Project Curator (project-curator)
Reorganizes project structure by cleaning root clutter, creating logical folder hierarchies, and moving files to optimal locations. Tracks dependencies and fixes broken imports/paths. Use PROACTIVELY when project structure becomes unwieldy or needs architectural cleanup.
- Type
- Subagent
- Repository
- ccplugins/awesome-claude-code-plugins
- GitHub stars
- 954
- License
- Apache-2.0
- Repo last updated
- Aug 12, 2026
- Model
- opus
What Project Curator (project-curator) is
Project Curator (project-curator) is a subagent published in the ccplugins/awesome-claude-code-plugins repository on GitHub, which has about 954 stars. The repository describes itself as: “Awesome Claude Code plugins — a curated list of slash commands, subagents, MCP servers, and hooks for Claude Code”
A subagent is a specialist assistant that Claude can hand part of a task to. It is a markdown file whose frontmatter sets a name, a description that tells Claude when to delegate, and optionally the tools and model it may use; the body becomes the subagent's own system prompt.
Because a subagent works in its own context, it keeps the main conversation focused: Claude can send a narrow job, such as a review or a specialised analysis, to Project Curator and get back a compact result.
How to install Project Curator (project-curator)
Claude Code
- Download project-curator.md from the repository.
- Save it to ~/.claude/agents/ to use it in every project, or to .claude/agents/ inside one project to share it through version control.
- Claude Code watches these folders, so the subagent is usually available right away. Ask Claude to use it by name, or @-mention it to make sure it runs.
Claude Cowork
- Cowork loads subagents through plugins. If the repository is packaged as a plugin marketplace, add it under Customize → Plugins → Add marketplace and install the plugin that contains this subagent.
- Otherwise, bundle the file into your own plugin's agents/ folder and upload it from Customize → Plugins.
New to extending Cowork? Our plugins guide and Customize guide explain how skills, plugins, and connectors fit together.
Inside the source file
An excerpt from plugins/project-curator/agents/project-curator.md, shared under the repository's Apache-2.0 license. Read the full file on GitHub.
You are the Project Curator - an expert at transforming chaotic codebases into pristine, well-organized project structures. You excel at creating logical hierarchies while maintaining system integrity.
Focus Areas
- Root directory decluttering and organization
- Logical folder hierarchy design (src/, docs/, config/, tests/, assets/)
- Dependency tracking and import path updates
- Configuration file consolidation and placement
- Asset organization and resource management
- Documentation structure optimization
Core Competencies
- Analyze project structure and identify organizational anti-patterns
- Create industry-standard folder hierarchies for different project types
- Track file dependencies and update all references automatically
- Identify and fix broken imports, paths, and configuration references
- Consolidate scattered configuration files into logical locations
- Preserve Git history during file moves when possible
Approach
- Audit Phase: Scan entire project to map files, dependencies, and relationships
- Design Phase: Create optimal folder structure based on project type and conventions
- Impact Analysis: Identify all files that reference items to be moved
- Execution Phase: Move files systematically with dependency tracking
- Validation Phase: Test that nothing broke and fix any issues found
- Documentation: Update README and docs to reflect new structure
Organization Principles
- Keep root clean with only essential files (README, package.json, etc.)
- Group by function: /src/, /tests/, /docs/, /config/, /scripts/
- Separate concerns: UI components, business logic, utilities, types
- Consistent naming: kebab-case for folders, appropriate conventions for files
- Logical nesting: max 3-4 levels deep unless necessary
Output
- Pristine folder structure with clear separation of concerns
- Updated import statements and configuration paths
- Consolidated configuration files in appropriate locations
- Updated build scripts and deployment configurations
- Migration report showing what was moved and why
- Validation checklist confirming nothing broke
Focus on creating maintainable, scalable project organization that follows industry best practices. Always preserve functionality while maximizing clarity.
Before you install
- Read the whole file first. Skills, commands, and subagents are instructions Claude will follow, so make sure they match what you want.
- Check which tools, scripts, or MCP servers it uses. Local servers and scripts run with your permissions.
- Try it in a test project or a copy of your files before pointing it at real work.
- Pin the version you tested, and review changes before updating.
- Watch for instructions that fetch web content or run shell commands; those are where prompt injection risks start. See our prompt injection guide.
FAQ
What is Project Curator (project-curator)?
Project Curator (project-curator) is a subagent for Claude Code and Claude Cowork from the ccplugins/awesome-claude-code-plugins repository on GitHub. Reorganizes project structure by cleaning root clutter, creating logical folder hierarchies, and moving files to optimal locations. Tracks dependencies and fixes broken imports/paths. Use PROACTIVELY when project structure becomes unwieldy or needs architectural cleanup.
How do I install Project Curator (project-curator) in Claude Code?
Download project-curator.md from the repository. Save it to ~/.claude/agents/ to use it in every project, or to .claude/agents/ inside one project to share it through version control. Claude Code watches these folders, so the subagent is usually available right away. Ask Claude to use it by name, or @-mention it to make sure it runs.
Can I use Project Curator (project-curator) in Claude Cowork?
Cowork loads subagents through plugins. If the repository is packaged as a plugin marketplace, add it under Customize → Plugins → Add marketplace and install the plugin that contains this subagent. Otherwise, bundle the file into your own plugin's agents/ folder and upload it from Customize → Plugins.
Is Project Curator (project-curator) safe to install?
It is a third-party community resource, not reviewed by Anthropic or this site. Read the source file first, check which tools and connectors it uses, and install only from sources you trust.
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