project-indexer

Generate a navigable project index with language, framework, and symbol maps.

1|Updated Jan 30, 2026

Search Tags:#indexing #codebase #Claude Code #navigation #symbol extraction #project map

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/xdrshjr/JR-Agent-Skills --skill project-indexer

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: project-indexer
Source: https://github.com/xdrshjr/JR-Agent-Skills/tree/main/project-indexer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xdrshjr/JR-Agent-Skills --skill project-indexer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured codebase index to help Claude Code sessions quickly understand unfamiliar repositories without manual exploration.

Core Features & Use Cases

Generates a navigable project index with overview, feature map, file index, and symbol exports.
Detects languages, frameworks, entry points, and organizes files by feature for rapid navigation.
Use Case: Start a new Claude Code session on a large project and ask for a quick map of primary modules and entry points.

Quick Start

Say “generate project index” to trigger an immediate analysis of the repository and generate the index files.

Frequently Asked Questions about project-indexer

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I generate a project map for Claude Code to navigate an unfamiliar codebase?▼

To generate a project map, trigger the indexer to analyze the repository structure, detect frameworks, and create a navigable symbol map in .claude-index/index.md for Claude Code navigation.

Can I automatically index an unfamiliar repository's entry points and feature modules?▼

Yes, you can automatically index an unfamiliar repository by triggering analysis to detect entry points, organize files by feature, and export a symbol map for quick navigation.

What's the best way to help Claude Code understand my codebase structure without manual exploration?▼

The best way to help Claude Code understand your codebase is generating a structured index with an overview, feature map, and file index, which updates CLAUDE.md automatically for session context.

Does the project indexing process detect programming languages and frameworks?▼

Yes, the project indexing process detects programming languages and frameworks during repository analysis, organizing the detected architecture into a navigable project map.

What files are created when indexing a codebase for Claude Code sessions?▼

Indexing a codebase for Claude Code sessions creates .claude-index/index.md and .claude-index/config.md, and updates the existing CLAUDE.md file with the generated index.

When do I need a codebase index for Claude Code navigation?▼

You need a codebase index for Claude Code navigation when starting a new session on a large, unfamiliar project, allowing quick access to primary modules and entry points without manual exploration.