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navigate-repo

Analyze a repository's README and structure to generate a REPO_MAP.md.

6|Updated Feb 12, 2026
Search Tags:#dependencies#analysis#readme#repository#map#repo#configs
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rwchakra/claude-code-hpc --skill navigate-repo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: navigate-repo
Source: https://github.com/rwchakra/claude-code-hpc/tree/main/skills/navigate-repo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rwchakra/claude-code-hpc --skill navigate-repo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Build a structured map of a cloned repository by analyzing the README, directory structure, and key files to identify entry points, dependencies, configs, and data requirements.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reads the primary README to extract documented setup, data requirements, and usage.
  • Maps directory structure and common config files to surface entry points, dependencies, and assets.
  • Outputs a REPO_MAP.md that downstream skills can reference.

Quick Start

Run the navigate-repo skill on a cloned repo to generate REPO_MAP.md and surface gaps to resolve.

Frequently Asked Questions about navigate-repo

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I map a repository's structure and identify entry points?▼

To map a repo structure, analyze the README and scan top-level directories to identify entry points, dependencies, and configs. This generates a REPO_MAP.md file summarizing the architecture and data requirements.

What is the best way to analyze a repo's README and directory structure for dependencies?▼

Analyzing a repo for dependencies involves reading the primary README and mapping common config files alongside the directory structure. This surfaces setup requirements and highlights source code and asset locations.

Can I use a generated repo map to find missing configs and data requirements?▼

Yes, a generated repo map identifies missing configs and data requirements by noting gaps or red flags during the directory scan. This guides remediation for incomplete setup documentation or absent datasets.

Does navigate-repo work with any cloned repository to output a REPO_MAP.md?▼

Yes, navigate-repo works with any cloned repository by reading its README and scanning key files to output a REPO_MAP.md. It determines where source code, configs, and datasets reside to support downstream skills.

What are the limitations of mapping a repo structure automatically?▼

Limitations of mapping a repo structure include relying on the accuracy of the existing README and standard config files. It may miss undocumented or non-standard entry points, requiring manual verification for unusual project setups.

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