bmad-method 4.26.0 → 4.27.1

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  1. package/.vscode/settings.json +2 -0
  2. package/CHANGELOG.md +22 -0
  3. package/README.md +29 -282
  4. package/bmad-core/agent-teams/team-all.yaml +6 -6
  5. package/bmad-core/agent-teams/team-fullstack.yaml +6 -6
  6. package/bmad-core/agent-teams/team-no-ui.yaml +2 -2
  7. package/bmad-core/agents/analyst.md +17 -18
  8. package/bmad-core/agents/architect.md +15 -18
  9. package/bmad-core/agents/bmad-master.md +56 -53
  10. package/bmad-core/agents/bmad-orchestrator.md +24 -23
  11. package/bmad-core/agents/dev.md +10 -10
  12. package/bmad-core/agents/pm.md +17 -20
  13. package/bmad-core/agents/po.md +12 -15
  14. package/bmad-core/agents/qa.md +7 -8
  15. package/bmad-core/agents/sm.md +8 -13
  16. package/bmad-core/agents/ux-expert.md +7 -11
  17. package/bmad-core/core-config.yaml +1 -1
  18. package/bmad-core/data/bmad-kb.md +74 -15
  19. package/bmad-core/data/brainstorming-techniques.md +36 -0
  20. package/bmad-core/data/elicitation-methods.md +134 -0
  21. package/bmad-core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.md +82 -57
  22. package/bmad-core/tasks/facilitate-brainstorming-session.md +136 -0
  23. package/bmad-core/templates/architecture-tmpl.yaml +658 -0
  24. package/bmad-core/templates/brainstorming-output-tmpl.yaml +156 -0
  25. package/bmad-core/templates/brownfield-architecture-tmpl.yaml +476 -0
  26. package/bmad-core/templates/brownfield-prd-tmpl.yaml +280 -0
  27. package/bmad-core/templates/competitor-analysis-tmpl.yaml +293 -0
  28. package/bmad-core/templates/front-end-architecture-tmpl.yaml +206 -0
  29. package/bmad-core/templates/front-end-spec-tmpl.yaml +349 -0
  30. package/bmad-core/templates/fullstack-architecture-tmpl.yaml +805 -0
  31. package/bmad-core/templates/market-research-tmpl.yaml +252 -0
  32. package/bmad-core/templates/prd-tmpl.yaml +202 -0
  33. package/bmad-core/templates/project-brief-tmpl.yaml +221 -0
  34. package/bmad-core/templates/story-tmpl.yaml +137 -0
  35. package/bmad-core/utils/plan-management.md +9 -13
  36. package/bmad-core/workflows/greenfield-service.yaml +1 -1
  37. package/common/tasks/create-doc.md +55 -67
  38. package/common/utils/bmad-doc-template.md +325 -0
  39. package/dist/agents/analyst.txt +1312 -1193
  40. package/dist/agents/architect.txt +2484 -2895
  41. package/dist/agents/bmad-master.txt +4680 -4897
  42. package/dist/agents/bmad-orchestrator.txt +400 -195
  43. package/dist/agents/dev.txt +21 -24
  44. package/dist/agents/pm.txt +590 -619
  45. package/dist/agents/po.txt +178 -130
  46. package/dist/agents/qa.txt +159 -48
  47. package/dist/agents/sm.txt +166 -120
  48. package/dist/agents/ux-expert.txt +436 -544
  49. package/dist/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/agents/game-designer.txt +1283 -1260
  50. package/dist/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/agents/game-developer.txt +642 -591
  51. package/dist/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/agents/game-sm.txt +284 -268
  52. package/dist/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/teams/phaser-2d-nodejs-game-team.txt +9258 -4977
  53. package/dist/expansion-packs/bmad-creator-tools/agents/bmad-the-creator.txt +388 -325
  54. package/dist/expansion-packs/bmad-infrastructure-devops/agents/infra-devops-platform.txt +1144 -1165
  55. package/dist/teams/team-all.txt +4885 -4967
  56. package/dist/teams/team-fullstack.txt +5621 -5693
  57. package/dist/teams/team-ide-minimal.txt +604 -333
  58. package/dist/teams/team-no-ui.txt +5209 -5213
  59. package/docs/agentic-tools/github-copilot-guide.md +29 -9
  60. package/docs/bmad-workflow-guide.md +2 -2
  61. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/agent-teams/phaser-2d-nodejs-game-team.yaml +2 -2
  62. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/agents/game-designer.md +17 -15
  63. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/agents/game-developer.md +13 -11
  64. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/agents/game-sm.md +13 -11
  65. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/config.yaml +1 -1
  66. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/tasks/create-game-story.md +2 -2
  67. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/templates/game-architecture-tmpl.yaml +613 -0
  68. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/templates/game-brief-tmpl.yaml +356 -0
  69. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/templates/game-design-doc-tmpl.yaml +343 -0
  70. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/templates/game-story-tmpl.yaml +253 -0
  71. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/templates/level-design-doc-tmpl.yaml +484 -0
  72. package/expansion-packs/bmad-creator-tools/agents/bmad-the-creator.md +14 -12
  73. package/expansion-packs/bmad-creator-tools/config.yaml +1 -1
  74. package/expansion-packs/bmad-creator-tools/templates/agent-teams-tmpl.yaml +178 -0
  75. package/expansion-packs/bmad-creator-tools/templates/agent-tmpl.yaml +154 -0
  76. package/expansion-packs/bmad-creator-tools/templates/expansion-pack-plan-tmpl.yaml +120 -0
  77. package/expansion-packs/bmad-infrastructure-devops/agents/infra-devops-platform.md +14 -14
  78. package/expansion-packs/bmad-infrastructure-devops/config.yaml +1 -1
  79. package/expansion-packs/bmad-infrastructure-devops/templates/infrastructure-architecture-tmpl.yaml +424 -0
  80. package/expansion-packs/bmad-infrastructure-devops/templates/infrastructure-platform-from-arch-tmpl.yaml +629 -0
  81. package/package.json +1 -1
  82. package/tools/builders/web-builder.js +170 -95
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  84. package/tools/installer/lib/ide-setup.js +2 -2
  85. package/tools/installer/package.json +1 -1
  86. package/tools/lib/dependency-resolver.js +11 -22
  87. package/tools/md-assets/web-agent-startup-instructions.md +10 -10
  88. package/bmad-core/tasks/brainstorming-techniques.md +0 -238
  89. package/bmad-core/templates/architecture-tmpl.md +0 -776
  90. package/bmad-core/templates/brownfield-architecture-tmpl.md +0 -544
  91. package/bmad-core/templates/brownfield-prd-tmpl.md +0 -266
  92. package/bmad-core/templates/competitor-analysis-tmpl.md +0 -291
  93. package/bmad-core/templates/front-end-architecture-tmpl.md +0 -175
  94. package/bmad-core/templates/front-end-spec-tmpl.md +0 -413
  95. package/bmad-core/templates/fullstack-architecture-tmpl.md +0 -1018
  96. package/bmad-core/templates/market-research-tmpl.md +0 -263
  97. package/bmad-core/templates/prd-tmpl.md +0 -202
  98. package/bmad-core/templates/project-brief-tmpl.md +0 -232
  99. package/bmad-core/templates/story-tmpl.md +0 -58
  100. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/templates/game-architecture-tmpl.md +0 -560
  101. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/templates/game-brief-tmpl.md +0 -345
  102. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/templates/game-design-doc-tmpl.md +0 -331
  103. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/templates/game-story-tmpl.md +0 -235
  104. package/expansion-packs/bmad-2d-phaser-game-dev/templates/level-design-doc-tmpl.md +0 -470
  105. package/expansion-packs/bmad-creator-tools/templates/agent-teams-tmpl.md +0 -154
  106. package/expansion-packs/bmad-creator-tools/templates/agent-tmpl.md +0 -143
  107. package/expansion-packs/bmad-creator-tools/templates/expansion-pack-plan-tmpl.md +0 -91
  108. package/expansion-packs/bmad-infrastructure-devops/templates/infrastructure-architecture-tmpl.md +0 -415
  109. package/expansion-packs/bmad-infrastructure-devops/templates/infrastructure-platform-from-arch-tmpl.md +0 -0
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  2. **Resource Navigation**: This bundle contains all resources you need. Resources are marked with tags like:
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- - "Yes, And..."
285
- - Six Thinking Hats
174
+ Generate structured document with these sections:
286
175
 
287
- ### 4. Session Flow Management
176
+ **Executive Summary**
288
177
 
289
- [[LLM: Guide the brainstorming session with appropriate pacing and technique transitions.]]
178
+ - Session topic and goals
179
+ - Techniques used and duration
180
+ - Total ideas generated
181
+ - Key themes and patterns identified
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291
- 1. **Warm-up Phase** (5-10 min)
183
+ **Technique Sections** (for each technique used)
292
184
 
293
- - Start with accessible techniques
294
- - Build creative confidence
295
- - Establish "no judgment" atmosphere
185
+ - Technique name and description
186
+ - Ideas generated (user's own words)
187
+ - Insights discovered
188
+ - Notable connections or patterns
296
189
 
297
- 2. **Divergent Phase** (20-30 min)
190
+ **Idea Categorization**
298
191
 
299
- - Use expansion techniques
300
- - Generate quantity over quality
301
- - Encourage wild ideas
192
+ - **Immediate Opportunities** - Ready to implement now
193
+ - **Future Innovations** - Requires development/research
194
+ - **Moonshots** - Ambitious, transformative concepts
195
+ - **Insights & Learnings** - Key realizations from session
302
196
 
303
- 3. **Convergent Phase** (15-20 min)
197
+ **Action Planning**
304
198
 
305
- - Group and categorize ideas
306
- - Identify patterns and themes
307
- - Select promising directions
199
+ - Top 3 priority ideas with rationale
200
+ - Next steps for each priority
201
+ - Resources/research needed
202
+ - Timeline considerations
308
203
 
309
- 4. **Synthesis Phase** (10-15 min)
310
- - Combine complementary ideas
311
- - Refine and develop concepts
312
- - Prepare summary of insights
204
+ **Reflection & Follow-up**
313
205
 
314
- ### 5. Output Format
206
+ - What worked well in this session
207
+ - Areas for further exploration
208
+ - Recommended follow-up techniques
209
+ - Questions that emerged for future sessions
210
+
211
+ ## Key Principles
212
+
213
+ - **YOU ARE A FACILITATOR**: Guide the user to brainstorm, don't brainstorm for them
214
+ - **INTERACTIVE DIALOGUE**: Ask questions, wait for responses, build on their ideas
215
+ - **ONE TECHNIQUE AT A TIME**: Don't mix multiple techniques in one response
216
+ - **CONTINUOUS ENGAGEMENT**: Stay with one technique until user wants to switch
217
+ - **DRAW IDEAS OUT**: Use prompts and examples to help them generate their own ideas
218
+ - **REAL-TIME ADAPTATION**: Monitor engagement and adjust approach as needed
219
+ - Maintain energy and momentum
220
+ - Defer judgment during generation
221
+ - Quantity leads to quality (aim for 100 ideas in 60 minutes)
222
+ - Build on ideas collaboratively
223
+ - Document everything if output requested
315
224
 
316
- [[LLM: Present brainstorming results in an organized, actionable format.]]
225
+ ## Advanced Engagement Strategies
317
226
 
318
- **Session Summary:**
227
+ **Energy Management**
319
228
 
320
- - Techniques used
321
- - Number of ideas generated
322
- - Key themes identified
229
+ - Check engagement levels: "How are you feeling about this direction?"
230
+ - Offer breaks or technique switches if energy flags
231
+ - Use encouraging language and celebrate idea generation
323
232
 
324
- **Idea Categories:**
233
+ **Depth vs. Breadth**
325
234
 
326
- 1. **Immediate Opportunities** - Ideas that could be implemented now
327
- 2. **Future Innovations** - Ideas requiring more development
328
- 3. **Moonshots** - Ambitious, transformative ideas
329
- 4. **Insights & Learnings** - Key realizations from the session
235
+ - Ask follow-up questions to deepen ideas: "Tell me more about that..."
236
+ - Use "Yes, and..." to build on their ideas
237
+ - Help them make connections: "How does this relate to your earlier idea about...?"
330
238
 
331
- **Next Steps:**
239
+ **Transition Management**
332
240
 
333
- - Which ideas to explore further
334
- - Recommended follow-up techniques
335
- - Suggested research areas
241
+ - Always ask before switching techniques: "Ready to try a different approach?"
242
+ - Offer options: "Should we explore this idea deeper or generate more alternatives?"
243
+ - Respect their process and timing
244
+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/facilitate-brainstorming-session.md ====================
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337
- ## Important Notes
338
-
339
- - Maintain energy and momentum throughout the session
340
- - Defer judgment - all ideas are valid during generation
341
- - Quantity leads to quality - aim for many ideas
342
- - Build on ideas collaboratively
343
- - Document everything - even "silly" ideas can spark breakthroughs
344
- - Take breaks if energy flags
345
- - End with clear next actions
346
- ==================== END: tasks#brainstorming-techniques ====================
347
-
348
- ==================== START: tasks#create-deep-research-prompt ====================
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+ ==================== START: .bmad-core/tasks/create-deep-research-prompt.md ====================
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  # Create Deep Research Prompt Task
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  This task helps create comprehensive research prompts for various types of deep analysis. It can process inputs from brainstorming sessions, project briefs, market research, or specific research questions to generate targeted prompts for deeper investigation.
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  - Balance comprehensiveness with focus
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546
  - Document assumptions and limitations clearly
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  - Plan for iterative refinement based on initial findings
650
- ==================== END: tasks#create-deep-research-prompt ====================
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-
652
- ==================== START: tasks#create-doc ====================
653
- # Create Document from Template Task
654
-
655
- ## Purpose
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+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/create-deep-research-prompt.md ====================
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549
 
657
- Generate documents from templates by EXECUTING (not just reading) embedded instructions from the perspective of the selected agent persona.
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+ ==================== START: .bmad-core/tasks/create-doc.md ====================
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+ # Create Document from Template (YAML Driven)
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659
- ## CRITICAL RULES
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+ ## CRITICAL: Mandatory Elicitation Format
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554
 
661
- 1. **Templates are PROGRAMS** - Execute every [[LLM:]] instruction exactly as written
662
- 2. **NEVER show markup** - Hide all [[LLM:]], {{placeholders}}, @{examples}, and template syntax
663
- 3. **STOP and EXECUTE** - When you see "apply tasks#" or "execute tasks#", STOP and run that task immediately
664
- 4. **WAIT for user input** - At review points and after elicitation tasks
555
+ **When `elicit: true`, ALWAYS use this exact format:**
665
556
 
666
- ## Execution Flow
557
+ 1. Present section content
558
+ 2. Provide detailed rationale (explain trade-offs, assumptions, decisions made)
559
+ 3. Present numbered options 1-9:
560
+ - **Option 1:** Always "Proceed to next section"
561
+ - **Options 2-9:** Select 8 methods from data/elicitation-methods
562
+ - End with: "Select 1-9 or just type your question/feedback:"
667
563
 
668
- ### 0. Check Workflow Plan (if configured)
564
+ **NEVER ask yes/no questions or use any other format.**
669
565
 
670
- [[LLM: Check if plan tracking is enabled in core-config.yaml]]
566
+ ## Processing Flow
671
567
 
672
- - If `workflow.trackProgress: true`, check for active plan using utils#plan-management
673
- - If plan exists and this document creation is part of the plan:
674
- - Verify this is the expected next step
675
- - If out of sequence and `enforceSequence: true`, warn user and halt without user override
676
- - If out of sequence and `enforceSequence: false`, ask for confirmation
677
- - Continue with normal execution after plan check
568
+ 1. **Parse YAML template** - Load template metadata and sections
569
+ 2. **Set preferences** - Show current mode (Interactive), confirm output file
570
+ 3. **Process each section:**
571
+ - Skip if condition unmet
572
+ - Check agent permissions (owner/editors) - note if section is restricted to specific agents
573
+ - Draft content using section instruction
574
+ - Present content + detailed rationale
575
+ - **IF elicit: true** → MANDATORY 1-9 options format
576
+ - Save to file if possible
577
+ 4. **Continue until complete**
678
578
 
679
- ### 1. Identify Template
579
+ ## Detailed Rationale Requirements
680
580
 
681
- - Load from `templates#*` or `{root}/templates directory`
682
- - Agent-specific templates are listed in agent's dependencies
683
- - If agent has `templates: [prd-tmpl, architecture-tmpl]` for example, then offer to create "PRD" and "Architecture" documents
581
+ When presenting section content, ALWAYS include rationale that explains:
684
582
 
685
- ### 2. Ask Interaction Mode
583
+ - Trade-offs and choices made (what was chosen over alternatives and why)
584
+ - Key assumptions made during drafting
585
+ - Interesting or questionable decisions that need user attention
586
+ - Areas that might need validation
686
587
 
687
- > 1. **Incremental** - Section by section with reviews
688
- > 2. **YOLO Mode** - Complete draft then review (user can type `/yolo` anytime to switch)
588
+ ## Elicitation Results Flow
689
589
 
690
- ### 3. Execute Template
590
+ After user selects elicitation method (2-9):
691
591
 
692
- - Replace {{placeholders}} with real content
693
- - Execute [[LLM:]] instructions as you encounter them
694
- - Process <<REPEAT>> loops and ^^CONDITIONS^^
695
- - Use @{examples} for guidance but never output them
592
+ 1. Execute method from data/elicitation-methods
593
+ 2. Present results with insights
594
+ 3. Offer options:
595
+ - **1. Apply changes and update section**
596
+ - **2. Return to elicitation menu**
597
+ - **3. Ask any questions or engage further with this elicitation**
696
598
 
697
- ### 4. Key Execution Patterns
599
+ ## Agent Permissions
698
600
 
699
- **When you see:** `[[LLM: Draft X and immediately execute tasks#advanced-elicitation]]`
601
+ When processing sections with agent permission fields:
700
602
 
701
- - Draft the content
702
- - Present it to user
703
- - IMMEDIATELY execute the task
704
- - Wait for completion before continuing
603
+ - **owner**: Note which agent role initially creates/populates the section
604
+ - **editors**: List agent roles allowed to modify the section
605
+ - **readonly**: Mark sections that cannot be modified after creation
705
606
 
706
- **When you see:** `[[LLM: After section completion, apply tasks#Y]]`
607
+ **For sections with restricted access:**
707
608
 
708
- - Finish the section
709
- - STOP and execute the task
710
- - Wait for user input
609
+ - Include a note in the generated document indicating the responsible agent
610
+ - Example: "_(This section is owned by dev-agent and can only be modified by dev-agent)_"
711
611
 
712
- ### 5. Validation & Final Presentation
612
+ ## YOLO Mode
713
613
 
714
- - Run any specified checklists
715
- - Present clean, formatted content only
716
- - No truncation or summarization
717
- - Begin directly with content (no preamble)
718
- - Include any handoff prompts from template
614
+ User can type `#yolo` to toggle to YOLO mode (process all sections at once).
719
615
 
720
- ### 6. Update Workflow Plan (if applicable)
616
+ ## CRITICAL REMINDERS
721
617
 
722
- [[LLM: After successful document creation]]
618
+ **❌ NEVER:**
723
619
 
724
- - If plan tracking is enabled and document was part of plan:
725
- - Call update-workflow-plan task to mark step complete
726
- - Parameters: task: create-doc, step_id: {from plan}, status: complete
727
- - Show next recommended step from plan
620
+ - Ask yes/no questions for elicitation
621
+ - Use any format other than 1-9 numbered options
622
+ - Create new elicitation methods
728
623
 
729
- ## Common Mistakes to Avoid
624
+ **✅ ALWAYS:**
730
625
 
731
- Skipping elicitation tasks
732
- Showing template markup to users
733
- Continuing past STOP signals
734
- Combining multiple review points
626
+ - Use exact 1-9 format when elicit: true
627
+ - Select options 2-9 from data/elicitation-methods only
628
+ - Provide detailed rationale explaining decisions
629
+ - End with "Select 1-9 or just type your question/feedback:"
630
+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/create-doc.md ====================
735
631
 
736
- Execute ALL instructions in sequence
737
- ✅ Present only clean, formatted content
738
- ✅ Stop at every elicitation point
739
- ✅ Wait for user confirmation when instructed
740
-
741
- ## Remember
742
-
743
- Templates contain precise instructions for a reason. Follow them exactly to ensure document quality and completeness.
744
- ==================== END: tasks#create-doc ====================
745
-
746
- ==================== START: tasks#advanced-elicitation ====================
632
+ ==================== START: .bmad-core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.md ====================
747
633
  # Advanced Elicitation Task
748
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749
635
  ## Purpose
@@ -751,94 +637,119 @@ Templates contain precise instructions for a reason. Follow them exactly to ensu
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  - Provide optional reflective and brainstorming actions to enhance content quality
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  - Enable deeper exploration of ideas through structured elicitation techniques
753
639
  - Support iterative refinement through multiple analytical perspectives
640
+ - Usable during template-driven document creation or any chat conversation
754
641
 
755
- ## Task Instructions
642
+ ## Usage Scenarios
756
643
 
757
- ### 1. Section Context and Review
644
+ ### Scenario 1: Template Document Creation
758
645
 
759
- [[LLM: When invoked after outputting a section:
646
+ After outputting a section during document creation:
760
647
 
761
- 1. First, provide a brief 1-2 sentence summary of what the user should look for in the section just presented (e.g., "Please review the technology choices for completeness and alignment with your project needs. Pay special attention to version numbers and any missing categories.")
648
+ 1. **Section Review**: Ask user to review the drafted section
649
+ 2. **Offer Elicitation**: Present 9 carefully selected elicitation methods
650
+ 3. **Simple Selection**: User types a number (0-8) to engage method, or 9 to proceed
651
+ 4. **Execute & Loop**: Apply selected method, then re-offer choices until user proceeds
762
652
 
763
- 2. If the section contains Mermaid diagrams, explain each diagram briefly before offering elicitation options (e.g., "The component diagram shows the main system modules and their interactions. Notice how the API Gateway routes requests to different services.")
653
+ ### Scenario 2: General Chat Elicitation
764
654
 
765
- 3. If the section contains multiple distinct items (like multiple components, multiple patterns, etc.), inform the user they can apply elicitation actions to:
655
+ User can request advanced elicitation on any agent output:
766
656
 
767
- - The entire section as a whole
768
- - Individual items within the section (specify which item when selecting an action)
657
+ - User says "do advanced elicitation" or similar
658
+ - Agent selects 9 relevant methods for the context
659
+ - Same simple 0-9 selection process
769
660
 
770
- 4. Then present the action list as specified below.]]
661
+ ## Task Instructions
771
662
 
772
- ### 2. Ask for Review and Present Action List
663
+ ### 1. Intelligent Method Selection
773
664
 
774
- [[LLM: Ask the user to review the drafted section. In the SAME message, inform them that they can suggest additions, removals, or modifications, OR they can select an action by number from the 'Advanced Reflective, Elicitation & Brainstorming Actions'. If there are multiple items in the section, mention they can specify which item(s) to apply the action to. Then, present ONLY the numbered list (0-9) of these actions. Conclude by stating that selecting 9 will proceed to the next section. Await user selection. If an elicitation action (0-8) is chosen, execute it and then re-offer this combined review/elicitation choice. If option 9 is chosen, or if the user provides direct feedback, proceed accordingly.]]
665
+ **Context Analysis**: Before presenting options, analyze:
775
666
 
776
- **Present the numbered list (0-9) with this exact format:**
667
+ - **Content Type**: Technical specs, user stories, architecture, requirements, etc.
668
+ - **Complexity Level**: Simple, moderate, or complex content
669
+ - **Stakeholder Needs**: Who will use this information
670
+ - **Risk Level**: High-impact decisions vs routine items
671
+ - **Creative Potential**: Opportunities for innovation or alternatives
777
672
 
778
- ```text
779
- **Advanced Reflective, Elicitation & Brainstorming Actions**
780
- Choose an action (0-9 - 9 to bypass - HELP for explanation of these options):
781
-
782
- 0. Expand or Contract for Audience
783
- 1. Explain Reasoning (CoT Step-by-Step)
784
- 2. Critique and Refine
785
- 3. Analyze Logical Flow and Dependencies
786
- 4. Assess Alignment with Overall Goals
787
- 5. Identify Potential Risks and Unforeseen Issues
788
- 6. Challenge from Critical Perspective (Self or Other Persona)
789
- 7. Explore Diverse Alternatives (ToT-Inspired)
790
- 8. Hindsight is 20/20: The 'If Only...' Reflection
791
- 9. Proceed / No Further Actions
792
- ```
673
+ **Method Selection Strategy**:
674
+
675
+ 1. **Always Include Core Methods** (choose 3-4):
676
+ - Expand or Contract for Audience
677
+ - Critique and Refine
678
+ - Identify Potential Risks
679
+ - Assess Alignment with Goals
680
+
681
+ 2. **Context-Specific Methods** (choose 4-5):
682
+ - **Technical Content**: Tree of Thoughts, ReWOO, Meta-Prompting
683
+ - **User-Facing Content**: Agile Team Perspective, Stakeholder Roundtable
684
+ - **Creative Content**: Innovation Tournament, Escape Room Challenge
685
+ - **Strategic Content**: Red Team vs Blue Team, Hindsight Reflection
686
+
687
+ 3. **Always Include**: "Proceed / No Further Actions" as option 9
793
688
 
794
- ### 2. Processing Guidelines
689
+ ### 2. Section Context and Review
795
690
 
796
- **Do NOT show:**
691
+ When invoked after outputting a section:
797
692
 
798
- - The full protocol text with `[[LLM: ...]]` instructions
799
- - Detailed explanations of each option unless executing or the user asks, when giving the definition you can modify to tie its relevance
800
- - Any internal template markup
693
+ 1. **Provide Context Summary**: Give a brief 1-2 sentence summary of what the user should look for in the section just presented
801
694
 
802
- **After user selection from the list:**
695
+ 2. **Explain Visual Elements**: If the section contains diagrams, explain them briefly before offering elicitation options
803
696
 
804
- - Execute the chosen action according to the protocol instructions below
805
- - Ask if they want to select another action or proceed with option 9 once complete
806
- - Continue until user selects option 9 or indicates completion
697
+ 3. **Clarify Scope Options**: If the section contains multiple distinct items, inform the user they can apply elicitation actions to:
698
+ - The entire section as a whole
699
+ - Individual items within the section (specify which item when selecting an action)
807
700
 
808
- ## Action Definitions
701
+ ### 3. Present Elicitation Options
809
702
 
810
- 0. Expand or Contract for Audience
811
- [[LLM: Ask the user whether they want to 'expand' on the content (add more detail, elaborate) or 'contract' it (simplify, clarify, make more concise). Also, ask if there's a specific target audience they have in mind. Once clarified, perform the expansion or contraction from your current role's perspective, tailored to the specified audience if provided.]]
703
+ **Review Request Process:**
812
704
 
813
- 1. Explain Reasoning (CoT Step-by-Step)
814
- [[LLM: Explain the step-by-step thinking process, characteristic of your role, that you used to arrive at the current proposal for this content.]]
705
+ - Ask the user to review the drafted section
706
+ - In the SAME message, inform them they can suggest direct changes OR select an elicitation method
707
+ - Present 9 intelligently selected methods (0-8) plus "Proceed" (9)
708
+ - Keep descriptions short - just the method name
709
+ - Await simple numeric selection
815
710
 
816
- 2. Critique and Refine
817
- [[LLM: From your current role's perspective, review your last output or the current section for flaws, inconsistencies, or areas for improvement, and then suggest a refined version reflecting your expertise.]]
711
+ **Action List Presentation Format:**
818
712
 
819
- 3. Analyze Logical Flow and Dependencies
820
- [[LLM: From your role's standpoint, examine the content's structure for logical progression, internal consistency, and any relevant dependencies. Confirm if elements are presented in an effective order.]]
713
+ ```text
714
+ **Advanced Elicitation Options**
715
+ Choose a number (0-8) or 9 to proceed:
716
+
717
+ 0. [Method Name]
718
+ 1. [Method Name]
719
+ 2. [Method Name]
720
+ 3. [Method Name]
721
+ 4. [Method Name]
722
+ 5. [Method Name]
723
+ 6. [Method Name]
724
+ 7. [Method Name]
725
+ 8. [Method Name]
726
+ 9. Proceed / No Further Actions
727
+ ```
821
728
 
822
- 4. Assess Alignment with Overall Goals
823
- [[LLM: Evaluate how well the current content contributes to the stated overall goals of the document, interpreting this from your specific role's perspective and identifying any misalignments you perceive.]]
729
+ **Response Handling:**
824
730
 
825
- 5. Identify Potential Risks and Unforeseen Issues
826
- [[LLM: Based on your role's expertise, brainstorm potential risks, overlooked edge cases, or unintended consequences related to the current content or proposal.]]
731
+ - **Numbers 0-8**: Execute the selected method, then re-offer the choice
732
+ - **Number 9**: Proceed to next section or continue conversation
733
+ - **Direct Feedback**: Apply user's suggested changes and continue
827
734
 
828
- 6. Challenge from Critical Perspective (Self or Other Persona)
829
- [[LLM: Adopt a critical perspective on the current content. If the user specifies another role or persona (e.g., 'as a customer', 'as [Another Persona Name]'), critique the content or play devil's advocate from that specified viewpoint. If no other role is specified, play devil's advocate from your own current persona's viewpoint, arguing against the proposal or current content and highlighting weaknesses or counterarguments specific to your concerns. This can also randomly include YAGNI when appropriate, such as when trimming the scope of an MVP, the perspective might challenge the need for something to cut MVP scope.]]
735
+ ### 4. Method Execution Framework
830
736
 
831
- 7. Explore Diverse Alternatives (ToT-Inspired)
832
- [[LLM: From your role's perspective, first broadly brainstorm a range of diverse approaches or solutions to the current topic. Then, from this wider exploration, select and present 2 distinct alternatives, detailing the pros, cons, and potential implications you foresee for each.]]
737
+ **Execution Process:**
833
738
 
834
- 8. Hindsight is 20/20: The 'If Only...' Reflection
835
- [[LLM: In your current persona, imagine it's a retrospective for a project based on the current content. What's the one 'if only we had known/done X...' that your role would humorously or dramatically highlight, along with the imagined consequences?]]
739
+ 1. **Retrieve Method**: Access the specific elicitation method from the elicitation-methods data file
740
+ 2. **Apply Context**: Execute the method from your current role's perspective
741
+ 3. **Provide Results**: Deliver insights, critiques, or alternatives relevant to the content
742
+ 4. **Re-offer Choice**: Present the same 9 options again until user selects 9 or gives direct feedback
836
743
 
837
- 9. Proceed / No Further Actions
838
- [[LLM: Acknowledge the user's choice to finalize the current work, accept the AI's last output as is, or move on to the next step without selecting another action from this list. Prepare to proceed accordingly.]]
839
- ==================== END: tasks#advanced-elicitation ====================
744
+ **Execution Guidelines:**
745
+
746
+ - **Be Concise**: Focus on actionable insights, not lengthy explanations
747
+ - **Stay Relevant**: Tie all elicitation back to the specific content being analyzed
748
+ - **Identify Personas**: For multi-persona methods, clearly identify which viewpoint is speaking
749
+ - **Maintain Flow**: Keep the process moving efficiently
750
+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.md ====================
840
751
 
841
- ==================== START: tasks#document-project ====================
752
+ ==================== START: .bmad-core/tasks/document-project.md ====================
842
753
  # Document an Existing Project
843
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844
755
  ## Purpose
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1156
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  - Documents technical debt, workarounds, and constraints honestly
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  - For brownfield projects with PRD: Provides clear enhancement impact analysis
1158
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  - The goal is PRACTICAL documentation for AI agents doing real work
1159
- ==================== END: tasks#document-project ====================
1160
-
1161
- ==================== START: templates#project-brief-tmpl ====================
1162
- ---
1163
- defaultOutput: docs/brief.md
1164
- ---
1165
-
1166
- # Project Brief: {{Project Name}}
1167
-
1168
- [[LLM: This template guides creation of a comprehensive Project Brief that serves as the foundational input for product development.
1169
-
1170
- Start by asking the user which mode they prefer:
1171
-
1172
- 1. **Interactive Mode** - Work through each section collaboratively
1173
- 2. **YOLO Mode** - Generate complete draft for review and refinement
1174
-
1175
- Before beginning, understand what inputs are available (brainstorming results, market research, competitive analysis, initial ideas) and gather project context.]]
1176
-
1177
- ## Executive Summary
1178
-
1179
- [[LLM: Create a concise overview that captures the essence of the project. Include:
1180
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1181
- - Product concept in 1-2 sentences
1182
- - Primary problem being solved
1183
- - Target market identification
1184
- - Key value proposition]]
1185
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1186
- {{Write executive summary based on information gathered}}
1187
-
1188
- ## Problem Statement
1189
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- [[LLM: Articulate the problem with clarity and evidence. Address:
1191
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1192
- - Current state and pain points
1193
- - Impact of the problem (quantify if possible)
1194
- - Why existing solutions fall short
1195
- - Urgency and importance of solving this now]]
1196
-
1197
- {{Detailed problem description with supporting evidence}}
1198
-
1199
- ## Proposed Solution
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-
1201
- [[LLM: Describe the solution approach at a high level. Include:
1202
-
1203
- - Core concept and approach
1204
- - Key differentiators from existing solutions
1205
- - Why this solution will succeed where others haven't
1206
- - High-level vision for the product]]
1207
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1208
- {{Solution description focusing on the "what" and "why", not implementation details}}
1209
-
1210
- ## Target Users
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- [[LLM: Define and characterize the intended users with specificity. For each user segment include:
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1214
- - Demographic/firmographic profile
1215
- - Current behaviors and workflows
1216
- - Specific needs and pain points
1217
- - Goals they're trying to achieve]]
1218
-
1219
- ### Primary User Segment: {{Segment Name}}
1220
-
1221
- {{Detailed description of primary users}}
1222
-
1223
- ### Secondary User Segment: {{Segment Name}}
1224
-
1225
- {{Description of secondary users if applicable}}
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-
1227
- ## Goals & Success Metrics
1228
-
1229
- [[LLM: Establish clear objectives and how to measure success. Make goals SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound)]]
1230
-
1231
- ### Business Objectives
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-
1233
- - {{Objective 1 with metric}}
1234
- - {{Objective 2 with metric}}
1235
- - {{Objective 3 with metric}}
1236
-
1237
- ### User Success Metrics
1238
-
1239
- - {{How users will measure value}}
1240
- - {{Engagement metrics}}
1241
- - {{Satisfaction indicators}}
1242
-
1243
- ### Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
1244
-
1245
- - {{KPI 1: Definition and target}}
1246
- - {{KPI 2: Definition and target}}
1247
- - {{KPI 3: Definition and target}}
1248
-
1249
- ## MVP Scope
1250
-
1251
- [[LLM: Define the minimum viable product clearly. Be specific about what's in and what's out. Help user distinguish must-haves from nice-to-haves.]]
1252
-
1253
- ### Core Features (Must Have)
1254
-
1255
- - **Feature 1:** {{Brief description and why it's essential}}
1256
- - **Feature 2:** {{Brief description and why it's essential}}
1257
- - **Feature 3:** {{Brief description and why it's essential}}
1258
-
1259
- ### Out of Scope for MVP
1260
-
1261
- - {{Feature/capability explicitly not in MVP}}
1262
- - {{Feature/capability to be considered post-MVP}}
1263
-
1264
- ### MVP Success Criteria
1265
-
1266
- {{Define what constitutes a successful MVP launch}}
1267
-
1268
- ## Post-MVP Vision
1269
-
1270
- [[LLM: Outline the longer-term product direction without overcommitting to specifics]]
1271
-
1272
- ### Phase 2 Features
1273
-
1274
- {{Next priority features after MVP success}}
1275
-
1276
- ### Long-term Vision
1277
-
1278
- {{Where this product could go in 1-2 years}}
1279
-
1280
- ### Expansion Opportunities
1281
-
1282
- {{Potential new markets, use cases, or integrations}}
1283
-
1284
- ## Technical Considerations
1285
-
1286
- [[LLM: Document known technical constraints and preferences. Note these are initial thoughts, not final decisions.]]
1287
-
1288
- ### Platform Requirements
1289
-
1290
- - **Target Platforms:** {{Web, mobile, desktop, etc.}}
1291
- - **Browser/OS Support:** {{Specific requirements}}
1292
- - **Performance Requirements:** {{Load times, concurrent users, etc.}}
1293
-
1294
- ### Technology Preferences
1295
-
1296
- - **Frontend:** {{If any preferences exist}}
1297
- - **Backend:** {{If any preferences exist}}
1298
- - **Database:** {{If any preferences exist}}
1299
- - **Hosting/Infrastructure:** {{Cloud preferences, on-prem requirements}}
1300
-
1301
- ### Architecture Considerations
1302
-
1303
- - **Repository Structure:** {{Initial thoughts on monorepo vs. polyrepo}}
1304
- - **Service Architecture:** {{Initial thoughts on monolith vs. microservices}}
1305
- - **Integration Requirements:** {{Third-party services, APIs}}
1306
- - **Security/Compliance:** {{Any specific requirements}}
1307
-
1308
- ## Constraints & Assumptions
1309
-
1310
- [[LLM: Clearly state limitations and assumptions to set realistic expectations]]
1311
-
1312
- ### Constraints
1313
-
1314
- - **Budget:** {{If known}}
1315
- - **Timeline:** {{Target launch date or development timeframe}}
1316
- - **Resources:** {{Team size, skill constraints}}
1317
- - **Technical:** {{Legacy systems, required tech stack}}
1318
-
1319
- ### Key Assumptions
1320
-
1321
- - {{Assumption about users, market, or technology}}
1322
- - {{Assumption about resources or support}}
1323
- - {{Assumption about external dependencies}}
1324
-
1325
- ## Risks & Open Questions
1326
-
1327
- [[LLM: Identify unknowns and potential challenges proactively]]
1328
-
1329
- ### Key Risks
1330
-
1331
- - **Risk 1:** {{Description and potential impact}}
1332
- - **Risk 2:** {{Description and potential impact}}
1333
- - **Risk 3:** {{Description and potential impact}}
1334
-
1335
- ### Open Questions
1336
-
1337
- - {{Question needing research or decision}}
1338
- - {{Question about technical approach}}
1339
- - {{Question about market or users}}
1340
-
1341
- ### Areas Needing Further Research
1342
-
1343
- - {{Topic requiring deeper investigation}}
1344
- - {{Validation needed before proceeding}}
1345
-
1346
- ## Appendices
1347
-
1348
- ### A. Research Summary
1349
-
1350
- {{If applicable, summarize key findings from:
1351
-
1352
- - Market research
1353
- - Competitive analysis
1354
- - User interviews
1355
- - Technical feasibility studies}}
1356
-
1357
- ### B. Stakeholder Input
1358
-
1359
- {{Key feedback or requirements from stakeholders}}
1360
-
1361
- ### C. References
1362
-
1363
- {{Links to relevant documents, research, or examples}}
1364
-
1365
- ## Next Steps
1366
-
1367
- ### Immediate Actions
1368
-
1369
- 1. {{First concrete next step}}
1370
- 2. {{Second concrete next step}}
1371
- 3. {{Third concrete next step}}
1372
-
1373
- ### PM Handoff
1374
-
1375
- This Project Brief provides the full context for {{Project Name}}. Please start in 'PRD Generation Mode', review the brief thoroughly to work with the user to create the PRD section by section as the template indicates, asking for any necessary clarification or suggesting improvements.
1376
-
1377
- ---
1378
-
1379
- [[LLM: After completing each major section (not subsections), offer advanced elicitation with these custom options for project briefs:
1380
-
1381
- **Project Brief Elicitation Actions** 0. Expand section with more specific details
1382
-
1383
- 1. Validate against similar successful products
1384
- 2. Stress test assumptions with edge cases
1385
- 3. Explore alternative solution approaches
1386
- 4. Analyze resource/constraint trade-offs
1387
- 5. Generate risk mitigation strategies
1388
- 6. Challenge scope from MVP minimalist view
1389
- 7. Brainstorm creative feature possibilities
1390
- 8. If only we had [resource/capability/time]...
1391
- 9. Proceed to next section
1392
-
1393
- These replace the standard elicitation options when working on project brief documents.]]
1394
- ==================== END: templates#project-brief-tmpl ====================
1395
-
1396
- ==================== START: templates#market-research-tmpl ====================
1397
- # Market Research Report: {{Project/Product Name}}
1398
-
1399
- [[LLM: The default path and filename unless specified is docs/market-research.md]]
1400
-
1401
- [[LLM: This template guides the creation of a comprehensive market research report. Begin by understanding what market insights the user needs and why. Work through each section systematically, using the appropriate analytical frameworks based on the research objectives.]]
1402
-
1403
- ## Executive Summary
1404
-
1405
- {{Provide a high-level overview of key findings, market opportunity assessment, and strategic recommendations. Write this section LAST after completing all other sections.}}
1406
-
1407
- ## Research Objectives & Methodology
1408
-
1409
- ### Research Objectives
1410
-
1411
- {{List the primary objectives of this market research:
1412
-
1413
- - What decisions will this research inform?
1414
- - What specific questions need to be answered?
1415
- - What are the success criteria for this research?}}
1416
-
1417
- ### Research Methodology
1418
-
1419
- {{Describe the research approach:
1420
-
1421
- - Data sources used (primary/secondary)
1422
- - Analysis frameworks applied
1423
- - Data collection timeframe
1424
- - Limitations and assumptions}}
1425
-
1426
- ## Market Overview
1427
-
1428
- ### Market Definition
1429
-
1430
- {{Define the market being analyzed:
1431
-
1432
- - Product/service category
1433
- - Geographic scope
1434
- - Customer segments included
1435
- - Value chain position}}
1436
-
1437
- ### Market Size & Growth
1438
-
1439
- [[LLM: Guide through TAM, SAM, SOM calculations with clear assumptions. Use one or more approaches:
1440
-
1441
- - Top-down: Start with industry data, narrow down
1442
- - Bottom-up: Build from customer/unit economics
1443
- - Value theory: Based on value provided vs. alternatives]]
1444
-
1445
- #### Total Addressable Market (TAM)
1446
-
1447
- {{Calculate and explain the total market opportunity}}
1448
-
1449
- #### Serviceable Addressable Market (SAM)
1450
-
1451
- {{Define the portion of TAM you can realistically reach}}
1452
-
1453
- #### Serviceable Obtainable Market (SOM)
1454
-
1455
- {{Estimate the portion you can realistically capture}}
1456
-
1457
- ### Market Trends & Drivers
1458
-
1459
- [[LLM: Analyze key trends shaping the market using appropriate frameworks like PESTEL]]
1460
-
1461
- #### Key Market Trends
1462
-
1463
- {{List and explain 3-5 major trends:
1464
-
1465
- - Trend 1: Description and impact
1466
- - Trend 2: Description and impact
1467
- - etc.}}
1468
-
1469
- #### Growth Drivers
1470
-
1471
- {{Identify primary factors driving market growth}}
1472
-
1473
- #### Market Inhibitors
1474
-
1475
- {{Identify factors constraining market growth}}
1476
-
1477
- ## Customer Analysis
1478
-
1479
- ### Target Segment Profiles
1480
-
1481
- [[LLM: For each segment, create detailed profiles including demographics/firmographics, psychographics, behaviors, needs, and willingness to pay]]
1482
-
1483
- #### Segment 1: {{Segment Name}}
1484
-
1485
- - **Description:** {{Brief overview}}
1486
- - **Size:** {{Number of customers/market value}}
1487
- - **Characteristics:** {{Key demographics/firmographics}}
1488
- - **Needs & Pain Points:** {{Primary problems they face}}
1489
- - **Buying Process:** {{How they make purchasing decisions}}
1490
- - **Willingness to Pay:** {{Price sensitivity and value perception}}
1491
-
1492
- <<REPEAT for each additional segment>>
1493
-
1494
- ### Jobs-to-be-Done Analysis
1495
-
1496
- [[LLM: Uncover what customers are really trying to accomplish]]
1497
-
1498
- #### Functional Jobs
1499
-
1500
- {{List practical tasks and objectives customers need to complete}}
1501
-
1502
- #### Emotional Jobs
1503
-
1504
- {{Describe feelings and perceptions customers seek}}
1505
-
1506
- #### Social Jobs
1507
-
1508
- {{Explain how customers want to be perceived by others}}
1509
-
1510
- ### Customer Journey Mapping
1511
-
1512
- [[LLM: Map the end-to-end customer experience for primary segments]]
1513
-
1514
- {{For primary customer segment:
1515
-
1516
- 1. **Awareness:** How they discover solutions
1517
- 2. **Consideration:** Evaluation criteria and process
1518
- 3. **Purchase:** Decision triggers and barriers
1519
- 4. **Onboarding:** Initial experience expectations
1520
- 5. **Usage:** Ongoing interaction patterns
1521
- 6. **Advocacy:** Referral and expansion behaviors}}
1522
-
1523
- ## Competitive Landscape
1524
-
1525
- ### Market Structure
1526
-
1527
- {{Describe the overall competitive environment:
1528
-
1529
- - Number of competitors
1530
- - Market concentration
1531
- - Competitive intensity}}
1532
-
1533
- ### Major Players Analysis
1534
-
1535
- {{For top 3-5 competitors:
1536
-
1537
- - Company name and brief description
1538
- - Market share estimate
1539
- - Key strengths and weaknesses
1540
- - Target customer focus
1541
- - Pricing strategy}}
1542
-
1543
- ### Competitive Positioning
1544
-
1545
- {{Analyze how competitors are positioned:
1546
-
1547
- - Value propositions
1548
- - Differentiation strategies
1549
- - Market gaps and opportunities}}
1550
-
1551
- ## Industry Analysis
1552
-
1553
- ### Porter's Five Forces Assessment
1554
-
1555
- [[LLM: Analyze each force with specific evidence and implications]]
1556
-
1557
- #### Supplier Power: {{Low/Medium/High}}
1558
-
1559
- {{Analysis and implications}}
1560
-
1561
- #### Buyer Power: {{Low/Medium/High}}
1562
-
1563
- {{Analysis and implications}}
1564
-
1565
- #### Competitive Rivalry: {{Low/Medium/High}}
1566
-
1567
- {{Analysis and implications}}
1568
-
1569
- #### Threat of New Entry: {{Low/Medium/High}}
1570
-
1571
- {{Analysis and implications}}
1572
-
1573
- #### Threat of Substitutes: {{Low/Medium/High}}
1574
-
1575
- {{Analysis and implications}}
1576
-
1577
- ### Technology Adoption Lifecycle Stage
1578
-
1579
- {{Identify where the market is in the adoption curve:
1580
-
1581
- - Current stage and evidence
1582
- - Implications for strategy
1583
- - Expected progression timeline}}
1584
-
1585
- ## Opportunity Assessment
1586
-
1587
- ### Market Opportunities
1588
-
1589
- [[LLM: Identify specific opportunities based on the analysis]]
1590
-
1591
- #### Opportunity 1: {{Name}}
1592
-
1593
- - **Description:** {{What is the opportunity?}}
1594
- - **Size/Potential:** {{Quantify if possible}}
1595
- - **Requirements:** {{What's needed to capture it?}}
1596
- - **Risks:** {{Key challenges or barriers}}
1597
-
1598
- <<REPEAT for additional opportunities>>
1599
-
1600
- ### Strategic Recommendations
1601
-
1602
- #### Go-to-Market Strategy
1603
-
1604
- {{Recommend approach for market entry/expansion:
1605
-
1606
- - Target segment prioritization
1607
- - Positioning strategy
1608
- - Channel strategy
1609
- - Partnership opportunities}}
1610
-
1611
- #### Pricing Strategy
1612
-
1613
- {{Based on willingness to pay analysis and competitive landscape:
1614
-
1615
- - Recommended pricing model
1616
- - Price points/ranges
1617
- - Value metric
1618
- - Competitive positioning}}
1619
-
1620
- #### Risk Mitigation
1621
-
1622
- {{Key risks and mitigation strategies:
1623
-
1624
- - Market risks
1625
- - Competitive risks
1626
- - Execution risks
1627
- - Regulatory/compliance risks}}
1628
-
1629
- ## Appendices
1630
-
1631
- ### A. Data Sources
1632
-
1633
- {{List all sources used in the research}}
1634
-
1635
- ### B. Detailed Calculations
1636
-
1637
- {{Include any complex calculations or models}}
1638
-
1639
- ### C. Additional Analysis
1640
-
1641
- {{Any supplementary analysis not included in main body}}
1642
-
1643
- ---
1644
-
1645
- [[LLM: After completing the document, offer advanced elicitation with these custom options for market research:
1646
-
1647
- **Market Research Elicitation Actions** 0. Expand market sizing calculations with sensitivity analysis
1648
-
1649
- 1. Deep dive into a specific customer segment
1650
- 2. Analyze an emerging market trend in detail
1651
- 3. Compare this market to an analogous market
1652
- 4. Stress test market assumptions
1653
- 5. Explore adjacent market opportunities
1654
- 6. Challenge market definition and boundaries
1655
- 7. Generate strategic scenarios (best/base/worst case)
1656
- 8. If only we had considered [X market factor]...
1657
- 9. Proceed to next section
1658
-
1659
- These replace the standard elicitation options when working on market research documents.]]
1660
- ==================== END: templates#market-research-tmpl ====================
1661
-
1662
- ==================== START: templates#competitor-analysis-tmpl ====================
1663
- # Competitive Analysis Report: {{Project/Product Name}}
1664
-
1665
- [[LLM: The default path and filename unless specified is docs/competitor-analysis.md]]
1666
-
1667
- [[LLM: This template guides comprehensive competitor analysis. Start by understanding the user's competitive intelligence needs and strategic objectives. Help them identify and prioritize competitors before diving into detailed analysis.]]
1668
-
1669
- ## Executive Summary
1670
-
1671
- {{Provide high-level competitive insights, main threats and opportunities, and recommended strategic actions. Write this section LAST after completing all analysis.}}
1672
-
1673
- ## Analysis Scope & Methodology
1674
-
1675
- ### Analysis Purpose
1676
-
1677
- {{Define the primary purpose:
1678
-
1679
- - New market entry assessment
1680
- - Product positioning strategy
1681
- - Feature gap analysis
1682
- - Pricing strategy development
1683
- - Partnership/acquisition targets
1684
- - Competitive threat assessment}}
1685
-
1686
- ### Competitor Categories Analyzed
1687
-
1688
- {{List categories included:
1689
-
1690
- - Direct Competitors: Same product/service, same target market
1691
- - Indirect Competitors: Different product, same need/problem
1692
- - Potential Competitors: Could enter market easily
1693
- - Substitute Products: Alternative solutions
1694
- - Aspirational Competitors: Best-in-class examples}}
1695
-
1696
- ### Research Methodology
1697
-
1698
- {{Describe approach:
1699
-
1700
- - Information sources used
1701
- - Analysis timeframe
1702
- - Confidence levels
1703
- - Limitations}}
1704
-
1705
- ## Competitive Landscape Overview
1706
-
1707
- ### Market Structure
1708
-
1709
- {{Describe the competitive environment:
1710
-
1711
- - Number of active competitors
1712
- - Market concentration (fragmented/consolidated)
1713
- - Competitive dynamics
1714
- - Recent market entries/exits}}
1715
-
1716
- ### Competitor Prioritization Matrix
1717
-
1718
- [[LLM: Help categorize competitors by market share and strategic threat level]]
1719
-
1720
- {{Create a 2x2 matrix:
1721
-
1722
- - Priority 1 (Core Competitors): High Market Share + High Threat
1723
- - Priority 2 (Emerging Threats): Low Market Share + High Threat
1724
- - Priority 3 (Established Players): High Market Share + Low Threat
1725
- - Priority 4 (Monitor Only): Low Market Share + Low Threat}}
1726
-
1727
- ## Individual Competitor Profiles
1728
-
1729
- [[LLM: Create detailed profiles for each Priority 1 and Priority 2 competitor. For Priority 3 and 4, create condensed profiles.]]
1730
-
1731
- ### {{Competitor Name}} - Priority {{1/2/3/4}}
1732
-
1733
- #### Company Overview
1734
-
1735
- - **Founded:** {{Year, founders}}
1736
- - **Headquarters:** {{Location}}
1737
- - **Company Size:** {{Employees, revenue if known}}
1738
- - **Funding:** {{Total raised, key investors}}
1739
- - **Leadership:** {{Key executives}}
1740
-
1741
- #### Business Model & Strategy
1742
-
1743
- - **Revenue Model:** {{How they make money}}
1744
- - **Target Market:** {{Primary customer segments}}
1745
- - **Value Proposition:** {{Core value promise}}
1746
- - **Go-to-Market Strategy:** {{Sales and marketing approach}}
1747
- - **Strategic Focus:** {{Current priorities}}
1748
-
1749
- #### Product/Service Analysis
1750
-
1751
- - **Core Offerings:** {{Main products/services}}
1752
- - **Key Features:** {{Standout capabilities}}
1753
- - **User Experience:** {{UX strengths/weaknesses}}
1754
- - **Technology Stack:** {{If relevant/known}}
1755
- - **Pricing:** {{Model and price points}}
1756
-
1757
- #### Strengths & Weaknesses
1758
-
1759
- **Strengths:**
1760
-
1761
- - {{Strength 1}}
1762
- - {{Strength 2}}
1763
- - {{Strength 3}}
1764
-
1765
- **Weaknesses:**
1766
-
1767
- - {{Weakness 1}}
1768
- - {{Weakness 2}}
1769
- - {{Weakness 3}}
1770
-
1771
- #### Market Position & Performance
1772
-
1773
- - **Market Share:** {{Estimate if available}}
1774
- - **Customer Base:** {{Size, notable clients}}
1775
- - **Growth Trajectory:** {{Trending up/down/stable}}
1776
- - **Recent Developments:** {{Key news, releases}}
1777
-
1778
- <<REPEAT for each priority competitor>>
1779
-
1780
- ## Comparative Analysis
1781
-
1782
- ### Feature Comparison Matrix
1783
-
1784
- [[LLM: Create a detailed comparison table of key features across competitors]]
1785
-
1786
- | Feature Category | {{Your Company}} | {{Competitor 1}} | {{Competitor 2}} | {{Competitor 3}} |
1787
- | --------------------------- | ------------------- | ------------------- | ------------------- | ------------------- |
1788
- | **Core Functionality** |
1789
- | Feature A | {{✓/✗/Partial}} | {{✓/✗/Partial}} | {{✓/✗/Partial}} | {{✓/✗/Partial}} |
1790
- | Feature B | {{✓/✗/Partial}} | {{✓/✗/Partial}} | {{✓/✗/Partial}} | {{✓/✗/Partial}} |
1791
- | **User Experience** |
1792
- | Mobile App | {{Rating/Status}} | {{Rating/Status}} | {{Rating/Status}} | {{Rating/Status}} |
1793
- | Onboarding Time | {{Time}} | {{Time}} | {{Time}} | {{Time}} |
1794
- | **Integration & Ecosystem** |
1795
- | API Availability | {{Yes/No/Limited}} | {{Yes/No/Limited}} | {{Yes/No/Limited}} | {{Yes/No/Limited}} |
1796
- | Third-party Integrations | {{Number/Key ones}} | {{Number/Key ones}} | {{Number/Key ones}} | {{Number/Key ones}} |
1797
- | **Pricing & Plans** |
1798
- | Starting Price | {{$X}} | {{$X}} | {{$X}} | {{$X}} |
1799
- | Free Tier | {{Yes/No}} | {{Yes/No}} | {{Yes/No}} | {{Yes/No}} |
1800
-
1801
- ### SWOT Comparison
1802
-
1803
- [[LLM: Create SWOT analysis for your solution vs. top competitors]]
1804
-
1805
- #### Your Solution
1806
-
1807
- - **Strengths:** {{List key strengths}}
1808
- - **Weaknesses:** {{List key weaknesses}}
1809
- - **Opportunities:** {{List opportunities}}
1810
- - **Threats:** {{List threats}}
1811
-
1812
- #### vs. {{Main Competitor}}
1813
-
1814
- - **Competitive Advantages:** {{Where you're stronger}}
1815
- - **Competitive Disadvantages:** {{Where they're stronger}}
1816
- - **Differentiation Opportunities:** {{How to stand out}}
1817
-
1818
- ### Positioning Map
1819
-
1820
- [[LLM: Describe competitor positions on key dimensions]]
1821
-
1822
- {{Create a positioning description using 2 key dimensions relevant to the market, such as:
1823
-
1824
- - Price vs. Features
1825
- - Ease of Use vs. Power
1826
- - Specialization vs. Breadth
1827
- - Self-Serve vs. High-Touch}}
1828
-
1829
- ## Strategic Analysis
1830
-
1831
- ### Competitive Advantages Assessment
1832
-
1833
- #### Sustainable Advantages
1834
-
1835
- {{Identify moats and defensible positions:
1836
-
1837
- - Network effects
1838
- - Switching costs
1839
- - Brand strength
1840
- - Technology barriers
1841
- - Regulatory advantages}}
1842
-
1843
- #### Vulnerable Points
1844
-
1845
- {{Where competitors could be challenged:
1846
-
1847
- - Weak customer segments
1848
- - Missing features
1849
- - Poor user experience
1850
- - High prices
1851
- - Limited geographic presence}}
1852
-
1853
- ### Blue Ocean Opportunities
1854
-
1855
- [[LLM: Identify uncontested market spaces]]
1856
-
1857
- {{List opportunities to create new market space:
1858
-
1859
- - Underserved segments
1860
- - Unaddressed use cases
1861
- - New business models
1862
- - Geographic expansion
1863
- - Different value propositions}}
1864
-
1865
- ## Strategic Recommendations
1866
-
1867
- ### Differentiation Strategy
1868
-
1869
- {{How to position against competitors:
1870
-
1871
- - Unique value propositions to emphasize
1872
- - Features to prioritize
1873
- - Segments to target
1874
- - Messaging and positioning}}
1875
-
1876
- ### Competitive Response Planning
1877
-
1878
- #### Offensive Strategies
1879
-
1880
- {{How to gain market share:
1881
-
1882
- - Target competitor weaknesses
1883
- - Win competitive deals
1884
- - Capture their customers}}
1885
-
1886
- #### Defensive Strategies
1887
-
1888
- {{How to protect your position:
1889
-
1890
- - Strengthen vulnerable areas
1891
- - Build switching costs
1892
- - Deepen customer relationships}}
1893
-
1894
- ### Partnership & Ecosystem Strategy
1895
-
1896
- {{Potential collaboration opportunities:
1897
-
1898
- - Complementary players
1899
- - Channel partners
1900
- - Technology integrations
1901
- - Strategic alliances}}
1902
-
1903
- ## Monitoring & Intelligence Plan
1904
-
1905
- ### Key Competitors to Track
1906
-
1907
- {{Priority list with rationale}}
1908
-
1909
- ### Monitoring Metrics
1910
-
1911
- {{What to track:
1912
-
1913
- - Product updates
1914
- - Pricing changes
1915
- - Customer wins/losses
1916
- - Funding/M&A activity
1917
- - Market messaging}}
1918
-
1919
- ### Intelligence Sources
1920
-
1921
- {{Where to gather ongoing intelligence:
1922
-
1923
- - Company websites/blogs
1924
- - Customer reviews
1925
- - Industry reports
1926
- - Social media
1927
- - Patent filings}}
1928
-
1929
- ### Update Cadence
1930
-
1931
- {{Recommended review schedule:
1932
-
1933
- - Weekly: {{What to check}}
1934
- - Monthly: {{What to review}}
1935
- - Quarterly: {{Deep analysis}}}}
1936
-
1937
- ---
1938
-
1939
- [[LLM: After completing the document, offer advanced elicitation with these custom options for competitive analysis:
1940
-
1941
- **Competitive Analysis Elicitation Actions** 0. Deep dive on a specific competitor's strategy
1942
-
1943
- 1. Analyze competitive dynamics in a specific segment
1944
- 2. War game competitive responses to your moves
1945
- 3. Explore partnership vs. competition scenarios
1946
- 4. Stress test differentiation claims
1947
- 5. Analyze disruption potential (yours or theirs)
1948
- 6. Compare to competition in adjacent markets
1949
- 7. Generate win/loss analysis insights
1950
- 8. If only we had known about [competitor X's plan]...
1951
- 9. Proceed to next section
1952
-
1953
- These replace the standard elicitation options when working on competitive analysis documents.]]
1954
- ==================== END: templates#competitor-analysis-tmpl ====================
1955
-
1956
- ==================== START: data#bmad-kb ====================
1070
+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/document-project.md ====================
1071
+
1072
+ ==================== START: .bmad-core/templates/project-brief-tmpl.yaml ====================
1073
+ template:
1074
+ id: project-brief-template-v2
1075
+ name: Project Brief
1076
+ version: 2.0
1077
+ output:
1078
+ format: markdown
1079
+ filename: docs/brief.md
1080
+ title: "Project Brief: {{project_name}}"
1081
+
1082
+ workflow:
1083
+ mode: interactive
1084
+ elicitation: advanced-elicitation
1085
+ custom_elicitation:
1086
+ title: "Project Brief Elicitation Actions"
1087
+ options:
1088
+ - "Expand section with more specific details"
1089
+ - "Validate against similar successful products"
1090
+ - "Stress test assumptions with edge cases"
1091
+ - "Explore alternative solution approaches"
1092
+ - "Analyze resource/constraint trade-offs"
1093
+ - "Generate risk mitigation strategies"
1094
+ - "Challenge scope from MVP minimalist view"
1095
+ - "Brainstorm creative feature possibilities"
1096
+ - "If only we had [resource/capability/time]..."
1097
+ - "Proceed to next section"
1098
+
1099
+ sections:
1100
+ - id: introduction
1101
+ instruction: |
1102
+ This template guides creation of a comprehensive Project Brief that serves as the foundational input for product development.
1103
+
1104
+ Start by asking the user which mode they prefer:
1105
+
1106
+ 1. **Interactive Mode** - Work through each section collaboratively
1107
+ 2. **YOLO Mode** - Generate complete draft for review and refinement
1108
+
1109
+ Before beginning, understand what inputs are available (brainstorming results, market research, competitive analysis, initial ideas) and gather project context.
1110
+
1111
+ - id: executive-summary
1112
+ title: Executive Summary
1113
+ instruction: |
1114
+ Create a concise overview that captures the essence of the project. Include:
1115
+ - Product concept in 1-2 sentences
1116
+ - Primary problem being solved
1117
+ - Target market identification
1118
+ - Key value proposition
1119
+ template: "{{executive_summary_content}}"
1120
+
1121
+ - id: problem-statement
1122
+ title: Problem Statement
1123
+ instruction: |
1124
+ Articulate the problem with clarity and evidence. Address:
1125
+ - Current state and pain points
1126
+ - Impact of the problem (quantify if possible)
1127
+ - Why existing solutions fall short
1128
+ - Urgency and importance of solving this now
1129
+ template: "{{detailed_problem_description}}"
1130
+
1131
+ - id: proposed-solution
1132
+ title: Proposed Solution
1133
+ instruction: |
1134
+ Describe the solution approach at a high level. Include:
1135
+ - Core concept and approach
1136
+ - Key differentiators from existing solutions
1137
+ - Why this solution will succeed where others haven't
1138
+ - High-level vision for the product
1139
+ template: "{{solution_description}}"
1140
+
1141
+ - id: target-users
1142
+ title: Target Users
1143
+ instruction: |
1144
+ Define and characterize the intended users with specificity. For each user segment include:
1145
+ - Demographic/firmographic profile
1146
+ - Current behaviors and workflows
1147
+ - Specific needs and pain points
1148
+ - Goals they're trying to achieve
1149
+ sections:
1150
+ - id: primary-segment
1151
+ title: "Primary User Segment: {{segment_name}}"
1152
+ template: "{{primary_user_description}}"
1153
+ - id: secondary-segment
1154
+ title: "Secondary User Segment: {{segment_name}}"
1155
+ condition: Has secondary user segment
1156
+ template: "{{secondary_user_description}}"
1157
+
1158
+ - id: goals-metrics
1159
+ title: Goals & Success Metrics
1160
+ instruction: Establish clear objectives and how to measure success. Make goals SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound)
1161
+ sections:
1162
+ - id: business-objectives
1163
+ title: Business Objectives
1164
+ type: bullet-list
1165
+ template: "- {{objective_with_metric}}"
1166
+ - id: user-success-metrics
1167
+ title: User Success Metrics
1168
+ type: bullet-list
1169
+ template: "- {{user_metric}}"
1170
+ - id: kpis
1171
+ title: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
1172
+ type: bullet-list
1173
+ template: "- {{kpi}}: {{definition_and_target}}"
1174
+
1175
+ - id: mvp-scope
1176
+ title: MVP Scope
1177
+ instruction: Define the minimum viable product clearly. Be specific about what's in and what's out. Help user distinguish must-haves from nice-to-haves.
1178
+ sections:
1179
+ - id: core-features
1180
+ title: Core Features (Must Have)
1181
+ type: bullet-list
1182
+ template: "- **{{feature}}:** {{description_and_rationale}}"
1183
+ - id: out-of-scope
1184
+ title: Out of Scope for MVP
1185
+ type: bullet-list
1186
+ template: "- {{feature_or_capability}}"
1187
+ - id: mvp-success-criteria
1188
+ title: MVP Success Criteria
1189
+ template: "{{mvp_success_definition}}"
1190
+
1191
+ - id: post-mvp-vision
1192
+ title: Post-MVP Vision
1193
+ instruction: Outline the longer-term product direction without overcommitting to specifics
1194
+ sections:
1195
+ - id: phase-2-features
1196
+ title: Phase 2 Features
1197
+ template: "{{next_priority_features}}"
1198
+ - id: long-term-vision
1199
+ title: Long-term Vision
1200
+ template: "{{one_two_year_vision}}"
1201
+ - id: expansion-opportunities
1202
+ title: Expansion Opportunities
1203
+ template: "{{potential_expansions}}"
1204
+
1205
+ - id: technical-considerations
1206
+ title: Technical Considerations
1207
+ instruction: Document known technical constraints and preferences. Note these are initial thoughts, not final decisions.
1208
+ sections:
1209
+ - id: platform-requirements
1210
+ title: Platform Requirements
1211
+ template: |
1212
+ - **Target Platforms:** {{platforms}}
1213
+ - **Browser/OS Support:** {{specific_requirements}}
1214
+ - **Performance Requirements:** {{performance_specs}}
1215
+ - id: technology-preferences
1216
+ title: Technology Preferences
1217
+ template: |
1218
+ - **Frontend:** {{frontend_preferences}}
1219
+ - **Backend:** {{backend_preferences}}
1220
+ - **Database:** {{database_preferences}}
1221
+ - **Hosting/Infrastructure:** {{infrastructure_preferences}}
1222
+ - id: architecture-considerations
1223
+ title: Architecture Considerations
1224
+ template: |
1225
+ - **Repository Structure:** {{repo_thoughts}}
1226
+ - **Service Architecture:** {{service_thoughts}}
1227
+ - **Integration Requirements:** {{integration_needs}}
1228
+ - **Security/Compliance:** {{security_requirements}}
1229
+
1230
+ - id: constraints-assumptions
1231
+ title: Constraints & Assumptions
1232
+ instruction: Clearly state limitations and assumptions to set realistic expectations
1233
+ sections:
1234
+ - id: constraints
1235
+ title: Constraints
1236
+ template: |
1237
+ - **Budget:** {{budget_info}}
1238
+ - **Timeline:** {{timeline_info}}
1239
+ - **Resources:** {{resource_info}}
1240
+ - **Technical:** {{technical_constraints}}
1241
+ - id: key-assumptions
1242
+ title: Key Assumptions
1243
+ type: bullet-list
1244
+ template: "- {{assumption}}"
1245
+
1246
+ - id: risks-questions
1247
+ title: Risks & Open Questions
1248
+ instruction: Identify unknowns and potential challenges proactively
1249
+ sections:
1250
+ - id: key-risks
1251
+ title: Key Risks
1252
+ type: bullet-list
1253
+ template: "- **{{risk}}:** {{description_and_impact}}"
1254
+ - id: open-questions
1255
+ title: Open Questions
1256
+ type: bullet-list
1257
+ template: "- {{question}}"
1258
+ - id: research-areas
1259
+ title: Areas Needing Further Research
1260
+ type: bullet-list
1261
+ template: "- {{research_topic}}"
1262
+
1263
+ - id: appendices
1264
+ title: Appendices
1265
+ sections:
1266
+ - id: research-summary
1267
+ title: A. Research Summary
1268
+ condition: Has research findings
1269
+ instruction: |
1270
+ If applicable, summarize key findings from:
1271
+ - Market research
1272
+ - Competitive analysis
1273
+ - User interviews
1274
+ - Technical feasibility studies
1275
+ - id: stakeholder-input
1276
+ title: B. Stakeholder Input
1277
+ condition: Has stakeholder feedback
1278
+ template: "{{stakeholder_feedback}}"
1279
+ - id: references
1280
+ title: C. References
1281
+ template: "{{relevant_links_and_docs}}"
1282
+
1283
+ - id: next-steps
1284
+ title: Next Steps
1285
+ sections:
1286
+ - id: immediate-actions
1287
+ title: Immediate Actions
1288
+ type: numbered-list
1289
+ template: "{{action_item}}"
1290
+ - id: pm-handoff
1291
+ title: PM Handoff
1292
+ content: |
1293
+ This Project Brief provides the full context for {{project_name}}. Please start in 'PRD Generation Mode', review the brief thoroughly to work with the user to create the PRD section by section as the template indicates, asking for any necessary clarification or suggesting improvements.
1294
+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/templates/project-brief-tmpl.yaml ====================
1295
+
1296
+ ==================== START: .bmad-core/templates/market-research-tmpl.yaml ====================
1297
+ template:
1298
+ id: market-research-template-v2
1299
+ name: Market Research Report
1300
+ version: 2.0
1301
+ output:
1302
+ format: markdown
1303
+ filename: docs/market-research.md
1304
+ title: "Market Research Report: {{project_product_name}}"
1305
+
1306
+ workflow:
1307
+ mode: interactive
1308
+ elicitation: advanced-elicitation
1309
+ custom_elicitation:
1310
+ title: "Market Research Elicitation Actions"
1311
+ options:
1312
+ - "Expand market sizing calculations with sensitivity analysis"
1313
+ - "Deep dive into a specific customer segment"
1314
+ - "Analyze an emerging market trend in detail"
1315
+ - "Compare this market to an analogous market"
1316
+ - "Stress test market assumptions"
1317
+ - "Explore adjacent market opportunities"
1318
+ - "Challenge market definition and boundaries"
1319
+ - "Generate strategic scenarios (best/base/worst case)"
1320
+ - "If only we had considered [X market factor]..."
1321
+ - "Proceed to next section"
1322
+
1323
+ sections:
1324
+ - id: executive-summary
1325
+ title: Executive Summary
1326
+ instruction: Provide a high-level overview of key findings, market opportunity assessment, and strategic recommendations. Write this section LAST after completing all other sections.
1327
+
1328
+ - id: research-objectives
1329
+ title: Research Objectives & Methodology
1330
+ instruction: This template guides the creation of a comprehensive market research report. Begin by understanding what market insights the user needs and why. Work through each section systematically, using the appropriate analytical frameworks based on the research objectives.
1331
+ sections:
1332
+ - id: objectives
1333
+ title: Research Objectives
1334
+ instruction: |
1335
+ List the primary objectives of this market research:
1336
+ - What decisions will this research inform?
1337
+ - What specific questions need to be answered?
1338
+ - What are the success criteria for this research?
1339
+ - id: methodology
1340
+ title: Research Methodology
1341
+ instruction: |
1342
+ Describe the research approach:
1343
+ - Data sources used (primary/secondary)
1344
+ - Analysis frameworks applied
1345
+ - Data collection timeframe
1346
+ - Limitations and assumptions
1347
+
1348
+ - id: market-overview
1349
+ title: Market Overview
1350
+ sections:
1351
+ - id: market-definition
1352
+ title: Market Definition
1353
+ instruction: |
1354
+ Define the market being analyzed:
1355
+ - Product/service category
1356
+ - Geographic scope
1357
+ - Customer segments included
1358
+ - Value chain position
1359
+ - id: market-size-growth
1360
+ title: Market Size & Growth
1361
+ instruction: |
1362
+ Guide through TAM, SAM, SOM calculations with clear assumptions. Use one or more approaches:
1363
+ - Top-down: Start with industry data, narrow down
1364
+ - Bottom-up: Build from customer/unit economics
1365
+ - Value theory: Based on value provided vs. alternatives
1366
+ sections:
1367
+ - id: tam
1368
+ title: Total Addressable Market (TAM)
1369
+ instruction: Calculate and explain the total market opportunity
1370
+ - id: sam
1371
+ title: Serviceable Addressable Market (SAM)
1372
+ instruction: Define the portion of TAM you can realistically reach
1373
+ - id: som
1374
+ title: Serviceable Obtainable Market (SOM)
1375
+ instruction: Estimate the portion you can realistically capture
1376
+ - id: market-trends
1377
+ title: Market Trends & Drivers
1378
+ instruction: Analyze key trends shaping the market using appropriate frameworks like PESTEL
1379
+ sections:
1380
+ - id: key-trends
1381
+ title: Key Market Trends
1382
+ instruction: |
1383
+ List and explain 3-5 major trends:
1384
+ - Trend 1: Description and impact
1385
+ - Trend 2: Description and impact
1386
+ - etc.
1387
+ - id: growth-drivers
1388
+ title: Growth Drivers
1389
+ instruction: Identify primary factors driving market growth
1390
+ - id: market-inhibitors
1391
+ title: Market Inhibitors
1392
+ instruction: Identify factors constraining market growth
1393
+
1394
+ - id: customer-analysis
1395
+ title: Customer Analysis
1396
+ sections:
1397
+ - id: segment-profiles
1398
+ title: Target Segment Profiles
1399
+ instruction: For each segment, create detailed profiles including demographics/firmographics, psychographics, behaviors, needs, and willingness to pay
1400
+ repeatable: true
1401
+ sections:
1402
+ - id: segment
1403
+ title: "Segment {{segment_number}}: {{segment_name}}"
1404
+ template: |
1405
+ - **Description:** {{brief_overview}}
1406
+ - **Size:** {{number_of_customers_market_value}}
1407
+ - **Characteristics:** {{key_demographics_firmographics}}
1408
+ - **Needs & Pain Points:** {{primary_problems}}
1409
+ - **Buying Process:** {{purchasing_decisions}}
1410
+ - **Willingness to Pay:** {{price_sensitivity}}
1411
+ - id: jobs-to-be-done
1412
+ title: Jobs-to-be-Done Analysis
1413
+ instruction: Uncover what customers are really trying to accomplish
1414
+ sections:
1415
+ - id: functional-jobs
1416
+ title: Functional Jobs
1417
+ instruction: List practical tasks and objectives customers need to complete
1418
+ - id: emotional-jobs
1419
+ title: Emotional Jobs
1420
+ instruction: Describe feelings and perceptions customers seek
1421
+ - id: social-jobs
1422
+ title: Social Jobs
1423
+ instruction: Explain how customers want to be perceived by others
1424
+ - id: customer-journey
1425
+ title: Customer Journey Mapping
1426
+ instruction: Map the end-to-end customer experience for primary segments
1427
+ template: |
1428
+ For primary customer segment:
1429
+
1430
+ 1. **Awareness:** {{discovery_process}}
1431
+ 2. **Consideration:** {{evaluation_criteria}}
1432
+ 3. **Purchase:** {{decision_triggers}}
1433
+ 4. **Onboarding:** {{initial_expectations}}
1434
+ 5. **Usage:** {{interaction_patterns}}
1435
+ 6. **Advocacy:** {{referral_behaviors}}
1436
+
1437
+ - id: competitive-landscape
1438
+ title: Competitive Landscape
1439
+ sections:
1440
+ - id: market-structure
1441
+ title: Market Structure
1442
+ instruction: |
1443
+ Describe the overall competitive environment:
1444
+ - Number of competitors
1445
+ - Market concentration
1446
+ - Competitive intensity
1447
+ - id: major-players
1448
+ title: Major Players Analysis
1449
+ instruction: |
1450
+ For top 3-5 competitors:
1451
+ - Company name and brief description
1452
+ - Market share estimate
1453
+ - Key strengths and weaknesses
1454
+ - Target customer focus
1455
+ - Pricing strategy
1456
+ - id: competitive-positioning
1457
+ title: Competitive Positioning
1458
+ instruction: |
1459
+ Analyze how competitors are positioned:
1460
+ - Value propositions
1461
+ - Differentiation strategies
1462
+ - Market gaps and opportunities
1463
+
1464
+ - id: industry-analysis
1465
+ title: Industry Analysis
1466
+ sections:
1467
+ - id: porters-five-forces
1468
+ title: Porter's Five Forces Assessment
1469
+ instruction: Analyze each force with specific evidence and implications
1470
+ sections:
1471
+ - id: supplier-power
1472
+ title: "Supplier Power: {{power_level}}"
1473
+ template: "{{analysis_and_implications}}"
1474
+ - id: buyer-power
1475
+ title: "Buyer Power: {{power_level}}"
1476
+ template: "{{analysis_and_implications}}"
1477
+ - id: competitive-rivalry
1478
+ title: "Competitive Rivalry: {{intensity_level}}"
1479
+ template: "{{analysis_and_implications}}"
1480
+ - id: threat-new-entry
1481
+ title: "Threat of New Entry: {{threat_level}}"
1482
+ template: "{{analysis_and_implications}}"
1483
+ - id: threat-substitutes
1484
+ title: "Threat of Substitutes: {{threat_level}}"
1485
+ template: "{{analysis_and_implications}}"
1486
+ - id: adoption-lifecycle
1487
+ title: Technology Adoption Lifecycle Stage
1488
+ instruction: |
1489
+ Identify where the market is in the adoption curve:
1490
+ - Current stage and evidence
1491
+ - Implications for strategy
1492
+ - Expected progression timeline
1493
+
1494
+ - id: opportunity-assessment
1495
+ title: Opportunity Assessment
1496
+ sections:
1497
+ - id: market-opportunities
1498
+ title: Market Opportunities
1499
+ instruction: Identify specific opportunities based on the analysis
1500
+ repeatable: true
1501
+ sections:
1502
+ - id: opportunity
1503
+ title: "Opportunity {{opportunity_number}}: {{name}}"
1504
+ template: |
1505
+ - **Description:** {{what_is_the_opportunity}}
1506
+ - **Size/Potential:** {{quantified_potential}}
1507
+ - **Requirements:** {{needed_to_capture}}
1508
+ - **Risks:** {{key_challenges}}
1509
+ - id: strategic-recommendations
1510
+ title: Strategic Recommendations
1511
+ sections:
1512
+ - id: go-to-market
1513
+ title: Go-to-Market Strategy
1514
+ instruction: |
1515
+ Recommend approach for market entry/expansion:
1516
+ - Target segment prioritization
1517
+ - Positioning strategy
1518
+ - Channel strategy
1519
+ - Partnership opportunities
1520
+ - id: pricing-strategy
1521
+ title: Pricing Strategy
1522
+ instruction: |
1523
+ Based on willingness to pay analysis and competitive landscape:
1524
+ - Recommended pricing model
1525
+ - Price points/ranges
1526
+ - Value metric
1527
+ - Competitive positioning
1528
+ - id: risk-mitigation
1529
+ title: Risk Mitigation
1530
+ instruction: |
1531
+ Key risks and mitigation strategies:
1532
+ - Market risks
1533
+ - Competitive risks
1534
+ - Execution risks
1535
+ - Regulatory/compliance risks
1536
+
1537
+ - id: appendices
1538
+ title: Appendices
1539
+ sections:
1540
+ - id: data-sources
1541
+ title: A. Data Sources
1542
+ instruction: List all sources used in the research
1543
+ - id: calculations
1544
+ title: B. Detailed Calculations
1545
+ instruction: Include any complex calculations or models
1546
+ - id: additional-analysis
1547
+ title: C. Additional Analysis
1548
+ instruction: Any supplementary analysis not included in main body
1549
+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/templates/market-research-tmpl.yaml ====================
1550
+
1551
+ ==================== START: .bmad-core/templates/competitor-analysis-tmpl.yaml ====================
1552
+ template:
1553
+ id: competitor-analysis-template-v2
1554
+ name: Competitive Analysis Report
1555
+ version: 2.0
1556
+ output:
1557
+ format: markdown
1558
+ filename: docs/competitor-analysis.md
1559
+ title: "Competitive Analysis Report: {{project_product_name}}"
1560
+
1561
+ workflow:
1562
+ mode: interactive
1563
+ elicitation: advanced-elicitation
1564
+ custom_elicitation:
1565
+ title: "Competitive Analysis Elicitation Actions"
1566
+ options:
1567
+ - "Deep dive on a specific competitor's strategy"
1568
+ - "Analyze competitive dynamics in a specific segment"
1569
+ - "War game competitive responses to your moves"
1570
+ - "Explore partnership vs. competition scenarios"
1571
+ - "Stress test differentiation claims"
1572
+ - "Analyze disruption potential (yours or theirs)"
1573
+ - "Compare to competition in adjacent markets"
1574
+ - "Generate win/loss analysis insights"
1575
+ - "If only we had known about [competitor X's plan]..."
1576
+ - "Proceed to next section"
1577
+
1578
+ sections:
1579
+ - id: executive-summary
1580
+ title: Executive Summary
1581
+ instruction: Provide high-level competitive insights, main threats and opportunities, and recommended strategic actions. Write this section LAST after completing all analysis.
1582
+
1583
+ - id: analysis-scope
1584
+ title: Analysis Scope & Methodology
1585
+ instruction: This template guides comprehensive competitor analysis. Start by understanding the user's competitive intelligence needs and strategic objectives. Help them identify and prioritize competitors before diving into detailed analysis.
1586
+ sections:
1587
+ - id: analysis-purpose
1588
+ title: Analysis Purpose
1589
+ instruction: |
1590
+ Define the primary purpose:
1591
+ - New market entry assessment
1592
+ - Product positioning strategy
1593
+ - Feature gap analysis
1594
+ - Pricing strategy development
1595
+ - Partnership/acquisition targets
1596
+ - Competitive threat assessment
1597
+ - id: competitor-categories
1598
+ title: Competitor Categories Analyzed
1599
+ instruction: |
1600
+ List categories included:
1601
+ - Direct Competitors: Same product/service, same target market
1602
+ - Indirect Competitors: Different product, same need/problem
1603
+ - Potential Competitors: Could enter market easily
1604
+ - Substitute Products: Alternative solutions
1605
+ - Aspirational Competitors: Best-in-class examples
1606
+ - id: research-methodology
1607
+ title: Research Methodology
1608
+ instruction: |
1609
+ Describe approach:
1610
+ - Information sources used
1611
+ - Analysis timeframe
1612
+ - Confidence levels
1613
+ - Limitations
1614
+
1615
+ - id: competitive-landscape
1616
+ title: Competitive Landscape Overview
1617
+ sections:
1618
+ - id: market-structure
1619
+ title: Market Structure
1620
+ instruction: |
1621
+ Describe the competitive environment:
1622
+ - Number of active competitors
1623
+ - Market concentration (fragmented/consolidated)
1624
+ - Competitive dynamics
1625
+ - Recent market entries/exits
1626
+ - id: prioritization-matrix
1627
+ title: Competitor Prioritization Matrix
1628
+ instruction: |
1629
+ Help categorize competitors by market share and strategic threat level
1630
+
1631
+ Create a 2x2 matrix:
1632
+ - Priority 1 (Core Competitors): High Market Share + High Threat
1633
+ - Priority 2 (Emerging Threats): Low Market Share + High Threat
1634
+ - Priority 3 (Established Players): High Market Share + Low Threat
1635
+ - Priority 4 (Monitor Only): Low Market Share + Low Threat
1636
+
1637
+ - id: competitor-profiles
1638
+ title: Individual Competitor Profiles
1639
+ instruction: Create detailed profiles for each Priority 1 and Priority 2 competitor. For Priority 3 and 4, create condensed profiles.
1640
+ repeatable: true
1641
+ sections:
1642
+ - id: competitor
1643
+ title: "{{competitor_name}} - Priority {{priority_level}}"
1644
+ sections:
1645
+ - id: company-overview
1646
+ title: Company Overview
1647
+ template: |
1648
+ - **Founded:** {{year_founders}}
1649
+ - **Headquarters:** {{location}}
1650
+ - **Company Size:** {{employees_revenue}}
1651
+ - **Funding:** {{total_raised_investors}}
1652
+ - **Leadership:** {{key_executives}}
1653
+ - id: business-model
1654
+ title: Business Model & Strategy
1655
+ template: |
1656
+ - **Revenue Model:** {{revenue_model}}
1657
+ - **Target Market:** {{customer_segments}}
1658
+ - **Value Proposition:** {{value_promise}}
1659
+ - **Go-to-Market Strategy:** {{gtm_approach}}
1660
+ - **Strategic Focus:** {{current_priorities}}
1661
+ - id: product-analysis
1662
+ title: Product/Service Analysis
1663
+ template: |
1664
+ - **Core Offerings:** {{main_products}}
1665
+ - **Key Features:** {{standout_capabilities}}
1666
+ - **User Experience:** {{ux_assessment}}
1667
+ - **Technology Stack:** {{tech_stack}}
1668
+ - **Pricing:** {{pricing_model}}
1669
+ - id: strengths-weaknesses
1670
+ title: Strengths & Weaknesses
1671
+ sections:
1672
+ - id: strengths
1673
+ title: Strengths
1674
+ type: bullet-list
1675
+ template: "- {{strength}}"
1676
+ - id: weaknesses
1677
+ title: Weaknesses
1678
+ type: bullet-list
1679
+ template: "- {{weakness}}"
1680
+ - id: market-position
1681
+ title: Market Position & Performance
1682
+ template: |
1683
+ - **Market Share:** {{market_share_estimate}}
1684
+ - **Customer Base:** {{customer_size_notables}}
1685
+ - **Growth Trajectory:** {{growth_trend}}
1686
+ - **Recent Developments:** {{key_news}}
1687
+
1688
+ - id: comparative-analysis
1689
+ title: Comparative Analysis
1690
+ sections:
1691
+ - id: feature-comparison
1692
+ title: Feature Comparison Matrix
1693
+ instruction: Create a detailed comparison table of key features across competitors
1694
+ type: table
1695
+ columns: ["Feature Category", "{{your_company}}", "{{competitor_1}}", "{{competitor_2}}", "{{competitor_3}}"]
1696
+ rows:
1697
+ - category: "Core Functionality"
1698
+ items:
1699
+ - ["Feature A", "{{status}}", "{{status}}", "{{status}}", "{{status}}"]
1700
+ - ["Feature B", "{{status}}", "{{status}}", "{{status}}", "{{status}}"]
1701
+ - category: "User Experience"
1702
+ items:
1703
+ - ["Mobile App", "{{rating}}", "{{rating}}", "{{rating}}", "{{rating}}"]
1704
+ - ["Onboarding Time", "{{time}}", "{{time}}", "{{time}}", "{{time}}"]
1705
+ - category: "Integration & Ecosystem"
1706
+ items:
1707
+ - ["API Availability", "{{availability}}", "{{availability}}", "{{availability}}", "{{availability}}"]
1708
+ - ["Third-party Integrations", "{{number}}", "{{number}}", "{{number}}", "{{number}}"]
1709
+ - category: "Pricing & Plans"
1710
+ items:
1711
+ - ["Starting Price", "{{price}}", "{{price}}", "{{price}}", "{{price}}"]
1712
+ - ["Free Tier", "{{yes_no}}", "{{yes_no}}", "{{yes_no}}", "{{yes_no}}"]
1713
+ - id: swot-comparison
1714
+ title: SWOT Comparison
1715
+ instruction: Create SWOT analysis for your solution vs. top competitors
1716
+ sections:
1717
+ - id: your-solution
1718
+ title: Your Solution
1719
+ template: |
1720
+ - **Strengths:** {{strengths}}
1721
+ - **Weaknesses:** {{weaknesses}}
1722
+ - **Opportunities:** {{opportunities}}
1723
+ - **Threats:** {{threats}}
1724
+ - id: vs-competitor
1725
+ title: "vs. {{main_competitor}}"
1726
+ template: |
1727
+ - **Competitive Advantages:** {{your_advantages}}
1728
+ - **Competitive Disadvantages:** {{their_advantages}}
1729
+ - **Differentiation Opportunities:** {{differentiation}}
1730
+ - id: positioning-map
1731
+ title: Positioning Map
1732
+ instruction: |
1733
+ Describe competitor positions on key dimensions
1734
+
1735
+ Create a positioning description using 2 key dimensions relevant to the market, such as:
1736
+ - Price vs. Features
1737
+ - Ease of Use vs. Power
1738
+ - Specialization vs. Breadth
1739
+ - Self-Serve vs. High-Touch
1740
+
1741
+ - id: strategic-analysis
1742
+ title: Strategic Analysis
1743
+ sections:
1744
+ - id: competitive-advantages
1745
+ title: Competitive Advantages Assessment
1746
+ sections:
1747
+ - id: sustainable-advantages
1748
+ title: Sustainable Advantages
1749
+ instruction: |
1750
+ Identify moats and defensible positions:
1751
+ - Network effects
1752
+ - Switching costs
1753
+ - Brand strength
1754
+ - Technology barriers
1755
+ - Regulatory advantages
1756
+ - id: vulnerable-points
1757
+ title: Vulnerable Points
1758
+ instruction: |
1759
+ Where competitors could be challenged:
1760
+ - Weak customer segments
1761
+ - Missing features
1762
+ - Poor user experience
1763
+ - High prices
1764
+ - Limited geographic presence
1765
+ - id: blue-ocean
1766
+ title: Blue Ocean Opportunities
1767
+ instruction: |
1768
+ Identify uncontested market spaces
1769
+
1770
+ List opportunities to create new market space:
1771
+ - Underserved segments
1772
+ - Unaddressed use cases
1773
+ - New business models
1774
+ - Geographic expansion
1775
+ - Different value propositions
1776
+
1777
+ - id: strategic-recommendations
1778
+ title: Strategic Recommendations
1779
+ sections:
1780
+ - id: differentiation-strategy
1781
+ title: Differentiation Strategy
1782
+ instruction: |
1783
+ How to position against competitors:
1784
+ - Unique value propositions to emphasize
1785
+ - Features to prioritize
1786
+ - Segments to target
1787
+ - Messaging and positioning
1788
+ - id: competitive-response
1789
+ title: Competitive Response Planning
1790
+ sections:
1791
+ - id: offensive-strategies
1792
+ title: Offensive Strategies
1793
+ instruction: |
1794
+ How to gain market share:
1795
+ - Target competitor weaknesses
1796
+ - Win competitive deals
1797
+ - Capture their customers
1798
+ - id: defensive-strategies
1799
+ title: Defensive Strategies
1800
+ instruction: |
1801
+ How to protect your position:
1802
+ - Strengthen vulnerable areas
1803
+ - Build switching costs
1804
+ - Deepen customer relationships
1805
+ - id: partnership-ecosystem
1806
+ title: Partnership & Ecosystem Strategy
1807
+ instruction: |
1808
+ Potential collaboration opportunities:
1809
+ - Complementary players
1810
+ - Channel partners
1811
+ - Technology integrations
1812
+ - Strategic alliances
1813
+
1814
+ - id: monitoring-plan
1815
+ title: Monitoring & Intelligence Plan
1816
+ sections:
1817
+ - id: key-competitors
1818
+ title: Key Competitors to Track
1819
+ instruction: Priority list with rationale
1820
+ - id: monitoring-metrics
1821
+ title: Monitoring Metrics
1822
+ instruction: |
1823
+ What to track:
1824
+ - Product updates
1825
+ - Pricing changes
1826
+ - Customer wins/losses
1827
+ - Funding/M&A activity
1828
+ - Market messaging
1829
+ - id: intelligence-sources
1830
+ title: Intelligence Sources
1831
+ instruction: |
1832
+ Where to gather ongoing intelligence:
1833
+ - Company websites/blogs
1834
+ - Customer reviews
1835
+ - Industry reports
1836
+ - Social media
1837
+ - Patent filings
1838
+ - id: update-cadence
1839
+ title: Update Cadence
1840
+ instruction: |
1841
+ Recommended review schedule:
1842
+ - Weekly: {{weekly_items}}
1843
+ - Monthly: {{monthly_items}}
1844
+ - Quarterly: {{quarterly_analysis}}
1845
+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/templates/competitor-analysis-tmpl.yaml ====================
1846
+
1847
+ ==================== START: .bmad-core/templates/brainstorming-output-tmpl.yaml ====================
1848
+ template:
1849
+ id: brainstorming-output-template-v2
1850
+ name: Brainstorming Session Results
1851
+ version: 2.0
1852
+ output:
1853
+ format: markdown
1854
+ filename: docs/brainstorming-session-results.md
1855
+ title: "Brainstorming Session Results"
1856
+
1857
+ workflow:
1858
+ mode: non-interactive
1859
+
1860
+ sections:
1861
+ - id: header
1862
+ content: |
1863
+ **Session Date:** {{date}}
1864
+ **Facilitator:** {{agent_role}} {{agent_name}}
1865
+ **Participant:** {{user_name}}
1866
+
1867
+ - id: executive-summary
1868
+ title: Executive Summary
1869
+ sections:
1870
+ - id: summary-details
1871
+ template: |
1872
+ **Topic:** {{session_topic}}
1873
+
1874
+ **Session Goals:** {{stated_goals}}
1875
+
1876
+ **Techniques Used:** {{techniques_list}}
1877
+
1878
+ **Total Ideas Generated:** {{total_ideas}}
1879
+ - id: key-themes
1880
+ title: "Key Themes Identified:"
1881
+ type: bullet-list
1882
+ template: "- {{theme}}"
1883
+
1884
+ - id: technique-sessions
1885
+ title: Technique Sessions
1886
+ repeatable: true
1887
+ sections:
1888
+ - id: technique
1889
+ title: "{{technique_name}} - {{duration}}"
1890
+ sections:
1891
+ - id: description
1892
+ template: "**Description:** {{technique_description}}"
1893
+ - id: ideas-generated
1894
+ title: "Ideas Generated:"
1895
+ type: numbered-list
1896
+ template: "{{idea}}"
1897
+ - id: insights
1898
+ title: "Insights Discovered:"
1899
+ type: bullet-list
1900
+ template: "- {{insight}}"
1901
+ - id: connections
1902
+ title: "Notable Connections:"
1903
+ type: bullet-list
1904
+ template: "- {{connection}}"
1905
+
1906
+ - id: idea-categorization
1907
+ title: Idea Categorization
1908
+ sections:
1909
+ - id: immediate-opportunities
1910
+ title: Immediate Opportunities
1911
+ content: "*Ideas ready to implement now*"
1912
+ repeatable: true
1913
+ type: numbered-list
1914
+ template: |
1915
+ **{{idea_name}}**
1916
+ - Description: {{description}}
1917
+ - Why immediate: {{rationale}}
1918
+ - Resources needed: {{requirements}}
1919
+ - id: future-innovations
1920
+ title: Future Innovations
1921
+ content: "*Ideas requiring development/research*"
1922
+ repeatable: true
1923
+ type: numbered-list
1924
+ template: |
1925
+ **{{idea_name}}**
1926
+ - Description: {{description}}
1927
+ - Development needed: {{development_needed}}
1928
+ - Timeline estimate: {{timeline}}
1929
+ - id: moonshots
1930
+ title: Moonshots
1931
+ content: "*Ambitious, transformative concepts*"
1932
+ repeatable: true
1933
+ type: numbered-list
1934
+ template: |
1935
+ **{{idea_name}}**
1936
+ - Description: {{description}}
1937
+ - Transformative potential: {{potential}}
1938
+ - Challenges to overcome: {{challenges}}
1939
+ - id: insights-learnings
1940
+ title: Insights & Learnings
1941
+ content: "*Key realizations from the session*"
1942
+ type: bullet-list
1943
+ template: "- {{insight}}: {{description_and_implications}}"
1944
+
1945
+ - id: action-planning
1946
+ title: Action Planning
1947
+ sections:
1948
+ - id: top-priorities
1949
+ title: Top 3 Priority Ideas
1950
+ sections:
1951
+ - id: priority-1
1952
+ title: "#1 Priority: {{idea_name}}"
1953
+ template: |
1954
+ - Rationale: {{rationale}}
1955
+ - Next steps: {{next_steps}}
1956
+ - Resources needed: {{resources}}
1957
+ - Timeline: {{timeline}}
1958
+ - id: priority-2
1959
+ title: "#2 Priority: {{idea_name}}"
1960
+ template: |
1961
+ - Rationale: {{rationale}}
1962
+ - Next steps: {{next_steps}}
1963
+ - Resources needed: {{resources}}
1964
+ - Timeline: {{timeline}}
1965
+ - id: priority-3
1966
+ title: "#3 Priority: {{idea_name}}"
1967
+ template: |
1968
+ - Rationale: {{rationale}}
1969
+ - Next steps: {{next_steps}}
1970
+ - Resources needed: {{resources}}
1971
+ - Timeline: {{timeline}}
1972
+
1973
+ - id: reflection-followup
1974
+ title: Reflection & Follow-up
1975
+ sections:
1976
+ - id: what-worked
1977
+ title: What Worked Well
1978
+ type: bullet-list
1979
+ template: "- {{aspect}}"
1980
+ - id: areas-exploration
1981
+ title: Areas for Further Exploration
1982
+ type: bullet-list
1983
+ template: "- {{area}}: {{reason}}"
1984
+ - id: recommended-techniques
1985
+ title: Recommended Follow-up Techniques
1986
+ type: bullet-list
1987
+ template: "- {{technique}}: {{reason}}"
1988
+ - id: questions-emerged
1989
+ title: Questions That Emerged
1990
+ type: bullet-list
1991
+ template: "- {{question}}"
1992
+ - id: next-session
1993
+ title: Next Session Planning
1994
+ template: |
1995
+ - **Suggested topics:** {{followup_topics}}
1996
+ - **Recommended timeframe:** {{timeframe}}
1997
+ - **Preparation needed:** {{preparation}}
1998
+
1999
+ - id: footer
2000
+ content: |
2001
+ ---
2002
+
2003
+ *Session facilitated using the BMAD-METHOD brainstorming framework*
2004
+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/templates/brainstorming-output-tmpl.yaml ====================
2005
+
2006
+ ==================== START: .bmad-core/data/bmad-kb.md ====================
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  # BMad Knowledge Base
1958
2008
 
1959
2009
  ## Overview
@@ -1989,13 +2039,15 @@ BMad transforms you into a "Vibe CEO" - directing a team of specialized AI agent
1989
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1990
2040
  ### The Two-Phase Approach
1991
2041
 
1992
- **Phase 1: Planning (Web UI - Cost Effective)**
2042
+ #### Phase 1: Planning (Web UI - Cost Effective)
2043
+
1993
2044
  - Use large context windows (Gemini's 1M tokens)
1994
2045
  - Generate comprehensive documents (PRD, Architecture)
1995
2046
  - Leverage multiple agents for brainstorming
1996
2047
  - Create once, use throughout development
1997
2048
 
1998
- **Phase 2: Development (IDE - Implementation)**
2049
+ #### Phase 2: Development (IDE - Implementation)
2050
+
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2051
  - Shard documents into manageable pieces
2000
2052
  - Execute focused SM → Dev cycles
2001
2053
  - One story at a time, sequential progress
@@ -2025,6 +2077,7 @@ BMad transforms you into a "Vibe CEO" - directing a team of specialized AI agent
2025
2077
  ### Quick Start Options
2026
2078
 
2027
2079
  #### Option 1: Web UI
2080
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2028
2081
  **Best for**: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini users who want to start immediately
2029
2082
 
2030
2083
  1. Navigate to `dist/teams/`
@@ -2034,6 +2087,7 @@ BMad transforms you into a "Vibe CEO" - directing a team of specialized AI agent
2034
2087
  5. Type `/help` to see available commands
2035
2088
 
2036
2089
  #### Option 2: IDE Integration
2090
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2037
2091
  **Best for**: Cursor, Claude Code, Windsurf, Trae, Cline, Roo Code, Github Copilot users
2038
2092
 
2039
2093
  ```bash
@@ -2042,6 +2096,7 @@ npx bmad-method install
2042
2096
  ```
2043
2097
 
2044
2098
  **Installation Steps**:
2099
+
2045
2100
  - Choose "Complete installation"
2046
2101
  - Select your IDE from supported options:
2047
2102
  - **Cursor**: Native AI integration
@@ -2050,11 +2105,12 @@ npx bmad-method install
2050
2105
  - **Trae**: Built-in AI capabilities
2051
2106
  - **Cline**: VS Code extension with AI features
2052
2107
  - **Roo Code**: Web-based IDE with agent support
2053
- - **Github Copilot**: AI-powered coding assistant
2108
+ - **GitHub Copilot**: VS Code extension with AI peer programming assistant
2054
2109
 
2055
2110
  **Note for VS Code Users**: BMad-Method assumes when you mention "VS Code" that you're using it with an AI-powered extension like GitHub Copilot, Cline, or Roo. Standard VS Code without AI capabilities cannot run BMad agents. The installer includes built-in support for Cline and Roo.
2056
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2057
2112
  **Verify Installation**:
2113
+
2058
2114
  - `.bmad-core/` folder created with all agents
2059
2115
  - IDE-specific integration files created
2060
2116
  - All agent commands/rules/modes available
@@ -2064,12 +2120,14 @@ npx bmad-method install
2064
2120
  ### Environment Selection Guide
2065
2121
 
2066
2122
  **Use Web UI for**:
2123
+
2067
2124
  - Initial planning and documentation (PRD, architecture)
2068
2125
  - Cost-effective document creation (especially with Gemini)
2069
2126
  - Brainstorming and analysis phases
2070
2127
  - Multi-agent consultation and planning
2071
2128
 
2072
2129
  **Use IDE for**:
2130
+
2073
2131
  - Active development and coding
2074
2132
  - File operations and project integration
2075
2133
  - Document sharding and story management
@@ -2082,35 +2140,41 @@ npx bmad-method install
2082
2140
  **Can you do everything in IDE?** Yes, but understand the tradeoffs:
2083
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2084
2142
  **Pros of IDE-Only**:
2143
+
2085
2144
  - Single environment workflow
2086
2145
  - Direct file operations from start
2087
2146
  - No copy/paste between environments
2088
2147
  - Immediate project integration
2089
2148
 
2090
2149
  **Cons of IDE-Only**:
2150
+
2091
2151
  - Higher token costs for large document creation
2092
2152
  - Smaller context windows (varies by IDE/model)
2093
2153
  - May hit limits during planning phases
2094
2154
  - Less cost-effective for brainstorming
2095
2155
 
2096
2156
  **Using Web Agents in IDE**:
2157
+
2097
2158
  - **NOT RECOMMENDED**: Web agents (PM, Architect) have rich dependencies designed for large contexts
2098
2159
  - **Why it matters**: Dev agents are kept lean to maximize coding context
2099
2160
  - **The principle**: "Dev agents code, planning agents plan" - mixing breaks this optimization
2100
2161
 
2101
2162
  **About bmad-master and bmad-orchestrator**:
2163
+
2102
2164
  - **bmad-master**: CAN do any task without switching agents, BUT...
2103
2165
  - **Still use specialized agents for planning**: PM, Architect, and UX Expert have tuned personas that produce better results
2104
2166
  - **Why specialization matters**: Each agent's personality and focus creates higher quality outputs
2105
2167
  - **If using bmad-master/orchestrator**: Fine for planning phases, but...
2106
2168
 
2107
2169
  **CRITICAL RULE for Development**:
2170
+
2108
2171
  - **ALWAYS use SM agent for story creation** - Never use bmad-master/orchestrator
2109
2172
  - **ALWAYS use Dev agent for implementation** - Never use bmad-master/orchestrator
2110
2173
  - **Why this matters**: SM and Dev agents are specifically optimized for the development workflow
2111
2174
  - **No exceptions**: Even if using bmad-master for everything else, switch to SM → Dev for implementation
2112
2175
 
2113
2176
  **Best Practice for IDE-Only**:
2177
+
2114
2178
  1. Use PM/Architect/UX agents for planning (better than bmad-master)
2115
2179
  2. Create documents directly in project
2116
2180
  3. Shard immediately after creation
@@ -2134,17 +2198,20 @@ This configuration file acts as a map for BMad agents, telling them exactly wher
2134
2198
  ### Key Configuration Areas
2135
2199
 
2136
2200
  #### PRD Configuration
2201
+
2137
2202
  - **prdVersion**: Tells agents if PRD follows v3 or v4 conventions
2138
2203
  - **prdSharded**: Whether epics are embedded (false) or in separate files (true)
2139
2204
  - **prdShardedLocation**: Where to find sharded epic files
2140
2205
  - **epicFilePattern**: Pattern for epic filenames (e.g., `epic-{n}*.md`)
2141
2206
 
2142
2207
  #### Architecture Configuration
2208
+
2143
2209
  - **architectureVersion**: v3 (monolithic) or v4 (sharded)
2144
2210
  - **architectureSharded**: Whether architecture is split into components
2145
2211
  - **architectureShardedLocation**: Where sharded architecture files live
2146
2212
 
2147
2213
  #### Developer Files
2214
+
2148
2215
  - **devLoadAlwaysFiles**: List of files the dev agent loads for every task
2149
2216
  - **devDebugLog**: Where dev agent logs repeated failures
2150
2217
  - **agentCoreDump**: Export location for chat conversations
@@ -2159,6 +2226,7 @@ This configuration file acts as a map for BMad agents, telling them exactly wher
2159
2226
  ### Common Configurations
2160
2227
 
2161
2228
  **Legacy V3 Project**:
2229
+
2162
2230
  ```yaml
2163
2231
  prdVersion: v3
2164
2232
  prdSharded: false
@@ -2167,6 +2235,7 @@ architectureSharded: false
2167
2235
  ```
2168
2236
 
2169
2237
  **V4 Optimized Project**:
2238
+
2170
2239
  ```yaml
2171
2240
  prdVersion: v4
2172
2241
  prdSharded: true
@@ -2232,18 +2301,21 @@ You are the "Vibe CEO" - thinking like a CEO with unlimited resources and a sing
2232
2301
  #### IDE-Specific Syntax
2233
2302
 
2234
2303
  **Agent Loading by IDE**:
2304
+
2235
2305
  - **Claude Code**: `/agent-name` (e.g., `/bmad-master`)
2236
2306
  - **Cursor**: `@agent-name` (e.g., `@bmad-master`)
2237
2307
  - **Windsurf**: `@agent-name` (e.g., `@bmad-master`)
2238
2308
  - **Trae**: `@agent-name` (e.g., `@bmad-master`)
2239
2309
  - **Roo Code**: Select mode from mode selector (e.g., `bmad-bmad-master`)
2240
- - **Github Copilot**: Open the Chat view (`⌃⌘I` on Mac, `Ctrl+Alt+I` on Windows/Linux) and select **Agent** from the chat mode selector.
2310
+ - **GitHub Copilot**: Open the Chat view (`⌃⌘I` on Mac, `Ctrl+Alt+I` on Windows/Linux) and select **Agent** from the chat mode selector.
2241
2311
 
2242
2312
  **Chat Management Guidelines**:
2313
+
2243
2314
  - **Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Trae**: Start new chats when switching agents
2244
2315
  - **Roo Code**: Switch modes within the same conversation
2245
2316
 
2246
2317
  **Common Task Commands**:
2318
+
2247
2319
  - `*help` - Show available commands
2248
2320
  - `*status` - Show current context/progress
2249
2321
  - `*exit` - Exit the agent mode
@@ -2252,6 +2324,7 @@ You are the "Vibe CEO" - thinking like a CEO with unlimited resources and a sing
2252
2324
  - `*create` - Run create-next-story task (SM agent)
2253
2325
 
2254
2326
  **In Web UI**:
2327
+
2255
2328
  ```text
2256
2329
  /pm create-doc prd
2257
2330
  /architect review system design
@@ -2265,16 +2338,19 @@ You are the "Vibe CEO" - thinking like a CEO with unlimited resources and a sing
2265
2338
  ### Pre-Built Teams
2266
2339
 
2267
2340
  #### Team All
2341
+
2268
2342
  - **Includes**: All 10 agents + orchestrator
2269
2343
  - **Use Case**: Complete projects requiring all roles
2270
2344
  - **Bundle**: `team-all.txt`
2271
2345
 
2272
2346
  #### Team Fullstack
2347
+
2273
2348
  - **Includes**: PM, Architect, Developer, QA, UX Expert
2274
2349
  - **Use Case**: End-to-end web/mobile development
2275
2350
  - **Bundle**: `team-fullstack.txt`
2276
2351
 
2277
2352
  #### Team No-UI
2353
+
2278
2354
  - **Includes**: PM, Architect, Developer, QA (no UX Expert)
2279
2355
  - **Use Case**: Backend services, APIs, system development
2280
2356
  - **Bundle**: `team-no-ui.txt`
@@ -2288,22 +2364,26 @@ The BMad-Method is built around a modular architecture centered on the `bmad-cor
2288
2364
  ### Key Architectural Components
2289
2365
 
2290
2366
  #### 1. Agents (`bmad-core/agents/`)
2367
+
2291
2368
  - **Purpose**: Each markdown file defines a specialized AI agent for a specific Agile role (PM, Dev, Architect, etc.)
2292
2369
  - **Structure**: Contains YAML headers specifying the agent's persona, capabilities, and dependencies
2293
2370
  - **Dependencies**: Lists of tasks, templates, checklists, and data files the agent can use
2294
2371
  - **Startup Instructions**: Can load project-specific documentation for immediate context
2295
2372
 
2296
2373
  #### 2. Agent Teams (`bmad-core/agent-teams/`)
2374
+
2297
2375
  - **Purpose**: Define collections of agents bundled together for specific purposes
2298
2376
  - **Examples**: `team-all.yaml` (comprehensive bundle), `team-fullstack.yaml` (full-stack development)
2299
2377
  - **Usage**: Creates pre-packaged contexts for web UI environments
2300
2378
 
2301
2379
  #### 3. Workflows (`bmad-core/workflows/`)
2380
+
2302
2381
  - **Purpose**: YAML files defining prescribed sequences of steps for specific project types
2303
2382
  - **Types**: Greenfield (new projects) and Brownfield (existing projects) for UI, service, and fullstack development
2304
2383
  - **Structure**: Defines agent interactions, artifacts created, and transition conditions
2305
2384
 
2306
2385
  #### 4. Reusable Resources
2386
+
2307
2387
  - **Templates** (`bmad-core/templates/`): Markdown templates for PRDs, architecture specs, user stories
2308
2388
  - **Tasks** (`bmad-core/tasks/`): Instructions for specific repeatable actions like "shard-doc" or "create-next-story"
2309
2389
  - **Checklists** (`bmad-core/checklists/`): Quality assurance checklists for validation and review
@@ -2343,6 +2423,7 @@ BMad employs a sophisticated template system with three key components:
2343
2423
  ### Technical Preferences Integration
2344
2424
 
2345
2425
  The `technical-preferences.md` file serves as a persistent technical profile that:
2426
+
2346
2427
  - Ensures consistency across all agents and projects
2347
2428
  - Eliminates repetitive technology specification
2348
2429
  - Provides personalized recommendations aligned with user preferences
@@ -2351,6 +2432,7 @@ The `technical-preferences.md` file serves as a persistent technical profile tha
2351
2432
  ### Build and Delivery Process
2352
2433
 
2353
2434
  The `web-builder.js` tool creates web-ready bundles by:
2435
+
2354
2436
  1. Reading agent or team definition files
2355
2437
  2. Recursively resolving all dependencies
2356
2438
  3. Concatenating content into single text files with clear separators
@@ -2365,11 +2447,13 @@ This architecture enables seamless operation across environments while maintaini
2365
2447
  **Ideal for cost efficiency with Gemini's massive context:**
2366
2448
 
2367
2449
  **For Brownfield Projects - Start Here!**:
2450
+
2368
2451
  1. **Upload entire project to Gemini Web** (GitHub URL, files, or zip)
2369
2452
  2. **Document existing system**: `/analyst` → `*document-project`
2370
2453
  3. **Creates comprehensive docs** from entire codebase analysis
2371
2454
 
2372
2455
  **For All Projects**:
2456
+
2373
2457
  1. **Optional Analysis**: `/analyst` - Market research, competitive analysis
2374
2458
  2. **Project Brief**: Create foundation document (Analyst or user)
2375
2459
  3. **PRD Creation**: `/pm create-doc prd` - Comprehensive product requirements
@@ -2380,12 +2464,14 @@ This architecture enables seamless operation across environments while maintaini
2380
2464
  #### Example Planning Prompts
2381
2465
 
2382
2466
  **For PRD Creation**:
2467
+
2383
2468
  ```text
2384
2469
  "I want to build a [type] application that [core purpose].
2385
2470
  Help me brainstorm features and create a comprehensive PRD."
2386
2471
  ```
2387
2472
 
2388
2473
  **For Architecture Design**:
2474
+
2389
2475
  ```text
2390
2476
  "Based on this PRD, design a scalable technical architecture
2391
2477
  that can handle [specific requirements]."
@@ -2403,7 +2489,7 @@ that can handle [specific requirements]."
2403
2489
 
2404
2490
  **Prerequisites**: Planning documents must exist in `docs/` folder
2405
2491
 
2406
- 1. **Document Sharding** (CRITICAL STEP):
2492
+ 1. **Document Sharding** (CRITICAL STEP):
2407
2493
  - Documents created by PM/Architect (in Web or IDE) MUST be sharded for development
2408
2494
  - Two methods to shard:
2409
2495
  a) **Manual**: Drag `shard-doc` task + document file into chat
@@ -2417,32 +2503,33 @@ that can handle [specific requirements]."
2417
2503
  - Source tree document and coding standards for dev agent reference
2418
2504
  - Sharded docs for SM agent story creation
2419
2505
 
2420
- **Resulting Folder Structure**:
2506
+ Resulting Folder Structure:
2507
+
2421
2508
  - `docs/prd/` - Broken down PRD sections
2422
2509
  - `docs/architecture/` - Broken down architecture sections
2423
2510
  - `docs/stories/` - Generated user stories
2424
2511
 
2425
- 3. **Development Cycle** (Sequential, one story at a time):
2512
+ 1. **Development Cycle** (Sequential, one story at a time):
2426
2513
 
2427
2514
  **CRITICAL CONTEXT MANAGEMENT**:
2428
2515
  - **Context windows matter!** Always use fresh, clean context windows
2429
2516
  - **Model selection matters!** Use most powerful thinking model for SM story creation
2430
2517
  - **ALWAYS start new chat between SM, Dev, and QA work**
2431
2518
 
2432
- **Step 1 - Story Creation**:
2519
+ **Step 1 - Story Creation**:
2433
2520
  - **NEW CLEAN CHAT** → Select powerful model → `@sm` → `*create`
2434
2521
  - SM executes create-next-story task
2435
2522
  - Review generated story in `docs/stories/`
2436
2523
  - Update status from "Draft" to "Approved"
2437
-
2438
- **Step 2 - Story Implementation**:
2524
+
2525
+ **Step 2 - Story Implementation**:
2439
2526
  - **NEW CLEAN CHAT** → `@dev`
2440
2527
  - Agent asks which story to implement
2441
2528
  - Include story file content to save dev agent lookup time
2442
2529
  - Dev follows tasks/subtasks, marking completion
2443
2530
  - Dev maintains File List of all changes
2444
2531
  - Dev marks story as "Review" when complete with all tests passing
2445
-
2532
+
2446
2533
  **Step 3 - Senior QA Review**:
2447
2534
  - **NEW CLEAN CHAT** → `@qa` → execute review-story task
2448
2535
  - QA performs senior developer code review
@@ -2450,7 +2537,7 @@ that can handle [specific requirements]."
2450
2537
  - QA appends results to story's QA Results section
2451
2538
  - If approved: Status → "Done"
2452
2539
  - If changes needed: Status stays "Review" with unchecked items for dev
2453
-
2540
+
2454
2541
  **Step 4 - Repeat**: Continue SM → Dev → QA cycle until all epic stories complete
2455
2542
 
2456
2543
  **Important**: Only 1 story in progress at a time, worked sequentially until all epic stories complete.
@@ -2458,6 +2545,7 @@ that can handle [specific requirements]."
2458
2545
  ### Status Tracking Workflow
2459
2546
 
2460
2547
  Stories progress through defined statuses:
2548
+
2461
2549
  - **Draft** → **Approved** → **InProgress** → **Done**
2462
2550
 
2463
2551
  Each status change requires user verification and approval before proceeding.
@@ -2465,6 +2553,7 @@ Each status change requires user verification and approval before proceeding.
2465
2553
  ### Workflow Types
2466
2554
 
2467
2555
  #### Greenfield Development
2556
+
2468
2557
  - Business analysis and market research
2469
2558
  - Product requirements and feature definition
2470
2559
  - System architecture and design
@@ -2478,6 +2567,7 @@ Each status change requires user verification and approval before proceeding.
2478
2567
  **Complete Brownfield Workflow Options**:
2479
2568
 
2480
2569
  **Option 1: PRD-First (Recommended for Large Codebases/Monorepos)**:
2570
+
2481
2571
  1. **Upload project to Gemini Web** (GitHub URL, files, or zip)
2482
2572
  2. **Create PRD first**: `@pm` → `*create-doc brownfield-prd`
2483
2573
  3. **Focused documentation**: `@analyst` → `*document-project`
@@ -2488,18 +2578,19 @@ Each status change requires user verification and approval before proceeding.
2488
2578
  - Avoids bloating docs with unused code
2489
2579
 
2490
2580
  **Option 2: Document-First (Good for Smaller Projects)**:
2581
+
2491
2582
  1. **Upload project to Gemini Web**
2492
2583
  2. **Document everything**: `@analyst` → `*document-project`
2493
2584
  3. **Then create PRD**: `@pm` → `*create-doc brownfield-prd`
2494
2585
  - More thorough but can create excessive documentation
2495
2586
 
2496
- 2. **Requirements Gathering**:
2587
+ 4. **Requirements Gathering**:
2497
2588
  - **Brownfield PRD**: Use PM agent with `brownfield-prd-tmpl`
2498
2589
  - **Analyzes**: Existing system, constraints, integration points
2499
2590
  - **Defines**: Enhancement scope, compatibility requirements, risk assessment
2500
2591
  - **Creates**: Epic and story structure for changes
2501
2592
 
2502
- 3. **Architecture Planning**:
2593
+ 5. **Architecture Planning**:
2503
2594
  - **Brownfield Architecture**: Use Architect agent with `brownfield-architecture-tmpl`
2504
2595
  - **Integration Strategy**: How new features integrate with existing system
2505
2596
  - **Migration Planning**: Gradual rollout and backwards compatibility
@@ -2508,10 +2599,12 @@ Each status change requires user verification and approval before proceeding.
2508
2599
  **Brownfield-Specific Resources**:
2509
2600
 
2510
2601
  **Templates**:
2602
+
2511
2603
  - `brownfield-prd-tmpl.md`: Comprehensive enhancement planning with existing system analysis
2512
2604
  - `brownfield-architecture-tmpl.md`: Integration-focused architecture for existing systems
2513
2605
 
2514
2606
  **Tasks**:
2607
+
2515
2608
  - `document-project`: Generates comprehensive documentation from existing codebase
2516
2609
  - `brownfield-create-epic`: Creates single epic for focused enhancements (when full PRD is overkill)
2517
2610
  - `brownfield-create-story`: Creates individual story for small, isolated changes
@@ -2519,18 +2612,21 @@ Each status change requires user verification and approval before proceeding.
2519
2612
  **When to Use Each Approach**:
2520
2613
 
2521
2614
  **Full Brownfield Workflow** (Recommended for):
2615
+
2522
2616
  - Major feature additions
2523
2617
  - System modernization
2524
2618
  - Complex integrations
2525
2619
  - Multiple related changes
2526
2620
 
2527
2621
  **Quick Epic/Story Creation** (Use when):
2622
+
2528
2623
  - Single, focused enhancement
2529
2624
  - Isolated bug fixes
2530
2625
  - Small feature additions
2531
2626
  - Well-documented existing system
2532
2627
 
2533
2628
  **Critical Success Factors**:
2629
+
2534
2630
  1. **Documentation First**: Always run `document-project` if docs are outdated/missing
2535
2631
  2. **Context Matters**: Provide agents access to relevant code sections
2536
2632
  3. **Integration Focus**: Emphasize compatibility and non-breaking changes
@@ -2546,6 +2642,7 @@ Each status change requires user verification and approval before proceeding.
2546
2642
  - `docs/architecture.md` - System Architecture Document
2547
2643
 
2548
2644
  **Why These Names Matter**:
2645
+
2549
2646
  - Agents automatically reference these files during development
2550
2647
  - Sharding tasks expect these specific filenames
2551
2648
  - Workflow automation depends on standard naming
@@ -2564,6 +2661,7 @@ Each status change requires user verification and approval before proceeding.
2564
2661
  Templates with Level 2 headings (`##`) can be automatically sharded:
2565
2662
 
2566
2663
  **Original PRD**:
2664
+
2567
2665
  ```markdown
2568
2666
  ## Goals and Background Context
2569
2667
  ## Requirements
@@ -2572,6 +2670,7 @@ Templates with Level 2 headings (`##`) can be automatically sharded:
2572
2670
  ```
2573
2671
 
2574
2672
  **After Sharding**:
2673
+
2575
2674
  - `docs/prd/goals-and-background-context.md`
2576
2675
  - `docs/prd/requirements.md`
2577
2676
  - `docs/prd/user-interface-design-goals.md`
@@ -2584,12 +2683,14 @@ Use the `shard-doc` task or `@kayvan/markdown-tree-parser` tool for automatic sh
2584
2683
  ### Environment-Specific Usage
2585
2684
 
2586
2685
  **Web UI Best For**:
2686
+
2587
2687
  - Initial planning and documentation phases
2588
2688
  - Cost-effective large document creation
2589
2689
  - Agent consultation and brainstorming
2590
2690
  - Multi-agent workflows with orchestrator
2591
2691
 
2592
2692
  **IDE Best For**:
2693
+
2593
2694
  - Active development and implementation
2594
2695
  - File operations and project integration
2595
2696
  - Story management and development cycles
@@ -2624,6 +2725,7 @@ Use the `shard-doc` task or `@kayvan/markdown-tree-parser` tool for automatic sh
2624
2725
  For full details, see `CONTRIBUTING.md`. Key points:
2625
2726
 
2626
2727
  **Fork Workflow**:
2728
+
2627
2729
  1. Fork the repository
2628
2730
  2. Create feature branches
2629
2731
  3. Submit PRs to `next` branch (default) or `main` for critical fixes only
@@ -2631,12 +2733,14 @@ For full details, see `CONTRIBUTING.md`. Key points:
2631
2733
  5. One feature/fix per PR
2632
2734
 
2633
2735
  **PR Requirements**:
2736
+
2634
2737
  - Clear descriptions (max 200 words) with What/Why/How/Testing
2635
2738
  - Use conventional commits (feat:, fix:, docs:)
2636
2739
  - Atomic commits - one logical change per commit
2637
2740
  - Must align with guiding principles
2638
2741
 
2639
2742
  **Core Principles** (from GUIDING-PRINCIPLES.md):
2743
+
2640
2744
  - **Dev Agents Must Be Lean**: Minimize dependencies, save context for code
2641
2745
  - **Natural Language First**: Everything in markdown, no code in core
2642
2746
  - **Core vs Expansion Packs**: Core for universal needs, packs for specialized domains
@@ -2658,12 +2762,14 @@ Expansion packs extend BMad-Method beyond traditional software development into
2658
2762
  ### Available Expansion Packs
2659
2763
 
2660
2764
  **Technical Packs**:
2765
+
2661
2766
  - **Infrastructure/DevOps**: Cloud architects, SRE experts, security specialists
2662
2767
  - **Game Development**: Game designers, level designers, narrative writers
2663
2768
  - **Mobile Development**: iOS/Android specialists, mobile UX experts
2664
2769
  - **Data Science**: ML engineers, data scientists, visualization experts
2665
2770
 
2666
2771
  **Non-Technical Packs**:
2772
+
2667
2773
  - **Business Strategy**: Consultants, financial analysts, marketing strategists
2668
2774
  - **Creative Writing**: Plot architects, character developers, world builders
2669
2775
  - **Health & Wellness**: Fitness trainers, nutritionists, habit engineers
@@ -2671,6 +2777,7 @@ Expansion packs extend BMad-Method beyond traditional software development into
2671
2777
  - **Legal Support**: Contract analysts, compliance checkers
2672
2778
 
2673
2779
  **Specialty Packs**:
2780
+
2674
2781
  - **Expansion Creator**: Tools to build your own expansion packs
2675
2782
  - **RPG Game Master**: Tabletop gaming assistance
2676
2783
  - **Life Event Planning**: Wedding planners, event coordinators
@@ -2680,11 +2787,13 @@ Expansion packs extend BMad-Method beyond traditional software development into
2680
2787
 
2681
2788
  1. **Browse Available Packs**: Check `expansion-packs/` directory
2682
2789
  2. **Get Inspiration**: See `docs/expansion-packs.md` for detailed examples and ideas
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- 3. **Install via CLI**:
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+ 3. **Install via CLI**:
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  ```bash
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  npx bmad-method install
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  # Select "Install expansion pack" option
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  ```
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  4. **Use in Your Workflow**: Installed packs integrate seamlessly with existing agents
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  ### Creating Custom Expansion Packs
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  - **Documentation**: Check `docs/` folder for project-specific context
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  - **Community**: Discord and GitHub resources available for support
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  - **Contributing**: See `CONTRIBUTING.md` for full guidelines
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- ==================== END: data#bmad-kb ====================
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+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/data/bmad-kb.md ====================
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+ ==================== START: .bmad-core/data/brainstorming-techniques.md ====================
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+ # Brainstorming Techniques Data
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+
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+ ## Creative Expansion
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+
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+ 1. **What If Scenarios**: Ask one provocative question, get their response, then ask another
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+ 2. **Analogical Thinking**: Give one example analogy, ask them to find 2-3 more
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+ 3. **Reversal/Inversion**: Pose the reverse question, let them work through it
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+ 4. **First Principles Thinking**: Ask "What are the fundamentals?" and guide them to break it down
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- ==================== START: utils#template-format ====================
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- # Template Format Conventions
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+ ## Structured Frameworks
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- Templates in the BMad method use standardized markup for AI processing. These conventions ensure consistent document generation.
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+ 5. **SCAMPER Method**: Go through one letter at a time, wait for their ideas before moving to next
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+ 6. **Six Thinking Hats**: Present one hat, ask for their thoughts, then move to next hat
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+ 7. **Mind Mapping**: Start with central concept, ask them to suggest branches
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- ## Template Markup Elements
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+ ## Collaborative Techniques
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- - **{{placeholders}}**: Variables to be replaced with actual content
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- - **[[LLM: instructions]]**: Internal processing instructions for AI agents (never shown to users)
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- - **REPEAT** sections: Content blocks that may be repeated as needed
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- - **^^CONDITION^^** blocks: Conditional content included only if criteria are met
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- - **@{examples}**: Example content for guidance (never output to users)
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+ 8. **"Yes, And..." Building**: They give idea, you "yes and" it, they "yes and" back - alternate
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+ 9. **Brainwriting/Round Robin**: They suggest idea, you build on it, ask them to build on yours
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+ 10. **Random Stimulation**: Give one random prompt/word, ask them to make connections
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- ## Processing Rules
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+ ## Deep Exploration
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- - Replace all {{placeholders}} with project-specific content
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- - Execute all [[LLM: instructions]] internally without showing users
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- - Process conditional and repeat blocks as specified
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- - Use examples for guidance but never include them in final output
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- - Present only clean, formatted content to users
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+ 11. **Five Whys**: Ask "why" and wait for their answer before asking next "why"
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+ 12. **Morphological Analysis**: Ask them to list parameters first, then explore combinations together
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+ 13. **Provocation Technique (PO)**: Give one provocative statement, ask them to extract useful ideas
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- ## Critical Guidelines
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+ ## Advanced Techniques
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- - **NEVER display template markup, LLM instructions, or examples to users**
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- - Template elements are for AI processing only
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- - Focus on faithful template execution and clean output
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- - All template-specific instructions are embedded within templates
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- ==================== END: utils#template-format ====================
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+ 14. **Forced Relationships**: Connect two unrelated concepts and ask them to find the bridge
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+ 15. **Assumption Reversal**: Challenge their core assumptions and ask them to build from there
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+ 16. **Role Playing**: Ask them to brainstorm from different stakeholder perspectives
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+ 17. **Time Shifting**: "How would you solve this in 1995? 2030?"
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+ 18. **Resource Constraints**: "What if you had only $10 and 1 hour?"
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+ 19. **Metaphor Mapping**: Use extended metaphors to explore solutions
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+ 20. **Question Storming**: Generate questions instead of answers first
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+ ==================== END: .bmad-core/data/brainstorming-techniques.md ====================