trellis-before-dev

Discover and apply project-specific coding guidelines from .trellis/spec before implementation.

Updated Apr 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/21ess/graffiti --skill trellis-before-dev-21ess
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Skill: trellis-before-dev
Source: https://github.com/21ess/graffiti/tree/main/.claude/skills/trellis-before-dev
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/21ess/graffiti --skill trellis-before-dev-21ess

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Discovers and injects project-specific coding guidelines from .trellis/spec/ before implementation begins.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reads spec indexes to surface relevant guidelines for the target package.
  • Guides engagement with pre-development checklists and shared thinking guides.
  • Ensures adherence to project conventions before coding starts.

Quick Start

Begin your task by discovering applicable specs and reviewing all shared guides before coding.

Frequently Asked Questions about trellis-before-dev

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

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How do I discover project-specific coding guidelines before starting development?

Discover project-specific coding guidelines by reading spec indexes from the .trellis/spec directory. This process surfaces relevant backend, frontend, unit-test, or docs conventions for your target package before implementation begins.

What is a pre-development checklist for coding standards?

A pre-development checklist is a set of shared guides and conventions reviewed at task initiation. It ensures developers understand and follow project-specific coding standards before writing any code across packages like cli/ and docs-site/.

How do I apply Trellis spec indexes to my frontend or backend task?

Apply Trellis spec indexes by initiating your task and reading the relevant specs for your target package. This injects applicable backend, frontend, unit-test, or docs guidelines directly into your workflow before you code.

Do I need to review shared guides before coding in a Trellis project?

Yes, you need to review shared guides before coding in a Trellis project. Reading these guides and pre-development checklists ensures you understand the project conventions and coding standards required for your specific package.

What's the best way to ensure coding standards are followed before implementation begins?

The best way to ensure coding standards are followed is to discover and read .trellis/spec indexes at task initiation. This pre-flight step surfaces all relevant guidelines and shared thinking guides before you start coding.