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Spec-driven development (SDD) is an operating model that guides software engineering workflows by enforcing specific lifecycle steps. It provides role-based instructions and route navigation to ensure teams use the correct tools and adhere to essential methodology rules, preventing common development pitfalls.

To start building a new feature with spec-driven development, you ask the agent for orientation to diagnose your current stage and role. The system checks your prerequisites, provides initial steps, and directs you to the appropriate specific skill or command to begin the lifecycle.

Yes, SDD methodology provides role-based guidance tailored specifically for PMs, architects, and engineers. It diagnoses your current role and needs, then delivers customized instructions and directs you to the appropriate next action within the development lifecycle.

If you attempt to skip steps in the spec-driven development workflow, the system enforces non-negotiable SDD rules by reminding you of critical prerequisites and redirecting you. This rule enforcement ensures you follow the correct sequence and reference prerequisite documentation before proceeding.

Yes, you can use SDD guidance for onboarding new team members to a development workflow. It helps inexperienced users navigate complex methodologies with confidence by diagnosing their stage, checking prerequisites, and routing them to the correct next skill.

You should request SDD methodology navigation assistance whenever you are unsure of the next step in your workflow, need to verify prerequisite documentation, or require orientation for a new initiative. It is applicable for both new onboarding and complex lifecycle navigation.