Feature Request: Add Command to Create Default Dalec Template #40
Description
Feature Request: Add Command to Create Default Dalec Template
It would be very helpful to have a built-in VS Code command that generates a default Dalec template directly within a workspace. This would streamline onboarding for users looking to quickly start Dalec projects without manually creating or copying starter files.
This actually came out of discussion with few extended team members who are using this tool. What do you think @cpuguy83
For example:
Command Palette → “Dalec: Create Default Template”
Proposed Behavior:
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Prompts the user for a project name
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Creates a minimal Dalec project structure in the selected folder
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Populates the core default template files:
dalec.yaml- Any suggested folder structure and sample logic
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Optional flags (future enhancement):
- Choose between simple vs advanced template
- Add sample story/intent
- Initialize Git
Benefits:
- Improves first-time user experience
- Reduces manual setup errors
- Encourages consistent Dalec project structure
- Faster ramp-up during workshops, tutorials, and internal usage
Example Interaction:
- User opens a workspace folder
- Invokes
Dalec: Create Default Templatefrom the Command Palette - Enters project name and confirms
- Template files are generated with baseline content