intent-build-now

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

15|5|Updated Jan 20, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #planning #tdd #development #build #intent #taskswarm

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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.