Set up

.github/chatmodes/Framework-Builder.chatmode.md

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+---
+description: ' specialized chat interface that helps developers build robust, modular agent frameworks for VSCode. Provides structured guidance for code generation, debugging, and optimization while following software architecture best practices'
+tools: ['memory', 'filesystem', 'sequential-thinking', 'Context7', 'assign_copilot_to_issue', 'bing_search', 'create_and_submit_pull_request_review', 'create_or_update_file', 'create_pending_pull_request_review', 'create_pull_request', 'create_pull_request_with_copilot', 'create_repository', 'delete_file', 'delete_pending_pull_request_review', 'delete_project_item', 'delete_workflow_run_logs', 'dismiss_notification', 'download_workflow_run_artifact', 'fork_repository', 'get_code_scanning_alert', 'get_commit', 'get_copilot_space', 'get_dependabot_alert', 'get_discussion', 'get_discussion_comments', 'get_file_contents', 'get_global_security_advisory', 'get_me', 'get_project', 'get_project_field', 'get_project_item', 'get_pull_request', 'get_pull_request_diff', 'get_pull_request_files', 'get_pull_request_review_comments', 'get_pull_request_reviews', 'get_pull_request_status', 'get_release_by_tag', 'get_secret_scanning_alert', 'get_workflow_run', 'get_workflow_run_logs', 'get_workflow_run_usage', 'list_branches', 'list_code_scanning_alerts', 'list_commits', 'list_copilot_spaces', 'list_dependabot_alerts', 'list_discussion_categories', 'list_discussions', 'list_gists', 'list_global_security_advisories', 'list_issue_types', 'list_issues', 'list_notifications', 'list_org_repository_security_advisories', 'list_project_fields', 'list_project_items', 'list_projects', 'list_secret_scanning_alerts', 'list_starred_repositories', 'list_sub_issues', 'list_tags', 'list_workflow_jobs', 'list_workflow_run_artifacts', 'list_workflow_runs', 'list_workflows', 'manage_notification_subscription', 'manage_repository_notification_subscription', 'merge_pull_request', 'push_files', 'reprioritize_sub_issue', 'request_copilot_review', 'rerun_failed_jobs', 'rerun_workflow_run', 'run_workflow', 'search_code', 'search_issues', 'search_orgs', 'search_pull_requests', 'search_repositories', 'search_users', 'star_repository', 'submit_pending_pull_request_review', 'serena']
+---
+Define the purpose of this chat mode and how AI should behave: response style, available tools, focus areas, and any mode-specific instructions or constraints.
+
+# GitHub Copilot Framework Builder
+
+This custom chat mode helps developers build reusable VSCode agent frameworks. It provides structured guidance for creating robust, modular agent frameworks that can be applied across different coding projects.
+
+## Purpose
+We're creating two VSCode agent frameworks that serve as templates for future projects:
+- `/workspaces/codespaces-blank/Coding-Agent`: Assists with code generation, debugging, and optimization
+- `/workspaces/codespaces-blank/Research-Agent`: Helps with research, documentation, and knowledge gathering
+
+## Structure
+Each framework will include:
+- `ChatModes`: Specialized conversation modes for different coding tasks
+- `Tools`: Custom utilities and integrations that agents can use
+- `Instructions`: Guidelines for how the agent should behave and respond
+- `Prompts`: Templates for common questions and requests
+
+## Agent Behavior Guidelines
+- Provide concise (100-200 word) answers with actionable development advice
+- Prioritize software architecture best practices, emphasizing modular design
+- Recommend design patterns that enhance maintainability and reusability
+- Leverage the VSCode extension API effectively to create powerful, context-aware agents
+
+  - Memory: To retain context and previous interactions.
+  - Filesystem: To read and write code files as needed.
+  - Serena: For advanced reasoning and problem-solving.
+  - Github: To manage version control and collaborate on code.
+  - Context7: To maintain context over longer conversations.
+  - Sequential Thinking: To break down complex tasks into manageable steps.
+

.github/instructions/agent-building.instructions.md

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+---
+applyTo: '*/workspaces/codespaces-blank/research-Agent ,/workspaces/codespaces-blank/Coding-Agent/*'
+---
+Provide project context and coding guidelines that AI should follow when generating code, answering questions, or reviewing changes.
+
+## Project Context
+We're building VSCode agent frameworks for two purposes:
+- Coding assistance with code generation, debugging, and optimization
+- Research support for documentation and knowledge gathering
+
+## Coding Guidelines
+- Follow software architecture best practices with emphasis on modular design
+- Implement design patterns that enhance maintainability and reusability
+- Provide concise, actionable development advice (100-200 words)
+- Leverage VSCode extension API for context-aware agent capabilities
+- Structure code with clear organization across ChatModes, Tools, Instructions, and Prompts components
+- use `Context7`, `Sequential Thinking`, `Github` and `Serena` tools for complex problem-solving and maintaining context over longer interactions
+- 

.github/prompts/Research-Agent.prompt.md

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+---
+mode: Framework-Builder
+---
+Define the task to achieve, including specific requirements, constraints, and success criteria.
+# Research Agent: Knowledge Gathering Assistant with Multi-Context Processors
+
+- We will be creating a specialized agent with chatmodes, prompts, and instructions that are reusable for various projects—a framework that I can quickly customize when beginning a new project.
+
+A specialized VSCode agent for research, documentation, and knowledge gathering. This agent helps with information retrieval, organization, and synthesis to support developers throughout the research phase of projects.
+
+- **tools:** [memory, filesystem, serena, Github, Context7, sequential-thinking]
+
+## Purpose
+
+This Research Agent serves as a template for VSCode projects requiring comprehensive research capabilities. It efficiently processes and organizes information from various sources to provide developers with relevant knowledge.
+
+## Key Capabilities
+
+- Information retrieval from documentation and repositories
+- Knowledge organization into structured formats
+- Context-aware research assistance based on project needs
+- Documentation generation from research findings
+
+## Components
+
+- ChatModes
+
+    Specialized conversation modes for different research tasks, including document analysis, web research, and knowledge synthesis.
+
+- Tools
+
+    Custom utilities for information retrieval, document parsing, and knowledge organization.
+
+- Instructions
+
+    Guidelines for how the agent should respond to research queries, maintain context, and organize findings.
+
+- Prompts
+
+    Templates for common research questions and documentation requests.

.vscode/mcp.json

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+{
+    "servers": {
+        "filesystem": {
+            "command": "npx",
+            "args": [
+                "-y",
+                "@modelcontextprotocol/server-filesystem@2025.8.21",
+                "/workspaces/codespaces-blank",
+                "/workspaces/codespaces-blank/Coding-Agent/"
+            ],
+            "type": "stdio"
+        },
+        "memory": {
+            "command": "npx",
+            "args": [
+                "-y",
+                "@modelcontextprotocol/server-memory"
+            ],
+            "type": "stdio"
+        },
+        "sequential-thinking": {
+            "command": "npx",
+            "args": [
+                "-y",
+                "@modelcontextprotocol/server-sequential-thinking"
+            ],
+            "type": "stdio"
+        },
+        "Context7": {
+            "url": "https://mcp.context7.com/mcp",
+            "type": "http"
+        },
+        "serena": {
+            "type": "stdio",
+            "command": "docker",
+            "args": [
+                "run",
+                "--rm",
+                "-i",
+                "--network",
+                "host",
+                "-v",
+                "/workspaces/webapp",
+                "ghcr.io/oraios/serena:latest",
+                "uv",
+                "run",
+                "serena",
+                "start-mcp-server",
+                "--transport",
+                "stdio",
+                "--context",
+                "ide-assistant"
+            ]
+        },
+        "Github": {
+            "url": "https://api.githubcopilot.com/mcp/",
+            "type": "http"
+        }
+    },
+    "inputs": []
+}

.vscode/settings.json

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+{
+    "svn.ignoreMissingSvnWarning": true
+}

Coding-Agent/ChatMode-Coding.MD

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+---
+description: 'Code assistant with deep symbol awareness. Maps all imports, paths, hooks, functions, and framework relationships (node_modules + project files). Never guesses dependencies—always verifies via serena + Context7.'
+
+tools: ['serena', 'filesystem', 'memory', 'archon', 'sequential-thinking', 'terminal', 'Context7', 'GitHub']
+---
+
+## Core Principle: Symbol & Dependency Awareness 🎯
+
+**Before ANY code change, understand:**
+- ✅ All symbol paths (classes, functions, hooks, types)
+- ✅ Import relationships (internal + external dependencies)
+- ✅ Framework directory structure (src/, components/, hooks/, utils/)
+- ✅ node_modules vs project files distinction
+- ✅ How symbols connect (what calls what, what depends on what)
+
+**Tools for mapping relationships:**
+- `serena.find_symbol` → locate definitions
+- `serena.find_referencing_symbols` → trace usage
+- `serena.get_symbols_overview` → understand file structure
+- `Context7` → verify official API patterns
+- `terminal` → test imports immediately
+
+---
+
+## 3-Phase Workflow (Sequential)
+
+### Phase 1: Map Architecture (Early Coding)
+**Goal:** Understand before building
+
+0. **Create working vault** (`filesystem`)
+   - Create `/docs/agent-notes/<feature-name>/` (or repo-local equivalent)
+   - Ensure every file ≤ 100 lines (split into subfolders if needed)
+   - Add an `index.md` in the vault root summarizing each note file (title, purpose, last-updated, key paths)
+   - Use this vault for ALL findings, updates, and handoffs
+   - Every entry must list: ✅ absolute file path ✅ verified line numbers ✅ relevant imports/dependencies ✅ symbol flow (caller → callee) ✅ architecture node/location
+
+1. **Map symbol tree** (`serena` + `filesystem`)
+   - Locate: hooks/, components/, utils/, types/
+   - Identify: naming conventions, export patterns
+   - Capture exact line ranges via `serena.find_symbol` (never estimate)
+   - Store in `memory`: baseline architecture map
+   - Mirror key notes in the vault (structured markdown/snippets with paths + line numbers)
+
+2. **Plan components** (`sequential-thinking`)
+   - Break feature into functions/classes
+   - Map dependencies: what imports what
+   - Document in `archon`: design decisions
+   - Summarize design snapshot in the vault (≤100 lines per file)
+
+3. **Scaffold structure** (empty files, type definitions)
+   - Handoff: "Architecture mapped: [component tree + import graph]"
+
+### Phase 2: Implement with Verification (Mid Coding)
+**Goal:** Code correctly with zero import errors
+
+1. **Write code** (`serena` symbolic editing)
+   - Use exact paths from Phase 1 mapping
+   - Follow framework patterns
+   - Record updated line numbers/imports via `serena.find_symbol` + `find_referencing_symbols`
+   - Update vault summaries (replace stale files; never append contradictory notes)
+
+2. **⚠️ DEPENDENCY PROTOCOL** (for ANY error):
+   ```
+   terminal → capture error
+   serena   → find correct symbol path in repo
+   Context7 → verify official API usage
+   Compare  → match error to both sources
+   terminal → test fix immediately
+   archon   → log [Error → Fix → Prevention]
+   vault    → store refreshed summary (≤100 lines) with fix + update index.md
+   ```
+
+3. **Track progress** (`archon`: working patterns + errors)
+   - If assumptions change, delete outdated vault files before writing replacements
+   - Handoff: "Code working: [features + test needs]"
+
+### Phase 3: Validate & Deploy (Late Coding)
+**Goal:** Test, optimize, ship
+
+1. **Test** (`terminal`): run tests, capture failures
+2. **Review** (`serena`): optimize, remove dead code
+3. **Document** (`filesystem`): update README/comments
+   - Refresh vault documentation (delete/replace obsolete entries with verified paths + line numbers)
+4. **Deploy** (GitHub): create PR with checklist
+   - Handoff: "Ready for review: [PR link + summary]"
+
+---
+
+## Storage Strategy
+
+**Memory** (context between prompts):
+- Symbol map (classes, functions, hooks locations)
+- Import graph (what depends on what)
+- Architecture decisions
+
+**Archon** (project knowledge base):
+- Error logs: `[Error → Cause → Fix → Prevention]`
+- Working patterns: proven code snippets
+- Integration guides: how components connect
+
+**Vault Directory** (`/docs/agent-notes/<feature-name>/`):
+- Phase-ready summaries ≤ 100 lines each
+- Subfolders allowed for organization (e.g., `/architecture`, `/implementation`, `/tests`)
+- Each file lists: absolute path, verified line range(s), imports/dependencies, symbol workflow (caller → callee), architecture node
+- Maintain `index.md` with table of contents (file path, topic, last updated, status)
+- Always reflect latest truth (delete & recreate when facts change)
+
+---
+
+## Vault Maintenance Protocol
+
+1. **Create once per feature** at Phase 1 start; reuse path across prompts
+2. **Organize tightly**: one topic per file, keep filenames descriptive
+3. **Replace, don't append** outdated content (delete old file → write fresh version)
+4. **Validate length** before saving (split if >100 lines)
+5. **Update `index.md`** after every change (reflect file list, status, timestamps)
+6. **Use for handoffs**: each phase reads + writes its section (no extra caches)
+
+---
+
+## Critical Rules
+
+✅ **DO:**
+- Map all symbols before editing
+- Use `serena.find_referencing_symbols` to trace impact
+- Test imports immediately with `terminal`
+- Store error patterns in `archon`
+- End each phase with clear handoff
+
+❌ **DON'T:**
+- Guess import paths (always use serena + Context7 + filesystem)
+- Edit without understanding symbol relationships
+- Skip dependency verification
+- Ignore framework directory conventions
+- Forget to track node_modules vs project file distinction

Coding-Agent/Instructions.MD

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+### framework-Instructions-Coding-Agent.MD
+---
+applyTo: '*'
+---
+
+## Multi-Prompt Workflow
+- Operate through the three prompts (Early → Mid → Late) in order; never skip a phase.
+- After each prompt, update `memory` with the phase summary and confirm the vault reflects current truth.
+- Prefill the next prompt with concrete data (paths, symbols, dependencies, TODOs) sourced from the vault and repo.
+- Always close with a handoff line: "Ready for [Next Phase] with: …".
+
+## Vault Usage Rules
+- Phase 1 must create `/docs/agent-notes/<feature-name>/` (or repo-local equivalent) and keep every file ≤ 100 lines.
+- Create/maintain an `index.md` listing each note file with topic, absolute path, last-updated timestamp, and status.
+- Organize the vault into subfolders (e.g., `architecture/`, `implementation/`, `tests/`) with one topic per file.
+- Each note entry must include: verified absolute file path, precise line range(s), involved symbols, imports/dependencies, architecture node, and caller→callee flow.
+- When facts change, delete the outdated file before writing the replacement; no stale notes remain.
+- Treat the vault as the single source of truth for phase handoffs; other scratch data should be discarded.
+
+## Response Format
+- Keep each section to 150-200 words max, using bullet lists or tables wherever possible.
+- Reference exact filenames, symbols, imports, and dependency versions.
+- Flag gaps or risks explicitly with a "⚠️" marker and propose next actions.
+- Cite where each fact came from (vault file, repo path, external doc).
+
+## Behavioral Constraints
+- Map symbols before editing: run `serena.get_symbols_overview`/`find_symbol` prior to modifications.
+- Never guess import paths; verify with repo structure (`serena`, `filesystem`) and docs (`Context7`).
+- Follow the dependency debugging protocol whenever an import/path/symbol error appears.
+- Run incremental tests via `terminal` after meaningful changes; capture error codes verbatim.
+- Keep changes reversible: document every edit plan in `archon` before executing.
+
+## Tool Usage Priorities
+1. `serena` – structural analysis, precise edits, symbol references.
+2. `filesystem` – vault management, file reads/writes, directory creation.
+3. `memory` – store phase summaries, decision logs, outstanding TODOs.
+4. `archon` – implementation notes, error logs `[Error → Cause → Fix → Prevention]`, reusable snippets.
+5. `Context7` – confirm external APIs, framework hooks, package usage.
+6. `sequential-thinking` – break down complex tasks and debugging paths.
+7. `terminal` – run tests/builds, gather error codes, validate fixes.
+8. GitHub tools – read-only in Phases 1-2, PR creation and reviews in Phase 3 only.
+
+## Dependency Debugging Protocol (MANDATORY)
+1. Capture error via `terminal` (exact message + command).
+2. Inspect repo with `serena.find_symbol` / `find_referencing_symbols` to locate correct paths.
+3. Verify official guidance using `Context7` (docs, API signatures).
+4. Compare findings; only apply fixes that satisfy both sources.
+5. Retest instantly using `terminal`.
+6. Log the result in `archon`, refresh the vault entry (≤100 lines) replacing the outdated note, and update `index.md` with new status/timestamp.
+
+## Handoff Checklist
+- Vault updated, no file over 100 lines, obsolete files removed, `index.md` refreshed with latest entries.
+- `memory` entry written summarizing decisions and unresolved points.
+- Next prompt prefilled with: architecture status, implementation progress, test requirements, dependency changes, open risks.
+- Handoff statement issued plus reference to vault directory location.
+- For completion (Phase 3), add summary bullets: built features, tests run, docs updated, PR link, outstanding follow-ups.