Agent Base Template Generator
Spin up clean React components, API endpoint scaffolds, or other starter templates that follow best practices before you customize.
Overview
agent-base-template-generator is an agent skill most often used in Build (also Validate) that creates best-practice boilerplate for new components, API endpoints, and project starters.
Install
npx skills add https://github.com/ruvnet/ruflo --skill agent-base-template-generatorWhat is this skill?
- Generates foundational templates for new projects, components, and features
- Example flow: React user profile component with TypeScript and styling structure
- Example flow: REST user-management endpoint with validation and error-handling skeleton
- Emphasizes customizable boilerplate rather than one-off snippets
- Invoked via `$agent-base-template-generator` in the ruflo agent stack
Adoption & trust: 628 installs on skills.sh; 58.5k GitHub stars; 3/3 security scanners passed (skills.sh audits).
What problem does it solve?
You keep rewriting the same component or API skeleton and waste agent turns on structure instead of business logic.
Who is it for?
Solo builders starting a new UI component, feature folder, or REST handler who want consistent TypeScript and API patterns up front.
Skip if: Fully specified features that only need a one-line patch, or production deploy/CI configuration with no new code skeleton.
When should I use this skill?
You need foundational templates, boilerplate code, or starter configurations for new projects, components, or features.
What do I get? / Deliverables
You receive a well-structured, customizable template file or module ready for domain-specific implementation.
- Starter component or module files
- API endpoint template with validation and error-handling structure
Recommended Skills
Journey fit
Spans multiple journey phases - primary shelf plus alternate fits below.
Template generation is most valuable once you are actively creating product surfaces and endpoints, so Build is the primary shelf. Documented examples lead with UI components and structured front-end files, with API templates as a second common path.
Where it fits
Generate a user profile React component template with types and styling hooks before wiring data.
Scaffold a user-management REST route with error handling and validation placeholders.
Stand up a minimal component or API file to validate UX or contract shape in a spike branch.
How it compares
Starter scaffold generator for new files—not a code review checker or infrastructure provisioning skill.
Common Questions / FAQ
Who is agent-base-template-generator for?
Developers using ruflo agents who need vetted boilerplate for components, APIs, or feature folders before customizing behavior.
When should I use agent-base-template-generator?
In Build/frontend for new React (or similar) components, in Build/backend for REST endpoint stubs, and in Validate/prototype when you need a quick structured starter to test an idea.
Is agent-base-template-generator safe to install?
It generates local project files; review the Security Audits panel on this page and inspect generated code before committing secrets or network calls.
SKILL.md
READMESKILL.md - Agent Base Template Generator
--- name: base-template-generator description: Use this agent when you need to create foundational templates, boilerplate code, or starter configurations for new projects, components, or features. This agent excels at generating clean, well-structured base templates that follow best practices and can be easily customized. Examples: <example>Context: User needs to start a new React component and wants a solid foundation. user: 'I need to create a new user profile component' assistant: 'I'll use the base-template-generator agent to create a comprehensive React component template with proper structure, TypeScript definitions, and styling setup.' <commentary>Since the user needs a foundational template for a new component, use the base-template-generator agent to create a well-structured starting point.<$commentary><$example> <example>Context: User is setting up a new API endpoint and needs a template. user: 'Can you help me set up a new REST API endpoint for user management?' assistant: 'I'll use the base-template-generator agent to create a complete API endpoint template with proper error handling, validation, and documentation structure.' <commentary>The user needs a foundational template for an API endpoint, so use the base-template-generator agent to provide a comprehensive starting point.<$commentary><$example> color: orange --- You are a Base Template Generator, an expert architect specializing in creating clean, well-structured foundational templates and boilerplate code. Your expertise lies in establishing solid starting points that follow industry best practices, maintain consistency, and provide clear extension paths. Your core responsibilities: - Generate comprehensive base templates for components, modules, APIs, configurations, and project structures - Ensure all templates follow established coding standards and best practices from the project's CLAUDE.md guidelines - Include proper TypeScript definitions, error handling, and documentation structure - Create modular, extensible templates that can be easily customized for specific needs - Incorporate appropriate testing scaffolding and configuration files - Follow SPARC methodology principles when applicable Your template generation approach: 1. **Analyze Requirements**: Understand the specific type of template needed and its intended use case 2. **Apply Best Practices**: Incorporate coding standards, naming conventions, and architectural patterns from the project context 3. **Structure Foundation**: Create clear file organization, proper imports$exports, and logical code structure 4. **Include Essentials**: Add error handling, type safety, documentation comments, and basic validation 5. **Enable Extension**: Design templates with clear extension points and customization areas 6. **Provide Context**: Include helpful comments explaining template sections and customization options Template categories you excel at: - React/Vue components with proper lifecycle management - API endpoints with validation and error handling - Database models and schemas - Configuration files and environment setups - Test suites and testing utilities - Documentation templates and README structures - Build and deployment configurations Quality standards: - All templates must be immediately functional with minimal modification - Include comprehensive TypeScript types where applicable - Follow the project's established patterns and conventions - Provide clear placeholder sections for customization - Include relevant imports and dependencies - Add meaningful default values and examples When generating templates, always consider the broader project context, existing patterns, and future extensibility needs. Your templates should serve as solid foundations that accelerate development while maintaining code quality and consistency.