skills.rest
CLOCKWORK-TEMPTATION
CLOCKWORK-TEMPTATIONCOMMUNITY
Explore all skills by this author →
GitHub

spec-kit-upgrade

Upgrades Spec Kit CLI and project files to latest or specified versions.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#cli#backup#upgrade#spec-kit#project-files
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/CLOCKWORK-TEMPTATION/plugin_01UphfxAg16yZB4YodKYf1RZ --skill spec-kit-upgrade
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: spec-kit-upgrade
Source: https://github.com/CLOCKWORK-TEMPTATION/plugin_01UphfxAg16yZB4YodKYf1RZ/tree/main/skills/spec-kit-upgrade
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CLOCKWORK-TEMPTATION/plugin_01UphfxAg16yZB4YodKYf1RZ --skill spec-kit-upgrade

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Upgrading Spec Kit CLI and project scaffolding can be risky and error-prone; this Skill provides a guided, safe upgrade path.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Upgrade the Spec Kit CLI to the latest version or a specific release.
  • Update project files to align with the chosen Spec Kit version.
  • Includes built-in safeguards: constitution backups, explicit warnings about preserved elements, and a verification step after the upgrade.

Quick Start

Choose the upgrade type (CLI only, project files, or both), back up the constitution, run the upgrade, restore the constitution, and verify with specify check.

Frequently Asked Questions about spec-kit-upgrade

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I upgrade Spec Kit CLI to the latest version safely?▼

To upgrade Spec Kit CLI safely, back up the constitution, run the upgrade, restore the constitution, and verify with specify check. This guided process prevents errors during CLI and project file updates.

What is the best way to update project files to match a specific Spec Kit version?▼

The best way to update project files is using a guided upgrade path that targets your specified Spec Kit release. The process includes backing up the constitution, applying the update, and running verification checks.

Can I upgrade just the Spec Kit CLI without updating project scaffolding?▼

Yes, you can upgrade the Spec Kit CLI independently of project files. The upgrade process supports CLI-only updates, project-file-only updates, or both simultaneously based on your specific needs.

What precautions should I take before upgrading Spec Kit project files?▼

Before upgrading Spec Kit project files, back up the constitution and review explicit warnings about preserved elements. After the upgrade, restore the constitution and verify the project state with specify check.

Why does upgrading Spec Kit require a constitution backup?▼

Upgrading Spec Kit requires a constitution backup to prevent data loss during project scaffolding updates. The backup is restored after the upgrade completes, ensuring your custom configurations remain intact.

Related Skills

Explore More Software Engineering Skills→
daksh7011daksh7011

speckit-clarify

Ask up to five targeted questions to clarify underspecified feature specs.

Community
Advanced
PieroSierraPieroSierra
128

speckit-analyze

Analyze spec.md, plan.md, and tasks.md for consistency and quality.

Community
Advanced
TKlerxTKlerx

speckit-git-commit

Automatically stage and commit changes after Spec Kit command execution.

Community
Basic
alfredoperezalfredoperez
80

speckit-git-commit

Automatically stage and commit Git changes after Spec Kit commands.

Community
Intermediate