Spec Workflow FAQs

Question 1

What is the Spec Workflow Claude Code Skill?

Accepted Answer

Spec Workflow is a specialized Claude Code capability that implements a rigorous software engineering lifecycle. it guides the AI through requirement analysis using EARS syntax, technical architecture design, and systematic task execution with mandatory user confirmation at every stage.

Question 2

Does Spec Workflow handle UI design and task tracking?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It integrates specific UI design rules (referencing rules/ui-design.mdc) during the requirement phase and automatically maintains a tasks.md file to track implementation status, allowing you to monitor progress in real-time as Claude works.

Question 3

How does this skill improve my development workflow?

Accepted Answer

It eliminates ambiguity and 'AI drift' by enforcing a phase-gate process. By requiring user approval on requirements and technical designs before writing code, it ensures the final implementation aligns perfectly with your vision, reducing the need for costly refactors.

Question 4

When should I use this skill instead of standard Claude Code?

Accepted Answer

Use this skill for high-complexity tasks such as building new features from scratch, designing multi-module architectures, or projects requiring database and UI modeling. It is not recommended for simple bug fixes or basic documentation updates where a strict workflow might be over-engineered.

Question 5

What is EARS syntax and why does this skill use it?

Accepted Answer

EARS stands for Easy Approach to Requirements Syntax. This skill uses it to format requirements (e.g., 'When [trigger], the [system] shall [response]') to provide Claude with crystal-clear logic, ensuring that acceptance criteria are testable and technically sound.

Spec Workflow

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