Context
Now the learner moves from conversation into a workspace. Codex can inspect files, produce reports, and create artifacts in folders.
Do This Now
- Download and unzip the starter workspace from the course.
- Open Codex and point it at the starter workspace folder.
- Ask Codex to inspect the sample listings and explain the folder structure.
- Save the summary Codex produces in your notes.
Where to paste this:
Paste this into Codex after opening the starter workspace folder.
Paste this into Codex after opening the starter workspace folder.
Prompt To Use
Inspect this real-estate starter workspace before making changes.
Please:
1. List the folders and what each one is for.
2. Read AGENTS.md and summarize the working rules.
3. Inspect inputs/sample-listings-10.csv and examples/good-listing.md.
4. Tell me what task this workspace is designed to practice.
5. Do not edit files yet.
Return a short beginner-friendly summary and a suggested next task.What You Should See
Expected result
Codex should mention inputs, examples, rubrics, skills, and reports. It should not edit files yet. It should suggest improving or auditing listings as the next task.
If It Goes Wrong
- If Codex says it cannot see files, check that you opened the correct starter-workspace folder.
- If it starts editing immediately, stop it and rerun the prompt with 'inspect only'.
- If it ignores AGENTS.md, ask: 'Which instruction files did you load?'
Make It Yours
After the sample run works, replace the sample inputs with a copy of your own listing data. Never start with private client data until the process is clear.
Practical Output
A working Codex project folder and a first file-inspection summary.
Your Working Notes
What I tried
What I need to change
Codex Task Card
| Files to inspect | AGENTS.md, inputs/sample-listings-10.csv, examples/good-listing.md. |
|---|---|
| Expected files created | No files in this mission. Inspection only. |
| Verification checklist | Codex names the folder structure and working rules accurately. |
| Follow-up if weak | Now create reports/first-workspace-inspection.md with the folder summary and recommended next task. |