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first-ask

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from github/awesome-copilot

What it does

Interactive task refinement workflow that asks clarifying questions about scope, deliverables, and constraints before executing, using the Joyride extension for human input.

Overview

First Ask is a GitHub Copilot skill that implements an interactive task refinement workflow before carrying out any work. Using input tools, it interrogates the user about scope, deliverables, and constraints to ensure complete understanding of the task before beginning implementation. It requires the Joyride VS Code extension for interactive input capabilities.

Key Features

Interactive refinement: Uses input tools to ask clarifying questions about the task before starting work
Scope definition: Interrogates project scope, expected deliverables, and constraints to prevent misunderstandings
Pre-work validation: Ensures complete task understanding before any code is written or changes are made
Joyride integration: Leverages the Joyride VS Code extension for interactive, input-powered workflows

Who is this for?

This skill is designed for developers who want Copilot to ask clarifying questions before jumping into implementation. It is ideal for teams working on complex or ambiguous tasks where upfront requirements gathering helps prevent rework and ensures the correct solution is built.

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Same repository

github/awesome-copilot(315 items)

first-ask

Installation

Vibe Index InstallInstalls to .claude/skills/ - auto-recognized by Claude Code

npx vibeindex add github/awesome-copilot --skill first-ask

skills.sh Install⚠ Installs to .agents/skills/ - may not be auto-recognized by Claude Code

npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill first-ask

Manual InstallCopy SKILL.md content and save to the path below

~/.claude/skills/first-ask/SKILL.md

SKILL.md

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AddedFeb 25, 2026

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