Technical Specification Planner FAQs

Question 1

Can Spec research external documentation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Spec can use web search tools to research framework documentation, security best practices, and external APIs to inform the technical design.

Question 2

How does Spec handle existing codebases?

Accepted Answer

Spec performs local repository research to identify existing patterns, ensuring that new plans reuse existing logic and follow established project conventions.

Question 3

What kind of documentation does Spec generate?

Accepted Answer

It generates structured Markdown plans in your repository, offering three levels of detail: Minimal for quick fixes, Standard for common features, and Comprehensive for major architectural changes.

Question 4

Does the Spec skill write actual source code?

Accepted Answer

No, the Spec skill is strictly focused on research, planning, and task decomposition. It ensures a solid technical foundation is established before any implementation begins.

Question 5

What is the 'Deepen' mode in the Spec skill?

Accepted Answer

Deepen mode allows you to take an existing plan and enhance it with further research and parallel analysis to address gaps or increase technical rigor.

Technical Specification Planner

Key Features

Use Cases

Technical Specification Planner

Key Features

Use Cases