rb-start-project

Inspect repository structure, testing conventions, and CI workflows to determine the optimal development path.

Updated Jul 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/richardmbailey/rb-skills --skill rb-start-project
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: rb-start-project
Source: https://github.com/richardmbailey/rb-skills/tree/main/rb-start-project
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/richardmbailey/rb-skills --skill rb-start-project

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the ambiguity of starting work on an unfamiliar repository by automating the discovery of testing conventions, CI requirements, and project constraints.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Discovery: Inspects build, test, and CI configurations to establish a baseline for development.
  • Workflow Routing: Guides the user to the most appropriate specialized skill based on the specific task state.
  • Use Case: When joining a new project, use this skill to quickly identify how to run tests, what the CI pipeline expects, and whether the current task requires planning, diagnosis, or immediate implementation.

Quick Start

Invoke the rb-start-project skill to begin the guided onboarding process for your current repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about rb-start-project

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I onboard to an unfamiliar repository and find its testing conventions?

To onboard to an unfamiliar repository, you can automate the discovery of testing conventions by inspecting the project structure, build configurations, and CI workflows to establish a development baseline.

What is the best way to route my development workflow when starting a new coding task?

The best way to route your development workflow is to inspect the project's current task state and CI requirements, which guides you to the most appropriate specialized workflow for planning, diagnosis, or implementation.

How do I identify CI requirements and project constraints in a new codebase?

You identify CI requirements and project constraints by inspecting local repository files and interpreting the build, test, and configuration artifacts to determine the optimal development path.

Does project onboarding automation work without dependencies?

Yes, project onboarding automation works without external dependencies, requiring only access to local repository files to interpret testing conventions and CI pipeline configurations.

When should I use automated repository discovery instead of manual codebase exploration?

You should use automated repository discovery instead of manual exploration when joining a new project or facing an unfamiliar codebase, eliminating ambiguity by quickly identifying how to run tests and what the CI pipeline expects.