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init_harness

Create a standardized thoughts directory structure for Gemini CLI repositories.

20|6|Updated Jan 16, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#gemini#bootstrap#context-engineering#repository-setup#ticket-template#thoughts
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/adrielp/ai-engineering-harness --skill init-harness-adrielp
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: init_harness
Source: https://github.com/adrielp/ai-engineering-harness/tree/main/gemini/skills/init_harness
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adrielp/ai-engineering-harness --skill init-harness-adrielp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates repository bootstrap for Gemini context by creating a standardized thoughts/ directory structure and an initial ticket template.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create thoughts/shared with tickets, plans, and research
  • Create thoughts/global for cross-repo concerns
  • Add a ready-to-use ticket template at thoughts/shared/tickets/ticket-template.md
  • Optionally create a personal thoughts directory under thoughts/$(whoami)/{tickets,plans,research}

Quick Start

Run the init_harness command in your repository to create the thoughts directory structure for Gemini context.

Frequently Asked Questions about init_harness

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I bootstrap Gemini context scaffolding in an existing repository?▼

To bootstrap Gemini context scaffolding, run the init_harness command in your repository. It creates a standardized thoughts directory with shared, global, and ticket template structures for immediate Gemini CLI context.

What directory structure is needed for Gemini CLI context engineering?▼

Gemini CLI context engineering uses a thoughts directory containing shared areas for tickets, plans, and research, a global area for cross-repo concerns, and an optional personal directory for individual context.

Can I set up a personal thoughts directory for Gemini context alongside shared areas?▼

Yes, you can optionally create a personal thoughts directory under thoughts/$(whoami). It validates and structures personal tickets, plans, and research separately from the shared and global context areas.

Does the repository bootstrap process include a ticket template for Gemini thoughts?▼

Yes, the repository bootstrap process places a ready-to-use ticket template at thoughts/shared/tickets/ticket-template.md. This ensures standardized ticket formatting within the Gemini context scaffold.

When should I use an automated context scaffold instead of manual directory setup for Gemini?▼

Use an automated context scaffold when initializing new or existing repositories for the Gemini CLI. It eliminates manual directory creation errors and instantly validates your standardized thoughts structure.

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