• clone this
• write pkg.yaml according to the requirements of the package you wish to create
• run ride.py. This runs catkin_create_pkg to create the package and generates boilerplate code for all your nodes
• edit node scripts, mainly subscriber callbacks and spin(), as per your requirements
• that's it!

Video tutorial: https://youtu.be/9ne4PBRDXjs

I've tried to keep the param names self explanatory. Also, you may take a look at sample.yaml.

• I wish to create rqt_graph like GUI to intuitively create your node graph and generate pkg and boilerplate code.

  If you or someone you know is experienced or interested in working on this, please contact me!

• Add functionality for ROS services

  This is 3AM code. If you have issues, queries, suggestions, let me know :)