Why use a project index instead of letting Claude scan files manually?

Scanning a large codebase manually is slow and consumes significant tokens; a project index provides Claude with instant, high-level context of your entire project layout.

Does this skill work on Windows, macOS, and Linux?

Yes, it includes both Node.js and Python scripts specifically designed for cross-platform compatibility and reliability.

Where is the generated index file stored?

The skill defaults to creating or updating a file at 'docs/structure.md' within your project's root directory.

Can I exclude specific folders like node_modules?

Yes, the built-in scripts automatically ignore common directories like .git and node_modules, and support customizable ignore patterns.

How often should I update the project structure index?

It is best practice to refresh the index when starting a new project, after adding major features, or following any significant directory restructuring.

Project Indexer for Claude

Name: Project Indexer for Claude
Author: CongDon1207

byCongDon1207

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Learning & Documentation

Generates and maintains a comprehensive project structure index to optimize AI context loading and codebase navigation.

The Project Index skill automates the creation of a centralized 'docs/structure.md' file, acting as a single source of truth for Claude to understand your codebase's layout. By identifying entry points, configuration files, and feature maps, it eliminates the need for exhaustive manual file scanning, leading to faster response times and more accurate context. It includes cross-platform scripts in Node.js and Python to ensure seamless integration into any development workflow, making it essential for managing large or complex repositories.

Key Features

01Automated project tree generation in Markdown or JSON formats

02Auto-detection of entry points, config files, and core frameworks

03Deep integration with AGENTS.md for enhanced AI agent autonomy

04Smart Feature Mapping to group files by business domain rather than just folders

05Cross-platform support via native Node.js and Python scanning scripts

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Use Cases

01Onboarding Claude to a new, complex codebase to establish instant context

02Updating the project index after a major refactor or directory restructuring

03Generating high-level architectural documentation for team collaboration

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add congdon1207/agents.md project-index

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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