Cortex TMS - AI-Optimized Project Scaffolding

What is Cortex TMS?

Cortex TMS is a CLI tool for scaffolding AI-optimized project documentation. It creates the perfect environment for AI coding agents like Claude Code and GitHub Copilot to understand your codebase, maintain consistency, and prevent documentation drift.

Key Features

• Zero-Drift Governance: Automated validation ensures your documentation always matches reality. No more outdated ADRs or forgotten task lists.
• LLM-Optimized Structure: Documentation organized exactly how AI agents expect it—parseable, hierarchical, and semantic.
• Instant Setup: One command to scaffold your entire project structure with best practices baked in.
• Open Source & Extensible: MIT licensed with template system for custom workflows and project types.

Quick Installation

# Install globally
npm install -g cortex-tms@2.6.0

# Or use with npx (no installation required)
npx cortex-tms@2.6.0 init

Key Features

• Claude Code Integration: Built-in CLAUDE.md instructions that Claude Code reads automatically
• Task Management: NEXT-TASKS.md for tracking current objectives with AI agents
• Architecture Decisions: ADR templates for documenting “why” decisions were made
• Pattern Library: PATTERNS.md for codifying conventions that AI can follow
• Automated Validation: CLI commands to verify documentation health

Who Is This For?

• Solo developers using AI coding assistants
• Teams collaborating with LLM-augmented workflows
• Open source maintainers onboarding AI-powered contributors
• Educators teaching AI-assisted development practices

Ready to Start?

Jump into the Introduction to learn core concepts, or skip straight to the Quick Start for a 5-minute tutorial.