read

Loads and summarizes Markdown documentation from the project's docs/ directory.

Updated Feb 14, 2026

Search Tags:#read #project-docs #context-loading #task-planning #documentation-summarization #docs-recursive

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npx skills add https://github.com/jbro/pi-agent --skill read-jbro

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Skill: read
Source: https://github.com/jbro/pi-agent/tree/main/skills/project-docs/read
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jbro/pi-agent --skill read-jbro

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Use at the start of any task in a project to load existing context from docs/ before responding or planning.

Core Features & Use Cases

Load and parse all markdown files under docs/ recursively to capture project context.
Summarize key points from docs to enable quick task alignment and decision-making.
Use the generated summary to ground your plan, and surface any exclusions noted in AGENTS.md.

Quick Start

List and read all markdown files under docs/ recursively, summarize the key points, and use that summary to ground your task planning.

Frequently Asked Questions about read

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I load project documentation to ground task planning?▼

To ground task planning, load project documentation by recursively reading all local markdown files under the docs/ directory and summarizing key points. This captures essential project context to inform task alignment and decision-making.

What is the best way to summarize project docs for onboarding?▼

Summarizing project docs for onboarding involves recursively parsing all markdown files under docs/ to extract key points. The generated summary provides immediate project context, ensuring quick task alignment and scoping for new contributors.

Does context loading from docs respect AGENTS.md exclusions?▼

Yes, context loading respects AGENTS.md exclusions. When reading local project-specific markdown files under docs/, the Skill surfaces any noted exclusions to ensure task planning adheres to defined project boundaries.

Can I use documentation summarization for project scoping across tasks?▼

Yes, you can use documentation summarization for project scoping across tasks. By recursively reading markdown files under docs/, it generates a summary that applies to project scoping, onboarding, and context-setting before responding or planning.

What file formats are supported for context loading during task planning?▼

Context loading during task planning supports only local, project-specific Markdown files. It recursively reads markdown files under the docs/ directory to ensure the generated summary captures accurate project context.