new

Generate a Rails-style project scaffold with environment checks and Git initialization.

1.2k|100|Updated Dec 30, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/clacky-ai/openclacky --skill new-clacky-ai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: new
Source: https://github.com/clacky-ai/openclacky/tree/main/lib/clacky/default_skills/new
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/clacky-ai/openclacky --skill new-clacky-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Creating new software projects from a clean slate is time-consuming and error-prone; this Skill automates end-to-end project bootstrapping so teams can start coding faster with repeatable setups.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automates scaffolding from an empty directory for quick starts.
  • Supports demo (prototype) and production (full Rails-style) setups with guided prompts.
  • Performs environment checks, initializes Git, and binds to Clacky cloud when available.

Quick Start

Say "/new" to generate a fully wired Rails-style project scaffold in your current directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about new

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

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How do I automate project scaffolding from an empty directory?

Automating project scaffolding from an empty directory is achieved by running the /new command, which generates a ready-to-use, Rails-style project structure with environment checks, dependency installation, and Git initialization in minutes.

Can I generate a demo prototype versus a production Rails setup?

Yes, you can generate a demo prototype versus a production Rails setup using guided prompts that apply deterministic steps and safety checks to configure the appropriate level of project scaffolding for your specific development phase.

Does project bootstrapping automatically initialize a Git repository and bind to the cloud?

Project bootstrapping automatically initializes a Git repository and binds to the Clacky cloud when available, providing a fully wired local server startup environment alongside remote cloud-binding integration.

What is the best way to start coding faster with repeatable project setups?

The best way to start coding faster with repeatable setups is using automated scaffolding tools that perform environment checks and apply deterministic bootstrap steps, ensuring error-free project creation from a clean slate.

Are there limitations when bootstrapping a new software project in an existing directory?

Bootstrapping a new software project applies specifically to empty directories; the process implements safety checks and clear error handling to prevent overwriting existing files, meaning it should not be used in non-empty project paths.