task-startup

Name: task-startup
Availability: InStock
Author: arlenagreer

Validate repository state, prepare environment, and create a feature branch.

Updated Aug 27, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #git #workflow #development #docker #environment

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npx skills add https://github.com/arlenagreer/claude_configuration_docs --skill task-startup

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Skill: task-startup
Source: https://github.com/arlenagreer/claude_configuration_docs/tree/main/skills/task-startup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/arlenagreer/claude_configuration_docs --skill task-startup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires docker, docker-compose, npm, bundler, rails, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the manual overhead of setting up development environments and ensures consistent project initialization every time.

Core Features & Use Cases

Environment Validation: Automatically checks Docker, databases, dependencies, and environment variables.
Branch Management: Creates properly named feature branches with automatic git state checking.
Use Case: Imagine you're starting a new feature called 'user-auth'. This Skill validates your git status, starts Docker services if needed, runs pending migrations, and creates the branch 'feature/user-auth' with OmniFocus task tracking.

Quick Start

Use the task-startup skill to begin work on a new payment processing feature.

Frequently Asked Questions about task-startup

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

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How do I automate Docker and database setup when starting a new development task?▼

Task-startup automates environment validation by checking Docker services, running pending database migrations, and verifying dependencies before you begin work. It eliminates manual preflight checks and ensures your local environment matches project requirements every time you start a new task.

How do I create a properly named feature branch with git validation?▼

Task-startup automatically creates feature branches with sanitized task names—like 'feature/user-auth'—while validating your git repository state first. It prevents branch creation if uncommitted changes exist, ensuring a clean starting point for your work.

Can I use task-startup with Docker Compose and Rails projects?▼

Yes, task-startup supports Docker Compose, Rails, npm, and Bundler environments. It validates all dependencies and runs migrations specific to your tech stack, making it suitable for projects using any combination of these tools.

What environment checks does task-startup perform before starting work?▼

Task-startup performs preflight validation on Docker readiness, database migrations, npm and Bundler dependencies, and environment variables. It confirms all systems are healthy and properly configured before allowing you to proceed with development.

How does task-startup handle task initialization across local and CI environments?▼

Task-startup generates session-state logs and applies consistent initialization logic across both local development and continuous integration contexts. This ensures your workflow behaves predictably whether you're working locally or in an automated pipeline.