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spec-driven-dev

Creates specifications, plans, and guides test-first implementation for software development projects requiring git and defined file structures.

11|Updated Jun 19, 2013
Search Tags:#planning#code review#development workflow#specifications#test-driven development#agile
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MadBomber/experiments --skill spec-driven-dev-madbomber
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: spec-driven-dev
Source: https://github.com/MadBomber/experiments/tree/main/ai_misc/skills/rocka-spec-driven-dev
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MadBomber/experiments --skill spec-driven-dev-madbomber

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the common issue of jumping straight into coding without a clear plan, leading to design flaws, rework, and wasted effort. It enforces a structured development process to ensure features are well-defined, planned, reviewed, and implemented efficiently.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Workflow: Guides users through Specify → Plan → Review → Build phases.
  • Specification: Helps create detailed feature specifications.
  • Planning: Facilitates breaking down features into testable stories with acceptance criteria and test contracts.
  • Review: Incorporates a "devil's advocate" review step to catch potential issues early.
  • Test-First Development: Emphasizes writing tests before implementation to ensure quality and define "done."
  • Use Case: When starting a new, complex feature, use this Skill to ensure all requirements are captured, the implementation is well-thought-out, and the development process is robust and testable.

Quick Start

Use the spec-driven-dev skill to start building a new feature by first creating a specification document.

Frequently Asked Questions about spec-driven-dev

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

FAQPage Schema
What is a structured software development workflow and why use it?▼

A structured software development workflow moves from specification through planning and review to test-driven implementation, preventing design flaws and wasted effort caused by jumping straight into coding without a clear plan.

How do I plan complex features into testable stories with acceptance criteria?▼

You can plan complex features by creating detailed specifications, then breaking the work down into testable stories complete with acceptance criteria and test contracts to guide test-first development.

Does test-driven development require git version control?▼

Yes, the test-driven development workflow requires git for version control and strict adherence to a defined file structure for managing your specifications, plans, and tests.

How does a devil's advocate review improve feature planning?▼

A devil's advocate review improves feature planning by critically evaluating the broken-down stories and specifications during the review phase, which helps catch potential design issues early before implementation begins.

Can I use this specification-driven approach for existing agile projects?▼

Yes, you can integrate this specification-driven approach into agile projects by applying the Specify, Plan, Review, and Build phases to new complex features to ensure requirements are captured and thoroughly tested.

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