new

Create Railway projects, services, and databases via the Railway CLI.

303|36|Updated Jan 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/railwayapp/railway-skills --skill new-railwayapp
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: new
Source: https://github.com/railwayapp/railway-skills/tree/main/plugins/railway/skills/new
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/railwayapp/railway-skills --skill new-railwayapp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill simplifies the initial setup of Railway projects, services, and databases by guiding users through linked workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified creation flow: Scaffold new projects and services in a single, guided process.
  • Database provisioning: Create database services alongside apps as part of the setup flow.
  • Guided decision logic: Handles init/link decisions and workspace/project discovery with best-practice defaults.

Quick Start

Run railway init to create a new project, then railway add --service <name> to add a service.

Frequently Asked Questions about new

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a new Railway project and add a service?

To create a Railway project, run `railway init` to scaffold the project, then use `railway add --service <name>` to provision a new service within that workspace.

Can I provision a database alongside my Railway service?

Yes, database provisioning is supported during the Railway project setup flow, allowing you to create database services directly alongside your application services.

Does the Railway CLI support monorepo configurations?

Yes, the Railway CLI handles monorepo configurations by guiding workspace and project discovery, applying environment configurations and best-practice defaults for linked services.

What's the best way to link an existing workspace when scaffolding a Railway project?

The scaffolding process uses guided decision logic to handle init and link decisions, automatically discovering your existing Railway workspaces and applying best-practice defaults.

Do I need the Railway CLI to set up projects and services?

Yes, the Railway CLI is required for project initiation and service management, executing the workflows and environment configurations defined in the setup process.