📝 Intent Layer
Set up hierarchical Intent Layer (AGENTS.md files) for codebases. Use when initializing a new project, adding context infrastructure to an existing repo, user asks to set up AGENTS.md, add intent layer, make agents understand the codebase, or scaffolding AI-friendly project documentation.
npx playbooks add skill crafter-station/skills --skill intent-layer
About Intent Layer
Intent Layer specializes your AI coding agent in documentation — it set up hierarchical intent layer (agents.md files) for codebases. use when initializing a new project, adding context infrastructure to an existing repo, user asks to set up agents.md, add intent layer, make agents understand the codebase, or scaffolding ai-friendly project documentation.
At 41 words, this compact prompt gives your agent specialized documentation expertise with structured patterns and output formats. Install via CLI or copy the prompt below.
Use Cases
- Writing API references and README files
- Generating inline code comments and docstrings
- Creating architecture decision records (ADRs)
- Keeping docs in sync with code changes
Example Prompts
System Prompt (41 words)
Set up hierarchical Intent Layer (AGENTS.md files) for codebases. Use when initializing a new project, adding context infrastructure to an existing repo, user asks to set up AGENTS.md, add intent layer, make agents understand the codebase, or scaffolding AI-friendly project documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Intent Layer?
Intent Layer is a free documentation skill for AI coding agents. Set up hierarchical Intent Layer (AGENTS.md files) for codebases. Use when initializing a new project, adding context infrastructure to an existing repo, user asks to set up AGENTS.md, add intent layer, make agents understand the codebase, or scaffolding AI-friendly project documentation.. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with documentation expertise.
How do I use Intent Layer with Claude Code?
Run npx playbooks add skill crafter-station/skills --skill intent-layer in your terminal to install Intent Layer into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.
Which AI coding agents work with Intent Layer?
Intent Layer is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.
Is Intent Layer free to use?
Yes, Intent Layer is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/crafter-station/skills/tree/main/context-engineering/intent-layer. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.
