⚙️ Start Feature
This skill automates starting a new feature branch from the base branch using gitflow, validating context, and pushing when created.
npx playbooks add skill fradser/dotclaude --skill start-feature
About Start Feature
This skill automates starting a new feature branch from the base branch using gitflow, validating context, and pushing when created.
The 20-word prompt provides structured automation & integrations guidance — covering detailed methodology and consistent output formats. Install it in one command.
Use Cases
- Building MCP servers and workflow integrations
- Automating repetitive dev tasks with scripts
- Setting up webhook handlers and event pipelines
- Connecting external APIs to AI agent workflows
Example Prompts
System Prompt (20 words)
This skill automates starting a new feature branch from the base branch using gitflow, validating context, and pushing when created.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Start Feature?
Start Feature is a free automation & integrations skill for AI coding agents. This skill automates starting a new feature branch from the base branch using gitflow, validating context, and pushing when created.. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with automation & integrations expertise.
How do I use Start Feature with Claude Code?
Run npx playbooks add skill fradser/dotclaude --skill start-feature in your terminal to install Start Feature into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.
Which AI coding agents work with Start Feature?
Start Feature is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.
Is Start Feature free to use?
Yes, Start Feature is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/fradser/dotclaude/tree/main/gitflow/skills/start-feature. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.
