speckit-backlog-graduate

To convert a backlog item into an active spec, the skill reads your backlog markdown content and runs inline speckit-specify instructions to generate a fully documented, production-ready specification.

Automated backlog promotion maintains a clean directory by reading the target item, converting it to an active spec via speckit.specify, and then safely removing the original backlog file after a successful promotion.

Yes, you need an existing backlog markdown file under the specs/backlog directory to serve as the feature description input for generating a fully documented specification.

When all items are promoted to active specs, the backlog directory reaches a clean empty state, and the skill can optionally prompt you to indicate that no remaining backlog items exist.

The best way to manage feature generation from a markdown backlog is using an end-to-end workflow that validates the item's presence, converts the content into a spec, and cleans up the source file automatically.