What happens if an automated task fails?

The execution halts immediately, saves the current state and progress to the TASK file, and provides a detailed error report so you can fix the issue before resuming.

What is the difference between 'apply' and 'run' modes?

The 'apply' mode executes a single specific task from your list, while the 'run' mode automates the execution of the entire task list sequentially using isolated subagents for each step.

Does it support dry runs for batch execution?

Yes, using the --dry-run flag with the run command allows you to preview the execution plan, task order, and dependencies without making any actual changes.

How does the interview process work?

The skill asks a series of insightful questions across four rounds covering core requirements, technical details, user experience, and risks to ensure a complete specification before coding begins.

Can I specify a custom directory for my specifications?

Yes, you can use the --dir flag (e.g., /spec 'idea' --dir ./docs/specs) to define where the SPEC and TASK Markdown files should be stored.

Spec: Requirements & Task Orchestrator

Name: Spec: Requirements & Task Orchestrator
Author: darknight

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Productivity & Workflow

Transforms project ideas into detailed technical specifications and actionable task lists with integrated progress tracking.

About

The Spec skill streamlines the initial phases of software development by conducting structured, multi-round interviews to refine vague ideas into rigorous technical requirements. It automatically generates standardized Markdown specifications (SPEC) and task checklists (TASK), then provides the infrastructure to execute those tasks either one-by-one or in automated batches. By using isolated subagents for execution, it ensures that implementation remains focused and context-pure while maintaining a clear audit trail of progress directly within your repository.

Key Features

Interactive deep-dive interviews to extract comprehensive project requirements
Dual-mode execution: manual task 'apply' or automated batch 'run'
Automated generation of standardized SPEC and TASK Markdown files
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Real-time progress tracking with visual status bars and execution logs
Isolated subagent execution to prevent context pollution during implementation

Use Cases

Automating the implementation of routine development tasks with built-in documentation
Converting high-level feature ideas into structured, implementable technical plans
Managing complex refactoring or feature additions through tracked, sequential sub-tasks

About

Key Features

Interactive deep-dive interviews to extract comprehensive project requirements
Dual-mode execution: manual task 'apply' or automated batch 'run'
Automated generation of standardized SPEC and TASK Markdown files
0 GitHub stars
Real-time progress tracking with visual status bars and execution logs
Isolated subagent execution to prevent context pollution during implementation

Use Cases

Automating the implementation of routine development tasks with built-in documentation
Converting high-level feature ideas into structured, implementable technical plans
Managing complex refactoring or feature additions through tracked, sequential sub-tasks