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scaffold-repo-ai-guidance

Generate AGENTS.md and .github/copilot-instructions.md from repository analysis.

4|Updated Mar 18, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#scaffold#agents.md#ci-workflows#copilot-instructions#repository-guidance
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PlagueHO/plagueho.skills --skill scaffold-repo-ai-guidance
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: scaffold-repo-ai-guidance
Source: https://github.com/PlagueHO/plagueho.skills/tree/main/plugins/github-workflows/skills/scaffold-repo-ai-guidance
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PlagueHO/plagueho.skills --skill scaffold-repo-ai-guidance

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Analyze repository structures and conventions to generate standardized AI guidance files (AGENTS.md and .github/copilot-instructions.md) that help agents review code and ensure compliant repo practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Analyze repo structure, code patterns, CI workflows, and conventions to scaffold guidance.
  • Generate AGENTS.md and .github/copilot-instructions.md with non-overlapping, project-specific instructions.
  • Preserve user edits and leverage templates from assets when files are missing.

Quick Start

Run the scaffold workflow from the repository root to generate AGENTS.md and .github/copilot-instructions.md based on repository analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions about scaffold-repo-ai-guidance

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate AGENTS.md and copilot-instructions.md for my repository?▼

To generate repository AI guidance, run the scaffold workflow from the repository root to analyze repo structure, CI workflows, and conventions, producing AGENTS.md and .github/copilot-instructions.md files.

What is repository AI guidance scaffolding used for?▼

Repository AI guidance scaffolding analyzes your codebase conventions and CI workflows to generate standardized AGENTS.md and copilot-instructions.md files, ensuring AI agents review code compliantly and follow established project practices.

Can I use this scaffolding workflow with any repository type and CI workflow?▼

Yes, the scaffolding workflow applies to diverse repository types and CI workflows by analyzing established patterns and conventions to produce precise, verifiable guidance tailored to your specific project environment.

Will generating copilot-instructions.md overwrite my existing AI guidance files?▼

No, generating copilot-instructions.md preserves your existing content edits and leverages templates from assets only when files are missing, ensuring your current repository guidelines remain intact during scaffolding.

What's the best way to ensure Copilot chat follows my code review conventions?▼

The best way to ensure Copilot chat follows conventions is to generate a .github/copilot-instructions.md file with non-overlapping, project-specific instructions derived from analyzing your repository's established patterns and CI workflows.

Why do my AI agents ignore repository conventions during code review?▼

AI agents ignore repository conventions when missing guidance files like AGENTS.md or copilot-instructions.md fail to specify your project patterns, which scaffolding solves by analyzing and generating verifiable guidelines.

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