init

Initialize a Claude Cadre by analyzing the repository and generating agent and governance artifacts.

23|3|Updated Oct 10, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danielscholl/claude-sdlc --skill init-danielscholl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: init
Source: https://github.com/danielscholl/claude-sdlc/tree/main/plugins/cadre/skills/init
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danielscholl/claude-sdlc --skill init-danielscholl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Initialize a Claude Cadre cadre for a project by analyzing the repository, designing agent roles, and generating all required Cadre artifacts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate .claude/agents/*.md for each agent and set up the local cadre skill.
  • Create and wire .claude/cadre/config.yaml, routing.md, decisions.md, and ADR scaffolding.
  • Scaffold architecture documentation and cadre governance for greenfield and existing projects.

Quick Start

Provide a project description and I will bootstrap a cadre, create agent definitions, and generate all required Cadre files.

Frequently Asked Questions about init

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up a multi-agent team for my codebase?

Multi-agent orchestration for your codebase is configured by analyzing the repository, spawning a debate to assign 4-6 agents, and generating routing rules and governance artifacts.

Can I bootstrap agent management for an existing project?

Yes, agent management can be bootstrapped for an existing project. The Skill handles both greenfield and existing repositories by analyzing the codebase to generate tailored agent configurations.

What configuration artifacts are generated for agent orchestration?

The generated artifacts include .claude/agents/*.md files, cadre/config.yaml, routing.md, decisions.md, ADR scaffolding, and CLAUDE.md updates to manage orchestration.

How does the cadre initialization process work?

The cadre initialization process works by analyzing your repository, spawning a debate to assign 4-6 agents, and generating routing rules and governance artifacts in the .claude directory.

Do I need any dependencies to configure a multi-agent cadre?

No dependencies are required. You simply provide a project description to bootstrap the cadre and generate the required agent management and routing configuration files.