spec

Convert unstructured project proposals into user-approved requirement specification files.

30|1|Updated Feb 18, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/Codagent-AI/agent-skills --skill spec-codagent-ai
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Skill: spec
Source: https://github.com/Codagent-AI/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/spec
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Codagent-AI/agent-skills --skill spec-codagent-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates costly rework and cross-team misalignment by turning rough, unstructured project proposals into fully specified, user-approved requirement documents through guided collaborative dialogue.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Interactive Requirement Discovery: Walks through each project capability one at a time, asking targeted clarifying questions about system behaviors, boundaries, error conditions, and edge cases.
  • Approval-Gated Spec Writing: Only writes formal spec files after presenting proposed requirements and scenarios for explicit user approval, ensuring no unvetted assumptions are committed to documentation.
  • Use Case: If you have a proposal for a new user notification system, use this Skill to systematically capture all behavioral requirements, edge cases, and error conditions before any design or implementation work begins.

Quick Start

Use the spec skill to walk through the attached project proposal and generate approved requirement spec files for each listed capability.

Frequently Asked Questions about spec

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

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How do I turn an unstructured project proposal into formal software requirements?

To turn a project proposal into formal software requirements, use interactive requirement discovery to walk through each capability, capturing behavioral contracts, edge cases, and error conditions before any design work begins.

What is the best way to capture edge cases and error conditions before implementation?

The best way to capture edge cases and error conditions is through guided collaborative dialogue that systematically questions each project capability, ensuring unambiguous, testable requirements are documented.

How do I ensure cross-functional teams align on expected system behavior before coding?

To align cross-functional teams on expected system behavior, generate user-approved requirement specifications that explicitly define boundaries and reduce rework before implementation starts.

Can I generate requirement spec files without manually reviewing every assumption?

You cannot generate specs without review because this process uses approval-gated spec writing, meaning it only writes formal spec files after presenting proposed requirements and scenarios for your explicit approval.

When do I need to write behavioral contracts for a software development workflow?

You need to write behavioral contracts for a software development workflow when you have a rough project proposal and require clear, testable requirements to prevent costly rework and misalignment prior to design.

Does requirement discovery work for complex systems with multiple capabilities?

Requirement discovery works for complex systems by walking through each project capability one at a time, asking targeted clarifying questions about system behaviors and boundary rules to ensure complete coverage.