repo-intake

Identify project structure, dependencies, and entry points for a repository.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ashwnn/agent-config --skill repo-intake-ashwnn
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: repo-intake
Source: https://github.com/ashwnn/agent-config/tree/main/skills/repo-intake
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ashwnn/agent-config --skill repo-intake-ashwnn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

First-time repo onboarding can be slow and error-prone. This Skill provides a concise, structured briefing that reveals project structure, dependencies, tooling, and entry points to accelerate ramp-up.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Directory and file discovery: identifies languages, frameworks, package managers, and test runners used.
  • Build and run guidance: documents build, dev, test commands and deployment targets.
  • Onboarding playbook: generates a quick-start summary for new contributors entering a repo.

Quick Start

Ask me to generate an onboarding brief for this repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about repo-intake

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I onboard quickly into a new codebase and understand its structure?

To onboard quickly into a new codebase, you need a structured briefing of the project's structure, dependencies, and key entry points. This generates a quick-start summary covering languages, tooling, and build commands to accelerate ramp-up.

What is the best way to identify project dependencies and build commands before modifying a repository?

The best way to identify project dependencies and build commands is to run a repository intake that discovers directory structure and package managers. It extracts build, dev, and test commands to document deployment targets before substantial changes.

Can I generate a quick-start summary for new contributors entering an unfamiliar repository?

Yes, you can generate an onboarding playbook for new contributors entering an unfamiliar repository. The process identifies frameworks, test runners, and CI/CD signals to produce a structured briefing for repo reviews and onboarding.

Does this work for understanding monorepo layout and CI/CD signals?

Yes, this works for understanding monorepo layout and CI/CD signals. The intake process maps the directory structure and identifies continuous integration configurations to reveal project type and deployment targets.