Can I use these instructions with other AI tools like Cursor?

Yes, one of the primary benefits of this setup is that it provides standardized documentation that other AI coding assistants can read and follow.

What files does this skill add to my project?

It typically adds the flowctl binary to a .flow folder and generates CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md files to provide instructions for AI agents.

Is the Flow-Next Setup required for the plugin to work?

No, this setup is entirely optional. The standard Flow-Next plugin functions within Claude Code without any local installation or CLI setup.

How do I access the flowctl CLI after installation?

Once installed, you can add the .flow/bin directory to your system's PATH to execute flowctl commands from any terminal window.

Is it safe to run the setup multiple times?

Yes, the setup process is idempotent. It will detect your existing configuration and offer to update it rather than overwriting your custom changes.

Flow-Next Setup

Name: Flow-Next Setup
Author: gmickel

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Productivity & Workflow

Installs the flowctl CLI and standardized project documentation to enable plan-first AI coding workflows across multiple tools.

About

Flow-Next Setup is an optional utility designed to bridge the gap between Claude Code and your local development environment. It automates the installation of the flowctl command-line interface and generates essential documentation files like CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md, which allow other AI agents—such as Cursor, Codex, or Windsurf—to follow the same plan-first workflow patterns. By standardizing instructions and providing a portable CLI, this skill ensures that your AI-driven development process remains consistent and reliable, whether you are using Claude Code plugins or standalone terminal tools.

Key Features

Idempotent installation that safely detects and updates existing files
Generates AGENTS.md and CLAUDE.md for cross-tool AI alignment
356 GitHub stars
Automated local installation of the flowctl CLI utility
Copies portable scripts for environment-agnostic setup
Enables plan-first workflow instructions for external AI agents

Use Cases

Enabling Flow-Next workflow capabilities in non-Claude AI editors like Cursor
Standardizing AI coding instructions across a distributed development team
Accessing workflow management commands directly from the system terminal

About

Key Features

Idempotent installation that safely detects and updates existing files
Generates AGENTS.md and CLAUDE.md for cross-tool AI alignment
356 GitHub stars
Automated local installation of the flowctl CLI utility
Copies portable scripts for environment-agnostic setup
Enables plan-first workflow instructions for external AI agents

Use Cases

Enabling Flow-Next workflow capabilities in non-Claude AI editors like Cursor
Standardizing AI coding instructions across a distributed development team
Accessing workflow management commands directly from the system terminal