kickstart

Bootstrap new projects by configuring tech stacks and generating SPEC.md and CLAUDE.md.

Updated Mar 31, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #claude #conventions #spec #stack #project-setup #bootstrap

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npx skills add https://github.com/dotBeeps/pantry --skill kickstart

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Skill: kickstart
Source: https://github.com/dotBeeps/pantry/tree/main/morsels/skills/kickstart
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dotBeeps/pantry --skill kickstart

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Bootstrapping a fresh project is time-consuming; this skill automates tech stack setup, SPEC.md creation, CLAUDE.md generation, and convention loading for rapid startup.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automatically determines the starting point (empty repo, skeleton, or in-progress project) and bootstraps the appropriate stack conventions.
Generates a SPEC.md as the project north star and a CLAUDE.md with build/test conventions to standardize workflows.
Applies to new or early-stage projects that need full setup or reinitialization to refresh conventions.

Quick Start

Run kickstart to bootstrap a new project and generate SPEC.md and CLAUDE.md for immediate setup.

Frequently Asked Questions about kickstart

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate project bootstrap for a new tech stack?▼

Automating project bootstrap involves configuring the tech stack, generating a SPEC.md as the project north star, and creating a CLAUDE.md with build and test conventions to standardize workflows from the start.

What is the best way to set up CLAUDE.md and SPEC.md conventions for early-stage projects?▼

Setting up CLAUDE.md and SPEC.md conventions requires defining the project north star in SPEC.md and standardizing build/test workflows in CLAUDE.md, which can be automated by loading stack-specific rules from a local repository.

Can I reinitialize project conventions for an in-progress repository?▼

Yes, you can reinitialize conventions for an in-progress repository by detecting the starting point and applying the appropriate bootstrap configurations to refresh stack rules and project documentation.

Does this project setup approach work with empty repos and existing skeletons?▼

Yes, project setup works with empty repos, existing skeletons, and in-progress projects by determining the current state and loading the appropriate stack-specific conventions for initialization.

When do I need to generate a SPEC.md file for software engineering projects?▼

You need to generate a SPEC.md file when starting a new repository or refreshing conventions, serving as the project north star to guide development across multiple stacks.

Why does bootstrapping a fresh project require stack-specific rules?▼

Bootstrapping requires stack-specific rules to ensure the generated CLAUDE.md accurately reflects the correct build and test conventions, standardizing workflows across different technology stacks.