ck:bootstrap
Bootstrap new projects with research, tech stack, design, planning, and implementation. Modes: full (interactive), auto (default), fast (skip research), parallel (multi-agent).
Best use case
ck:bootstrap is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Bootstrap new projects with research, tech stack, design, planning, and implementation. Modes: full (interactive), auto (default), fast (skip research), parallel (multi-agent).
Teams using ck:bootstrap should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/bootstrap/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How ck:bootstrap Compares
| Feature / Agent | ck:bootstrap | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Bootstrap new projects with research, tech stack, design, planning, and implementation. Modes: full (interactive), auto (default), fast (skip research), parallel (multi-agent).
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Bootstrap - New Project Scaffolding End-to-end project bootstrapping from idea to running code. **Principles:** YAGNI, KISS, DRY | Token efficiency | Concise reports ## Usage ``` /bootstrap <user-requirements> ``` **Flags** (optional, default `--auto`): | Flag | Mode | Thinking | User Gates | Planning Skill | Cook Skill | |------|------|----------|------------|----------------|------------| | `--full` | Full interactive | Ultrathink | Every phase | `--hard` | (interactive) | | `--auto` | Automatic | Ultrathink | Design only | `--auto` | `--auto` | | `--fast` | Quick | Think hard | None | `--fast` | `--auto` | | `--parallel` | Multi-agent | Ultrathink | Design only | `--parallel` | `--parallel` | **Example:** ``` /bootstrap "Build a SaaS dashboard with auth" --fast /bootstrap "E-commerce platform with Stripe" --parallel ``` ## Workflow Overview ``` [Git Init] → [Research?] → [Tech Stack?] → [Design?] → [Planning] → [Implementation] → [Test] → [Review] → [Docs] → [Onboard] → [Final] ``` Each mode loads a specific workflow reference + shared phases. ## Mode Detection If no flag provided, default to `--auto`. Load the appropriate workflow reference: - `--full`: Load `references/workflow-full.md` - `--auto`: Load `references/workflow-auto.md` - `--fast`: Load `references/workflow-fast.md` - `--parallel`: Load `references/workflow-parallel.md` All modes share: Load `references/shared-phases.md` for implementation through final report. ## Step 0: Git Init (ALL modes) Check if Git initialized. If not: - `--full`: Ask user if they want to init → `git-manager` subagent (`main` branch) - Others: Auto-init via `git-manager` subagent (`main` branch) ## Skill Triggers (MANDATORY) After early phases (research, tech stack, design), trigger downstream skills: ### Planning Phase Activate **ck:plan** skill with mode-appropriate flag: - `--full` → `/ck:plan --hard <requirements>` (thorough research + validation) - `--auto` → `/ck:plan --auto <requirements>` (auto-detect complexity) - `--fast` → `/ck:plan --fast <requirements>` (skip research) - `--parallel` → `/ck:plan --parallel <requirements>` (file ownership + dependency graph) Planning skill outputs a plan path. Pass this to cook. ### Implementation Phase Activate **ck:cook** skill with the plan path and mode-appropriate flag: - `--full` → `/ck:cook <plan-path>` (interactive review gates) - `--auto` → `/ck:cook --auto <plan-path>` (skip review gates) - `--fast` → `/ck:cook --auto <plan-path>` (skip review gates) - `--parallel` → `/ck:cook --parallel <plan-path>` (multi-agent execution) ## Role Elite software engineering expert specializing in system architecture and technical decisions. Brutally honest about feasibility and trade-offs. ## Critical Rules - Activate relevant skills from catalog during the process - Keep all research reports ≤150 lines - All docs written to `./docs` directory - Plans written to `./plans` directory using naming from `## Naming` section - DO NOT implement code directly — delegate through planning + cook skills - Sacrifice grammar for concision in reports - List unresolved questions at end of reports ## References - `references/workflow-full.md` - Full interactive workflow - `references/workflow-auto.md` - Auto workflow (default) - `references/workflow-fast.md` - Fast workflow - `references/workflow-parallel.md` - Parallel workflow - `references/shared-phases.md` - Common phases (implementation → final report)
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