init

Filter AGENTS.md instructions to include only non-discoverable, actionable rules.

1|Updated Mar 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/novvoo/skill-router --skill init-novvoo
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Skill: init
Source: https://github.com/novvoo/skill-router/tree/main/agent/skills/init
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/novvoo/skill-router --skill init-novvoo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the creation and maintenance of AGENTS.md files, ensuring they contain only essential, non-discoverable instructions that significantly improve agent performance and reduce errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Context Engineering: Focuses on providing agents with crucial, hard-to-infer project-specific rules and workflow quirks.
  • Discoverability Filter: Intelligently omits information that agents can already learn from the codebase, README, or configuration files.
  • Use Case: When setting up a new Node.js project, use this skill to create an AGENTS.md that guides agents on specific build commands or deployment nuances not evident from the code alone.

Quick Start

Use the init skill to create or update the AGENTS.md file for this repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about init

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

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How do I optimize AGENTS.md files for AI agent instructions in a repository?

To optimize AGENTS.md files, apply a discoverability filter to include only non-discoverable, operationally significant, and actionable instructions. This ensures AI agents receive concise, crucial rules that significantly improve task success and reduce errors.

What is the discoverability filter for agent context engineering?

The discoverability filter intelligently omits information that agents can already learn from the codebase, README, or configuration files. It focuses context engineering on providing only hard-to-infer, project-specific workflow quirks and rules.

How do I set up initial AI agent instructions for a new repository?

Set up initial AI agent instructions by creating an AGENTS.md file containing essential, non-discoverable build commands and deployment nuances. This provides the necessary operational context for agents to function safely and successfully.

Does AGENTS.md need to include standard project documentation?

No, AGENTS.md does not need to include standard project documentation. The discoverability filter omits information already present in the README or configuration files to keep agent instructions concise and strictly actionable.

When should I update existing agent instructions in AGENTS.md?

Update existing agent instructions in AGENTS.md when adapting to workflow changes or refining current setup. This maintains instruction accuracy and relevance, ensuring agents continue to perform tasks safely without errors.