Spec Writing & Architecture Planner FAQs

Question 1

What is the difference between SPEC.md and the SPEC/ directory?

Accepted Answer

SPEC.md is the primary, self-sufficient narrative of your project that anyone should be able to read to understand the system. The SPEC/ directory is optional and used for detailed lookup materials like API schemas, SDK patterns, and data models.

Question 2

Can this skill help with UI redesigns?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it includes a specialized 'design:overhaul' mode that audits your current CSS, components, and configurations to create a migration checklist and a formal design system specification.

Question 3

Does it support different types of projects?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. The skill adapts its interview phases and output templates specifically for web applications, CLI tools, APIs, and libraries.

Question 4

How does the spec-writing skill handle existing codebases?

Accepted Answer

It uses automated codebase analysis to detect frameworks, dependencies, and file structures. This allows it to pre-fill interview answers and perform a gap analysis to identify features that are implemented but not yet specced.

Question 5

Is the documentation compatible with other AI agents?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the skill specifically generates a CLAUDE.md file which serves as an agent-optimized pointer, helping AI tools quickly understand project rules and where to find detailed specifications.

Spec Writing & Architecture Planner

Spec Writing & Architecture Planner

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