bmad-method 4.27.5 → 5.0.0

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  1. package/.bmad-core/agent-teams/team-all.yml +16 -0
  2. package/.bmad-core/agent-teams/team-fullstack.yml +26 -0
  3. package/.bmad-core/agent-teams/team-no-ui.yml +15 -0
  4. package/{bmad-core → .bmad-core}/agents/analyst.md +23 -30
  5. package/.bmad-core/agents/architect.md +66 -0
  6. package/.bmad-core/agents/bmad-master.md +104 -0
  7. package/.bmad-core/agents/bmad-orchestrator.md +81 -0
  8. package/.bmad-core/agents/dev.md +70 -0
  9. package/{bmad-core → .bmad-core}/agents/pm.md +24 -25
  10. package/{bmad-core → .bmad-core}/agents/po.md +24 -28
  11. package/.bmad-core/agents/qa.md +52 -0
  12. package/.bmad-core/agents/sm.md +55 -0
  13. package/.bmad-core/agents/ux-expert.md +66 -0
  14. package/{bmad-core → .bmad-core}/checklists/change-checklist.md +2 -2
  15. package/{bmad-core → .bmad-core}/checklists/story-draft-checklist.md +1 -1
  16. package/.bmad-core/data/bmad-kb.md +47 -0
  17. package/.bmad-core/schemas/agent-team-schema.yml +153 -0
  18. package/.bmad-core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.md +92 -0
  19. package/.bmad-core/tasks/brainstorming-techniques.md +238 -0
  20. package/.bmad-core/tasks/core-dump.md +74 -0
  21. package/{expansion-packs/bmad-creator-tools → .bmad-core}/tasks/create-agent.md +11 -9
  22. package/.bmad-core/tasks/create-doc.md +74 -0
  23. package/.bmad-core/tasks/create-expansion-pack.md +425 -0
  24. package/.bmad-core/tasks/create-next-story.md +206 -0
  25. package/.bmad-core/tasks/create-team.md +229 -0
  26. package/{bmad-core → .bmad-core}/tasks/doc-migration-task.md +9 -9
  27. package/{common → .bmad-core}/tasks/execute-checklist.md +6 -2
  28. package/.bmad-core/tasks/generate-ai-frontend-prompt.md +58 -0
  29. package/{bmad-core → .bmad-core}/tasks/index-docs.md +7 -3
  30. package/{bmad-core → .bmad-core}/tasks/shard-doc.md +7 -25
  31. package/.bmad-core/templates/agent-tmpl.md +58 -0
  32. package/.bmad-core/templates/architecture-tmpl.md +771 -0
  33. package/.bmad-core/templates/brownfield-architecture-tmpl.md +542 -0
  34. package/.bmad-core/templates/brownfield-prd-tmpl.md +240 -0
  35. package/.bmad-core/templates/competitor-analysis-tmpl.md +289 -0
  36. package/.bmad-core/templates/expansion-pack-plan-tmpl.md +91 -0
  37. package/.bmad-core/templates/front-end-architecture-tmpl.md +173 -0
  38. package/.bmad-core/templates/front-end-spec-tmpl.md +411 -0
  39. package/.bmad-core/templates/fullstack-architecture-tmpl.md +1016 -0
  40. package/.bmad-core/templates/market-research-tmpl.md +261 -0
  41. package/.bmad-core/templates/prd-tmpl.md +200 -0
  42. package/.bmad-core/templates/project-brief-tmpl.md +228 -0
  43. package/.bmad-core/templates/simple-project-prd-tmpl.md +461 -0
  44. package/.bmad-core/templates/story-tmpl.md +61 -0
  45. package/.bmad-core/templates/web-agent-startup-instructions-template.md +39 -0
  46. package/.bmad-core/utils/agent-switcher.ide.md +112 -0
  47. package/.bmad-core/utils/template-format.md +26 -0
  48. package/.bmad-core/utils/workflow-management.md +224 -0
  49. package/.bmad-core/web-bundles/agents/analyst.txt +1684 -0
  50. package/.bmad-core/web-bundles/agents/architect.txt +3584 -0
  51. package/.bmad-core/web-bundles/agents/bmad-master.txt +9491 -0
  52. package/.bmad-core/web-bundles/agents/bmad-orchestrator.txt +1466 -0
  53. package/{dist → .bmad-core/web-bundles}/agents/dev.txt +71 -179
  54. package/{dist → .bmad-core/web-bundles}/agents/pm.txt +1058 -624
  55. package/{dist → .bmad-core/web-bundles}/agents/po.txt +138 -337
  56. package/.bmad-core/web-bundles/agents/qa.txt +129 -0
  57. package/.bmad-core/web-bundles/agents/sm.txt +658 -0
  58. package/.bmad-core/web-bundles/agents/ux-expert.txt +1099 -0
  59. package/.bmad-core/web-bundles/teams/team-all.txt +10757 -0
  60. package/.bmad-core/web-bundles/teams/team-fullstack.txt +10109 -0
  61. package/.bmad-core/web-bundles/teams/team-no-ui.txt +8950 -0
  62. package/.bmad-core/workflows/brownfield-fullstack.yml +116 -0
  63. package/.bmad-core/workflows/brownfield-service.yml +117 -0
  64. package/.bmad-core/workflows/brownfield-ui.yml +127 -0
  65. package/{bmad-core/workflows/greenfield-fullstack.yaml → .bmad-core/workflows/greenfield-fullstack.yml} +77 -140
  66. package/.bmad-core/workflows/greenfield-service.yml +143 -0
  67. package/.bmad-core/workflows/greenfield-ui.yml +172 -0
  68. package/.claude/commands/analyst.md +63 -0
  69. package/.claude/commands/architect.md +70 -0
  70. package/.claude/commands/bmad-master.md +108 -0
  71. package/.claude/commands/bmad-orchestrator.md +85 -0
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  75. package/.claude/commands/qa.md +56 -0
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  81. package/.cursor/rules/bmad-orchestrator.mdc +99 -0
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  101. package/.windsurf/rules/ux-expert.md +78 -0
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  103. package/CONTRIBUTING.md +5 -168
  104. package/LICENSE +1 -1
  105. package/README.md +230 -77
  106. package/docs/bmad-workflow-guide.md +15 -19
  107. package/docs/claude-code-guide.md +119 -0
  108. package/docs/cursor-guide.md +127 -0
  109. package/docs/roo-code-guide.md +140 -0
  110. package/docs/sample-output/simple-fullstack-greenfield/prd.md +42 -0
  111. package/docs/versioning-and-releases.md +16 -8
  112. package/docs/versions.md +5 -4
  113. package/docs/windsurf-guide.md +127 -0
  114. package/expansion-packs/README.md +112 -2
  115. package/expansion-packs/{bmad-infrastructure-devops → infrastructure-devops}/README.md +9 -9
  116. package/expansion-packs/{bmad-infrastructure-devops → infrastructure-devops}/agents/infra-devops-platform.md +15 -15
  117. package/expansion-packs/{bmad-infrastructure-devops → infrastructure-devops}/checklists/infrastructure-checklist.md +1 -1
  118. package/expansion-packs/infrastructure-devops/manifest.yml +38 -0
  119. package/expansion-packs/{bmad-infrastructure-devops → infrastructure-devops}/tasks/review-infrastructure.md +4 -4
  120. package/expansion-packs/{bmad-infrastructure-devops → infrastructure-devops}/tasks/validate-infrastructure.md +4 -4
  121. package/expansion-packs/infrastructure-devops/templates/infrastructure-architecture-tmpl.md +415 -0
  122. package/expansion-packs/infrastructure-devops/templates/infrastructure-platform-from-arch-tmpl.md +0 -0
  123. package/package.json +11 -19
  124. package/tools/bmad-npx-wrapper.js +1 -1
  125. package/tools/builders/web-builder.js +28 -563
  126. package/tools/cli.js +22 -55
  127. package/tools/installer/README.md +53 -3
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  136. package/tools/installer/templates/claude-commands.md +7 -0
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  148. package/bmad-core/agent-teams/team-all.yaml +0 -14
  149. package/bmad-core/agent-teams/team-fullstack.yaml +0 -18
  150. package/bmad-core/agent-teams/team-ide-minimal.yaml +0 -10
  151. package/bmad-core/agent-teams/team-no-ui.yaml +0 -13
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  153. package/bmad-core/agents/bmad-master.md +0 -110
  154. package/bmad-core/agents/bmad-orchestrator.md +0 -140
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  163. package/bmad-core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.md +0 -117
  164. package/bmad-core/tasks/create-brownfield-story.md +0 -355
  165. package/bmad-core/tasks/create-next-story.md +0 -114
  166. package/bmad-core/tasks/create-workflow-plan.md +0 -289
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- - 'If plan exists: Show 📋 Active plan: {workflow} ({progress}% complete). Use *plan-status for details.'
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- - 'If plan exists: Suggest next action based on plan progress'
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- - Assess user goal against available agents and workflows in this bundle
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- - If clear match to an agent's expertise, suggest transformation with *agent command
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- name: BMad Orchestrator
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- title: BMad Master Orchestrator
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- whenToUse: Use for workflow coordination, multi-agent tasks, role switching guidance, and when unsure which specialist to consult
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- persona:
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- role: Master Orchestrator & BMad Method Expert
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- style: Knowledgeable, guiding, adaptable, efficient, encouraging, technically brilliant yet approachable. Helps customize and use BMad Method while orchestrating agents
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- identity: Unified interface to all BMad-Method capabilities, dynamically transforms into any specialized agent
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- focus: Orchestrating the right agent/capability for each need, loading resources only when needed
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- - Assess needs and recommend best approach/agent/workflow
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- - Track current state and guide to next logical steps
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- - When embodied, specialized persona's principles take precedence
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- - Be explicit about active persona and current task
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- - Always use numbered lists for choices
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- - Process commands starting with * immediately
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- help: Show this guide with available agents and workflows
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- chat-mode: Start conversational mode for detailed assistance
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- kb-mode: Load full BMad knowledge base
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- status: Show current context, active agent, and progress
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- agent: Transform into a specialized agent (list if name not specified)
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- exit: Return to BMad or exit session
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- task: Run a specific task (list if name not specified)
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- workflow: Start a specific workflow (list if name not specified)
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- workflow-guidance: Get personalized help selecting the right workflow
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- plan: Create detailed workflow plan before starting
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- plan-status: Show current workflow plan progress
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- plan-update: Update workflow plan status
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- checklist: Execute a checklist (list if name not specified)
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- yolo: Toggle skip confirmations mode
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- === BMad Orchestrator Commands ===
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- ```
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- ==================== END: .bmad-core/agents/bmad-orchestrator.md ====================
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- ==================== START: .bmad-core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.md ====================
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- # Advanced Elicitation Task
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- ## Purpose
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- ## Usage Scenarios
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- ### Scenario 1: Template Document Creation
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- 2. **Offer Elicitation**: Present 9 carefully selected elicitation methods
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- 3. **Simple Selection**: User types a number (0-8) to engage method, or 9 to proceed
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- 4. **Execute & Loop**: Apply selected method, then re-offer choices until user proceeds
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- ### 1. Intelligent Method Selection
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- - **Stakeholder Needs**: Who will use this information
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- - **Creative Potential**: Opportunities for innovation or alternatives
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- 1. **Retrieve Method**: Access the specific elicitation method from the elicitation-methods data file
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- 2. **Apply Context**: Execute the method from your current role's perspective
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- 3. **Provide Results**: Deliver insights, critiques, or alternatives relevant to the content
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- 4. **Re-offer Choice**: Present the same 9 options again until user selects 9 or gives direct feedback
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- - **Stay Relevant**: Tie all elicitation back to the specific content being analyzed
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- - **Identify Personas**: For multi-persona methods, clearly identify which viewpoint is speaking
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- - **Maintain Flow**: Keep the process moving efficiently
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- ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.md ====================
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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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- ## CRITICAL: Mandatory Elicitation Format
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- 3. Present numbered options 1-9:
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- ## Processing Flow
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- 1. **Parse YAML template** - Load template metadata and sections
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- 2. **Set preferences** - Show current mode (Interactive), confirm output file
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- 3. **Process each section:**
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- ## YOLO Mode
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- ## CRITICAL REMINDERS
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- ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/create-doc.md ====================
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- ==================== START: .bmad-core/tasks/create-workflow-plan.md ====================
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- # Create Workflow Plan Task
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- ## Purpose
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- Guide users through workflow selection and create a detailed plan document that outlines the selected workflow steps, decision points, and expected outputs. This task helps users understand what will happen before starting a complex workflow and provides a checklist to track progress.
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- ## Task Instructions
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- ### 1. Understand User's Goal
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- [[LLM: Start with discovery questions to understand what the user wants to accomplish]]
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- - Small enhancement (1-3 stories)
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- - Major feature requiring coordination
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- - Do you have existing documentation?
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- [[LLM: Once workflow is selected, provide clear explanation]]
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- For the selected workflow, explain:
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- 2. **Duration**: Estimated time for planning phase
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- 3. **Outputs**: What documents will be created
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- 4. **Decision Points**: Where user input will be needed
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- 5. **Requirements**: What information should be ready
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- ### 4. Create Workflow Plan Document
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- [[LLM: Generate a comprehensive plan document with the following structure]]
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- ```markdown
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- **Created Date**: {{current date}}
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- ## Objective
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- ## Selected Workflow
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- **Workflow**: `{{workflow-id}}`
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- ## Workflow Steps
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- - **Action**: {{what happens}}
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- - **Output**: {{what's created}}
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- - [ ] Story Development Cycle <!-- step-id: 2.2, repeats: true -->
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- - [ ] Create story (SM agent) <!-- step-id: 2.2.1, agent: sm, task: create-next-story -->
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- - [ ] Review story (optional) <!-- step-id: 2.2.2, agent: analyst, optional: true -->
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- - [ ] Implement story (Dev agent) <!-- step-id: 2.2.3, agent: dev -->
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- - [ ] QA review (optional) <!-- step-id: 2.2.4, agent: qa, optional: true -->
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- ## Expected Outputs
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- - [ ] {{document 2}} - {{description}}
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- {{etc...}}
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- ### Development Artifacts
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- - [ ] Tests
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- ## Prerequisites Checklist
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- - [ ] {{prerequisite 2}}
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- - [ ] {{prerequisite 3}}
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- {{etc...}}
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- ## Customization Options
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- - Add {{additional step}} if {{condition}}
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- - Choose {{alternative}} instead of {{default}}
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- ## Risk Considerations
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- - Rollback strategy: {{approach}}
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- ## Next Steps
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- 2. Gather any missing prerequisites
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- 3. Start workflow with: `*task workflow {{workflow-id}}`
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- ## Notes
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- *This plan can be updated as you progress through the workflow. Check off completed items to track progress.*
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- ```
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- ### 5. Save and Present Plan
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- 2. Inform user: "Workflow plan created at docs/workflow-plan.md"
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- 3. Offer options:
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- - Start the workflow now
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- - Gather prerequisites first
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- - Modify the plan
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- ### 6. Plan Variations
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- [[LLM: Adjust plan detail based on workflow complexity]]
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- **For Simple Workflows** (create-story, create-epic):
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- - Simpler checklist format
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- - Focus on immediate next steps
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- - Less detailed explanations
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- **For Complex Workflows** (full greenfield/brownfield):
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- - Detailed step breakdowns
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- - Comprehensive output descriptions
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- - Risk mitigation sections
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- **For Brownfield Workflows**:
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- - Document integration checkpoints
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- - Note documentation dependencies
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- ### 7. Interactive Planning Mode
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- 2. Allow skipping optional steps
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- 3. Let user reorder certain steps
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- 4. Document customizations in plan
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- 5. Warn about dependencies if steps are skipped
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- ### 8. Execution Guidance
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- After plan is created, provide clear guidance:
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- ```text
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- Your workflow plan is ready! Here's how to proceed:
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- 1. **Review the plan**: Check that all steps align with your goals
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- 2. **Gather prerequisites**: Use the checklist to ensure you're ready
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- 3. **Start execution**:
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- - Step by step: Start with `@{{first-agent}}`
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- 4. **Track progress**: Check off steps in the plan as completed
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- Would you like to:
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- b) Start the workflow now
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- d) Modify the plan
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- ```
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- ## Success Criteria
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- 2. All decision points are documented
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- 3. Prerequisites are identified
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- 4. Expected outputs are clear
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- 5. User feels confident to proceed
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- 6. Plan serves as useful progress tracker
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-
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- ## Integration with BMad Master and Orchestrator
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-
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- When used by BMad Master or BMad Orchestrator, this task should:
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-
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- 1. Be offered when user asks about workflows
652
- 2. Be suggested before starting complex workflows
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- 3. Create a plan that the agent can reference during execution
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- 4. Allow the agent to track progress against the plan
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-
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- ## Example Usage
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-
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- ```text
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- User: "I need to add a payment system to my existing app"
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-
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- BMad Orchestrator: "Let me help you create a workflow plan for that enhancement. I'll ask a few questions to recommend the best approach..."
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-
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- [Runs through discovery questions]
664
-
665
- BMad Orchestrator: "Based on your answers, I recommend the brownfield-fullstack workflow. Let me create a detailed plan for you..."
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-
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- [Creates and saves plan]
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-
669
- BMad Orchestrator: "I've created a workflow plan at docs/workflow-plan.md. This shows all the steps we'll go through, what documents will be created, and where you'll need to make decisions. Would you like to review it together?"
670
- ```
671
- ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/create-workflow-plan.md ====================
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-
673
- ==================== START: .bmad-core/tasks/kb-mode-interaction.md ====================
674
- # KB Mode Interaction Task
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-
676
- ## Purpose
677
- Provide a user-friendly interface to the BMad knowledge base without overwhelming users with information upfront.
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-
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- ## Instructions
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-
681
- When entering KB mode (*kb-mode), follow these steps:
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-
683
- ### 1. Welcome and Guide
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- Announce entering KB mode with a brief, friendly introduction:
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-
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- "I've entered KB mode and have access to the full BMad knowledge base. I can help you with detailed information about any aspect of BMad-Method."
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-
688
- ### 2. Present Topic Areas
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- Offer a concise list of main topic areas the user might want to explore:
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-
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- **What would you like to know more about?**
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-
693
- 1. **Setup & Installation** - Getting started with BMad
694
- 2. **Workflows** - Choosing the right workflow for your project
695
- 3. **Web vs IDE** - When to use each environment
696
- 4. **Agents** - Understanding specialized agents and their roles
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- 5. **Documents** - PRDs, Architecture, Stories, and more
698
- 6. **Agile Process** - How BMad implements Agile methodologies
699
- 7. **Configuration** - Customizing BMad for your needs
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- 8. **Best Practices** - Tips for effective BMad usage
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-
702
- Or ask me about anything else related to BMad-Method!
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-
704
- ### 3. Respond Contextually
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- - Wait for user's specific question or topic selection
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- - Provide focused, relevant information from the knowledge base
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- - Offer to dive deeper or explore related topics
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- - Keep responses concise unless user asks for detailed explanations
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-
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- ### 4. Interactive Exploration
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- - After answering, suggest related topics they might find helpful
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- - Maintain conversational flow rather than data dumping
713
- - Use examples when appropriate
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- - Reference specific documentation sections when relevant
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-
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- ### 5. Exit Gracefully
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- When user is done or wants to exit KB mode:
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- - Summarize key points discussed if helpful
719
- - Remind them they can return to KB mode anytime with *kb-mode
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- - Suggest next steps based on what was discussed
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-
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- ## Example Interaction
723
-
724
- **User**: *kb-mode
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-
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- **Assistant**: I've entered KB mode and have access to the full BMad knowledge base. I can help you with detailed information about any aspect of BMad-Method.
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-
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- **What would you like to know more about?**
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-
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- 1. **Setup & Installation** - Getting started with BMad
731
- 2. **Workflows** - Choosing the right workflow for your project
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- 3. **Web vs IDE** - When to use each environment
733
- 4. **Agents** - Understanding specialized agents and their roles
734
- 5. **Documents** - PRDs, Architecture, Stories, and more
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- 6. **Agile Process** - How BMad implements Agile methodologies
736
- 7. **Configuration** - Customizing BMad for your needs
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- 8. **Best Practices** - Tips for effective BMad usage
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-
739
- Or ask me about anything else related to BMad-Method!
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-
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- **User**: Tell me about workflows
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-
743
- **Assistant**: [Provides focused information about workflows from the KB, then offers to explore specific workflow types or related topics]
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- ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/kb-mode-interaction.md ====================
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-
746
- ==================== START: .bmad-core/tasks/update-workflow-plan.md ====================
747
- # Update Workflow Plan Task
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-
749
- ## Purpose
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-
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- Update the status of steps in an active workflow plan, mark completions, add notes about deviations, and maintain an accurate record of workflow progress. This task can be called directly by users or automatically by other tasks upon completion.
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-
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- ## Task Instructions
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-
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- ### 0. Load Plan Configuration
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-
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- [[LLM: First load core-config.yaml to get plan settings]]
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-
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- Check workflow configuration:
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-
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- - `workflow.planFile` - Location of the plan (default: docs/workflow-plan.md)
762
- - `workflow.trackProgress` - Whether tracking is enabled
763
- - `workflow.updateOnCompletion` - Whether to auto-update on task completion
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-
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- If tracking is disabled, inform user and exit.
766
-
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- ### 1. Verify Plan Exists
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-
769
- [[LLM: Check if workflow plan exists at configured location]]
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-
771
- If no plan exists:
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-
773
- ```
774
- No active workflow plan found at {location}.
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- Would you like to create one? Use *plan command.
776
- ```
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-
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- ### 2. Determine Update Type
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-
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- [[LLM: Ask user what type of update they want to make]]
781
-
782
- Present options:
783
-
784
- ```
785
- What would you like to update in the workflow plan?
786
-
787
- 1. Mark step as complete
788
- 2. Update current step
789
- 3. Add deviation note
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- 4. Mark decision point resolution
791
- 5. Update overall status
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- 6. View current plan status only
793
-
794
- Please select an option (1-6):
795
- ```
796
-
797
- ### 3. Parse Current Plan
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-
799
- [[LLM: Read and parse the plan to understand current state]]
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-
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- Extract:
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-
803
- - All steps with their checkbox status
804
- - Step IDs from comments (if present)
805
- - Current completion percentage
806
- - Any existing deviation notes
807
- - Decision points and their status
808
-
809
- ### 4. Execute Updates
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-
811
- #### 4.1 Mark Step Complete
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-
813
- If user selected option 1:
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-
815
- 1. Show numbered list of incomplete steps
816
- 2. Ask which step to mark complete
817
- 3. Update the checkbox from `[ ]` to `[x]`
818
- 4. Add completion timestamp: `<!-- completed: YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM -->`
819
- 5. If this was the current step, identify next step
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-
821
- #### 4.2 Update Current Step
822
-
823
- If user selected option 2:
824
-
825
- 1. Show all steps with current status
826
- 2. Ask which step is now current
827
- 3. Add/move `<!-- current-step -->` marker
828
- 4. Optionally add note about why sequence changed
829
-
830
- #### 4.3 Add Deviation Note
831
-
832
- If user selected option 3:
833
-
834
- 1. Ask for deviation description
835
- 2. Ask which step this relates to (or general)
836
- 3. Insert note in appropriate location:
837
-
838
- ```markdown
839
- > **Deviation Note** (YYYY-MM-DD): {user_note}
840
- > Related to: Step X.Y or General workflow
841
- ```
842
-
843
- #### 4.4 Mark Decision Resolution
844
-
845
- If user selected option 4:
846
-
847
- 1. Show pending decision points
848
- 2. Ask which decision was made
849
- 3. Record the decision and chosen path
850
- 4. Update related steps based on decision
851
-
852
- #### 4.5 Update Overall Status
853
-
854
- If user selected option 5:
855
-
856
- 1. Show current overall status
857
- 2. Provide options:
858
- - Active (continuing with plan)
859
- - Paused (temporarily stopped)
860
- - Abandoned (no longer following)
861
- - Complete (all steps done)
862
- 3. Update plan header with new status
863
-
864
- ### 5. Automatic Updates (When Called by Tasks)
865
-
866
- [[LLM: When called automatically by another task]]
867
-
868
- If called with parameters:
869
-
870
- ```
871
- task: {task_name}
872
- step_id: {step_identifier}
873
- status: complete|skipped|failed
874
- note: {optional_note}
875
- ```
876
-
877
- Automatically:
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-
879
- 1. Find the corresponding step
880
- 2. Update its status
881
- 3. Add completion metadata
882
- 4. Add note if provided
883
- 5. Calculate new progress percentage
884
-
885
- ### 6. Generate Update Summary
886
-
887
- After updates, show summary:
888
-
889
- ```
890
- ✅ Workflow Plan Updated
891
-
892
- Changes made:
893
- - {change_1}
894
- - {change_2}
895
-
896
- New Status:
897
- - Progress: {X}% complete ({completed}/{total} steps)
898
- - Current Step: {current_step}
899
- - Next Recommended: {next_step}
900
-
901
- Plan location: {file_path}
902
- ```
903
-
904
- ### 7. Integration with Other Tasks
905
-
906
- [[LLM: How other tasks should call this]]
907
-
908
- Other tasks can integrate by:
909
-
910
- 1. **After Task Completion**:
911
-
912
- ```
913
- At end of task execution:
914
- - Check if task corresponds to a plan step
915
- - If yes, call update-workflow-plan with:
916
- - task: {current_task_name}
917
- - step_id: {matching_step}
918
- - status: complete
919
- ```
920
-
921
- 2. **On Task Failure**:
922
-
923
- ```
924
- If task fails:
925
- - Call update-workflow-plan with:
926
- - task: {current_task_name}
927
- - status: failed
928
- - note: {failure_reason}
929
- ```
930
-
931
- ### 8. Plan Status Display
932
-
933
- [[LLM: When user selects view status only]]
934
-
935
- Display comprehensive status:
936
-
937
- ```markdown
938
- 📋 Workflow Plan Status
939
- ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
940
- Workflow: {workflow_name}
941
- Status: {Active|Paused|Complete}
942
- Progress: {X}% complete ({completed}/{total} steps)
943
- Last Updated: {timestamp}
944
-
945
- ✅ Completed Steps:
946
- - [x] Step 1.1: {description} (completed: {date})
947
- - [x] Step 1.2: {description} (completed: {date})
948
-
949
- 🔄 Current Step:
950
- - [ ] Step 2.1: {description} <!-- current-step -->
951
- Agent: {agent_name}
952
- Task: {task_name}
953
-
954
- 📌 Upcoming Steps:
955
- - [ ] Step 2.2: {description}
956
- - [ ] Step 3.1: {description}
957
-
958
- ⚠️ Deviations/Notes:
959
- {any_deviation_notes}
960
-
961
- 📊 Decision Points:
962
- - Decision 1: {status} - {choice_made}
963
- - Decision 2: Pending
964
-
965
- 💡 Next Action:
966
- Based on the plan, you should {recommended_action}
967
- ```
968
-
969
- ## Success Criteria
970
-
971
- The update is successful when:
972
-
973
- 1. Plan accurately reflects current workflow state
974
- 2. All updates are clearly timestamped
975
- 3. Deviations are documented with reasons
976
- 4. Progress calculation is correct
977
- 5. Next steps are clear to user
978
- 6. Plan remains readable and well-formatted
979
-
980
- ## Error Handling
981
-
982
- - **Plan file not found**: Offer to create new plan
983
- - **Malformed plan**: Attempt basic updates, warn user
984
- - **Write permission error**: Show changes that would be made
985
- - **Step not found**: Show available steps, ask for clarification
986
- - **Concurrent updates**: Implement simple locking or warn about conflicts
987
-
988
- ## Notes
989
-
990
- - Always preserve plan history (don't delete old information)
991
- - Keep updates atomic to prevent corruption
992
- - Consider creating backup before major updates
993
- - Updates should enhance, not complicate, the workflow experience
994
- - If plan becomes too cluttered, suggest creating fresh plan for next phase
995
- ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/update-workflow-plan.md ====================
996
-
997
- ==================== START: .bmad-core/data/bmad-kb.md ====================
998
- # BMad Knowledge Base
999
-
1000
- ## Overview
1001
-
1002
- BMad-Method (Breakthrough Method of Agile AI-driven Development) is a framework that combines AI agents with Agile development methodologies. The v4 system introduces a modular architecture with improved dependency management, bundle optimization, and support for both web and IDE environments.
1003
-
1004
- ### Key Features
1005
-
1006
- - **Modular Agent System**: Specialized AI agents for each Agile role
1007
- - **Build System**: Automated dependency resolution and optimization
1008
- - **Dual Environment Support**: Optimized for both web UIs and IDEs
1009
- - **Reusable Resources**: Portable templates, tasks, and checklists
1010
- - **Slash Command Integration**: Quick agent switching and control
1011
-
1012
- ### When to Use BMad
1013
-
1014
- - **New Projects (Greenfield)**: Complete end-to-end development
1015
- - **Existing Projects (Brownfield)**: Feature additions and enhancements
1016
- - **Team Collaboration**: Multiple roles working together
1017
- - **Quality Assurance**: Structured testing and validation
1018
- - **Documentation**: Professional PRDs, architecture docs, user stories
1019
-
1020
- ## How BMad Works
1021
-
1022
- ### The Core Method
1023
-
1024
- BMad transforms you into a "Vibe CEO" - directing a team of specialized AI agents through structured workflows. Here's how:
1025
-
1026
- 1. **You Direct, AI Executes**: You provide vision and decisions; agents handle implementation details
1027
- 2. **Specialized Agents**: Each agent masters one role (PM, Developer, Architect, etc.)
1028
- 3. **Structured Workflows**: Proven patterns guide you from idea to deployed code
1029
- 4. **Clean Handoffs**: Fresh context windows ensure agents stay focused and effective
1030
-
1031
- ### The Two-Phase Approach
1032
-
1033
- #### Phase 1: Planning (Web UI - Cost Effective)
1034
-
1035
- - Use large context windows (Gemini's 1M tokens)
1036
- - Generate comprehensive documents (PRD, Architecture)
1037
- - Leverage multiple agents for brainstorming
1038
- - Create once, use throughout development
1039
-
1040
- #### Phase 2: Development (IDE - Implementation)
1041
-
1042
- - Shard documents into manageable pieces
1043
- - Execute focused SM → Dev cycles
1044
- - One story at a time, sequential progress
1045
- - Real-time file operations and testing
1046
-
1047
- ### The Development Loop
1048
-
1049
- ```text
1050
- 1. SM Agent (New Chat) → Creates next story from sharded docs
1051
- 2. You → Review and approve story
1052
- 3. Dev Agent (New Chat) → Implements approved story
1053
- 4. QA Agent (New Chat) → Reviews and refactors code
1054
- 5. You → Verify completion
1055
- 6. Repeat until epic complete
1056
- ```
1057
-
1058
- ### Why This Works
1059
-
1060
- - **Context Optimization**: Clean chats = better AI performance
1061
- - **Role Clarity**: Agents don't context-switch = higher quality
1062
- - **Incremental Progress**: Small stories = manageable complexity
1063
- - **Human Oversight**: You validate each step = quality control
1064
- - **Document-Driven**: Specs guide everything = consistency
1065
-
1066
- ## Getting Started
1067
-
1068
- ### Quick Start Options
1069
-
1070
- #### Option 1: Web UI
1071
-
1072
- **Best for**: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini users who want to start immediately
1073
-
1074
- 1. Navigate to `dist/teams/`
1075
- 2. Copy `team-fullstack.txt` content
1076
- 3. Create new Gemini Gem or CustomGPT
1077
- 4. Upload file with instructions: "Your critical operating instructions are attached, do not break character as directed"
1078
- 5. Type `/help` to see available commands
1079
-
1080
- #### Option 2: IDE Integration
1081
-
1082
- **Best for**: Cursor, Claude Code, Windsurf, Trae, Cline, Roo Code, Github Copilot users
1083
-
1084
- ```bash
1085
- # Interactive installation (recommended)
1086
- npx bmad-method install
1087
- ```
1088
-
1089
- **Installation Steps**:
1090
-
1091
- - Choose "Complete installation"
1092
- - Select your IDE from supported options:
1093
- - **Cursor**: Native AI integration
1094
- - **Claude Code**: Anthropic's official IDE
1095
- - **Windsurf**: Built-in AI capabilities
1096
- - **Trae**: Built-in AI capabilities
1097
- - **Cline**: VS Code extension with AI features
1098
- - **Roo Code**: Web-based IDE with agent support
1099
- - **GitHub Copilot**: VS Code extension with AI peer programming assistant
1100
-
1101
- **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.
1102
-
1103
- **Verify Installation**:
1104
-
1105
- - `.bmad-core/` folder created with all agents
1106
- - IDE-specific integration files created
1107
- - All agent commands/rules/modes available
1108
-
1109
- **Remember**: At its core, BMad-Method is about mastering and harnessing prompt engineering. Any IDE with AI agent support can use BMad - the framework provides the structured prompts and workflows that make AI development effective
1110
-
1111
- ### Environment Selection Guide
1112
-
1113
- **Use Web UI for**:
1114
-
1115
- - Initial planning and documentation (PRD, architecture)
1116
- - Cost-effective document creation (especially with Gemini)
1117
- - Brainstorming and analysis phases
1118
- - Multi-agent consultation and planning
1119
-
1120
- **Use IDE for**:
1121
-
1122
- - Active development and coding
1123
- - File operations and project integration
1124
- - Document sharding and story management
1125
- - Implementation workflow (SM/Dev cycles)
1126
-
1127
- **Cost-Saving Tip**: Create large documents (PRDs, architecture) in web UI, then copy to `docs/prd.md` and `docs/architecture.md` in your project before switching to IDE for development.
1128
-
1129
- ### IDE-Only Workflow Considerations
1130
-
1131
- **Can you do everything in IDE?** Yes, but understand the tradeoffs:
1132
-
1133
- **Pros of IDE-Only**:
1134
-
1135
- - Single environment workflow
1136
- - Direct file operations from start
1137
- - No copy/paste between environments
1138
- - Immediate project integration
1139
-
1140
- **Cons of IDE-Only**:
1141
-
1142
- - Higher token costs for large document creation
1143
- - Smaller context windows (varies by IDE/model)
1144
- - May hit limits during planning phases
1145
- - Less cost-effective for brainstorming
1146
-
1147
- **Using Web Agents in IDE**:
1148
-
1149
- - **NOT RECOMMENDED**: Web agents (PM, Architect) have rich dependencies designed for large contexts
1150
- - **Why it matters**: Dev agents are kept lean to maximize coding context
1151
- - **The principle**: "Dev agents code, planning agents plan" - mixing breaks this optimization
1152
-
1153
- **About bmad-master and bmad-orchestrator**:
1154
-
1155
- - **bmad-master**: CAN do any task without switching agents, BUT...
1156
- - **Still use specialized agents for planning**: PM, Architect, and UX Expert have tuned personas that produce better results
1157
- - **Why specialization matters**: Each agent's personality and focus creates higher quality outputs
1158
- - **If using bmad-master/orchestrator**: Fine for planning phases, but...
1159
-
1160
- **CRITICAL RULE for Development**:
1161
-
1162
- - **ALWAYS use SM agent for story creation** - Never use bmad-master/orchestrator
1163
- - **ALWAYS use Dev agent for implementation** - Never use bmad-master/orchestrator
1164
- - **Why this matters**: SM and Dev agents are specifically optimized for the development workflow
1165
- - **No exceptions**: Even if using bmad-master for everything else, switch to SM → Dev for implementation
1166
-
1167
- **Best Practice for IDE-Only**:
1168
-
1169
- 1. Use PM/Architect/UX agents for planning (better than bmad-master)
1170
- 2. Create documents directly in project
1171
- 3. Shard immediately after creation
1172
- 4. **MUST switch to SM agent** for story creation
1173
- 5. **MUST switch to Dev agent** for implementation
1174
- 6. Keep planning and coding in separate chat sessions
1175
-
1176
- ## Core Configuration (core-config.yaml)
1177
-
1178
- **New in V4**: The `bmad-core/core-config.yaml` file is a critical innovation that enables BMad to work seamlessly with any project structure, providing maximum flexibility and backwards compatibility.
1179
-
1180
- ### What is core-config.yaml?
1181
-
1182
- This configuration file acts as a map for BMad agents, telling them exactly where to find your project documents and how they're structured. It enables:
1183
-
1184
- - **Version Flexibility**: Work with V3, V4, or custom document structures
1185
- - **Custom Locations**: Define where your documents and shards live
1186
- - **Developer Context**: Specify which files the dev agent should always load
1187
- - **Debug Support**: Built-in logging for troubleshooting
1188
-
1189
- ### Key Configuration Areas
1190
-
1191
- #### PRD Configuration
1192
-
1193
- - **prdVersion**: Tells agents if PRD follows v3 or v4 conventions
1194
- - **prdSharded**: Whether epics are embedded (false) or in separate files (true)
1195
- - **prdShardedLocation**: Where to find sharded epic files
1196
- - **epicFilePattern**: Pattern for epic filenames (e.g., `epic-{n}*.md`)
1197
-
1198
- #### Architecture Configuration
1199
-
1200
- - **architectureVersion**: v3 (monolithic) or v4 (sharded)
1201
- - **architectureSharded**: Whether architecture is split into components
1202
- - **architectureShardedLocation**: Where sharded architecture files live
1203
-
1204
- #### Developer Files
1205
-
1206
- - **devLoadAlwaysFiles**: List of files the dev agent loads for every task
1207
- - **devDebugLog**: Where dev agent logs repeated failures
1208
- - **agentCoreDump**: Export location for chat conversations
1209
-
1210
- ### Why It Matters
1211
-
1212
- 1. **No Forced Migrations**: Keep your existing document structure
1213
- 2. **Gradual Adoption**: Start with V3 and migrate to V4 at your pace
1214
- 3. **Custom Workflows**: Configure BMad to match your team's process
1215
- 4. **Intelligent Agents**: Agents automatically adapt to your configuration
1216
-
1217
- ### Common Configurations
1218
-
1219
- **Legacy V3 Project**:
1220
-
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- ```yaml
1222
- prdVersion: v3
1223
- prdSharded: false
1224
- architectureVersion: v3
1225
- architectureSharded: false
1226
- ```
1227
-
1228
- **V4 Optimized Project**:
1229
-
1230
- ```yaml
1231
- prdVersion: v4
1232
- prdSharded: true
1233
- prdShardedLocation: docs/prd
1234
- architectureVersion: v4
1235
- architectureSharded: true
1236
- architectureShardedLocation: docs/architecture
1237
- ```
1238
-
1239
- ## Core Philosophy
1240
-
1241
- ### Vibe CEO'ing
1242
-
1243
- You are the "Vibe CEO" - thinking like a CEO with unlimited resources and a singular vision. Your AI agents are your high-powered team, and your role is to:
1244
-
1245
- - **Direct**: Provide clear instructions and objectives
1246
- - **Refine**: Iterate on outputs to achieve quality
1247
- - **Oversee**: Maintain strategic alignment across all agents
1248
-
1249
- ### Core Principles
1250
-
1251
- 1. **MAXIMIZE_AI_LEVERAGE**: Push the AI to deliver more. Challenge outputs and iterate.
1252
- 2. **QUALITY_CONTROL**: You are the ultimate arbiter of quality. Review all outputs.
1253
- 3. **STRATEGIC_OVERSIGHT**: Maintain the high-level vision and ensure alignment.
1254
- 4. **ITERATIVE_REFINEMENT**: Expect to revisit steps. This is not a linear process.
1255
- 5. **CLEAR_INSTRUCTIONS**: Precise requests lead to better outputs.
1256
- 6. **DOCUMENTATION_IS_KEY**: Good inputs (briefs, PRDs) lead to good outputs.
1257
- 7. **START_SMALL_SCALE_FAST**: Test concepts, then expand.
1258
- 8. **EMBRACE_THE_CHAOS**: Adapt and overcome challenges.
1259
-
1260
- ### Key Workflow Principles
1261
-
1262
- 1. **Agent Specialization**: Each agent has specific expertise and responsibilities
1263
- 2. **Clean Handoffs**: Always start fresh when switching between agents
1264
- 3. **Status Tracking**: Maintain story statuses (Draft → Approved → InProgress → Done)
1265
- 4. **Iterative Development**: Complete one story before starting the next
1266
- 5. **Documentation First**: Always start with solid PRD and architecture
1267
-
1268
- ## Agent System
1269
-
1270
- ### Core Development Team
1271
-
1272
- | Agent | Role | Primary Functions | When to Use |
1273
- | ----------- | ------------------ | --------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------- |
1274
- | `analyst` | Business Analyst | Market research, requirements gathering | Project planning, competitive analysis |
1275
- | `pm` | Product Manager | PRD creation, feature prioritization | Strategic planning, roadmaps |
1276
- | `architect` | Solution Architect | System design, technical architecture | Complex systems, scalability planning |
1277
- | `dev` | Developer | Code implementation, debugging | All development tasks |
1278
- | `qa` | QA Specialist | Test planning, quality assurance | Testing strategies, bug validation |
1279
- | `ux-expert` | UX Designer | UI/UX design, prototypes | User experience, interface design |
1280
- | `po` | Product Owner | Backlog management, story validation | Story refinement, acceptance criteria |
1281
- | `sm` | Scrum Master | Sprint planning, story creation | Project management, workflow |
1282
-
1283
- ### Meta Agents
1284
-
1285
- | Agent | Role | Primary Functions | When to Use |
1286
- | ------------------- | ---------------- | ------------------------------------- | --------------------------------- |
1287
- | `bmad-orchestrator` | Team Coordinator | Multi-agent workflows, role switching | Complex multi-role tasks |
1288
- | `bmad-master` | Universal Expert | All capabilities without switching | Single-session comprehensive work |
1289
-
1290
- ### Agent Interaction Commands
1291
-
1292
- #### IDE-Specific Syntax
1293
-
1294
- **Agent Loading by IDE**:
1295
-
1296
- - **Claude Code**: `/agent-name` (e.g., `/bmad-master`)
1297
- - **Cursor**: `@agent-name` (e.g., `@bmad-master`)
1298
- - **Windsurf**: `@agent-name` (e.g., `@bmad-master`)
1299
- - **Trae**: `@agent-name` (e.g., `@bmad-master`)
1300
- - **Roo Code**: Select mode from mode selector (e.g., `bmad-bmad-master`)
1301
- - **GitHub Copilot**: Open the Chat view (`⌃⌘I` on Mac, `Ctrl+Alt+I` on Windows/Linux) and select **Agent** from the chat mode selector.
1302
-
1303
- **Chat Management Guidelines**:
1304
-
1305
- - **Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Trae**: Start new chats when switching agents
1306
- - **Roo Code**: Switch modes within the same conversation
1307
-
1308
- **Common Task Commands**:
1309
-
1310
- - `*help` - Show available commands
1311
- - `*status` - Show current context/progress
1312
- - `*exit` - Exit the agent mode
1313
- - `*shard-doc docs/prd.md prd` - Shard PRD into manageable pieces
1314
- - `*shard-doc docs/architecture.md architecture` - Shard architecture document
1315
- - `*create` - Run create-next-story task (SM agent)
1316
-
1317
- **In Web UI**:
1318
-
1319
- ```text
1320
- /pm create-doc prd
1321
- /architect review system design
1322
- /dev implement story 1.2
1323
- /help - Show available commands
1324
- /switch agent-name - Change active agent (if orchestrator available)
1325
- ```
1326
-
1327
- ## Team Configurations
1328
-
1329
- ### Pre-Built Teams
1330
-
1331
- #### Team All
1332
-
1333
- - **Includes**: All 10 agents + orchestrator
1334
- - **Use Case**: Complete projects requiring all roles
1335
- - **Bundle**: `team-all.txt`
1336
-
1337
- #### Team Fullstack
1338
-
1339
- - **Includes**: PM, Architect, Developer, QA, UX Expert
1340
- - **Use Case**: End-to-end web/mobile development
1341
- - **Bundle**: `team-fullstack.txt`
1342
-
1343
- #### Team No-UI
1344
-
1345
- - **Includes**: PM, Architect, Developer, QA (no UX Expert)
1346
- - **Use Case**: Backend services, APIs, system development
1347
- - **Bundle**: `team-no-ui.txt`
1348
-
1349
- ## Core Architecture
1350
-
1351
- ### System Overview
1352
-
1353
- The BMad-Method is built around a modular architecture centered on the `bmad-core` directory, which serves as the brain of the entire system. This design enables the framework to operate effectively in both IDE environments (like Cursor, VS Code) and web-based AI interfaces (like ChatGPT, Gemini).
1354
-
1355
- ### Key Architectural Components
1356
-
1357
- #### 1. Agents (`bmad-core/agents/`)
1358
-
1359
- - **Purpose**: Each markdown file defines a specialized AI agent for a specific Agile role (PM, Dev, Architect, etc.)
1360
- - **Structure**: Contains YAML headers specifying the agent's persona, capabilities, and dependencies
1361
- - **Dependencies**: Lists of tasks, templates, checklists, and data files the agent can use
1362
- - **Startup Instructions**: Can load project-specific documentation for immediate context
1363
-
1364
- #### 2. Agent Teams (`bmad-core/agent-teams/`)
1365
-
1366
- - **Purpose**: Define collections of agents bundled together for specific purposes
1367
- - **Examples**: `team-all.yaml` (comprehensive bundle), `team-fullstack.yaml` (full-stack development)
1368
- - **Usage**: Creates pre-packaged contexts for web UI environments
1369
-
1370
- #### 3. Workflows (`bmad-core/workflows/`)
1371
-
1372
- - **Purpose**: YAML files defining prescribed sequences of steps for specific project types
1373
- - **Types**: Greenfield (new projects) and Brownfield (existing projects) for UI, service, and fullstack development
1374
- - **Structure**: Defines agent interactions, artifacts created, and transition conditions
1375
-
1376
- #### 4. Reusable Resources
1377
-
1378
- - **Templates** (`bmad-core/templates/`): Markdown templates for PRDs, architecture specs, user stories
1379
- - **Tasks** (`bmad-core/tasks/`): Instructions for specific repeatable actions like "shard-doc" or "create-next-story"
1380
- - **Checklists** (`bmad-core/checklists/`): Quality assurance checklists for validation and review
1381
- - **Data** (`bmad-core/data/`): Core knowledge base and technical preferences
1382
-
1383
- ### Dual Environment Architecture
1384
-
1385
- #### IDE Environment
1386
-
1387
- - Users interact directly with agent markdown files
1388
- - Agents can access all dependencies dynamically
1389
- - Supports real-time file operations and project integration
1390
- - Optimized for development workflow execution
1391
-
1392
- #### Web UI Environment
1393
-
1394
- - Uses pre-built bundles from `dist/teams` for stand alone 1 upload files for all agents and their assets with an orchestrating agent
1395
- - Single text files containing all agent dependencies are in `dist/agents/` - these are unnecessary unless you want to create a web agent that is only a single agent and not a team
1396
- - Created by the web-builder tool for upload to web interfaces
1397
- - Provides complete context in one package
1398
-
1399
- ### Template Processing System
1400
-
1401
- BMad employs a sophisticated template system with three key components:
1402
-
1403
- 1. **Template Format** (`utils/bmad-doc-template.md`): Defines markup language for variable substitution and AI processing directives from yaml templates
1404
- 2. **Document Creation** (`tasks/create-doc.md`): Orchestrates template selection and user interaction to transform yaml spec to final markdown output
1405
- 3. **Advanced Elicitation** (`tasks/advanced-elicitation.md`): Provides interactive refinement through structured brainstorming
1406
-
1407
- ### Technical Preferences Integration
1408
-
1409
- The `technical-preferences.md` file serves as a persistent technical profile that:
1410
-
1411
- - Ensures consistency across all agents and projects
1412
- - Eliminates repetitive technology specification
1413
- - Provides personalized recommendations aligned with user preferences
1414
- - Evolves over time with lessons learned
1415
-
1416
- ### Build and Delivery Process
1417
-
1418
- The `web-builder.js` tool creates web-ready bundles by:
1419
-
1420
- 1. Reading agent or team definition files
1421
- 2. Recursively resolving all dependencies
1422
- 3. Concatenating content into single text files with clear separators
1423
- 4. Outputting ready-to-upload bundles for web AI interfaces
1424
-
1425
- This architecture enables seamless operation across environments while maintaining the rich, interconnected agent ecosystem that makes BMad powerful.
1426
-
1427
- ## Complete Development Workflow
1428
-
1429
- ### Planning Phase (Web UI Recommended - Especially Gemini!)
1430
-
1431
- **Ideal for cost efficiency with Gemini's massive context:**
1432
-
1433
- **For Brownfield Projects - Start Here!**:
1434
-
1435
- 1. **Upload entire project to Gemini Web** (GitHub URL, files, or zip)
1436
- 2. **Document existing system**: `/analyst` → `*document-project`
1437
- 3. **Creates comprehensive docs** from entire codebase analysis
1438
-
1439
- **For All Projects**:
1440
-
1441
- 1. **Optional Analysis**: `/analyst` - Market research, competitive analysis
1442
- 2. **Project Brief**: Create foundation document (Analyst or user)
1443
- 3. **PRD Creation**: `/pm create-doc prd` - Comprehensive product requirements
1444
- 4. **Architecture Design**: `/architect create-doc architecture` - Technical foundation
1445
- 5. **Validation & Alignment**: `/po` run master checklist to ensure document consistency
1446
- 6. **Document Preparation**: Copy final documents to project as `docs/prd.md` and `docs/architecture.md`
1447
-
1448
- #### Example Planning Prompts
1449
-
1450
- **For PRD Creation**:
1451
-
1452
- ```text
1453
- "I want to build a [type] application that [core purpose].
1454
- Help me brainstorm features and create a comprehensive PRD."
1455
- ```
1456
-
1457
- **For Architecture Design**:
1458
-
1459
- ```text
1460
- "Based on this PRD, design a scalable technical architecture
1461
- that can handle [specific requirements]."
1462
- ```
1463
-
1464
- ### Critical Transition: Web UI to IDE
1465
-
1466
- **Once planning is complete, you MUST switch to IDE for development:**
1467
-
1468
- - **Why**: Development workflow requires file operations, real-time project integration, and document sharding
1469
- - **Cost Benefit**: Web UI is more cost-effective for large document creation; IDE is optimized for development tasks
1470
- - **Required Files**: Ensure `docs/prd.md` and `docs/architecture.md` exist in your project
1471
-
1472
- ### IDE Development Workflow
1473
-
1474
- **Prerequisites**: Planning documents must exist in `docs/` folder
1475
-
1476
- 1. **Document Sharding** (CRITICAL STEP):
1477
- - Documents created by PM/Architect (in Web or IDE) MUST be sharded for development
1478
- - Two methods to shard:
1479
- a) **Manual**: Drag `shard-doc` task + document file into chat
1480
- b) **Agent**: Ask `@bmad-master` or `@po` to shard documents
1481
- - Shards `docs/prd.md` → `docs/prd/` folder
1482
- - Shards `docs/architecture.md` → `docs/architecture/` folder
1483
- - **WARNING**: Do NOT shard in Web UI - copying many small files is painful!
1484
-
1485
- 2. **Verify Sharded Content**:
1486
- - At least one `epic-n.md` file in `docs/prd/` with stories in development order
1487
- - Source tree document and coding standards for dev agent reference
1488
- - Sharded docs for SM agent story creation
1489
-
1490
- Resulting Folder Structure:
1491
-
1492
- - `docs/prd/` - Broken down PRD sections
1493
- - `docs/architecture/` - Broken down architecture sections
1494
- - `docs/stories/` - Generated user stories
1495
-
1496
- 1. **Development Cycle** (Sequential, one story at a time):
1497
-
1498
- **CRITICAL CONTEXT MANAGEMENT**:
1499
- - **Context windows matter!** Always use fresh, clean context windows
1500
- - **Model selection matters!** Use most powerful thinking model for SM story creation
1501
- - **ALWAYS start new chat between SM, Dev, and QA work**
1502
-
1503
- **Step 1 - Story Creation**:
1504
- - **NEW CLEAN CHAT** → Select powerful model → `@sm` → `*create`
1505
- - SM executes create-next-story task
1506
- - Review generated story in `docs/stories/`
1507
- - Update status from "Draft" to "Approved"
1508
-
1509
- **Step 2 - Story Implementation**:
1510
- - **NEW CLEAN CHAT** → `@dev`
1511
- - Agent asks which story to implement
1512
- - Include story file content to save dev agent lookup time
1513
- - Dev follows tasks/subtasks, marking completion
1514
- - Dev maintains File List of all changes
1515
- - Dev marks story as "Review" when complete with all tests passing
1516
-
1517
- **Step 3 - Senior QA Review**:
1518
- - **NEW CLEAN CHAT** → `@qa` → execute review-story task
1519
- - QA performs senior developer code review
1520
- - QA can refactor and improve code directly
1521
- - QA appends results to story's QA Results section
1522
- - If approved: Status → "Done"
1523
- - If changes needed: Status stays "Review" with unchecked items for dev
1524
-
1525
- **Step 4 - Repeat**: Continue SM → Dev → QA cycle until all epic stories complete
1526
-
1527
- **Important**: Only 1 story in progress at a time, worked sequentially until all epic stories complete.
1528
-
1529
- ### Status Tracking Workflow
1530
-
1531
- Stories progress through defined statuses:
1532
-
1533
- - **Draft** → **Approved** → **InProgress** → **Done**
1534
-
1535
- Each status change requires user verification and approval before proceeding.
1536
-
1537
- ### Workflow Types
1538
-
1539
- #### Greenfield Development
1540
-
1541
- - Business analysis and market research
1542
- - Product requirements and feature definition
1543
- - System architecture and design
1544
- - Development execution
1545
- - Testing and deployment
1546
-
1547
- #### Brownfield Enhancement (Existing Projects)
1548
-
1549
- **Key Concept**: Brownfield development requires comprehensive documentation of your existing project for AI agents to understand context, patterns, and constraints.
1550
-
1551
- **Complete Brownfield Workflow Options**:
1552
-
1553
- **Option 1: PRD-First (Recommended for Large Codebases/Monorepos)**:
1554
-
1555
- 1. **Upload project to Gemini Web** (GitHub URL, files, or zip)
1556
- 2. **Create PRD first**: `@pm` → `*create-doc brownfield-prd`
1557
- 3. **Focused documentation**: `@analyst` → `*document-project`
1558
- - Analyst asks for focus if no PRD provided
1559
- - Choose "single document" format for Web UI
1560
- - Uses PRD to document ONLY relevant areas
1561
- - Creates one comprehensive markdown file
1562
- - Avoids bloating docs with unused code
1563
-
1564
- **Option 2: Document-First (Good for Smaller Projects)**:
1565
-
1566
- 1. **Upload project to Gemini Web**
1567
- 2. **Document everything**: `@analyst` → `*document-project`
1568
- 3. **Then create PRD**: `@pm` → `*create-doc brownfield-prd`
1569
- - More thorough but can create excessive documentation
1570
-
1571
- 4. **Requirements Gathering**:
1572
- - **Brownfield PRD**: Use PM agent with `brownfield-prd-tmpl`
1573
- - **Analyzes**: Existing system, constraints, integration points
1574
- - **Defines**: Enhancement scope, compatibility requirements, risk assessment
1575
- - **Creates**: Epic and story structure for changes
1576
-
1577
- 5. **Architecture Planning**:
1578
- - **Brownfield Architecture**: Use Architect agent with `brownfield-architecture-tmpl`
1579
- - **Integration Strategy**: How new features integrate with existing system
1580
- - **Migration Planning**: Gradual rollout and backwards compatibility
1581
- - **Risk Mitigation**: Addressing potential breaking changes
1582
-
1583
- **Brownfield-Specific Resources**:
1584
-
1585
- **Templates**:
1586
-
1587
- - `brownfield-prd-tmpl.md`: Comprehensive enhancement planning with existing system analysis
1588
- - `brownfield-architecture-tmpl.md`: Integration-focused architecture for existing systems
1589
-
1590
- **Tasks**:
1591
-
1592
- - `document-project`: Generates comprehensive documentation from existing codebase
1593
- - `brownfield-create-epic`: Creates single epic for focused enhancements (when full PRD is overkill)
1594
- - `brownfield-create-story`: Creates individual story for small, isolated changes
1595
-
1596
- **When to Use Each Approach**:
1597
-
1598
- **Full Brownfield Workflow** (Recommended for):
1599
-
1600
- - Major feature additions
1601
- - System modernization
1602
- - Complex integrations
1603
- - Multiple related changes
1604
-
1605
- **Quick Epic/Story Creation** (Use when):
1606
-
1607
- - Single, focused enhancement
1608
- - Isolated bug fixes
1609
- - Small feature additions
1610
- - Well-documented existing system
1611
-
1612
- **Critical Success Factors**:
1613
-
1614
- 1. **Documentation First**: Always run `document-project` if docs are outdated/missing
1615
- 2. **Context Matters**: Provide agents access to relevant code sections
1616
- 3. **Integration Focus**: Emphasize compatibility and non-breaking changes
1617
- 4. **Incremental Approach**: Plan for gradual rollout and testing
1618
-
1619
- **For detailed guide**: See `docs/working-in-the-brownfield.md`
1620
-
1621
- ## Document Creation Best Practices
1622
-
1623
- ### Required File Naming for Framework Integration
1624
-
1625
- - `docs/prd.md` - Product Requirements Document
1626
- - `docs/architecture.md` - System Architecture Document
1627
-
1628
- **Why These Names Matter**:
1629
-
1630
- - Agents automatically reference these files during development
1631
- - Sharding tasks expect these specific filenames
1632
- - Workflow automation depends on standard naming
1633
-
1634
- ### Cost-Effective Document Creation Workflow
1635
-
1636
- **Recommended for Large Documents (PRD, Architecture):**
1637
-
1638
- 1. **Use Web UI**: Create documents in web interface for cost efficiency
1639
- 2. **Copy Final Output**: Save complete markdown to your project
1640
- 3. **Standard Names**: Save as `docs/prd.md` and `docs/architecture.md`
1641
- 4. **Switch to IDE**: Use IDE agents for development and smaller documents
1642
-
1643
- ### Document Sharding
1644
-
1645
- Templates with Level 2 headings (`##`) can be automatically sharded:
1646
-
1647
- **Original PRD**:
1648
-
1649
- ```markdown
1650
- ## Goals and Background Context
1651
- ## Requirements
1652
- ## User Interface Design Goals
1653
- ## Success Metrics
1654
- ```
1655
-
1656
- **After Sharding**:
1657
-
1658
- - `docs/prd/goals-and-background-context.md`
1659
- - `docs/prd/requirements.md`
1660
- - `docs/prd/user-interface-design-goals.md`
1661
- - `docs/prd/success-metrics.md`
1662
-
1663
- Use the `shard-doc` task or `@kayvan/markdown-tree-parser` tool for automatic sharding.
1664
-
1665
- ## Usage Patterns and Best Practices
1666
-
1667
- ### Environment-Specific Usage
1668
-
1669
- **Web UI Best For**:
1670
-
1671
- - Initial planning and documentation phases
1672
- - Cost-effective large document creation
1673
- - Agent consultation and brainstorming
1674
- - Multi-agent workflows with orchestrator
1675
-
1676
- **IDE Best For**:
1677
-
1678
- - Active development and implementation
1679
- - File operations and project integration
1680
- - Story management and development cycles
1681
- - Code review and debugging
1682
-
1683
- ### Quality Assurance
1684
-
1685
- - Use appropriate agents for specialized tasks
1686
- - Follow Agile ceremonies and review processes
1687
- - Maintain document consistency with PO agent
1688
- - Regular validation with checklists and templates
1689
-
1690
- ### Performance Optimization
1691
-
1692
- - Use specific agents vs. `bmad-master` for focused tasks
1693
- - Choose appropriate team size for project needs
1694
- - Leverage technical preferences for consistency
1695
- - Regular context management and cache clearing
1696
-
1697
- ## Success Tips
1698
-
1699
- - **Use Gemini for big picture planning** - The team-fullstack bundle provides collaborative expertise
1700
- - **Use bmad-master for document organization** - Sharding creates manageable chunks
1701
- - **Follow the SM → Dev cycle religiously** - This ensures systematic progress
1702
- - **Keep conversations focused** - One agent, one task per conversation
1703
- - **Review everything** - Always review and approve before marking complete
1704
-
1705
- ## Contributing to BMad-Method
1706
-
1707
- ### Quick Contribution Guidelines
1708
-
1709
- For full details, see `CONTRIBUTING.md`. Key points:
1710
-
1711
- **Fork Workflow**:
1712
-
1713
- 1. Fork the repository
1714
- 2. Create feature branches
1715
- 3. Submit PRs to `next` branch (default) or `main` for critical fixes only
1716
- 4. Keep PRs small: 200-400 lines ideal, 800 lines maximum
1717
- 5. One feature/fix per PR
1718
-
1719
- **PR Requirements**:
1720
-
1721
- - Clear descriptions (max 200 words) with What/Why/How/Testing
1722
- - Use conventional commits (feat:, fix:, docs:)
1723
- - Atomic commits - one logical change per commit
1724
- - Must align with guiding principles
1725
-
1726
- **Core Principles** (from GUIDING-PRINCIPLES.md):
1727
-
1728
- - **Dev Agents Must Be Lean**: Minimize dependencies, save context for code
1729
- - **Natural Language First**: Everything in markdown, no code in core
1730
- - **Core vs Expansion Packs**: Core for universal needs, packs for specialized domains
1731
- - **Design Philosophy**: "Dev agents code, planning agents plan"
1732
-
1733
- ## Expansion Packs
1734
-
1735
- ### What Are Expansion Packs?
1736
-
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- Expansion packs extend BMad-Method beyond traditional software development into ANY domain. They provide specialized agent teams, templates, and workflows while keeping the core framework lean and focused on development.
1738
-
1739
- ### Why Use Expansion Packs?
1740
-
1741
- 1. **Keep Core Lean**: Dev agents maintain maximum context for coding
1742
- 2. **Domain Expertise**: Deep, specialized knowledge without bloating core
1743
- 3. **Community Innovation**: Anyone can create and share packs
1744
- 4. **Modular Design**: Install only what you need
1745
-
1746
- ### Available Expansion Packs
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-
1748
- **Technical Packs**:
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-
1750
- - **Infrastructure/DevOps**: Cloud architects, SRE experts, security specialists
1751
- - **Game Development**: Game designers, level designers, narrative writers
1752
- - **Mobile Development**: iOS/Android specialists, mobile UX experts
1753
- - **Data Science**: ML engineers, data scientists, visualization experts
1754
-
1755
- **Non-Technical Packs**:
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-
1757
- - **Business Strategy**: Consultants, financial analysts, marketing strategists
1758
- - **Creative Writing**: Plot architects, character developers, world builders
1759
- - **Health & Wellness**: Fitness trainers, nutritionists, habit engineers
1760
- - **Education**: Curriculum designers, assessment specialists
1761
- - **Legal Support**: Contract analysts, compliance checkers
1762
-
1763
- **Specialty Packs**:
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-
1765
- - **Expansion Creator**: Tools to build your own expansion packs
1766
- - **RPG Game Master**: Tabletop gaming assistance
1767
- - **Life Event Planning**: Wedding planners, event coordinators
1768
- - **Scientific Research**: Literature reviewers, methodology designers
1769
-
1770
- ### Using Expansion Packs
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-
1772
- 1. **Browse Available Packs**: Check `expansion-packs/` directory
1773
- 2. **Get Inspiration**: See `docs/expansion-packs.md` for detailed examples and ideas
1774
- 3. **Install via CLI**:
1775
-
1776
- ```bash
1777
- npx bmad-method install
1778
- # Select "Install expansion pack" option
1779
- ```
1780
-
1781
- 4. **Use in Your Workflow**: Installed packs integrate seamlessly with existing agents
1782
-
1783
- ### Creating Custom Expansion Packs
1784
-
1785
- Use the **expansion-creator** pack to build your own:
1786
-
1787
- 1. **Define Domain**: What expertise are you capturing?
1788
- 2. **Design Agents**: Create specialized roles with clear boundaries
1789
- 3. **Build Resources**: Tasks, templates, checklists for your domain
1790
- 4. **Test & Share**: Validate with real use cases, share with community
1791
-
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- **Key Principle**: Expansion packs democratize expertise by making specialized knowledge accessible through AI agents.
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-
1794
- ## Getting Help
1795
-
1796
- - **Commands**: Use `/help` in any environment to see available commands
1797
- - **Agent Switching**: Use `/switch agent-name` with orchestrator for role changes
1798
- - **Documentation**: Check `docs/` folder for project-specific context
1799
- - **Community**: Discord and GitHub resources available for support
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- - **Contributing**: See `CONTRIBUTING.md` for full guidelines
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- ==================== END: .bmad-core/data/bmad-kb.md ====================
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-
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- ==================== START: .bmad-core/data/elicitation-methods.md ====================
1804
- # Elicitation Methods Data
1805
-
1806
- ## Core Reflective Methods
1807
-
1808
- **Expand or Contract for Audience**
1809
- - Ask whether to 'expand' (add detail, elaborate) or 'contract' (simplify, clarify)
1810
- - Identify specific target audience if relevant
1811
- - Tailor content complexity and depth accordingly
1812
-
1813
- **Explain Reasoning (CoT Step-by-Step)**
1814
- - Walk through the step-by-step thinking process
1815
- - Reveal underlying assumptions and decision points
1816
- - Show how conclusions were reached from current role's perspective
1817
-
1818
- **Critique and Refine**
1819
- - Review output for flaws, inconsistencies, or improvement areas
1820
- - Identify specific weaknesses from role's expertise
1821
- - Suggest refined version reflecting domain knowledge
1822
-
1823
- ## Structural Analysis Methods
1824
-
1825
- **Analyze Logical Flow and Dependencies**
1826
- - Examine content structure for logical progression
1827
- - Check internal consistency and coherence
1828
- - Identify and validate dependencies between elements
1829
- - Confirm effective ordering and sequencing
1830
-
1831
- **Assess Alignment with Overall Goals**
1832
- - Evaluate content contribution to stated objectives
1833
- - Identify any misalignments or gaps
1834
- - Interpret alignment from specific role's perspective
1835
- - Suggest adjustments to better serve goals
1836
-
1837
- ## Risk and Challenge Methods
1838
-
1839
- **Identify Potential Risks and Unforeseen Issues**
1840
- - Brainstorm potential risks from role's expertise
1841
- - Identify overlooked edge cases or scenarios
1842
- - Anticipate unintended consequences
1843
- - Highlight implementation challenges
1844
-
1845
- **Challenge from Critical Perspective**
1846
- - Adopt critical stance on current content
1847
- - Play devil's advocate from specified viewpoint
1848
- - Argue against proposal highlighting weaknesses
1849
- - Apply YAGNI principles when appropriate (scope trimming)
1850
-
1851
- ## Creative Exploration Methods
1852
-
1853
- **Tree of Thoughts Deep Dive**
1854
- - Break problem into discrete "thoughts" or intermediate steps
1855
- - Explore multiple reasoning paths simultaneously
1856
- - Use self-evaluation to classify each path as "sure", "likely", or "impossible"
1857
- - Apply search algorithms (BFS/DFS) to find optimal solution paths
1858
-
1859
- **Hindsight is 20/20: The 'If Only...' Reflection**
1860
- - Imagine retrospective scenario based on current content
1861
- - Identify the one "if only we had known/done X..." insight
1862
- - Describe imagined consequences humorously or dramatically
1863
- - Extract actionable learnings for current context
1864
-
1865
- ## Multi-Persona Collaboration Methods
1866
-
1867
- **Agile Team Perspective Shift**
1868
- - Rotate through different Scrum team member viewpoints
1869
- - Product Owner: Focus on user value and business impact
1870
- - Scrum Master: Examine process flow and team dynamics
1871
- - Developer: Assess technical implementation and complexity
1872
- - QA: Identify testing scenarios and quality concerns
1873
-
1874
- **Stakeholder Round Table**
1875
- - Convene virtual meeting with multiple personas
1876
- - Each persona contributes unique perspective on content
1877
- - Identify conflicts and synergies between viewpoints
1878
- - Synthesize insights into actionable recommendations
1879
-
1880
- **Meta-Prompting Analysis**
1881
- - Step back to analyze the structure and logic of current approach
1882
- - Question the format and methodology being used
1883
- - Suggest alternative frameworks or mental models
1884
- - Optimize the elicitation process itself
1885
-
1886
- ## Advanced 2025 Techniques
1887
-
1888
- **Self-Consistency Validation**
1889
- - Generate multiple reasoning paths for same problem
1890
- - Compare consistency across different approaches
1891
- - Identify most reliable and robust solution
1892
- - Highlight areas where approaches diverge and why
1893
-
1894
- **ReWOO (Reasoning Without Observation)**
1895
- - Separate parametric reasoning from tool-based actions
1896
- - Create reasoning plan without external dependencies
1897
- - Identify what can be solved through pure reasoning
1898
- - Optimize for efficiency and reduced token usage
1899
-
1900
- **Persona-Pattern Hybrid**
1901
- - Combine specific role expertise with elicitation pattern
1902
- - Architect + Risk Analysis: Deep technical risk assessment
1903
- - UX Expert + User Journey: End-to-end experience critique
1904
- - PM + Stakeholder Analysis: Multi-perspective impact review
1905
-
1906
- **Emergent Collaboration Discovery**
1907
- - Allow multiple perspectives to naturally emerge
1908
- - Identify unexpected insights from persona interactions
1909
- - Explore novel combinations of viewpoints
1910
- - Capture serendipitous discoveries from multi-agent thinking
1911
-
1912
- ## Game-Based Elicitation Methods
1913
-
1914
- **Red Team vs Blue Team**
1915
- - Red Team: Attack the proposal, find vulnerabilities
1916
- - Blue Team: Defend and strengthen the approach
1917
- - Competitive analysis reveals blind spots
1918
- - Results in more robust, battle-tested solutions
1919
-
1920
- **Innovation Tournament**
1921
- - Pit multiple alternative approaches against each other
1922
- - Score each approach across different criteria
1923
- - Crowd-source evaluation from different personas
1924
- - Identify winning combination of features
1925
-
1926
- **Escape Room Challenge**
1927
- - Present content as constraints to work within
1928
- - Find creative solutions within tight limitations
1929
- - Identify minimum viable approach
1930
- - Discover innovative workarounds and optimizations
1931
-
1932
- ## Process Control
1933
-
1934
- **Proceed / No Further Actions**
1935
- - Acknowledge choice to finalize current work
1936
- - Accept output as-is or move to next step
1937
- - Prepare to continue without additional elicitation
1938
- ==================== END: .bmad-core/data/elicitation-methods.md ====================
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-
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- ==================== START: .bmad-core/utils/plan-management.md ====================
1941
- # Plan Management Utility
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-
1943
- ## Purpose
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-
1945
- Provides utilities for agents and tasks to interact with workflow plans, check progress, update status, and ensure workflow steps are executed in the appropriate sequence.
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-
1947
- ## Core Functions
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-
1949
- ### 1. Check Plan Existence
1950
-
1951
- Check for workflow plan:
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-
1953
- 1. Look for docs/workflow-plan.md (default location)
1954
- 2. Return plan status to user (exists/not exists) - if not exists then HALT.
1955
-
1956
- ### 2. Parse Plan Status
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-
1958
- [[LLM: Extract current progress from the plan document]]
1959
-
1960
- **Plan Parsing Logic:**
1961
-
1962
- 1. **Identify Step Structure**:
1963
- - Look for checkbox lines: `- [ ]` or `- [x]`
1964
- - Extract step IDs from comments: `<!-- step-id: X.Y -->`
1965
- - Identify agent assignments: `<!-- agent: pm -->`
1966
-
1967
- 2. **Determine Current State**:
1968
- - Last completed step (highest numbered `[x]`)
1969
- - Next expected step (first `[ ]` after completed steps)
1970
- - Overall progress percentage
1971
-
1972
- 3. **Extract Metadata**:
1973
- - Workflow type from plan header
1974
- - Decision points and their status
1975
- - Any deviation notes
1976
-
1977
- ### 3. Sequence Validation
1978
-
1979
- [[LLM: Check if requested action aligns with plan sequence]]
1980
-
1981
- **Validation Rules:**
1982
-
1983
- 1. **Strict Mode** (enforceSequence: true):
1984
- - Must complete steps in exact order
1985
- - Warn and block if out of sequence
1986
- - Require explicit override justification
1987
-
1988
- 2. **Flexible Mode** (enforceSequence: false):
1989
- - Warn about sequence deviation
1990
- - Allow with confirmation
1991
- - Log deviation reason
1992
-
1993
- **Warning Templates:**
1994
-
1995
- ```text
1996
- SEQUENCE WARNING:
1997
- The workflow plan shows you should complete "{expected_step}" next.
1998
- You're attempting to: "{requested_action}"
1999
-
2000
- In strict mode: Block and require plan update
2001
- In flexible mode: Allow with confirmation
2002
- ```
2003
-
2004
- ### 4. Plan Update Operations
2005
-
2006
- [[LLM: Provide consistent way to update plan progress]]
2007
-
2008
- **Update Actions:**
2009
-
2010
- 1. **Mark Step Complete**:
2011
- - Change `- [ ]` to `- [x]`
2012
- - Add completion timestamp comment
2013
- - Update any status metadata
2014
-
2015
- 2. **Add Deviation Note**:
2016
- - Insert note explaining why sequence changed
2017
- - Reference the deviation in plan
2018
-
2019
- 3. **Update Current Step Pointer**:
2020
- - Add/move `<!-- current-step -->` marker
2021
- - Update last-modified timestamp
2022
-
2023
- ### 5. Integration Instructions
2024
-
2025
- [[LLM: How agents and tasks should use this utility]]
2026
-
2027
- **For Agents (startup sequence)**:
2028
-
2029
- ```text
2030
- 1. Check if plan exists using this utility
2031
- 2. If exists:
2032
- - Parse current status
2033
- - Show user: "Active workflow plan detected. Current step: {X}"
2034
- - Suggest: "Next recommended action: {next_step}"
2035
- 3. Continue with normal startup
2036
- ```
2037
-
2038
- **For Tasks (pre-execution)**:
2039
-
2040
- ```text
2041
- 1. Check if plan exists
2042
- 2. If exists:
2043
- - Verify this task aligns with plan
2044
- - If not aligned:
2045
- - In strict mode: Show warning and stop
2046
- - In flexible mode: Show warning and ask for confirmation
2047
- 3. After task completion:
2048
- - Update plan if task was a planned step
2049
- - Add note if task was unplanned
2050
- ```
2051
-
2052
- ### 6. Plan Status Report Format
2053
-
2054
- [[LLM: Standard format for showing plan status]]
2055
-
2056
- ```text
2057
- 📋 Workflow Plan Status
2058
- ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
2059
- Workflow: {workflow_name}
2060
- Progress: {X}% complete ({completed}/{total} steps)
2061
-
2062
- ✅ Completed:
2063
- - {completed_step_1}
2064
- - {completed_step_2}
2065
-
2066
- 🔄 Current Step:
2067
- - {current_step_description}
2068
-
2069
- 📌 Upcoming:
2070
- - {next_step_1}
2071
- - {next_step_2}
2072
-
2073
- ⚠️ Notes:
2074
- - {any_deviations_or_notes}
2075
- ```
2076
-
2077
- ### 7. Decision Point Handling
2078
-
2079
- [[LLM: Special handling for workflow decision points]]
2080
-
2081
- When encountering a decision point in the plan:
2082
-
2083
- 1. **Identify Decision Marker**: `<!-- decision: {decision_id} -->`
2084
- 2. **Check Decision Status**: Made/Pending
2085
- 3. **If Pending**:
2086
- - Block progress until decision made
2087
- - Show options to user
2088
- - Record decision when made
2089
- 4. **If Made**:
2090
- - Verify current path aligns with decision
2091
- - Warn if attempting alternate path
2092
-
2093
- ### 8. Plan Abandonment
2094
-
2095
- [[LLM: Graceful handling when user wants to stop following plan]]
2096
-
2097
- If user wants to abandon plan:
2098
-
2099
- 1. Confirm abandonment intent
2100
- 2. Add abandonment note to plan
2101
- 3. Mark plan as "Abandoned" in header
2102
- 4. Stop plan checking for remainder of session
2103
- 5. Suggest creating new plan if needed
2104
-
2105
- ## Usage Examples
2106
-
2107
- ### Example 1: Agent Startup Check
2108
-
2109
- ```text
2110
- BMad Master starting...
2111
-
2112
- [Check for plan]
2113
- Found active workflow plan: brownfield-fullstack
2114
- Progress: 40% complete (4/10 steps)
2115
- Current step: Create PRD (pm agent)
2116
-
2117
- Suggestion: Based on your plan, you should work with the PM agent next.
2118
- Use *agent pm to switch, or *plan-status to see full progress.
2119
- ```
2120
-
2121
- ### Example 2: Task Sequence Warning
2122
-
2123
- ```text
2124
- User: *task create-next-story
2125
-
2126
- [Plan check triggered]
2127
- ⚠️ SEQUENCE WARNING:
2128
- Your workflow plan indicates the PRD hasn't been created yet.
2129
- Creating stories before the PRD may lead to incomplete requirements.
2130
-
2131
- Would you like to:
2132
- 1. Continue anyway (will note deviation in plan)
2133
- 2. Switch to creating PRD first (*agent pm)
2134
- 3. View plan status (*plan-status)
2135
- ```
2136
-
2137
- ### Example 3: Automatic Plan Update
2138
-
2139
- ```text
2140
- [After completing create-doc task for PRD]
2141
-
2142
- ✅ Plan Updated: Marked "Create PRD" as complete
2143
- 📍 Next step: Create Architecture Document (architect agent)
2144
- ```
2145
-
2146
- ## Implementation Notes
2147
-
2148
- - This utility should be lightweight and fast
2149
- - Plan parsing should be resilient to format variations
2150
- - Always preserve user agency - warnings not blocks (unless strict mode)
2151
- - Plan updates should be atomic to prevent corruption
2152
- - Consider plan versioning for rollback capability
2153
-
2154
- ## Error Handling
2155
-
2156
- - Missing plan: Return null, don't error
2157
- - Malformed plan: Warn but continue, treat as no plan
2158
- - Update failures: Log but don't block task completion
2159
- - Parse errors: Fallback to basic text search
2160
- ==================== END: .bmad-core/utils/plan-management.md ====================
2161
-
2162
- ==================== START: .bmad-core/utils/workflow-management.md ====================
2163
- # Workflow Management
2164
-
2165
- Enables BMad orchestrator to manage and execute team workflows.
2166
-
2167
- ## Dynamic Workflow Loading
2168
-
2169
- Read available workflows from current team configuration's `workflows` field. Each team bundle defines its own supported workflows.
2170
-
2171
- **Key Commands**:
2172
-
2173
- - `/workflows` - List workflows in current bundle or workflows folder
2174
- - `/agent-list` - Show agents in current bundle
2175
-
2176
- ## Workflow Commands
2177
-
2178
- ### /workflows
2179
-
2180
- Lists available workflows with titles and descriptions.
2181
-
2182
- ### /workflow-start {workflow-id}
2183
-
2184
- Starts workflow and transitions to first agent.
2185
-
2186
- ### /workflow-status
2187
-
2188
- Shows current progress, completed artifacts, and next steps.
2189
-
2190
- ### /workflow-resume
2191
-
2192
- Resumes workflow from last position. User can provide completed artifacts.
2193
-
2194
- ### /workflow-next
2195
-
2196
- Shows next recommended agent and action.
2197
-
2198
- ## Execution Flow
2199
-
2200
- 1. **Starting**: Load definition → Identify first stage → Transition to agent → Guide artifact creation
2201
-
2202
- 2. **Stage Transitions**: Mark complete → Check conditions → Load next agent → Pass artifacts
2203
-
2204
- 3. **Artifact Tracking**: Track status, creator, timestamps in workflow_state
2205
-
2206
- 4. **Interruption Handling**: Analyze provided artifacts → Determine position → Suggest next step
2207
-
2208
- ## Context Passing
2209
-
2210
- When transitioning, pass:
2211
-
2212
- - Previous artifacts
2213
- - Current workflow stage
2214
- - Expected outputs
2215
- - Decisions/constraints
2216
-
2217
- ## Multi-Path Workflows
2218
-
2219
- Handle conditional paths by asking clarifying questions when needed.
2220
-
2221
- ## Best Practices
2222
-
2223
- 1. Show progress
2224
- 2. Explain transitions
2225
- 3. Preserve context
2226
- 4. Allow flexibility
2227
- 5. Track state
2228
-
2229
- ## Agent Integration
2230
-
2231
- Agents should be workflow-aware: know active workflow, their role, access artifacts, understand expected outputs.
2232
- ==================== END: .bmad-core/utils/workflow-management.md ====================