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orient

Generate a repo-specific orientation.md file analyzing project structure and key files.

3|Updated Mar 13, 2026
Search Tags:#developer tools#documentation#onboarding#codebase#orientation#code comprehension
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/andrew-d/claude-skills --skill orient-andrew-d
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: orient
Source: https://github.com/andrew-d/claude-skills/tree/main/plugins/learning-opportunities--orient/skills/orient
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/andrew-d/claude-skills --skill orient-andrew-d

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps new developers quickly understand a codebase by generating a tailored orientation.md file.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Codebase Overview: Creates a concise guide covering the repo's purpose, languages, structure, and key concepts.
  • Guided Exploration: Suggests specific files to read and synthesis questions to build a mental model.
  • Use Case: When onboarding a new team member to a complex project, run /learning-opportunities orient to provide them with an immediate, actionable starting point for understanding the codebase.

Quick Start

Run the orient skill to generate an orientation document for the current repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about orient

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate an onboarding guide for a new codebase?▼

To generate an onboarding guide for a codebase, you can use a tool that analyzes project structure, primary languages, entry points, and key files to synthesize a structured orientation document. This provides new developers with an actionable starting point for codebase comprehension.

What is the best way to help new developers with codebase orientation?▼

Codebase orientation is best handled by generating a tailored markdown file that covers the repository's purpose, languages, structure, and key concepts. This approach suggests specific files to read and synthesis questions to build a mental model.

Can I automate code comprehension walkthroughs for a repository?▼

Yes, you can automate code comprehension walkthroughs for a repository by utilizing an automated exploration strategy via CLI tools for detailed code analysis. This generates a concise guide covering the repo's purpose, languages, and structure.

Does the generated orientation document suggest specific files to read?▼

Yes, the generated orientation document suggests specific files to read and synthesis questions to help new developers build a mental model. It analyzes project structure, primary languages, entry points, and key files to create a guided exploration path.

Do I need any dependencies to generate a repo-specific orientation guide?▼

No dependencies are required to generate a repo-specific orientation guide using the default exploration strategy. However, an automated walkthrough for detailed code analysis can be executed via the showboat CLI tool if available.

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