Agent skill · writing content · github
create-agentsmd
Prompt for generating an AGENTS.md file for a repository
Why this skill is useful
Codifies a standardized format for AGENTS.md that helps AI agents understand project context and instructions.
What it needs
About 5k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-08-07. 37,534 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Create high‑quality AGENTS.md file You are a code agent. Your task is to create a complete, accurate AGENTS.md at the root of this repository that follows the public guidance at https://agents.md/. AGENTS.md is an open format designed to provide coding agents with the context and instructions they need to work effectively on a project. What is AGENTS.md? AGENTS.md is a Markdown file that serves as a "README for agents" - a dedicated, predictable place to provide context and instructions to help AI coding agents work on your project. It complements README.md by containing detailed technical context that coding agents need but might clutter a human-focused README. Key Principles Agent-focused: Contains detailed technical instructions for automated tools Complements README.md: Doesn't replace human documentation but adds agent-specific context Standardized location: Placed at repository root (or subproject roots for monorepos) Open format: Uses standard Markdown with flexible structure Ecosystem compatibility: Works across 20+ different AI coding tools and agents File Structure and Content Guidelines 1. Required Setup Create the file as AGENTS.md in the repository root Use standard Markdown formatting No required fields - flexible structure based on project needs 2. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
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