speckit-constitution

Create and maintain a project constitution with frontmatter metadata and version increments.

Updated Jan 23, 2026

Search Tags:#templates #versioning #compliance #constitution #governance #principles #code-quality

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npx skills add https://github.com/ev3rlit/magam --skill speckit-constitution-ev3rlit

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Skill: speckit-constitution
Source: https://github.com/ev3rlit/magam/tree/main/.claude/skills/speckit-constitution
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ev3rlit/magam --skill speckit-constitution-ev3rlit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Speckit Constitution helps teams establish and maintain a project constitution, governing how code quality, testing standards, and architectural constraints are defined and enforced from project start.

Core Features & Use Cases

Define and propagate a formal constitution to .specify/memory/constitution.md
Ensure placeholders are filled, governance rules versioned, and templates synced
Generate a Sync Impact Report detailing changes and required follow-ups

Quick Start

Run the constitution update workflow to adjust governance terms for the current project and commit the changes to .specify/memory/constitution.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about speckit-constitution

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

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How do I set up project governance and enforce coding standards consistently?▼

To set up project governance, you create a formal constitution that defines code quality and architectural constraints. This document is automatically propagated to a memory file, enforcing consistent standards across the team from project start.

What is a project constitution in software engineering?▼

A project constitution is a formal governance document that defines code quality, testing standards, and architectural constraints. It serves as the central source of truth for project rules, ensuring compliance and consistent governance across development teams.

How do I version governance rules and track compliance changes?▼

You can version governance rules by applying version increments to the project constitution. This process includes filling placeholders and generating a Sync Impact Report that details changes and tracks required compliance follow-ups.

Does the spec-kit structure support automated template syncing for governance?▼

Yes, the spec-kit structure supports automated template syncing for governance. It enforces frontmatter metadata requirements, handles placeholder replacement, and generates a Sync Impact Report to detail syncing changes.

How do I generate a Sync Impact Report for project standards updates?▼

To generate a Sync Impact Report, run the constitution update workflow to adjust governance terms. The system automatically produces the report detailing the template changes made and outlining required follow-up actions.

Can I use a constitution to enforce frontmatter metadata across teams?▼

Yes, you can use a project constitution to enforce frontmatter metadata across teams. The governance workflow ensures placeholders are filled, metadata requirements are satisfied, and rules are consistently versioned for compliance.