bmad-method 5.0.0 → 5.0.1

package/.bmad-core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.md

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-# Advanced Elicitation Task
-
-## Purpose
-
-- Provide optional reflective and brainstorming actions to enhance content quality
-- Enable deeper exploration of ideas through structured elicitation techniques
-- Support iterative refinement through multiple analytical perspectives
-
-## Task Instructions
-
-### 1. Section Context and Review
-
-[[LLM: When invoked after outputting a section:
-
-1. First, provide a brief 1-2 sentence summary of what the user should look for in the section just presented (e.g., "Please review the technology choices for completeness and alignment with your project needs. Pay special attention to version numbers and any missing categories.")
-
-2. If the section contains Mermaid diagrams, explain each diagram briefly before offering elicitation options (e.g., "The component diagram shows the main system modules and their interactions. Notice how the API Gateway routes requests to different services.")
-
-3. If the section contains multiple distinct items (like multiple components, multiple patterns, etc.), inform the user they can apply elicitation actions to:
-
-   - The entire section as a whole
-   - Individual items within the section (specify which item when selecting an action)
-
-4. Then present the action list as specified below.]]
-
-### 2. Ask for Review and Present Action List
-
-[[LLM: Ask the user to review the drafted section. In the SAME message, inform them that they can suggest additions, removals, or modifications, OR they can select an action by number from the 'Advanced Reflective, Elicitation & Brainstorming Actions'. If there are multiple items in the section, mention they can specify which item(s) to apply the action to. Then, present ONLY the numbered list (0-9) of these actions. Conclude by stating that selecting 9 will proceed to the next section. Await user selection. If an elicitation action (0-8) is chosen, execute it and then re-offer this combined review/elicitation choice. If option 9 is chosen, or if the user provides direct feedback, proceed accordingly.]]
-
-**Present the numbered list (0-9) with this exact format:**
-
-```text
-**Advanced Reflective, Elicitation & Brainstorming Actions**
-Choose an action (0-9 - 9 to bypass - HELP for explanation of these options):
-
-0. Expand or Contract for Audience
-1. Explain Reasoning (CoT Step-by-Step)
-2. Critique and Refine
-3. Analyze Logical Flow and Dependencies
-4. Assess Alignment with Overall Goals
-5. Identify Potential Risks and Unforeseen Issues
-6. Challenge from Critical Perspective (Self or Other Persona)
-7. Explore Diverse Alternatives (ToT-Inspired)
-8. Hindsight is 20/20: The 'If Only...' Reflection
-9. Proceed / No Further Actions
-```
-
-### 2. Processing Guidelines
-
-**Do NOT show:**
-
-- The full protocol text with `[[LLM: ...]]` instructions
-- Detailed explanations of each option unless executing or the user asks, when giving the definition you can modify to tie its relevance
-- Any internal template markup
-
-**After user selection from the list:**
-
-- Execute the chosen action according to the protocol instructions below
-- Ask if they want to select another action or proceed with option 9 once complete
-- Continue until user selects option 9 or indicates completion
-
-## Action Definitions
-
-0. Expand or Contract for Audience
-   [[LLM: Ask the user whether they want to 'expand' on the content (add more detail, elaborate) or 'contract' it (simplify, clarify, make more concise). Also, ask if there's a specific target audience they have in mind. Once clarified, perform the expansion or contraction from your current role's perspective, tailored to the specified audience if provided.]]
-
-1. Explain Reasoning (CoT Step-by-Step)
-   [[LLM: Explain the step-by-step thinking process, characteristic of your role, that you used to arrive at the current proposal for this content.]]
-
-2. Critique and Refine
-   [[LLM: From your current role's perspective, review your last output or the current section for flaws, inconsistencies, or areas for improvement, and then suggest a refined version reflecting your expertise.]]
-
-3. Analyze Logical Flow and Dependencies
-   [[LLM: From your role's standpoint, examine the content's structure for logical progression, internal consistency, and any relevant dependencies. Confirm if elements are presented in an effective order.]]
-
-4. Assess Alignment with Overall Goals
-   [[LLM: Evaluate how well the current content contributes to the stated overall goals of the document, interpreting this from your specific role's perspective and identifying any misalignments you perceive.]]
-
-5. Identify Potential Risks and Unforeseen Issues
-   [[LLM: Based on your role's expertise, brainstorm potential risks, overlooked edge cases, or unintended consequences related to the current content or proposal.]]
-
-6. Challenge from Critical Perspective (Self or Other Persona)
-   [[LLM: Adopt a critical perspective on the current content. If the user specifies another role or persona (e.g., 'as a customer', 'as [Another Persona Name]'), critique the content or play devil's advocate from that specified viewpoint. If no other role is specified, play devil's advocate from your own current persona's viewpoint, arguing against the proposal or current content and highlighting weaknesses or counterarguments specific to your concerns. This can also randomly include YAGNI when appropriate, such as when trimming the scope of an MVP, the perspective might challenge the need for something to cut MVP scope.]]
-
-7. Explore Diverse Alternatives (ToT-Inspired)
-   [[LLM: From your role's perspective, first broadly brainstorm a range of diverse approaches or solutions to the current topic. Then, from this wider exploration, select and present 2 distinct alternatives, detailing the pros, cons, and potential implications you foresee for each.]]
-
-8. Hindsight is 20/20: The 'If Only...' Reflection
-   [[LLM: In your current persona, imagine it's a retrospective for a project based on the current content. What's the one 'if only we had known/done X...' that your role would humorously or dramatically highlight, along with the imagined consequences?]]
-
-9. Proceed / No Further Actions
-   [[LLM: Acknowledge the user's choice to finalize the current work, accept the AI's last output as is, or move on to the next step without selecting another action from this list. Prepare to proceed accordingly.]]

package/.bmad-core/tasks/brainstorming-techniques.md

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-# Brainstorming Techniques Task
-
-This task provides a comprehensive toolkit of creative brainstorming techniques for ideation and innovative thinking. The analyst can use these techniques to facilitate productive brainstorming sessions with users.
-
-## Process
-
-### 1. Session Setup
-
-[[LLM: Begin by understanding the brainstorming context and goals. Ask clarifying questions if needed to determine the best approach.]]
-
-1. **Establish Context**
-
-   - Understand the problem space or opportunity area
-   - Identify any constraints or parameters
-   - Determine session goals (divergent exploration vs. focused ideation)
-
-2. **Select Technique Approach**
-   - Option A: User selects specific techniques
-   - Option B: Analyst recommends techniques based on context
-   - Option C: Random technique selection for creative variety
-   - Option D: Progressive technique flow (start broad, narrow down)
-
-### 2. Core Brainstorming Techniques
-
-#### Creative Expansion Techniques
-
-1. **"What If" Scenarios**
-   [[LLM: Generate provocative what-if questions that challenge assumptions and expand thinking beyond current limitations.]]
-
-   - What if we had unlimited resources?
-   - What if this problem didn't exist?
-   - What if we approached this from a child's perspective?
-   - What if we had to solve this in 24 hours?
-
-2. **Analogical Thinking**
-   [[LLM: Help user draw parallels between their challenge and other domains, industries, or natural systems.]]
-
-   - "How might this work like [X] but for [Y]?"
-   - Nature-inspired solutions (biomimicry)
-   - Cross-industry pattern matching
-   - Historical precedent analysis
-
-3. **Reversal/Inversion**
-   [[LLM: Flip the problem or approach it from the opposite angle to reveal new insights.]]
-
-   - What if we did the exact opposite?
-   - How could we make this problem worse? (then reverse)
-   - Start from the end goal and work backward
-   - Reverse roles or perspectives
-
-4. **First Principles Thinking**
-   [[LLM: Break down to fundamental truths and rebuild from scratch.]]
-   - What are the absolute fundamentals here?
-   - What assumptions can we challenge?
-   - If we started from zero, what would we build?
-   - What laws of physics/economics/human nature apply?
-
-#### Structured Ideation Frameworks
-
-1. **SCAMPER Method**
-   [[LLM: Guide through each SCAMPER prompt systematically.]]
-
-   - **S** = Substitute: What can be substituted?
-   - **C** = Combine: What can be combined or integrated?
-   - **A** = Adapt: What can be adapted from elsewhere?
-   - **M** = Modify/Magnify: What can be emphasized or reduced?
-   - **P** = Put to other uses: What else could this be used for?
-   - **E** = Eliminate: What can be removed or simplified?
-   - **R**= Reverse/Rearrange: What can be reversed or reordered?
-
-2. **Six Thinking Hats**
-   [[LLM: Cycle through different thinking modes, spending focused time in each.]]
-
-   - White Hat: Facts and information
-   - Red Hat: Emotions and intuition
-   - Black Hat: Caution and critical thinking
-   - Yellow Hat: Optimism and benefits
-   - Green Hat: Creativity and alternatives
-   - Blue Hat: Process and control
-
-3. **Mind Mapping**
-   [[LLM: Create text-based mind maps with clear hierarchical structure.]]
-
-   ```plaintext
-   Central Concept
-   ├── Branch 1
-   │   ├── Sub-idea 1.1
-   │   └── Sub-idea 1.2
-   ├── Branch 2
-   │   ├── Sub-idea 2.1
-   │   └── Sub-idea 2.2
-   └── Branch 3
-       └── Sub-idea 3.1
-   ```
-
-#### Collaborative Techniques
-
-1. **"Yes, And..." Building**
-   [[LLM: Accept every idea and build upon it without judgment. Encourage wild ideas and defer criticism.]]
-
-   - Accept the premise of each idea
-   - Add to it with "Yes, and..."
-   - Build chains of connected ideas
-   - Explore tangents freely
-
-2. **Brainwriting/Round Robin**
-   [[LLM: Simulate multiple perspectives by generating ideas from different viewpoints.]]
-
-   - Generate ideas from stakeholder perspectives
-   - Build on previous ideas in rounds
-   - Combine unrelated ideas
-   - Cross-pollinate concepts
-
-3. **Random Stimulation**
-   [[LLM: Use random words, images, or concepts as creative triggers.]]
-   - Random word association
-   - Picture/metaphor inspiration
-   - Forced connections between unrelated items
-   - Constraint-based creativity
-
-#### Deep Exploration Techniques
-
-1. **Five Whys**
-   [[LLM: Dig deeper into root causes and underlying motivations.]]
-
-   - Why does this problem exist? → Answer → Why? (repeat 5 times)
-   - Uncover hidden assumptions
-   - Find root causes, not symptoms
-   - Identify intervention points
-
-2. **Morphological Analysis**
-   [[LLM: Break down into parameters and systematically explore combinations.]]
-
-   - List key parameters/dimensions
-   - Identify possible values for each
-   - Create combination matrix
-   - Explore unusual combinations
-
-3. **Provocation Technique (PO)**
-   [[LLM: Make deliberately provocative statements to jar thinking.]]
-   - PO: Cars have square wheels
-   - PO: Customers pay us to take products
-   - PO: The problem solves itself
-   - Extract useful ideas from provocations
-
-### 3. Technique Selection Guide
-
-[[LLM: Help user select appropriate techniques based on their needs.]]
-
-**For Initial Exploration:**
-
-- What If Scenarios
-- First Principles
-- Mind Mapping
-
-**For Stuck/Blocked Thinking:**
-
-- Random Stimulation
-- Reversal/Inversion
-- Provocation Technique
-
-**For Systematic Coverage:**
-
-- SCAMPER
-- Morphological Analysis
-- Six Thinking Hats
-
-**For Deep Understanding:**
-
-- Five Whys
-- Analogical Thinking
-- First Principles
-
-**For Team/Collaborative Settings:**
-
-- Brainwriting
-- "Yes, And..."
-- Six Thinking Hats
-
-### 4. Session Flow Management
-
-[[LLM: Guide the brainstorming session with appropriate pacing and technique transitions.]]
-
-1. **Warm-up Phase** (5-10 min)
-
-   - Start with accessible techniques
-   - Build creative confidence
-   - Establish "no judgment" atmosphere
-
-2. **Divergent Phase** (20-30 min)
-
-   - Use expansion techniques
-   - Generate quantity over quality
-   - Encourage wild ideas
-
-3. **Convergent Phase** (15-20 min)
-
-   - Group and categorize ideas
-   - Identify patterns and themes
-   - Select promising directions
-
-4. **Synthesis Phase** (10-15 min)
-   - Combine complementary ideas
-   - Refine and develop concepts
-   - Prepare summary of insights
-
-### 5. Output Format
-
-[[LLM: Present brainstorming results in an organized, actionable format.]]
-
-**Session Summary:**
-
-- Techniques used
-- Number of ideas generated
-- Key themes identified
-
-**Idea Categories:**
-
-1. **Immediate Opportunities** - Ideas that could be implemented now
-2. **Future Innovations** - Ideas requiring more development
-3. **Moonshots** - Ambitious, transformative ideas
-4. **Insights & Learnings** - Key realizations from the session
-
-**Next Steps:**
-
-- Which ideas to explore further
-- Recommended follow-up techniques
-- Suggested research areas
-
-## Important Notes
-
-- Maintain energy and momentum throughout the session
-- Defer judgment - all ideas are valid during generation
-- Quantity leads to quality - aim for many ideas
-- Build on ideas collaboratively
-- Document everything - even "silly" ideas can spark breakthroughs
-- Take breaks if energy flags
-- End with clear next actions

package/.bmad-core/tasks/core-dump.md

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-# Core Dump Task
-
-## Purpose
-
-To create a concise memory recording file (`.ai/core-dump-n.md`) that captures the essential context of the current agent session, enabling seamless continuation of work in future agent sessions. This task ensures persistent context across agent conversations while maintaining minimal token usage for efficient context loading.
-
-## Inputs for this Task
-
-- Current session conversation history and accomplishments
-- Files created, modified, or deleted during the session
-- Key decisions made and procedures followed
-- Current project state and next logical steps
-- User requests and agent responses that shaped the session
-
-## Task Execution Instructions
-
-### 0. Check Existing Core Dump
-
-Before proceeding, check if `.ai/core-dump.md` already exists:
-
-- If file exists, ask user: "Core dump file exists. Should I: 1. Overwrite, 2. Update, 3. Append or 4. Create new?"
-- **Overwrite**: Replace entire file with new content
-- **Update**: Merge new session info with existing content, updating relevant sections
-- **Append**: Add new session as a separate entry while preserving existing content
-- **Create New**: Create a new file, appending the next possible -# to the file, such as core-dump-3.md if 1 and 2 already exist.
-- If file doesn't exist, proceed with creation of `core-dump-1.md`
-
-### 1. Analyze Session Context
-
-- Review the entire conversation to identify key accomplishments
-- Note any specific tasks, procedures, or workflows that were executed
-- Identify important decisions made or problems solved
-- Capture the user's working style and preferences observed during the session
-
-### 2. Document What Was Accomplished
-
-- **Primary Actions**: List the main tasks completed concisely
-- **Story Progress**: For story work, use format "Tasks Complete: 1-6, 8. Next Task Pending: 7, 9"
-- **Problem Solving**: Document any challenges encountered and how they were resolved
-- **User Communications**: Summarize key user requests, preferences, and discussion points
-
-### 3. Record File System Changes (Concise Format)
-
-- **Files Created**: `filename.ext` (brief purpose/size)
-- **Files Modified**: `filename.ext` (what changed)
-- **Files Deleted**: `filename.ext` (why removed)
-- Focus on essential details, avoid verbose descriptions
-
-### 4. Capture Current Project State
-
-- **Project Progress**: Where the project stands after this session
-- **Current Issues**: Any blockers or problems that need resolution
-- **Next Logical Steps**: What would be the natural next actions to take
-
-### 5. Create/Update Core Dump File
-
-Based on user's choice from step 0, handle the file accordingly:
-
-### 6. Optimize for Minimal Context
-
-- Keep descriptions concise but informative
-- Use abbreviated formats where possible (file sizes, task numbers)
-- Focus on actionable information rather than detailed explanations
-- Avoid redundant information that can be found in project documentation
-- Prioritize information that would be lost without this recording
-- Ensure the file can be quickly scanned and understood
-
-### 7. Validate Completeness
-
-- Verify all significant session activities are captured
-- Ensure a future agent could understand the current state
-- Check that file changes are accurately recorded
-- Confirm next steps are clear and actionable
-- Verify user communication style and preferences are noted

package/.bmad-core/tasks/create-agent.md

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-# Create Agent Task
-
-This task guides you through creating a new BMAD agent following the standard template.
-
-## Prerequisites
-
-- Agent template: `.bmad-core/templates/agent-tmpl.md`
-- Target directory: `.bmad-core/agents/`
-
-## Steps
-
-### 1. Gather Agent Information
-
-Collect the following information from the user:
-
-- **Agent ID**: Unique identifier (lowercase, hyphens allowed, e.g., `data-analyst`)
-- **Agent Name**: Display name (e.g., `Data Analyst`)
-- **Agent Title**: Professional title (e.g., `Data Analysis Specialist`)
-- **Role Description**: Brief description of the agent's primary role
-- **Communication Style**: How the agent communicates (e.g., `analytical, data-driven, clear`)
-- **Identity**: Detailed description of who this agent is
-- **Focus Areas**: Primary areas of expertise and focus
-- **Core Principles**: 3-5 guiding principles for the agent
-- **Customization**: Optional specific behaviors or overrides
-
-### 2. Define Agent Capabilities
-
-**IMPORTANT**:
-
-- If your agent will perform any actions → You MUST create corresponding tasks in `.bmad-core/tasks/`
-- If your agent will create any documents → You MUST create templates in `.bmad-core/templates/` AND include the `create-doc` task
-
-Determine:
-
-- **Custom Commands**: Agent-specific commands beyond the defaults
-- **Required Tasks**: Tasks from `.bmad-core/tasks/` the agent needs
-  - For any action the agent performs, a corresponding task file must exist
-  - Always include `create-doc` if the agent creates any documents
-- **Required Templates**: Templates from `.bmad-core/templates/` the agent uses
-  - For any document the agent can create, a template must exist
-- **Required Checklists**: Checklists the agent references
-- **Required Data**: Data files the agent needs access to
-- **Required Utils**: Utility files the agent uses
-
-### 3. Handle Missing Dependencies
-
-**Protocol for Missing Tasks/Templates:**
-
-1. Check if each required task/template exists
-2. For any missing items:
-   - Create a basic version following the appropriate template
-   - Track what was created in a list
-3. Continue with agent creation
-4. At the end, present a summary of all created items
-
-**Track Created Items:**
-
-```
-Created during agent setup:
-- Tasks:
-  - [ ] task-name-1.md
-  - [ ] task-name-2.md
-- Templates:
-  - [ ] template-name-1.md
-  - [ ] template-name-2.md
-```
-
-### 4. Create Agent File
-
-1. Copy the template from `.bmad-core/templates/agent-tmpl.md`
-2. Replace all placeholders with gathered information:
-
-   - `[AGENT_ID]` → agent id
-   - `[AGENT_NAME]` → agent name
-   - `[AGENT_TITLE]` → agent title
-   - `[AGENT_ROLE_DESCRIPTION]` → role description
-   - `[COMMUNICATION_STYLE]` → communication style
-   - `[AGENT_IDENTITY_DESCRIPTION]` → identity description
-   - `[PRIMARY_FOCUS_AREAS]` → focus areas
-   - `[PRINCIPLE_X]` → core principles
-   - `[OPTIONAL_CUSTOMIZATION]` → customization (or remove if none)
-   - `[DEFAULT_MODE_DESCRIPTION]` → description of default chat mode
-   - `[STARTUP_INSTRUCTIONS]` → what the agent should do on activation
-   - Add custom commands, tasks, templates, etc.
-
-3. Save as `.bmad-core/agents/[agent-id].md`
-
-### 4. Validate Agent
-
-Ensure:
-
-- All placeholders are replaced
-- Dependencies (tasks, templates, etc.) actually exist
-- Commands are properly formatted
-- YAML structure is valid
-
-### 5. Build and Test
-
-1. Run `npm run build:agents` to include in builds
-2. Test agent activation and commands
-3. Verify all dependencies load correctly
-
-### 6. Final Summary
-
-Present to the user:
-
-```
-✅ Agent Created: [agent-name]
-   Location: .bmad-core/agents/[agent-id].md
-
-📝 Dependencies Created:
-   Tasks:
-   - ✅ task-1.md - [brief description]
-   - ✅ task-2.md - [brief description]
-
-   Templates:
-   - ✅ template-1.md - [brief description]
-   - ✅ template-2.md - [brief description]
-
-⚠️  Next Steps:
-   1. Review and customize the created tasks/templates
-   2. Run npm run build:agents
-   3. Test the agent thoroughly
-```
-
-## Template Reference
-
-The agent template structure:
-
-- **activation-instructions**: How the AI should interpret the file
-- **agent**: Basic agent metadata
-- **persona**: Character and behavior definition
-- **startup**: Initial actions on activation
-- **commands**: Available commands (always include defaults)
-- **dependencies**: Required resources organized by type
-
-## Example Usage
-
-```yaml
-agent:
-  name: Data Analyst
-  id: data-analyst
-  title: Data Analysis Specialist
-
-persona:
-  role: Expert in data analysis, visualization, and insights extraction
-  style: analytical, data-driven, clear, methodical
-  identity: I am a seasoned data analyst who transforms raw data into actionable insights
-  focus: data exploration, statistical analysis, visualization, reporting
-
-  core_principles:
-    - Data integrity and accuracy above all
-    - Clear communication of complex findings
-    - Actionable insights over raw numbers
-```
-
-## Creating Missing Dependencies
-
-When a required task or template doesn't exist:
-
-1. **For Missing Tasks**: Create using `.bmad-core/templates/task-template.md`
-
-   - Name it descriptively (e.g., `analyze-metrics.md`)
-   - Define clear steps for the action
-   - Include any required inputs/outputs
-
-2. **For Missing Templates**: Create a basic structure
-
-   - Name it descriptively (e.g., `metrics-report-template.md`)
-   - Include placeholders for expected content
-   - Add sections relevant to the document type
-
-3. **Always Track**: Keep a list of everything created to report at the end
-
-## Important Reminders
-
-### Tasks and Templates Requirement
-
-- **Every agent action needs a task**: If an agent can "analyze data", there must be an `analyze-data.md` task
-- **Every document type needs a template**: If an agent can create reports, there must be a `report-template.md`
-- **Document creation requires**: Both the template AND the `create-doc` task in dependencies
-
-### Example Dependencies
-
-```yaml
-dependencies:
-  tasks:
-    - create-doc # Required if agent creates any documents
-    - analyze-requirements # Custom task for this agent
-    - generate-report # Another custom task
-  templates:
-    - requirements-doc # Template for requirements documents
-    - analysis-report # Template for analysis reports
-```
-
-## Notes
-
-- Keep agent definitions focused and specific
-- Ensure dependencies are minimal and necessary
-- Test thoroughly before distribution
-- Follow existing agent patterns for consistency
-- Remember: No task = agent can't do it, No template = agent can't create it

package/.bmad-core/tasks/create-doc.md

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-# Create Document from Template Task
-
-## Purpose
-
-- Generate documents from any specified template following embedded instructions from the perspective of the selected agent persona
-
-## Instructions
-
-### 1. Identify Template and Context
-
-- Determine which template to use (user-provided or list available for selection to user)
-
-  - Agent-specific templates are listed in the agent's dependencies under `templates`. For each template listed, consider it a document the agent can create. So if an agent has:
-
-    @{example}
-    dependencies:
-    templates: - prd-tmpl - architecture-tmpl
-    @{/example}
-
-    You would offer to create "PRD" and "Architecture" documents when the user asks what you can help with.
-
-- Gather all relevant inputs, or ask for them, or else rely on user providing necessary details to complete the document
-- Understand the document purpose and target audience
-
-### 2. Determine Interaction Mode
-
-Confirm with the user their preferred interaction style:
-
-- **Incremental:** Work through chunks of the document.
-- **YOLO Mode:** Draft complete document making reasonable assumptions in one shot. (Can be entered also after starting incremental by just typing /yolo)
-
-### 3. Execute Template
-
-- Load specified template from `templates#*` or the /templates directory
-- Follow ALL embedded LLM instructions within the template
-- Process template markup according to `utils#template-format` conventions
-
-### 4. Template Processing Rules
-
-#### CRITICAL: Never display template markup, LLM instructions, or examples to users
-
-- Replace all {{placeholders}} with actual content
-- Execute all [[LLM: instructions]] internally
-- Process `<<REPEAT>>` sections as needed
-- Evaluate ^^CONDITION^^ blocks and include only if applicable
-- Use @{examples} for guidance but never output them
-
-### 5. Content Generation
-
-- **Incremental Mode**: Present each major section for review before proceeding
-- **YOLO Mode**: Generate all sections, then review complete document with user
-- Apply any elicitation protocols specified in template
-- Incorporate user feedback and iterate as needed
-
-### 6. Validation
-
-If template specifies a checklist:
-
-- Run the appropriate checklist against completed document
-- Document completion status for each item
-- Address any deficiencies found
-- Present validation summary to user
-
-### 7. Final Presentation
-
-- Present clean, formatted content only
-- Ensure all sections are complete
-- DO NOT truncate or summarize content
-- Begin directly with document content (no preamble)
-- Include any handoff prompts specified in template
-
-## Important Notes
-
-- Template markup is for AI processing only - never expose to users