iterate

Orchestrate end-to-end feature development across requirements, planning, implementation, QA, and documentation.

18|4|Updated Jan 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/chrisallenlane/claude-swe-workflows --skill iterate-chrisallenlane
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: iterate
Source: https://github.com/chrisallenlane/claude-swe-workflows/tree/main/skills/iterate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/chrisallenlane/claude-swe-workflows --skill iterate-chrisallenlane

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Complex software delivery requires coordinating requirements, planning, implementation, QA, and documentation across multiple teams and tools. The Iterate skill automates this orchestration, reducing handoffs and ensuring repeatable, high-quality outcomes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Requirements clarification loop to remove ambiguity and align stakeholders.
  • Optional planning phase for large tasks, with structured sub-tasks and risk assessment.
  • Language-specific SME implementation or generalist approach, with tests and edge-case handling.
  • CRITICAL QA gate that actually runs verification before finalizing tests, preventing broken releases.
  • Integrated reviews (security, refactoring, performance) when changes are non-trivial.
  • SME peer review and coverage QA to improve reliability and maintainability.
  • Automatic documentation updates and final verification before delivery.

Quick Start

Describe your feature in detail and let Iterate orchestrate requirements, planning, implementation, QA, and documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions about iterate

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

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How do I automate end-to-end feature development across multiple modules?

Automating end-to-end feature development requires orchestrating specialized agents across requirements, planning, implementation, QA, and documentation. This workflow coordination reduces handoffs and ensures repeatable outcomes for complex features spanning multiple teams.

What is the best way to coordinate requirements, planning, and QA for complex software delivery?

The best way to coordinate complex software delivery is using an orchestration workflow that applies a requirements clarification loop, optional structured planning, and a critical QA gate running verification before finalizing tests to prevent broken releases.

Can I use automated workflow orchestration for features spanning multiple teams?

Yes, automated workflow orchestration is designed specifically for complex features spanning multiple teams and modules. It applies quality gates, formal verification, and integrated reviews for security, performance, and coding standards where valuable.

How does the QA verification gate work before finalizing test releases?

The QA verification gate works by actually running practical verification before finalizing tests, preventing broken releases. It ensures language-specific implementation handles tests and edge-cases, followed by SME peer review and coverage QA to improve reliability.

When do I need a structured planning phase with risk assessment for software development?

You need a structured planning phase with risk assessment for large tasks within complex software delivery. It produces structured sub-tasks and applies quality gates when features span multiple modules or teams where formal verification is valuable.