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Launch or attach to a Claude session to bootstrap Agent Kit template projects.

2|1|Updated Jan 27, 2026
Search Tags:#template#scaffolding#claude#workspace#project-creation#start
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lucidlabs-hq/agent-kit --skill start-lucidlabs-hq
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: start
Source: https://github.com/lucidlabs-hq/agent-kit/tree/main/.claude/skills/start
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lucidlabs-hq/agent-kit --skill start-lucidlabs-hq

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a concise, guided entry point for working with the Agent Kit template, letting you bootstrap a new downstream project or open an existing one within the correct repository structure.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Orchestrates the initial workflow to decide between creating a new downstream project, opening an existing one, cloning a project from GitHub, or editing the template for improvements.
  • Enforces the expected workspace layout (lucidlabs/, lucidlabs-agent-kit/ upstream, and a projects directory) to ensure Claude sessions operate in the right context.
  • Guides user through running the provided scaffolding and session-start steps to initialize or resume work in downstream projects.

Quick Start

To proceed, select an option (new project, open existing project, clone from GitHub, or work on the template) and follow the prompts to complete the chosen path.

Frequently Asked Questions about start

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I bootstrap a new project using the Agent Kit template?▼

You can create or open downstream projects by launching a Claude session within the lucidlabs-agent-kit upstream repository, which orchestrates the initial workflow to guide you through the scaffolding steps.

What is the required directory layout for Agent Kit project creation?▼

The required directory layout for Agent Kit project creation includes the lucidlabs-agent-kit upstream repository and a projects directory for downstream work to ensure Claude sessions operate in the correct context.

Can I clone an existing GitHub repository into my Agent Kit workspace?▼

Yes, you can clone a project from GitHub by selecting that option during the startup workflow, which attaches a Claude session to the cloned downstream project within the projects directory.

Does the start skill support opening existing downstream projects?▼

Yes, the start skill supports opening existing downstream projects by attaching to a Claude session to resume work within the correct workspace layout and repository context.

What options are available for scaffolding a Claude workspace?▼

Available options for scaffolding a Claude workspace include creating a new downstream project, opening an existing one, cloning from GitHub, or editing the Agent Kit template for improvements.

Do I need the upstream repository to initialize a Claude session for project scaffolding?▼

Yes, you need the upstream lucidlabs-agent-kit repository and its scripts because the skill requires that directory layout to execute scaffolding and provide session guidance.

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