intent-build-now

Validate INTENT.md and plan.md, then delegate to TaskSwarm or run TDD phases.

15|5|Updated Jan 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ArcBlock/idd --skill intent-build-now
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Skill: intent-build-now
Source: https://github.com/ArcBlock/idd/tree/main/skills/intent-build-now
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ArcBlock/idd --skill intent-build-now

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates starting implementation from an Intent by validating completeness and selecting an execution path.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Validate Intent completeness and plan availability.
  • Detect TaskSwarm and delegate execution when ready.
  • Execute TDD phases directly when TaskSwarm is unavailable.
  • Provide guided, phase-by-phase progress with commits and E2E checks.

Quick Start

Provide a complete INTENT.md and plan.md, then run /intent-build-now to begin automated build.

Frequently Asked Questions about intent-build-now

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

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How do I automate development workflow from an intent document?

Automating development from an intent document requires a complete INTENT.md and plan.md; the system validates completeness and selects an execution path to start implementation automatically.

What is TDD phase execution and when is it needed for software builds?

TDD phase execution runs test-driven development cycles directly with phase-by-phase progress, commits, and E2E checks, needed when TaskSwarm is unavailable to delegate implementation tasks.

Do I need a plan.md file to start an automated build from intent?

Starting an automated build requires a plan.md file; the workflow strictly enforces both an INTENT.md and a plan.md to validate completeness before selecting an execution path.

Can I use TaskSwarm to delegate execution during intent-based development?

You can use TaskSwarm to delegate execution; the system detects TaskSwarm availability and delegates execution when ready, otherwise falling back to running direct TDD phases.

What happens if my INTENT.md is incomplete when starting a build?

If your INTENT.md is incomplete, the build will not start; the system enforces a structured workflow by validating intent completeness and plan availability before proceeding with any execution path.

What's the best way to enforce structured TDD discipline in automated builds?

Enforcing structured TDD discipline uses a guided workflow that validates intent completeness, selects an execution path, and provides phase-by-phase progress with commits and E2E checks.