trellis-start

Initializes Trellis development sessions by loading context, git status, and task routing.

2|Updated Jun 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/42team-ru/teampilot --skill trellis-start-42team-ru
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Skill: trellis-start
Source: https://github.com/42team-ru/teampilot/tree/main/.agents/skills/trellis-start
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/42team-ru/teampilot --skill trellis-start-42team-ru

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Starting a coding session without project context leads to inconsistent work and missed conventions. This Skill restores full session context—developer identity, git status, active tasks, and project guidelines—so every session begins with the same situational awareness a session-start hook would normally provide. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Context Loading: Runs get_context.py to retrieve identity, git status, current task, active tasks, and journal location from the .trellis/ directory. - Workflow Routing: Classifies the incoming request and routes to the right next step—brainstorming for unclear requirements, direct edits for trivial changes, or the task workflow for multi-step work. - Guideline Discovery: Reads package and spec-layer index files so you know exactly which guideline docs apply before writing code. - Use Case: You return to a project after a week away. Run this Skill to reload your active task, check whether a prd.md exists, and get routed to the correct phase (e.g., Phase 2 step 2.1) without manually reconstructing where you left off. ## Quick Start Ask the AI to start a Trellis session and load the current project context before beginning work.

Frequently Asked Questions about trellis-start

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I start a Trellis-managed coding session?

Run the get_context.py script in .trellis/scripts to load identity, git status, and active tasks, then load the phase overview with the --mode phase flag. The Skill then routes you to brainstorming, direct editing, or the task workflow based on your current task state.

How does the Skill decide between brainstorm and direct edit?

It checks whether an active task exists and whether prd.md is present. An active task with prd.md routes to Phase 2 step 2.1, an active task without prd.md routes to trellis-brainstorm, and trivial one-off questions are answered directly without creating a task.

What is the .trellis directory used for?

The .trellis directory stores session context scripts, workflow.md rules, task directories with prd.md files, and spec guideline indexes. The Skill reads these to reconstruct project state and determine which guideline documents apply to your work.

When should I skip loading session context?

Skip the full context load only for simple one-off questions or trivial edits that do not touch project code. For any multi-step work, new feature, or resumed task, loading context ensures you follow the project's workflow phases and guidelines.

What happens if a Trellis update is available?

If get_context.py outputs a line beginning with 'Trellis update available:', the Skill instructs you to copy that full line verbatim into the session context summary without shortening the operational command hints.