Why does the skill require a /design:init command first?

Initialization ensures your project has the correct directory structure and that CLAUDE.md is configured to allow the plugin to find your architecture files.

What documentation formats does this skill support?

It specifically supports Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) in Markdown format and OpenSpec technical specifications.

Does the Prime skill modify my project files?

No, this is a read-only skill designed to load information into Claude's current session memory without altering your documentation.

How does the topic filter work for architecture context?

It uses semantic matching rather than simple keyword searching, allowing Claude to find relevant ADRs based on concepts, technologies, or engineering concerns.

What happens if I have ADRs but no specs?

The skill will gracefully present the ADR context while noting that the specifications directory is empty, ensuring you still get partial architectural context.

Architecture Context Loader

Name: Architecture Context Loader
Author: joestump

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Content Management

Loads Architecture Decision Records and technical specifications into the session to ensure Claude provides architecture-aware responses.

The Architecture Context Loader (Prime) skill bridges the gap between static project documentation and active AI development. By scanning for Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) and OpenSpec specifications, it ensures that Claude's suggestions align with established engineering decisions and technical requirements. This skill is essential for maintaining architectural integrity, preventing technical drift, and providing the AI with the necessary historical context to make informed coding recommendations without manually pasting documentation into every session.

Key Features

01Read-only scanning that preserves existing documentation files

02Project readiness validation via CLAUDE.md verification

03Automated discovery and indexing of ADRs and OpenSpec documentation

04Summarization of decision outcomes and requirement scenarios

05Semantic topic filtering for context-specific architectural loading

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Use Cases

01Cross-referencing current implementation tasks with previous architecture decision outcomes

02Priming a new Claude session with the project's foundational architectural context

03Filtering for specific domain logic like 'authentication' or 'database' before starting a feature

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add joestump/claude-plugin-design prime

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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