setup-ralph

Name: setup-ralph
Availability: InStock
Author: Melvyn

Automate Ralph AI coding loop scaffolding with .claude/ralph structure and PRD templates.

223|68|Updated Aug 18, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #workflow #scaffolding #CLI #PRD #setup #Ralph

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npx skills add https://github.com/Melvynx/aiblueprint --skill setup-ralph-melvynx

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Skill: setup-ralph
Source: https://github.com/Melvynx/aiblueprint/tree/main/claude-code-config/skills/ralph-loop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Melvynx/aiblueprint --skill setup-ralph-melvynx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires jq, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill automates the initial scaffolding and workflow for Ralph, the autonomous AI coding loop, enabling teams to set up a repeatable, safe environment without manual boilerplate.

Core Features & Use Cases

Project scaffolding: Creates the .claude/ralph structure, prompts, and a template PRD for new features.
PRD orchestration: Guides interactive PRD brainstorming or manual PRD creation, then transforms to prd.json.
Run plan export: Produces a ready-to-run command sequence and instructions so users can execute Ralph themselves.

Quick Start

Use the skill to initialize Ralph in a project with an interactive PRD brainstorm, or set up a specific feature scaffold, e.g. /setup-ralph -f 01-feature.

Setup Ralph interactively: /setup-ralph -i
Setup for a specific feature: /setup-ralph -f 01-feature

Frequently Asked Questions about setup-ralph

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

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How do I set up an autonomous AI coding loop for my project?▼

Setting up an autonomous AI coding loop is automated by this skill, which creates the .claude/ralph directory structure, task tracking, and PRD templates, eliminating manual boilerplate for a safe and repeatable workflow.

How do I generate a PRD template for AI coding automation?▼

Generating a PRD template for AI coding automation is handled through interactive PRD brainstorming or manual creation, which the skill then transforms into a prd.json file to guide the autonomous workflow.

Do I need jq installed to automate Ralph project scaffolding?▼

Yes, you need jq installed to automate Ralph project scaffolding. The skill explicitly depends on the jq command-line tool to process JSON and orchestrate the workflow setup correctly.

Can I set up Ralph for a specific feature instead of the whole project?▼

Yes, you can set up Ralph for a specific feature instead of the whole project by running the setup command with the feature flag, such as /setup-ralph -f 01-feature, to generate a targeted scaffold.

What is the best way to start an automated AI coding workflow safely?▼

The best way to start an automated AI coding workflow safely is to use a scaffolding tool that generates progress tracking and template PRDs, ensuring the autonomous loop has structured guidance and explicit run instructions.