bmad-method 4.27.6 → 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 -29
  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 -24
  10. package/{bmad-core → .bmad-core}/agents/po.md +24 -27
  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.yml +177 -0
  66. package/.bmad-core/workflows/greenfield-service.yml +143 -0
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  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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  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 -14
  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
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  124. package/tools/bmad-npx-wrapper.js +1 -1
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  126. package/tools/cli.js +22 -55
  127. package/tools/installer/README.md +53 -3
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  148. package/bmad-core/agent-teams/team-all.yaml +0 -14
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  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 -88
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  165. package/bmad-core/tasks/create-next-story.md +0 -113
  166. package/bmad-core/tasks/create-workflow-plan.md +0 -289
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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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- 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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- 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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- ```
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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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- 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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- 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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- ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.md ====================
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- # Create Document from Template (YAML Driven)
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- ## CRITICAL: Mandatory Elicitation Format
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- ## Processing Flow
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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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- - Architectural changes or modernization
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- - Do you have existing documentation?
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- ### 2. Recommend Appropriate Workflow
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- **Simplified Option:**
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- ### 3. Explain Selected Workflow
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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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- 1. **Overview**: What this workflow accomplishes
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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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- # Workflow Plan: {{Workflow Name}}
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- **Project**: {{project name}}
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- ## Objective
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- ## Selected Workflow
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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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- ### Development Phase (IDE)
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- - [ ] Document Sharding <!-- step-id: 2.1, agent: po, task: shard-doc -->
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- - Prepare documents for story creation
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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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- - [ ] Repeat for all stories
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- - Options: {{available choices}}
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- ## Expected Outputs
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- ### Planning Documents
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- - [ ] {{document 1}} - {{description}}
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- - [ ] {{document 2}} - {{description}}
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- {{etc...}}
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- ### Development Artifacts
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- - [ ] Stories in `docs/stories/`
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- - [ ] Implementation code
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- - [ ] Tests
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- - [ ] Updated documentation
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- ## Prerequisites Checklist
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- Before starting this workflow, ensure you have:
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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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- {{For brownfield only}}
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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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- 4. Or begin with first agent: `@{{first-agent}}`
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- ## Notes
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- {{Any additional context or warnings}}
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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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- - All decision points documented
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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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- - Include existing system impact analysis
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- - Document integration checkpoints
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- - Add rollback considerations
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- - Note documentation dependencies
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- ### 7. Interactive Planning Mode
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- [[LLM: If user wants to customize the workflow]]
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- If user wants to modify the standard workflow:
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- 1. Present workflow steps as options
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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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- c) Gather prerequisites first
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- d) Modify the plan
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- ```
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- ## Success Criteria
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- The workflow plan is successful when:
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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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- ## Integration with BMad Master and Orchestrator
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- When used by BMad Master or BMad Orchestrator, this task should:
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- 1. Be offered when user asks about workflows
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- 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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659
- [Runs through discovery questions]
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-
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- 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]
664
-
665
- 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?"
666
- ```
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- ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/create-workflow-plan.md ====================
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-
669
- ==================== START: .bmad-core/tasks/kb-mode-interaction.md ====================
670
- # KB Mode Interaction Task
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-
672
- ## Purpose
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- 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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-
677
- When entering KB mode (*kb-mode), follow these steps:
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-
679
- ### 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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-
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- ### 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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-
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- 1. **Setup & Installation** - Getting started with BMad
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- 2. **Workflows** - Choosing the right workflow for your project
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- 3. **Web vs IDE** - When to use each environment
692
- 4. **Agents** - Understanding specialized agents and their roles
693
- 5. **Documents** - PRDs, Architecture, Stories, and more
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- 6. **Agile Process** - How BMad implements Agile methodologies
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- 7. **Configuration** - Customizing BMad for your needs
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- 8. **Best Practices** - Tips for effective BMad usage
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-
698
- Or ask me about anything else related to BMad-Method!
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-
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- ### 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
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- - Use examples when appropriate
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- - Reference specific documentation sections when relevant
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-
712
- ### 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
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- - 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
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-
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- **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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-
724
- **What would you like to know more about?**
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-
726
- 1. **Setup & Installation** - Getting started with BMad
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- 2. **Workflows** - Choosing the right workflow for your project
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- 3. **Web vs IDE** - When to use each environment
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- 4. **Agents** - Understanding specialized agents and their roles
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- 5. **Documents** - PRDs, Architecture, Stories, and more
731
- 6. **Agile Process** - How BMad implements Agile methodologies
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- 7. **Configuration** - Customizing BMad for your needs
733
- 8. **Best Practices** - Tips for effective BMad usage
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-
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- 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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-
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- **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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-
742
- ==================== START: .bmad-core/tasks/update-workflow-plan.md ====================
743
- # Update Workflow Plan Task
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-
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- ## 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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-
749
- ## 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)
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- - `workflow.trackProgress` - Whether tracking is enabled
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- - `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.
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-
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- ### 1. Verify Plan Exists
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-
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- [[LLM: Check if workflow plan exists at configured location]]
766
-
767
- If no plan exists:
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-
769
- ```
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- No active workflow plan found at {location}.
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- Would you like to create one? Use *plan command.
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- ```
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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]]
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-
778
- Present options:
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-
780
- ```
781
- What would you like to update in the workflow plan?
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-
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- 1. Mark step as complete
784
- 2. Update current step
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- 3. Add deviation note
786
- 4. Mark decision point resolution
787
- 5. Update overall status
788
- 6. View current plan status only
789
-
790
- Please select an option (1-6):
791
- ```
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-
793
- ### 3. Parse Current Plan
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-
795
- [[LLM: Read and parse the plan to understand current state]]
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-
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- Extract:
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-
799
- - All steps with their checkbox status
800
- - Step IDs from comments (if present)
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- - Current completion percentage
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- - Any existing deviation notes
803
- - Decision points and their status
804
-
805
- ### 4. Execute Updates
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-
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- #### 4.1 Mark Step Complete
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-
809
- If user selected option 1:
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-
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- 1. Show numbered list of incomplete steps
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- 2. Ask which step to mark complete
813
- 3. Update the checkbox from `[ ]` to `[x]`
814
- 4. Add completion timestamp: `<!-- completed: YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM -->`
815
- 5. If this was the current step, identify next step
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-
817
- #### 4.2 Update Current Step
818
-
819
- If user selected option 2:
820
-
821
- 1. Show all steps with current status
822
- 2. Ask which step is now current
823
- 3. Add/move `<!-- current-step -->` marker
824
- 4. Optionally add note about why sequence changed
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-
826
- #### 4.3 Add Deviation Note
827
-
828
- If user selected option 3:
829
-
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- 1. Ask for deviation description
831
- 2. Ask which step this relates to (or general)
832
- 3. Insert note in appropriate location:
833
-
834
- ```markdown
835
- > **Deviation Note** (YYYY-MM-DD): {user_note}
836
- > Related to: Step X.Y or General workflow
837
- ```
838
-
839
- #### 4.4 Mark Decision Resolution
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-
841
- If user selected option 4:
842
-
843
- 1. Show pending decision points
844
- 2. Ask which decision was made
845
- 3. Record the decision and chosen path
846
- 4. Update related steps based on decision
847
-
848
- #### 4.5 Update Overall Status
849
-
850
- If user selected option 5:
851
-
852
- 1. Show current overall status
853
- 2. Provide options:
854
- - Active (continuing with plan)
855
- - Paused (temporarily stopped)
856
- - Abandoned (no longer following)
857
- - Complete (all steps done)
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- 3. Update plan header with new status
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-
860
- ### 5. Automatic Updates (When Called by Tasks)
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-
862
- [[LLM: When called automatically by another task]]
863
-
864
- If called with parameters:
865
-
866
- ```
867
- task: {task_name}
868
- step_id: {step_identifier}
869
- status: complete|skipped|failed
870
- note: {optional_note}
871
- ```
872
-
873
- Automatically:
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-
875
- 1. Find the corresponding step
876
- 2. Update its status
877
- 3. Add completion metadata
878
- 4. Add note if provided
879
- 5. Calculate new progress percentage
880
-
881
- ### 6. Generate Update Summary
882
-
883
- After updates, show summary:
884
-
885
- ```
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- ✅ Workflow Plan Updated
887
-
888
- Changes made:
889
- - {change_1}
890
- - {change_2}
891
-
892
- New Status:
893
- - Progress: {X}% complete ({completed}/{total} steps)
894
- - Current Step: {current_step}
895
- - Next Recommended: {next_step}
896
-
897
- Plan location: {file_path}
898
- ```
899
-
900
- ### 7. Integration with Other Tasks
901
-
902
- [[LLM: How other tasks should call this]]
903
-
904
- Other tasks can integrate by:
905
-
906
- 1. **After Task Completion**:
907
-
908
- ```
909
- At end of task execution:
910
- - Check if task corresponds to a plan step
911
- - If yes, call update-workflow-plan with:
912
- - task: {current_task_name}
913
- - step_id: {matching_step}
914
- - status: complete
915
- ```
916
-
917
- 2. **On Task Failure**:
918
-
919
- ```
920
- If task fails:
921
- - Call update-workflow-plan with:
922
- - task: {current_task_name}
923
- - status: failed
924
- - note: {failure_reason}
925
- ```
926
-
927
- ### 8. Plan Status Display
928
-
929
- [[LLM: When user selects view status only]]
930
-
931
- Display comprehensive status:
932
-
933
- ```markdown
934
- 📋 Workflow Plan Status
935
- ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
936
- Workflow: {workflow_name}
937
- Status: {Active|Paused|Complete}
938
- Progress: {X}% complete ({completed}/{total} steps)
939
- Last Updated: {timestamp}
940
-
941
- ✅ Completed Steps:
942
- - [x] Step 1.1: {description} (completed: {date})
943
- - [x] Step 1.2: {description} (completed: {date})
944
-
945
- 🔄 Current Step:
946
- - [ ] Step 2.1: {description} <!-- current-step -->
947
- Agent: {agent_name}
948
- Task: {task_name}
949
-
950
- 📌 Upcoming Steps:
951
- - [ ] Step 2.2: {description}
952
- - [ ] Step 3.1: {description}
953
-
954
- ⚠️ Deviations/Notes:
955
- {any_deviation_notes}
956
-
957
- 📊 Decision Points:
958
- - Decision 1: {status} - {choice_made}
959
- - Decision 2: Pending
960
-
961
- 💡 Next Action:
962
- Based on the plan, you should {recommended_action}
963
- ```
964
-
965
- ## Success Criteria
966
-
967
- The update is successful when:
968
-
969
- 1. Plan accurately reflects current workflow state
970
- 2. All updates are clearly timestamped
971
- 3. Deviations are documented with reasons
972
- 4. Progress calculation is correct
973
- 5. Next steps are clear to user
974
- 6. Plan remains readable and well-formatted
975
-
976
- ## Error Handling
977
-
978
- - **Plan file not found**: Offer to create new plan
979
- - **Malformed plan**: Attempt basic updates, warn user
980
- - **Write permission error**: Show changes that would be made
981
- - **Step not found**: Show available steps, ask for clarification
982
- - **Concurrent updates**: Implement simple locking or warn about conflicts
983
-
984
- ## Notes
985
-
986
- - Always preserve plan history (don't delete old information)
987
- - Keep updates atomic to prevent corruption
988
- - Consider creating backup before major updates
989
- - Updates should enhance, not complicate, the workflow experience
990
- - If plan becomes too cluttered, suggest creating fresh plan for next phase
991
- ==================== END: .bmad-core/tasks/update-workflow-plan.md ====================
992
-
993
- ==================== START: .bmad-core/data/bmad-kb.md ====================
994
- # BMad Knowledge Base
995
-
996
- ## Overview
997
-
998
- 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.
999
-
1000
- ### Key Features
1001
-
1002
- - **Modular Agent System**: Specialized AI agents for each Agile role
1003
- - **Build System**: Automated dependency resolution and optimization
1004
- - **Dual Environment Support**: Optimized for both web UIs and IDEs
1005
- - **Reusable Resources**: Portable templates, tasks, and checklists
1006
- - **Slash Command Integration**: Quick agent switching and control
1007
-
1008
- ### When to Use BMad
1009
-
1010
- - **New Projects (Greenfield)**: Complete end-to-end development
1011
- - **Existing Projects (Brownfield)**: Feature additions and enhancements
1012
- - **Team Collaboration**: Multiple roles working together
1013
- - **Quality Assurance**: Structured testing and validation
1014
- - **Documentation**: Professional PRDs, architecture docs, user stories
1015
-
1016
- ## How BMad Works
1017
-
1018
- ### The Core Method
1019
-
1020
- BMad transforms you into a "Vibe CEO" - directing a team of specialized AI agents through structured workflows. Here's how:
1021
-
1022
- 1. **You Direct, AI Executes**: You provide vision and decisions; agents handle implementation details
1023
- 2. **Specialized Agents**: Each agent masters one role (PM, Developer, Architect, etc.)
1024
- 3. **Structured Workflows**: Proven patterns guide you from idea to deployed code
1025
- 4. **Clean Handoffs**: Fresh context windows ensure agents stay focused and effective
1026
-
1027
- ### The Two-Phase Approach
1028
-
1029
- #### Phase 1: Planning (Web UI - Cost Effective)
1030
-
1031
- - Use large context windows (Gemini's 1M tokens)
1032
- - Generate comprehensive documents (PRD, Architecture)
1033
- - Leverage multiple agents for brainstorming
1034
- - Create once, use throughout development
1035
-
1036
- #### Phase 2: Development (IDE - Implementation)
1037
-
1038
- - Shard documents into manageable pieces
1039
- - Execute focused SM → Dev cycles
1040
- - One story at a time, sequential progress
1041
- - Real-time file operations and testing
1042
-
1043
- ### The Development Loop
1044
-
1045
- ```text
1046
- 1. SM Agent (New Chat) → Creates next story from sharded docs
1047
- 2. You → Review and approve story
1048
- 3. Dev Agent (New Chat) → Implements approved story
1049
- 4. QA Agent (New Chat) → Reviews and refactors code
1050
- 5. You → Verify completion
1051
- 6. Repeat until epic complete
1052
- ```
1053
-
1054
- ### Why This Works
1055
-
1056
- - **Context Optimization**: Clean chats = better AI performance
1057
- - **Role Clarity**: Agents don't context-switch = higher quality
1058
- - **Incremental Progress**: Small stories = manageable complexity
1059
- - **Human Oversight**: You validate each step = quality control
1060
- - **Document-Driven**: Specs guide everything = consistency
1061
-
1062
- ## Getting Started
1063
-
1064
- ### Quick Start Options
1065
-
1066
- #### Option 1: Web UI
1067
-
1068
- **Best for**: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini users who want to start immediately
1069
-
1070
- 1. Navigate to `dist/teams/`
1071
- 2. Copy `team-fullstack.txt` content
1072
- 3. Create new Gemini Gem or CustomGPT
1073
- 4. Upload file with instructions: "Your critical operating instructions are attached, do not break character as directed"
1074
- 5. Type `/help` to see available commands
1075
-
1076
- #### Option 2: IDE Integration
1077
-
1078
- **Best for**: Cursor, Claude Code, Windsurf, Trae, Cline, Roo Code, Github Copilot users
1079
-
1080
- ```bash
1081
- # Interactive installation (recommended)
1082
- npx bmad-method install
1083
- ```
1084
-
1085
- **Installation Steps**:
1086
-
1087
- - Choose "Complete installation"
1088
- - Select your IDE from supported options:
1089
- - **Cursor**: Native AI integration
1090
- - **Claude Code**: Anthropic's official IDE
1091
- - **Windsurf**: Built-in AI capabilities
1092
- - **Trae**: Built-in AI capabilities
1093
- - **Cline**: VS Code extension with AI features
1094
- - **Roo Code**: Web-based IDE with agent support
1095
- - **GitHub Copilot**: VS Code extension with AI peer programming assistant
1096
-
1097
- **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.
1098
-
1099
- **Verify Installation**:
1100
-
1101
- - `.bmad-core/` folder created with all agents
1102
- - IDE-specific integration files created
1103
- - All agent commands/rules/modes available
1104
-
1105
- **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
1106
-
1107
- ### Environment Selection Guide
1108
-
1109
- **Use Web UI for**:
1110
-
1111
- - Initial planning and documentation (PRD, architecture)
1112
- - Cost-effective document creation (especially with Gemini)
1113
- - Brainstorming and analysis phases
1114
- - Multi-agent consultation and planning
1115
-
1116
- **Use IDE for**:
1117
-
1118
- - Active development and coding
1119
- - File operations and project integration
1120
- - Document sharding and story management
1121
- - Implementation workflow (SM/Dev cycles)
1122
-
1123
- **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.
1124
-
1125
- ### IDE-Only Workflow Considerations
1126
-
1127
- **Can you do everything in IDE?** Yes, but understand the tradeoffs:
1128
-
1129
- **Pros of IDE-Only**:
1130
-
1131
- - Single environment workflow
1132
- - Direct file operations from start
1133
- - No copy/paste between environments
1134
- - Immediate project integration
1135
-
1136
- **Cons of IDE-Only**:
1137
-
1138
- - Higher token costs for large document creation
1139
- - Smaller context windows (varies by IDE/model)
1140
- - May hit limits during planning phases
1141
- - Less cost-effective for brainstorming
1142
-
1143
- **Using Web Agents in IDE**:
1144
-
1145
- - **NOT RECOMMENDED**: Web agents (PM, Architect) have rich dependencies designed for large contexts
1146
- - **Why it matters**: Dev agents are kept lean to maximize coding context
1147
- - **The principle**: "Dev agents code, planning agents plan" - mixing breaks this optimization
1148
-
1149
- **About bmad-master and bmad-orchestrator**:
1150
-
1151
- - **bmad-master**: CAN do any task without switching agents, BUT...
1152
- - **Still use specialized agents for planning**: PM, Architect, and UX Expert have tuned personas that produce better results
1153
- - **Why specialization matters**: Each agent's personality and focus creates higher quality outputs
1154
- - **If using bmad-master/orchestrator**: Fine for planning phases, but...
1155
-
1156
- **CRITICAL RULE for Development**:
1157
-
1158
- - **ALWAYS use SM agent for story creation** - Never use bmad-master/orchestrator
1159
- - **ALWAYS use Dev agent for implementation** - Never use bmad-master/orchestrator
1160
- - **Why this matters**: SM and Dev agents are specifically optimized for the development workflow
1161
- - **No exceptions**: Even if using bmad-master for everything else, switch to SM → Dev for implementation
1162
-
1163
- **Best Practice for IDE-Only**:
1164
-
1165
- 1. Use PM/Architect/UX agents for planning (better than bmad-master)
1166
- 2. Create documents directly in project
1167
- 3. Shard immediately after creation
1168
- 4. **MUST switch to SM agent** for story creation
1169
- 5. **MUST switch to Dev agent** for implementation
1170
- 6. Keep planning and coding in separate chat sessions
1171
-
1172
- ## Core Configuration (core-config.yaml)
1173
-
1174
- **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.
1175
-
1176
- ### What is core-config.yaml?
1177
-
1178
- 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:
1179
-
1180
- - **Version Flexibility**: Work with V3, V4, or custom document structures
1181
- - **Custom Locations**: Define where your documents and shards live
1182
- - **Developer Context**: Specify which files the dev agent should always load
1183
- - **Debug Support**: Built-in logging for troubleshooting
1184
-
1185
- ### Key Configuration Areas
1186
-
1187
- #### PRD Configuration
1188
-
1189
- - **prdVersion**: Tells agents if PRD follows v3 or v4 conventions
1190
- - **prdSharded**: Whether epics are embedded (false) or in separate files (true)
1191
- - **prdShardedLocation**: Where to find sharded epic files
1192
- - **epicFilePattern**: Pattern for epic filenames (e.g., `epic-{n}*.md`)
1193
-
1194
- #### Architecture Configuration
1195
-
1196
- - **architectureVersion**: v3 (monolithic) or v4 (sharded)
1197
- - **architectureSharded**: Whether architecture is split into components
1198
- - **architectureShardedLocation**: Where sharded architecture files live
1199
-
1200
- #### Developer Files
1201
-
1202
- - **devLoadAlwaysFiles**: List of files the dev agent loads for every task
1203
- - **devDebugLog**: Where dev agent logs repeated failures
1204
- - **agentCoreDump**: Export location for chat conversations
1205
-
1206
- ### Why It Matters
1207
-
1208
- 1. **No Forced Migrations**: Keep your existing document structure
1209
- 2. **Gradual Adoption**: Start with V3 and migrate to V4 at your pace
1210
- 3. **Custom Workflows**: Configure BMad to match your team's process
1211
- 4. **Intelligent Agents**: Agents automatically adapt to your configuration
1212
-
1213
- ### Common Configurations
1214
-
1215
- **Legacy V3 Project**:
1216
-
1217
- ```yaml
1218
- prdVersion: v3
1219
- prdSharded: false
1220
- architectureVersion: v3
1221
- architectureSharded: false
1222
- ```
1223
-
1224
- **V4 Optimized Project**:
1225
-
1226
- ```yaml
1227
- prdVersion: v4
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- prdSharded: true
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- prdShardedLocation: docs/prd
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- architectureVersion: v4
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- architectureSharded: true
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- architectureShardedLocation: docs/architecture
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- ```
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-
1235
- ## Core Philosophy
1236
-
1237
- ### Vibe CEO'ing
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-
1239
- 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:
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-
1241
- - **Direct**: Provide clear instructions and objectives
1242
- - **Refine**: Iterate on outputs to achieve quality
1243
- - **Oversee**: Maintain strategic alignment across all agents
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-
1245
- ### Core Principles
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-
1247
- 1. **MAXIMIZE_AI_LEVERAGE**: Push the AI to deliver more. Challenge outputs and iterate.
1248
- 2. **QUALITY_CONTROL**: You are the ultimate arbiter of quality. Review all outputs.
1249
- 3. **STRATEGIC_OVERSIGHT**: Maintain the high-level vision and ensure alignment.
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- 4. **ITERATIVE_REFINEMENT**: Expect to revisit steps. This is not a linear process.
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- 5. **CLEAR_INSTRUCTIONS**: Precise requests lead to better outputs.
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- 6. **DOCUMENTATION_IS_KEY**: Good inputs (briefs, PRDs) lead to good outputs.
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- 7. **START_SMALL_SCALE_FAST**: Test concepts, then expand.
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- 8. **EMBRACE_THE_CHAOS**: Adapt and overcome challenges.
1255
-
1256
- ### Key Workflow Principles
1257
-
1258
- 1. **Agent Specialization**: Each agent has specific expertise and responsibilities
1259
- 2. **Clean Handoffs**: Always start fresh when switching between agents
1260
- 3. **Status Tracking**: Maintain story statuses (Draft → Approved → InProgress → Done)
1261
- 4. **Iterative Development**: Complete one story before starting the next
1262
- 5. **Documentation First**: Always start with solid PRD and architecture
1263
-
1264
- ## Agent System
1265
-
1266
- ### Core Development Team
1267
-
1268
- | Agent | Role | Primary Functions | When to Use |
1269
- | ----------- | ------------------ | --------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------- |
1270
- | `analyst` | Business Analyst | Market research, requirements gathering | Project planning, competitive analysis |
1271
- | `pm` | Product Manager | PRD creation, feature prioritization | Strategic planning, roadmaps |
1272
- | `architect` | Solution Architect | System design, technical architecture | Complex systems, scalability planning |
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- | `dev` | Developer | Code implementation, debugging | All development tasks |
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- | `qa` | QA Specialist | Test planning, quality assurance | Testing strategies, bug validation |
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- | `ux-expert` | UX Designer | UI/UX design, prototypes | User experience, interface design |
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- | `po` | Product Owner | Backlog management, story validation | Story refinement, acceptance criteria |
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- | `sm` | Scrum Master | Sprint planning, story creation | Project management, workflow |
1278
-
1279
- ### Meta Agents
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-
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- | Agent | Role | Primary Functions | When to Use |
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- | ------------------- | ---------------- | ------------------------------------- | --------------------------------- |
1283
- | `bmad-orchestrator` | Team Coordinator | Multi-agent workflows, role switching | Complex multi-role tasks |
1284
- | `bmad-master` | Universal Expert | All capabilities without switching | Single-session comprehensive work |
1285
-
1286
- ### Agent Interaction Commands
1287
-
1288
- #### IDE-Specific Syntax
1289
-
1290
- **Agent Loading by IDE**:
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-
1292
- - **Claude Code**: `/agent-name` (e.g., `/bmad-master`)
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- - **Cursor**: `@agent-name` (e.g., `@bmad-master`)
1294
- - **Windsurf**: `@agent-name` (e.g., `@bmad-master`)
1295
- - **Trae**: `@agent-name` (e.g., `@bmad-master`)
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- - **Roo Code**: Select mode from mode selector (e.g., `bmad-bmad-master`)
1297
- - **GitHub Copilot**: Open the Chat view (`⌃⌘I` on Mac, `Ctrl+Alt+I` on Windows/Linux) and select **Agent** from the chat mode selector.
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-
1299
- **Chat Management Guidelines**:
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-
1301
- - **Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Trae**: Start new chats when switching agents
1302
- - **Roo Code**: Switch modes within the same conversation
1303
-
1304
- **Common Task Commands**:
1305
-
1306
- - `*help` - Show available commands
1307
- - `*status` - Show current context/progress
1308
- - `*exit` - Exit the agent mode
1309
- - `*shard-doc docs/prd.md prd` - Shard PRD into manageable pieces
1310
- - `*shard-doc docs/architecture.md architecture` - Shard architecture document
1311
- - `*create` - Run create-next-story task (SM agent)
1312
-
1313
- **In Web UI**:
1314
-
1315
- ```text
1316
- /pm create-doc prd
1317
- /architect review system design
1318
- /dev implement story 1.2
1319
- /help - Show available commands
1320
- /switch agent-name - Change active agent (if orchestrator available)
1321
- ```
1322
-
1323
- ## Team Configurations
1324
-
1325
- ### Pre-Built Teams
1326
-
1327
- #### Team All
1328
-
1329
- - **Includes**: All 10 agents + orchestrator
1330
- - **Use Case**: Complete projects requiring all roles
1331
- - **Bundle**: `team-all.txt`
1332
-
1333
- #### Team Fullstack
1334
-
1335
- - **Includes**: PM, Architect, Developer, QA, UX Expert
1336
- - **Use Case**: End-to-end web/mobile development
1337
- - **Bundle**: `team-fullstack.txt`
1338
-
1339
- #### Team No-UI
1340
-
1341
- - **Includes**: PM, Architect, Developer, QA (no UX Expert)
1342
- - **Use Case**: Backend services, APIs, system development
1343
- - **Bundle**: `team-no-ui.txt`
1344
-
1345
- ## Core Architecture
1346
-
1347
- ### System Overview
1348
-
1349
- 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).
1350
-
1351
- ### Key Architectural Components
1352
-
1353
- #### 1. Agents (`bmad-core/agents/`)
1354
-
1355
- - **Purpose**: Each markdown file defines a specialized AI agent for a specific Agile role (PM, Dev, Architect, etc.)
1356
- - **Structure**: Contains YAML headers specifying the agent's persona, capabilities, and dependencies
1357
- - **Dependencies**: Lists of tasks, templates, checklists, and data files the agent can use
1358
- - **Startup Instructions**: Can load project-specific documentation for immediate context
1359
-
1360
- #### 2. Agent Teams (`bmad-core/agent-teams/`)
1361
-
1362
- - **Purpose**: Define collections of agents bundled together for specific purposes
1363
- - **Examples**: `team-all.yaml` (comprehensive bundle), `team-fullstack.yaml` (full-stack development)
1364
- - **Usage**: Creates pre-packaged contexts for web UI environments
1365
-
1366
- #### 3. Workflows (`bmad-core/workflows/`)
1367
-
1368
- - **Purpose**: YAML files defining prescribed sequences of steps for specific project types
1369
- - **Types**: Greenfield (new projects) and Brownfield (existing projects) for UI, service, and fullstack development
1370
- - **Structure**: Defines agent interactions, artifacts created, and transition conditions
1371
-
1372
- #### 4. Reusable Resources
1373
-
1374
- - **Templates** (`bmad-core/templates/`): Markdown templates for PRDs, architecture specs, user stories
1375
- - **Tasks** (`bmad-core/tasks/`): Instructions for specific repeatable actions like "shard-doc" or "create-next-story"
1376
- - **Checklists** (`bmad-core/checklists/`): Quality assurance checklists for validation and review
1377
- - **Data** (`bmad-core/data/`): Core knowledge base and technical preferences
1378
-
1379
- ### Dual Environment Architecture
1380
-
1381
- #### IDE Environment
1382
-
1383
- - Users interact directly with agent markdown files
1384
- - Agents can access all dependencies dynamically
1385
- - Supports real-time file operations and project integration
1386
- - Optimized for development workflow execution
1387
-
1388
- #### Web UI Environment
1389
-
1390
- - Uses pre-built bundles from `dist/teams` for stand alone 1 upload files for all agents and their assets with an orchestrating agent
1391
- - 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
1392
- - Created by the web-builder tool for upload to web interfaces
1393
- - Provides complete context in one package
1394
-
1395
- ### Template Processing System
1396
-
1397
- BMad employs a sophisticated template system with three key components:
1398
-
1399
- 1. **Template Format** (`utils/bmad-doc-template.md`): Defines markup language for variable substitution and AI processing directives from yaml templates
1400
- 2. **Document Creation** (`tasks/create-doc.md`): Orchestrates template selection and user interaction to transform yaml spec to final markdown output
1401
- 3. **Advanced Elicitation** (`tasks/advanced-elicitation.md`): Provides interactive refinement through structured brainstorming
1402
-
1403
- ### Technical Preferences Integration
1404
-
1405
- The `technical-preferences.md` file serves as a persistent technical profile that:
1406
-
1407
- - Ensures consistency across all agents and projects
1408
- - Eliminates repetitive technology specification
1409
- - Provides personalized recommendations aligned with user preferences
1410
- - Evolves over time with lessons learned
1411
-
1412
- ### Build and Delivery Process
1413
-
1414
- The `web-builder.js` tool creates web-ready bundles by:
1415
-
1416
- 1. Reading agent or team definition files
1417
- 2. Recursively resolving all dependencies
1418
- 3. Concatenating content into single text files with clear separators
1419
- 4. Outputting ready-to-upload bundles for web AI interfaces
1420
-
1421
- This architecture enables seamless operation across environments while maintaining the rich, interconnected agent ecosystem that makes BMad powerful.
1422
-
1423
- ## Complete Development Workflow
1424
-
1425
- ### Planning Phase (Web UI Recommended - Especially Gemini!)
1426
-
1427
- **Ideal for cost efficiency with Gemini's massive context:**
1428
-
1429
- **For Brownfield Projects - Start Here!**:
1430
-
1431
- 1. **Upload entire project to Gemini Web** (GitHub URL, files, or zip)
1432
- 2. **Document existing system**: `/analyst` → `*document-project`
1433
- 3. **Creates comprehensive docs** from entire codebase analysis
1434
-
1435
- **For All Projects**:
1436
-
1437
- 1. **Optional Analysis**: `/analyst` - Market research, competitive analysis
1438
- 2. **Project Brief**: Create foundation document (Analyst or user)
1439
- 3. **PRD Creation**: `/pm create-doc prd` - Comprehensive product requirements
1440
- 4. **Architecture Design**: `/architect create-doc architecture` - Technical foundation
1441
- 5. **Validation & Alignment**: `/po` run master checklist to ensure document consistency
1442
- 6. **Document Preparation**: Copy final documents to project as `docs/prd.md` and `docs/architecture.md`
1443
-
1444
- #### Example Planning Prompts
1445
-
1446
- **For PRD Creation**:
1447
-
1448
- ```text
1449
- "I want to build a [type] application that [core purpose].
1450
- Help me brainstorm features and create a comprehensive PRD."
1451
- ```
1452
-
1453
- **For Architecture Design**:
1454
-
1455
- ```text
1456
- "Based on this PRD, design a scalable technical architecture
1457
- that can handle [specific requirements]."
1458
- ```
1459
-
1460
- ### Critical Transition: Web UI to IDE
1461
-
1462
- **Once planning is complete, you MUST switch to IDE for development:**
1463
-
1464
- - **Why**: Development workflow requires file operations, real-time project integration, and document sharding
1465
- - **Cost Benefit**: Web UI is more cost-effective for large document creation; IDE is optimized for development tasks
1466
- - **Required Files**: Ensure `docs/prd.md` and `docs/architecture.md` exist in your project
1467
-
1468
- ### IDE Development Workflow
1469
-
1470
- **Prerequisites**: Planning documents must exist in `docs/` folder
1471
-
1472
- 1. **Document Sharding** (CRITICAL STEP):
1473
- - Documents created by PM/Architect (in Web or IDE) MUST be sharded for development
1474
- - Two methods to shard:
1475
- a) **Manual**: Drag `shard-doc` task + document file into chat
1476
- b) **Agent**: Ask `@bmad-master` or `@po` to shard documents
1477
- - Shards `docs/prd.md` → `docs/prd/` folder
1478
- - Shards `docs/architecture.md` → `docs/architecture/` folder
1479
- - **WARNING**: Do NOT shard in Web UI - copying many small files is painful!
1480
-
1481
- 2. **Verify Sharded Content**:
1482
- - At least one `epic-n.md` file in `docs/prd/` with stories in development order
1483
- - Source tree document and coding standards for dev agent reference
1484
- - Sharded docs for SM agent story creation
1485
-
1486
- Resulting Folder Structure:
1487
-
1488
- - `docs/prd/` - Broken down PRD sections
1489
- - `docs/architecture/` - Broken down architecture sections
1490
- - `docs/stories/` - Generated user stories
1491
-
1492
- 1. **Development Cycle** (Sequential, one story at a time):
1493
-
1494
- **CRITICAL CONTEXT MANAGEMENT**:
1495
- - **Context windows matter!** Always use fresh, clean context windows
1496
- - **Model selection matters!** Use most powerful thinking model for SM story creation
1497
- - **ALWAYS start new chat between SM, Dev, and QA work**
1498
-
1499
- **Step 1 - Story Creation**:
1500
- - **NEW CLEAN CHAT** → Select powerful model → `@sm` → `*create`
1501
- - SM executes create-next-story task
1502
- - Review generated story in `docs/stories/`
1503
- - Update status from "Draft" to "Approved"
1504
-
1505
- **Step 2 - Story Implementation**:
1506
- - **NEW CLEAN CHAT** → `@dev`
1507
- - Agent asks which story to implement
1508
- - Include story file content to save dev agent lookup time
1509
- - Dev follows tasks/subtasks, marking completion
1510
- - Dev maintains File List of all changes
1511
- - Dev marks story as "Review" when complete with all tests passing
1512
-
1513
- **Step 3 - Senior QA Review**:
1514
- - **NEW CLEAN CHAT** → `@qa` → execute review-story task
1515
- - QA performs senior developer code review
1516
- - QA can refactor and improve code directly
1517
- - QA appends results to story's QA Results section
1518
- - If approved: Status → "Done"
1519
- - If changes needed: Status stays "Review" with unchecked items for dev
1520
-
1521
- **Step 4 - Repeat**: Continue SM → Dev → QA cycle until all epic stories complete
1522
-
1523
- **Important**: Only 1 story in progress at a time, worked sequentially until all epic stories complete.
1524
-
1525
- ### Status Tracking Workflow
1526
-
1527
- Stories progress through defined statuses:
1528
-
1529
- - **Draft** → **Approved** → **InProgress** → **Done**
1530
-
1531
- Each status change requires user verification and approval before proceeding.
1532
-
1533
- ### Workflow Types
1534
-
1535
- #### Greenfield Development
1536
-
1537
- - Business analysis and market research
1538
- - Product requirements and feature definition
1539
- - System architecture and design
1540
- - Development execution
1541
- - Testing and deployment
1542
-
1543
- #### Brownfield Enhancement (Existing Projects)
1544
-
1545
- **Key Concept**: Brownfield development requires comprehensive documentation of your existing project for AI agents to understand context, patterns, and constraints.
1546
-
1547
- **Complete Brownfield Workflow Options**:
1548
-
1549
- **Option 1: PRD-First (Recommended for Large Codebases/Monorepos)**:
1550
-
1551
- 1. **Upload project to Gemini Web** (GitHub URL, files, or zip)
1552
- 2. **Create PRD first**: `@pm` → `*create-doc brownfield-prd`
1553
- 3. **Focused documentation**: `@analyst` → `*document-project`
1554
- - Analyst asks for focus if no PRD provided
1555
- - Choose "single document" format for Web UI
1556
- - Uses PRD to document ONLY relevant areas
1557
- - Creates one comprehensive markdown file
1558
- - Avoids bloating docs with unused code
1559
-
1560
- **Option 2: Document-First (Good for Smaller Projects)**:
1561
-
1562
- 1. **Upload project to Gemini Web**
1563
- 2. **Document everything**: `@analyst` → `*document-project`
1564
- 3. **Then create PRD**: `@pm` → `*create-doc brownfield-prd`
1565
- - More thorough but can create excessive documentation
1566
-
1567
- 4. **Requirements Gathering**:
1568
- - **Brownfield PRD**: Use PM agent with `brownfield-prd-tmpl`
1569
- - **Analyzes**: Existing system, constraints, integration points
1570
- - **Defines**: Enhancement scope, compatibility requirements, risk assessment
1571
- - **Creates**: Epic and story structure for changes
1572
-
1573
- 5. **Architecture Planning**:
1574
- - **Brownfield Architecture**: Use Architect agent with `brownfield-architecture-tmpl`
1575
- - **Integration Strategy**: How new features integrate with existing system
1576
- - **Migration Planning**: Gradual rollout and backwards compatibility
1577
- - **Risk Mitigation**: Addressing potential breaking changes
1578
-
1579
- **Brownfield-Specific Resources**:
1580
-
1581
- **Templates**:
1582
-
1583
- - `brownfield-prd-tmpl.md`: Comprehensive enhancement planning with existing system analysis
1584
- - `brownfield-architecture-tmpl.md`: Integration-focused architecture for existing systems
1585
-
1586
- **Tasks**:
1587
-
1588
- - `document-project`: Generates comprehensive documentation from existing codebase
1589
- - `brownfield-create-epic`: Creates single epic for focused enhancements (when full PRD is overkill)
1590
- - `brownfield-create-story`: Creates individual story for small, isolated changes
1591
-
1592
- **When to Use Each Approach**:
1593
-
1594
- **Full Brownfield Workflow** (Recommended for):
1595
-
1596
- - Major feature additions
1597
- - System modernization
1598
- - Complex integrations
1599
- - Multiple related changes
1600
-
1601
- **Quick Epic/Story Creation** (Use when):
1602
-
1603
- - Single, focused enhancement
1604
- - Isolated bug fixes
1605
- - Small feature additions
1606
- - Well-documented existing system
1607
-
1608
- **Critical Success Factors**:
1609
-
1610
- 1. **Documentation First**: Always run `document-project` if docs are outdated/missing
1611
- 2. **Context Matters**: Provide agents access to relevant code sections
1612
- 3. **Integration Focus**: Emphasize compatibility and non-breaking changes
1613
- 4. **Incremental Approach**: Plan for gradual rollout and testing
1614
-
1615
- **For detailed guide**: See `docs/working-in-the-brownfield.md`
1616
-
1617
- ## Document Creation Best Practices
1618
-
1619
- ### Required File Naming for Framework Integration
1620
-
1621
- - `docs/prd.md` - Product Requirements Document
1622
- - `docs/architecture.md` - System Architecture Document
1623
-
1624
- **Why These Names Matter**:
1625
-
1626
- - Agents automatically reference these files during development
1627
- - Sharding tasks expect these specific filenames
1628
- - Workflow automation depends on standard naming
1629
-
1630
- ### Cost-Effective Document Creation Workflow
1631
-
1632
- **Recommended for Large Documents (PRD, Architecture):**
1633
-
1634
- 1. **Use Web UI**: Create documents in web interface for cost efficiency
1635
- 2. **Copy Final Output**: Save complete markdown to your project
1636
- 3. **Standard Names**: Save as `docs/prd.md` and `docs/architecture.md`
1637
- 4. **Switch to IDE**: Use IDE agents for development and smaller documents
1638
-
1639
- ### Document Sharding
1640
-
1641
- Templates with Level 2 headings (`##`) can be automatically sharded:
1642
-
1643
- **Original PRD**:
1644
-
1645
- ```markdown
1646
- ## Goals and Background Context
1647
- ## Requirements
1648
- ## User Interface Design Goals
1649
- ## Success Metrics
1650
- ```
1651
-
1652
- **After Sharding**:
1653
-
1654
- - `docs/prd/goals-and-background-context.md`
1655
- - `docs/prd/requirements.md`
1656
- - `docs/prd/user-interface-design-goals.md`
1657
- - `docs/prd/success-metrics.md`
1658
-
1659
- Use the `shard-doc` task or `@kayvan/markdown-tree-parser` tool for automatic sharding.
1660
-
1661
- ## Usage Patterns and Best Practices
1662
-
1663
- ### Environment-Specific Usage
1664
-
1665
- **Web UI Best For**:
1666
-
1667
- - Initial planning and documentation phases
1668
- - Cost-effective large document creation
1669
- - Agent consultation and brainstorming
1670
- - Multi-agent workflows with orchestrator
1671
-
1672
- **IDE Best For**:
1673
-
1674
- - Active development and implementation
1675
- - File operations and project integration
1676
- - Story management and development cycles
1677
- - Code review and debugging
1678
-
1679
- ### Quality Assurance
1680
-
1681
- - Use appropriate agents for specialized tasks
1682
- - Follow Agile ceremonies and review processes
1683
- - Maintain document consistency with PO agent
1684
- - Regular validation with checklists and templates
1685
-
1686
- ### Performance Optimization
1687
-
1688
- - Use specific agents vs. `bmad-master` for focused tasks
1689
- - Choose appropriate team size for project needs
1690
- - Leverage technical preferences for consistency
1691
- - Regular context management and cache clearing
1692
-
1693
- ## Success Tips
1694
-
1695
- - **Use Gemini for big picture planning** - The team-fullstack bundle provides collaborative expertise
1696
- - **Use bmad-master for document organization** - Sharding creates manageable chunks
1697
- - **Follow the SM → Dev cycle religiously** - This ensures systematic progress
1698
- - **Keep conversations focused** - One agent, one task per conversation
1699
- - **Review everything** - Always review and approve before marking complete
1700
-
1701
- ## Contributing to BMad-Method
1702
-
1703
- ### Quick Contribution Guidelines
1704
-
1705
- For full details, see `CONTRIBUTING.md`. Key points:
1706
-
1707
- **Fork Workflow**:
1708
-
1709
- 1. Fork the repository
1710
- 2. Create feature branches
1711
- 3. Submit PRs to `next` branch (default) or `main` for critical fixes only
1712
- 4. Keep PRs small: 200-400 lines ideal, 800 lines maximum
1713
- 5. One feature/fix per PR
1714
-
1715
- **PR Requirements**:
1716
-
1717
- - Clear descriptions (max 200 words) with What/Why/How/Testing
1718
- - Use conventional commits (feat:, fix:, docs:)
1719
- - Atomic commits - one logical change per commit
1720
- - Must align with guiding principles
1721
-
1722
- **Core Principles** (from docs/GUIDING-PRINCIPLES.md):
1723
-
1724
- - **Dev Agents Must Be Lean**: Minimize dependencies, save context for code
1725
- - **Natural Language First**: Everything in markdown, no code in core
1726
- - **Core vs Expansion Packs**: Core for universal needs, packs for specialized domains
1727
- - **Design Philosophy**: "Dev agents code, planning agents plan"
1728
-
1729
- ## Expansion Packs
1730
-
1731
- ### What Are Expansion Packs?
1732
-
1733
- 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.
1734
-
1735
- ### Why Use Expansion Packs?
1736
-
1737
- 1. **Keep Core Lean**: Dev agents maintain maximum context for coding
1738
- 2. **Domain Expertise**: Deep, specialized knowledge without bloating core
1739
- 3. **Community Innovation**: Anyone can create and share packs
1740
- 4. **Modular Design**: Install only what you need
1741
-
1742
- ### Available Expansion Packs
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-
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- **Technical Packs**:
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-
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- - **Infrastructure/DevOps**: Cloud architects, SRE experts, security specialists
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- - **Game Development**: Game designers, level designers, narrative writers
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- - **Mobile Development**: iOS/Android specialists, mobile UX experts
1749
- - **Data Science**: ML engineers, data scientists, visualization experts
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- **Non-Technical Packs**:
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-
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- - **Business Strategy**: Consultants, financial analysts, marketing strategists
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- - **Creative Writing**: Plot architects, character developers, world builders
1755
- - **Health & Wellness**: Fitness trainers, nutritionists, habit engineers
1756
- - **Education**: Curriculum designers, assessment specialists
1757
- - **Legal Support**: Contract analysts, compliance checkers
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- **Specialty Packs**:
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- - **Expansion Creator**: Tools to build your own expansion packs
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- - **RPG Game Master**: Tabletop gaming assistance
1763
- - **Life Event Planning**: Wedding planners, event coordinators
1764
- - **Scientific Research**: Literature reviewers, methodology designers
1765
-
1766
- ### Using Expansion Packs
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- 1. **Browse Available Packs**: Check `expansion-packs/` directory
1769
- 2. **Get Inspiration**: See `docs/expansion-packs.md` for detailed examples and ideas
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- 3. **Install via CLI**:
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-
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- ```bash
1773
- npx bmad-method install
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- # Select "Install expansion pack" option
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- ```
1776
-
1777
- 4. **Use in Your Workflow**: Installed packs integrate seamlessly with existing agents
1778
-
1779
- ### Creating Custom Expansion Packs
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-
1781
- Use the **expansion-creator** pack to build your own:
1782
-
1783
- 1. **Define Domain**: What expertise are you capturing?
1784
- 2. **Design Agents**: Create specialized roles with clear boundaries
1785
- 3. **Build Resources**: Tasks, templates, checklists for your domain
1786
- 4. **Test & Share**: Validate with real use cases, share with community
1787
-
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- **Key Principle**: Expansion packs democratize expertise by making specialized knowledge accessible through AI agents.
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-
1790
- ## Getting Help
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-
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- - **Commands**: Use `*/*help` in any environment to see available commands
1793
- - **Agent Switching**: Use `*/*switch agent-name` with orchestrator for role changes
1794
- - **Documentation**: Check `docs/` folder for project-specific context
1795
- - **Community**: Discord and GitHub resources available for support
1796
- - **Contributing**: See `CONTRIBUTING.md` for full guidelines
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- ==================== END: .bmad-core/data/bmad-kb.md ====================
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- ==================== START: .bmad-core/data/elicitation-methods.md ====================
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- # Elicitation Methods Data
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-
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- ## Core Reflective Methods
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-
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- **Expand or Contract for Audience**
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- - Ask whether to 'expand' (add detail, elaborate) or 'contract' (simplify, clarify)
1806
- - Identify specific target audience if relevant
1807
- - Tailor content complexity and depth accordingly
1808
-
1809
- **Explain Reasoning (CoT Step-by-Step)**
1810
- - Walk through the step-by-step thinking process
1811
- - Reveal underlying assumptions and decision points
1812
- - Show how conclusions were reached from current role's perspective
1813
-
1814
- **Critique and Refine**
1815
- - Review output for flaws, inconsistencies, or improvement areas
1816
- - Identify specific weaknesses from role's expertise
1817
- - Suggest refined version reflecting domain knowledge
1818
-
1819
- ## Structural Analysis Methods
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-
1821
- **Analyze Logical Flow and Dependencies**
1822
- - Examine content structure for logical progression
1823
- - Check internal consistency and coherence
1824
- - Identify and validate dependencies between elements
1825
- - Confirm effective ordering and sequencing
1826
-
1827
- **Assess Alignment with Overall Goals**
1828
- - Evaluate content contribution to stated objectives
1829
- - Identify any misalignments or gaps
1830
- - Interpret alignment from specific role's perspective
1831
- - Suggest adjustments to better serve goals
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-
1833
- ## Risk and Challenge Methods
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-
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- **Identify Potential Risks and Unforeseen Issues**
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- - Brainstorm potential risks from role's expertise
1837
- - Identify overlooked edge cases or scenarios
1838
- - Anticipate unintended consequences
1839
- - Highlight implementation challenges
1840
-
1841
- **Challenge from Critical Perspective**
1842
- - Adopt critical stance on current content
1843
- - Play devil's advocate from specified viewpoint
1844
- - Argue against proposal highlighting weaknesses
1845
- - Apply YAGNI principles when appropriate (scope trimming)
1846
-
1847
- ## Creative Exploration Methods
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-
1849
- **Tree of Thoughts Deep Dive**
1850
- - Break problem into discrete "thoughts" or intermediate steps
1851
- - Explore multiple reasoning paths simultaneously
1852
- - Use self-evaluation to classify each path as "sure", "likely", or "impossible"
1853
- - Apply search algorithms (BFS/DFS) to find optimal solution paths
1854
-
1855
- **Hindsight is 20/20: The 'If Only...' Reflection**
1856
- - Imagine retrospective scenario based on current content
1857
- - Identify the one "if only we had known/done X..." insight
1858
- - Describe imagined consequences humorously or dramatically
1859
- - Extract actionable learnings for current context
1860
-
1861
- ## Multi-Persona Collaboration Methods
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-
1863
- **Agile Team Perspective Shift**
1864
- - Rotate through different Scrum team member viewpoints
1865
- - Product Owner: Focus on user value and business impact
1866
- - Scrum Master: Examine process flow and team dynamics
1867
- - Developer: Assess technical implementation and complexity
1868
- - QA: Identify testing scenarios and quality concerns
1869
-
1870
- **Stakeholder Round Table**
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- - Convene virtual meeting with multiple personas
1872
- - Each persona contributes unique perspective on content
1873
- - Identify conflicts and synergies between viewpoints
1874
- - Synthesize insights into actionable recommendations
1875
-
1876
- **Meta-Prompting Analysis**
1877
- - Step back to analyze the structure and logic of current approach
1878
- - Question the format and methodology being used
1879
- - Suggest alternative frameworks or mental models
1880
- - Optimize the elicitation process itself
1881
-
1882
- ## Advanced 2025 Techniques
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-
1884
- **Self-Consistency Validation**
1885
- - Generate multiple reasoning paths for same problem
1886
- - Compare consistency across different approaches
1887
- - Identify most reliable and robust solution
1888
- - Highlight areas where approaches diverge and why
1889
-
1890
- **ReWOO (Reasoning Without Observation)**
1891
- - Separate parametric reasoning from tool-based actions
1892
- - Create reasoning plan without external dependencies
1893
- - Identify what can be solved through pure reasoning
1894
- - Optimize for efficiency and reduced token usage
1895
-
1896
- **Persona-Pattern Hybrid**
1897
- - Combine specific role expertise with elicitation pattern
1898
- - Architect + Risk Analysis: Deep technical risk assessment
1899
- - UX Expert + User Journey: End-to-end experience critique
1900
- - PM + Stakeholder Analysis: Multi-perspective impact review
1901
-
1902
- **Emergent Collaboration Discovery**
1903
- - Allow multiple perspectives to naturally emerge
1904
- - Identify unexpected insights from persona interactions
1905
- - Explore novel combinations of viewpoints
1906
- - Capture serendipitous discoveries from multi-agent thinking
1907
-
1908
- ## Game-Based Elicitation Methods
1909
-
1910
- **Red Team vs Blue Team**
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- - Red Team: Attack the proposal, find vulnerabilities
1912
- - Blue Team: Defend and strengthen the approach
1913
- - Competitive analysis reveals blind spots
1914
- - Results in more robust, battle-tested solutions
1915
-
1916
- **Innovation Tournament**
1917
- - Pit multiple alternative approaches against each other
1918
- - Score each approach across different criteria
1919
- - Crowd-source evaluation from different personas
1920
- - Identify winning combination of features
1921
-
1922
- **Escape Room Challenge**
1923
- - Present content as constraints to work within
1924
- - Find creative solutions within tight limitations
1925
- - Identify minimum viable approach
1926
- - Discover innovative workarounds and optimizations
1927
-
1928
- ## Process Control
1929
-
1930
- **Proceed / No Further Actions**
1931
- - Acknowledge choice to finalize current work
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- - Accept output as-is or move to next step
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- - Prepare to continue without additional elicitation
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- ==================== END: .bmad-core/data/elicitation-methods.md ====================
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-
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- ==================== START: .bmad-core/utils/workflow-management.md ====================
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- # Workflow Management
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-
1939
- Enables BMad orchestrator to manage and execute team workflows.
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-
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- ## Dynamic Workflow Loading
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-
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- Read available workflows from current team configuration's `workflows` field. Each team bundle defines its own supported workflows.
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-
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- **Key Commands**:
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-
1947
- - `/workflows` - List workflows in current bundle or workflows folder
1948
- - `/agent-list` - Show agents in current bundle
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-
1950
- ## Workflow Commands
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-
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- ### /workflows
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-
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- Lists available workflows with titles and descriptions.
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-
1956
- ### /workflow-start {workflow-id}
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-
1958
- Starts workflow and transitions to first agent.
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-
1960
- ### /workflow-status
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-
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- Shows current progress, completed artifacts, and next steps.
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-
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- ### /workflow-resume
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-
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- Resumes workflow from last position. User can provide completed artifacts.
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-
1968
- ### /workflow-next
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-
1970
- Shows next recommended agent and action.
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-
1972
- ## Execution Flow
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-
1974
- 1. **Starting**: Load definition → Identify first stage → Transition to agent → Guide artifact creation
1975
-
1976
- 2. **Stage Transitions**: Mark complete → Check conditions → Load next agent → Pass artifacts
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-
1978
- 3. **Artifact Tracking**: Track status, creator, timestamps in workflow_state
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-
1980
- 4. **Interruption Handling**: Analyze provided artifacts → Determine position → Suggest next step
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-
1982
- ## Context Passing
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-
1984
- When transitioning, pass:
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-
1986
- - Previous artifacts
1987
- - Current workflow stage
1988
- - Expected outputs
1989
- - Decisions/constraints
1990
-
1991
- ## Multi-Path Workflows
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-
1993
- Handle conditional paths by asking clarifying questions when needed.
1994
-
1995
- ## Best Practices
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-
1997
- 1. Show progress
1998
- 2. Explain transitions
1999
- 3. Preserve context
2000
- 4. Allow flexibility
2001
- 5. Track state
2002
-
2003
- ## Agent Integration
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-
2005
- Agents should be workflow-aware: know active workflow, their role, access artifacts, understand expected outputs.
2006
- ==================== END: .bmad-core/utils/workflow-management.md ====================