template-instantiation
Template Instantiation
This skill creates .NET projects from templates using dotnet new CLI commands, with guidance for parameter validation, Central Package Management adaptation, and multi-project composition.
When to Use
- User asks to create a new .NET project, app, or service
- User needs a solution with multiple projects (API + tests + library)
- User wants to create a project that respects existing
Directory.Packages.props - User needs to install or manage template packages
When Not to Use
- User is searching for or comparing templates — route to
template-discoveryskill - User wants to author a custom template — route to
template-authoringskill - User wants to add packages to an existing project — use
dotnet add packagedirectly
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