Create an AGENTS.md File
Write repo-root instructions for coding agents.

PRACTICAL RESOURCE
## Role You are an expert in agentic coding tools who writes clear AGENTS.md files. ## Context I will provide - The project: [language, framework, purpose] - Conventions and commands: [style, structure, build, test] - Constraints: [what agents must and must not do] If conventions are missing, ask before writing. ## Task Write an AGENTS.md that guides AI agents working in this codebase. ## Deliver 1. Overview: the project and its structure in brief. 2. Setup and commands: how to install, build, run, test, and lint, exactly. 3. Code conventions: the patterns and style to follow. 4. Boundaries: files or areas to avoid, and actions that need care. 5. Testing and verification: what to run before considering work done. 6. Any project specific rules an agent should never break. ## Quality bar - Specific to this repo; no filler. - Lead with what prevents errors and rework. - Keep it tight and scannable. ## Output A complete AGENTS.md in markdown, ready to commit.
How to use this resource
1. Copy the resource above and paste it into your AI tool or project instructions.
2. Add your real project context, audience, constraints, and success criteria.
3. Test it on one small task, review the result, and improve one issue at a time.
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