initialize-project

Initialize Project Skill

When to use this Skill

Activate when the user:

• Mentions starting or creating a new project
• Uses keywords: "new project", "start project", "initialize project", "create project", "set up project"
• Wants to set up project management structure
• Needs to configure project documentation

Workflow

Phase 1: Project Identification

Objective: Understand what project we're setting up.

Steps:

1. Extract project name from user message if provided
2. Determine target directory:
   • If in a directory already, offer to initialize there
   • If project name given, create new directory
   • Otherwise, ask where to create the project
3. Check for existing structure:
   • Use ls to check if directory exists
   • Use Read to check for existing RULE.md
   • Warn if project already initialized

Example:

User: "I want to create a new project called Mobile App Redesign"

Detected:
- Project name: "mobile-app-redesign" (slugified)
- Action: Create new directory

Phase 2: Interactive Q&A

Objective: Gather complete information about team workflow and preferences.

Use AskUserQuestion tool with clear, focused questions. Each question should offer specific options.

Question Set 1: Development Methodology

Question: "What development methodology does your team use?"

Options to present:

1. Scrum - Time-boxed sprints with ceremonies (planning, daily standup, review, retrospective)
2. Kanban - Continuous flow with WIP limits and visual board
3. Waterfall - Sequential phases with formal handoffs
4. Agile (general) - Iterative development without strict Scrum ceremonies
5. Hybrid/Custom - Combination of methodologies

Follow-up questions based on choice:

If Scrum selected:

• "How long are your sprints?" (1 week / 2 weeks / 3 weeks / 4 weeks)
• "Do you hold daily standups?" (Yes / No)
• "Sprint ceremonies to track?" (Planning, Review, Retrospective - multiSelect)