speckit-specify

Generate structured feature specifications from natural language inputs.

Updated Jul 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/GatePass-Security/gatepass --skill speckit-specify-gatepass-security
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Skill: speckit-specify
Source: https://github.com/GatePass-Security/gatepass/tree/main/.claude/skills/speckit-specify
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/GatePass-Security/gatepass --skill speckit-specify-gatepass-security

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates ambiguity in feature development by enforcing a structured, testable specification process that aligns with project governance and quality standards.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Specification: Generates standardized spec files from natural language descriptions using project-specific templates.
  • Quality Assurance: Automatically validates specifications against a checklist to ensure they are testable, measurable, and free of implementation details.
  • Use Case: When a stakeholder requests a new authentication flow, use this skill to generate a formal specification that includes success criteria and user scenarios, ensuring the development team has a clear, validated plan before writing code.

Quick Start

Invoke the speckit-specify skill followed by a clear description of the feature you need to define for the project.

Frequently Asked Questions about speckit-specify

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate structured feature specifications from natural language inputs?

To generate structured feature specifications from natural language inputs, you need a tool that automates template resolution and directory creation. This skill processes your text descriptions to produce standardized, testable spec files.

What is the best way to standardize feature specs for AI-native stacks?

Standardizing feature specs for AI-native stacks requires enforcing a structured, testable specification process that aligns with project governance. This ensures requirements remain business-focused and free of implementation details before code is written.

How do I ensure my requirements are testable and business-focused?

To ensure requirements are testable and business-focused, you must validate specifications against a quality checklist. This skill automatically checks generated specs to guarantee they include measurable success criteria and user scenarios.

Can I enforce project governance and quality standards during specification generation?

You can enforce project governance during specification generation by using mandatory pre-execution and post-execution hooks defined in the project configuration. This mechanism validates that all generated specifications meet your required quality standards.

Do I need a Spec Kit-compliant repository to automate specification generation?

Yes, you need a Spec Kit-compliant repository to automate specification generation. The skill coordinates directory creation and template resolution directly within this repository structure to ensure outputs meet compliance requirements.

Why does specification generation require pre-execution and post-execution hooks?

Specification generation requires pre-execution and post-execution hooks to enforce project governance and quality standards. These hooks ensure that natural language inputs are properly validated before processing and that output specs meet testable criteria.