gsd

Coordinate spec-driven development workflows for Hermes agents across planning, execution, verification, and documentation phases.

Updated Apr 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/giovannimnz/gsd-caveman-hermes --skill gsd-giovannimnz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gsd
Source: https://github.com/giovannimnz/gsd-caveman-hermes/tree/main/skills/gsd
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/giovannimnz/gsd-caveman-hermes --skill gsd-giovannimnz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The GSD Hermes skill coordinates spec-driven development workflows for Hermes agents, enabling structured planning, execution, verification, and documentation of complex projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Spec-driven phases (Plan → Build → Verify → Document) to coordinate work across a project
  • Caveman-inspired compressed communication to reduce token usage without sacrificing technical precision
  • A set of GSD commands to initialize, plan, execute, debug, and review multi-phase initiatives

Quick Start

Start a new project with /gsd-new-project, then plan phase 1 with /gsd-plan-phase 1 and execute phase 1 with /gsd-execute-phase 1.

Frequently Asked Questions about gsd

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I coordinate spec-driven development workflows across multiple project phases?

Spec-driven development workflows are coordinated through phase-based commands for planning, execution, verification, and documentation. You initialize a project, then sequentially apply plan, execute, verify, and document commands to enforce structured, deterministic agent interactions with clear guardrails.

What is the best way to plan and execute multi-phase projects using Hermes agents?

Multi-phase projects using Hermes agents are managed by applying phase-based commands sequentially. You start a project with an initialization command, then use specific plan and execute commands for each numbered phase to orchestrate agent workflows deterministically.

Can I use compressed communication to reduce token usage without losing technical precision in project planning?

Yes, compressed communication inspired by caveman syntax reduces token usage during project planning and execution without sacrificing technical precision. This approach is integrated directly into the agent interactions to maintain deterministic outputs.

Does spec-driven development require a specific entry point format for Hermes agents?

Spec-driven development for Hermes agents enforces a YAML frontmatter entry point for deterministic interactions. This defined structure ensures clear guardrails and consistent command processing across the planning, execution, and verification phases.

How do I start a multi-phase project and run the first execution phase?

To start a multi-phase project, you run the new project initialization command. After initialization, you plan the first phase using a specific phase-planning command, then trigger the execution command for that phase number to begin agent orchestration.

What are the limitations of using phase-based commands for project orchestration?

Phase-based command orchestration relies on deterministic interactions and strict guardrails, meaning workflows must follow the defined plan, execute, verify, and document sequence. Deviating from this structured spec-driven process may break the deterministic agent coordination.