Quick Start

Bootstraps the harness runtime in your repository and makes the installed runtime easy to inspect and use.

Frequently Asked Questions about hforge-init

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I bootstrap a Harness Forge runtime in my repository?

Bootstrapping Harness Forge provisions the project-owned runtime in your repository, ensuring runtime surfaces are installed, up to date, and ready for inspection.

What is the best way to refresh existing repository runtimes and view their status?

Refreshing existing repository runtimes involves running the bootstrap process to update runtime assets, targets, and surfaces, generating a summarized view for quick inspection and actionable next steps.

How do I inspect available runtime artifacts and targets in a bootstrapped repo?

You can inspect available runtime artifacts by running the bootstrap process to generate a summarized view of managed runtimes, targets, and available artifacts for quick review and action.

When should I initialize runtime management for a new repository?

You should initialize runtime management when setting up a new repository or refreshing an existing one to reveal current runtime assets, targets, and surfaces for inspection.

Does initializing Harness Forge require any external dependencies?

Initializing Harness Forge requires no external dependencies, allowing you to directly provision and surface managed runtime surfaces within your current repository environment.