bmad-method 6.0.0-Beta.1 → 6.0.0-Beta.3

package/CHANGELOG.md

@@ -1,6 +1,40 @@
 # Changelog
 
-## [6.0.0-Beta.0]
+## [6.0.0-Beta.3]
+
+### 🌟 Key Highlights
+
+1. **SDET Module Replaces TEA**: TEA module removed from core, SDET module added with "automate" workflow for test automation
+2. **Gemini CLI TOML Support**: IDE integration now supports the TOML config format used by Gemini CLI
+3. **File System Sprint Status**: Default project_key support for file-system based sprint status tracking
+
+### 🔧 Features & Improvements
+
+**Module Changes:**
+- **TEA Module Moved to External** (#1430, #1443): The TEA module is now external. SDET module added with a single "automate" workflow focused on test automation
+- **SDET Module**: New module with streamlined test automation capabilities
+
+**IDE Integration:**
+- **Gemini CLI TOML Format** (#1431): Previous update accidentally switched Gemini to md instead of toml.
+
+**Sprint Status:**
+- **Default project_key** (#1446): File-system based sprint status now uses a default project_key so certain LLMs do not complain
+
+### 🐛 Bug Fixes
+
+- **Quick-flow workflow path fix** (#1368): Fixed incorrect workflow_path in bmad-quick-flow/quick-spec steps (step-01, step-02, step-03) - changed from non-existent 'create-tech-spec' to correct 'quick-spec'
+- **PRD edit flow paths**: Fixed path references in PRD editing workflow
+- **Agent file handling**: Changes to prevent double agent files and use .agent.md file extensions
+- **README link fix**: Corrected broken documentation links
+
+## [6.0.0-Beta.2]
+
+- Fix installer so commands match what is installed, centralize most ide into a central file instead of separate files for each ide.
+- Specific IDEs may still need udpates, but all is config driven now and should be easier to maintain
+- Kiro still needs updates, but its been in this state since contributed, will investigate soon
+- Any version older than Beta.0 will recommend removal and reinstall to project. From later alphas though its sufficient to quick update if still desired, but best is just start fresh with Beta.
+
+## [6.0.0-Beta.1]
 
 **Release: January 2026 - Alpha to Beta Transition**
 

package/README.md

@@ -32,10 +32,10 @@ Follow the installer prompts, then open your AI IDE (Claude Code, Cursor, Windsu
 
 > **Not sure what to do?** Run `/bmad-help` — it tells you exactly what's next and what's optional. You can also ask it questions like:
 
- - `/bmad-help How should I build a web app for for my TShirt Business that can scale to millions?`
+ - `/bmad-help How should I build a web app for my TShirt Business that can scale to millions?`
  - `/bmad-help I just finished the architecture, I am not sure what to do next`
 
-And the amazing this is BMad Help evolves depending on what modules you install also!
+And the amazing thing is BMad Help evolves depending on what modules you install also!
  - `/bmad-help Im interested in really exploring creative ways to demo BMad at work, what do you recommend to help plan a great slide deck and compelling narrative?`, and if you have the Creative Intelligence Suite installed, it will offer you different or complimentary advice than if you just have BMad Method Module installed!
 
 The workflows below show the fastest path to working code. You can also load agents directly for a more structured process, extensive planning, or to learn about agile development practices — the agents guide you with menus, explanations, and elicitation at each step.
@@ -59,27 +59,59 @@ Products, platforms, complex features — structured planning then build:
 5. `/sprint-planning` — initialize sprint tracking
 6. **Repeat per story:** `/create-story` → `/dev-story` → `/code-review`
 
-Every step tells you what's next. Optional phases (brainstorming, research, UX design) are available when you need them — ask `/bmad-help` anytime. For a detailed walkthrough, see the [Getting Started Tutorial](http://docs.bmad-method.org/tutorials/getting-started/getting-started-bmadv6/).
+Every step tells you what's next. Optional phases (brainstorming, research, UX design) are available when you need them — ask `/bmad-help` anytime. For a detailed walkthrough, see the [Getting Started Tutorial](http://docs.bmad-method.org/tutorials/getting-started/).
 
 ## Modules
 
 BMad Method extends with official modules for specialized domains. Modules are available during installation and can be added to your project at any time. After the V6 beta period these will also be available as Plugins and Granular Skills.
 
-| Module                                | GitHub                                                                                                                            | NPM                                                                                                | Purpose                                                           |
-| ------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------- |
+| Module                                | GitHub                                                                                                                            | NPM                                                                                                                | Purpose                                                           |
+| ------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------- |
 | **BMad Method (BMM)**                 | [bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD)                                                         | [bmad-method](https://www.npmjs.com/package/bmad-method)                                           | Core framework with 34+ workflows across 4 development phases     |
 | **BMad Builder (BMB)**                | [bmad-code-org/bmad-builder](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/bmad-builder)                                                       | [bmad-builder](https://www.npmjs.com/package/bmad-builder)                                         | Create custom BMad agents, workflows, and domain-specific modules |
+| **Test Architect (TEA)** 🆕           | [bmad-code-org/tea](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise)                                    | [tea](https://www.npmjs.com/package/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise)                      | Risk-based test strategy, automation, and release gates (8 workflows) |
 | **Game Dev Studio (BMGD)**            | [bmad-code-org/bmad-module-game-dev-studio](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/bmad-module-game-dev-studio)                         | [bmad-game-dev-studio](https://www.npmjs.com/package/bmad-game-dev-studio)                         | Game development workflows for Unity, Unreal, and Godot           |
 | **Creative Intelligence Suite (CIS)** | [bmad-code-org/bmad-module-creative-intelligence-suite](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/bmad-module-creative-intelligence-suite) | [bmad-creative-intelligence-suite](https://www.npmjs.com/package/bmad-creative-intelligence-suite) | Innovation, brainstorming, design thinking, and problem-solving   |
 
 * More modules are coming in the next 2 weeks from BMad Official, and a community marketplace for the installer also will be coming with the final V6 release!
 
+## Testing Agents
+
+BMad provides two testing options to fit your needs:
+
+### Quinn (QA) - Built-in
+
+**Quick test automation for rapid coverage**
+
+- ✅ **Always available** in BMM module (no separate install)
+- ✅ **Simple**: One workflow (`QA` - Automate)
+- ✅ **Beginner-friendly**: Standard test framework patterns
+- ✅ **Fast**: Generate tests and ship
+
+**Use Quinn for:** Small projects, quick coverage, standard patterns
+
+### Test Architect (TEA) - Optional Module
+
+**Enterprise-grade test strategy and quality engineering**
+
+- 🆕 **Standalone module** (install separately)
+- 🏗️ **Comprehensive**: 8 workflows covering full test lifecycle
+- 🎯 **Advanced**: Risk-based planning, quality gates, NFR assessment
+- 📚 **Knowledge-driven**: 34 testing patterns and best practices
+- 📖 [Test Architect Documentation](https://bmad-code-org.github.io/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise/)
+
+**Use TEA for:** Enterprise projects, test strategy, compliance, release gates
+
+---
+
 ## Documentation
 
-**[Full Documentation](http://docs.bmad-method.org)** — Tutorials, how-to guides, concepts, and reference
+**[BMad Documentation](http://docs.bmad-method.org)** — Tutorials, how-to guides, concepts, and reference
+**[Test Architect Documentation](https://bmad-code-org.github.io/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise/)** — TEA standalone module documentation
 
-- [Getting Started Tutorial](http://docs.bmad-method.org/tutorials/getting-started/getting-started-bmadv6/)
-- [Upgrading from Previous Versions](http://docs.bmad-method.org/how-to/installation/upgrade-to-v6/)
+- [Getting Started Tutorial](http://docs.bmad-method.org/tutorials/getting-started/)
+- [Upgrading from Previous Versions](http://docs.bmad-method.org/how-to/upgrade-to-v6/)
+- [Test Architect Migration Guide](https://bmad-code-org.github.io/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise/migration/) — Upgrading from BMM-embedded TEA
 
 ### For v4 Users
 
@@ -96,7 +128,7 @@ BMad Method extends with official modules for specialized domains. Modules are a
 
 BMad is free for everyone — and always will be. If you'd like to support development:
 
-- ⭐ Please click the star project icon at near the top right of this page
+- ⭐ Please click the star project icon near the top right of this page
 - ☕ [Buy Me a Coffee](https://buymeacoffee.com/bmad) — Fuel the development
 - 🏢 Corporate sponsorship — DM on Discord
 - 🎤 Speaking & Media — Available for conferences, podcasts, interviews (BM on Discord)

package/docs/how-to/customize-bmad.md

@@ -151,7 +151,7 @@ prompts:
 
 ## Workflow Customization
 
-Information about customizing existing BMad MEthod workflows and skills are coming soon.
+Information about customizing existing BMad Method workflows and skills are coming soon.
 
 ## Module Customization
 

package/docs/reference/workflow-map.md

@@ -53,10 +53,13 @@ Build it, one story at a time.
 | `sprint-planning` | Initialize tracking (once per project) | `sprint-status.yaml`          |
 | `create-story`    | Prepare next story for implementation  | `story-[slug].md`             |
 | `dev-story`       | Implement the story                    | Working code + tests          |
+| `automate` (QA)   | Generate tests for existing features   | Test suite                    |
 | `code-review`     | Validate implementation quality        | Approved or changes requested |
 | `correct-course`  | Handle significant mid-sprint changes  | Updated plan or re-routing    |
 | `retrospective`   | Review after epic completion           | Lessons learned               |
 
+**Quinn (QA Agent):** Built-in QA agent for test automation. Trigger with `QA` or `bmad-bmm-automate`. Generates standard API and E2E tests using your project's test framework. Beginner-friendly, no configuration needed. For advanced test strategy, install [Test Architect (TEA)](https://bmad-code-org.github.io/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise/) module.
+
 ## Quick Flow (Parallel Track)
 
 Skip phases 1-3 for small, well-understood work.

package/package.json

@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 {
   "$schema": "https://json.schemastore.org/package.json",
   "name": "bmad-method",
-  "version": "6.0.0-Beta.1",
+  "version": "6.0.0-Beta.3",
   "description": "Breakthrough Method of Agile AI-driven Development",
   "keywords": [
     "agile",

package/src/bmm/agents/quinn.agent.yaml

@@ -0,0 +1,57 @@
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    id: "_bmad/bmm/agents/quinn"
+    name: Quinn
+    title: QA Engineer
+    icon: 🧪
+    module: bmm
+    hasSidecar: false
+
+  persona:
+    role: QA Engineer
+    identity: |
+      Pragmatic test automation engineer focused on rapid test coverage.
+      Specializes in generating tests quickly for existing features using standard test framework patterns.
+      Simpler, more direct approach than the advanced Test Architect module.
+    communication_style: |
+      Practical and straightforward. Gets tests written fast without overthinking.
+      'Ship it and iterate' mentality. Focuses on coverage first, optimization later.
+    principles:
+      - Generate API and E2E tests for implemented code
+      - Tests should pass on first run
+
+  critical_actions:
+    - Never skip running the generated tests to verify they pass
+    - Always use standard test framework APIs (no external utilities)
+    - Keep tests simple and maintainable
+    - Focus on realistic user scenarios
+
+  menu:
+    - trigger: QA
+      workflow: "{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/qa/automate/workflow.yaml"
+      description: "[QA] Automate - Generate tests for existing features (simplified)"
+
+  prompts:
+    - id: welcome
+      content: |
+        👋 Hi, I'm Quinn - your QA Engineer.
+
+        I help you generate tests quickly using standard test framework patterns.
+
+        **What I do:**
+        - Generate API and E2E tests for existing features
+        - Use standard test framework patterns (simple and maintainable)
+        - Focus on happy path + critical edge cases
+        - Get you covered fast without overthinking
+        - Generate tests only (use Code Review `CR` for review/validation)
+
+        **When to use me:**
+        - Quick test coverage for small-medium projects
+        - Beginner-friendly test automation
+        - Standard patterns without advanced utilities
+
+        **Need more advanced testing?**
+        For comprehensive test strategy, risk-based planning, quality gates, and enterprise features,
+        install the Test Architect (TEA) module: https://bmad-code-org.github.io/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise/
+
+        Ready to generate some tests? Just say `QA` or `bmad-bmm-automate`!

package/src/bmm/module-help.csv

@@ -1,32 +1,32 @@
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-bmm,anytime,Quick Dev,QD,30,_bmad/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/quick-dev/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_quick-dev,false,quick-flow-solo-dev,Create Mode,"Quick one-off tasks small changes simple apps utilities without extensive planning - Do not suggest for potentially very complex things unless requested or if the user complains that they do not want to follow the extensive planning of the bmad method, unless the user is already working through the implementation phase and just requests a 1 off things not already in the plan",,,
-bmm,anytime,Correct Course,CC,40,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/correct-course/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_correct-course,false,sm,Create Mode,"Anytime: Navigate significant changes. May recommend start over update PRD redo architecture sprint planning or correct epics and stories",planning_artifacts,"change proposal",
-bmm,1-analysis,Brainstorm Project,BP,10,_bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.md,bmad_brainstorming,false,analyst,data=_bmad/bmm/data/project-context-template.md,"Expert Guided Facilitation through a single or multiple techniques",planning_artifacts,"brainstorming session",
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-bmm,1-analysis,Domain Research,DR,21,_bmad/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/research/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_research,false,analyst,Create Mode research_type=domain,"Industry domain deep dive subject matter expertise and terminology","planning_artifacts|project-knowledge","research documents"
-bmm,1-analysis,Technical Research,TR,22,_bmad/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/research/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_research,false,analyst,Create Mode research_type=technical,"Technical feasibility architecture options and implementation approaches","planning_artifacts|project-knowledge","research documents"
-bmm,1-analysis,Create Brief,CB,30,_bmad/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/create-product-brief/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_create-brief,false,analyst,Create Mode,"A guided experience to nail down your product idea",planning_artifacts,"product brief",
-bmm,1-analysis,Validate Brief,VB,40,_bmad/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/create-product-brief/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_validate-brief,false,analyst,Validate Mode,"Validates product brief completeness",planning_artifacts,"brief validation report",
-bmm,2-planning,Create PRD,CP,10,_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_prd,true,pm,Create Mode,"Expert led facilitation to produce your Product Requirements Document",planning_artifacts,prd,
-bmm,2-planning,Validate PRD,VP,20,_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_prd,false,pm,Validate Mode,"Validate PRD is comprehensive lean well organized and cohesive",planning_artifacts,"prd validation report",
-bmm,2-planning,Create UX,CU,30,_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-ux-design/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_create-ux-design,false,ux-designer,Create Mode,"Guidance through realizing the plan for your UX, strongly recommended if a UI is a primary piece of the proposed project",planning_artifacts,"ux design",
-bmm,2-planning,Validate UX,VU,40,_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-ux-design/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_create-ux-design,false,ux-designer,Validate Mode,"Validates UX design deliverables",planning_artifacts,"ux validation report",
-,anytime,Create Dataflow,CDF,50,_bmad/bmm/workflows/excalidraw-diagrams/create-dataflow/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_create-excalidraw-dataflow,false,ux-designer,Create Mode,"Create data flow diagrams (DFD) in Excalidraw format - can be called standalone or during any workflow to add visual documentation",planning_artifacts,"dataflow diagram",
-,anytime,Create Diagram,CED,51,_bmad/bmm/workflows/excalidraw-diagrams/create-diagram/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_create-excalidraw-diagram,false,ux-designer,Create Mode,"Create system architecture diagrams ERDs UML diagrams or general technical diagrams in Excalidraw format - use anytime or call from architecture workflow to add visual documentation",planning_artifacts,"diagram",
-,anytime,Create Flowchart,CFC,52,_bmad/bmm/workflows/excalidraw-diagrams/create-flowchart/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_create-excalidraw-flowchart,false,ux-designer,Create Mode,"Create a flowchart visualization in Excalidraw format for processes pipelines or logic flows - use anytime or during architecture to add process documentation",planning_artifacts,"flowchart",
-,anytime,Create Wireframe,CEW,53,_bmad/bmm/workflows/excalidraw-diagrams/create-wireframe/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_create-excalidraw-wireframe,false,ux-designer,Create Mode,"Create website or app wireframes in Excalidraw format - use anytime standalone or call from UX workflow to add UI mockups",planning_artifacts,"wireframe",
-bmm,3-solutioning,Create Architecture,CA,10,_bmad/bmm/workflows/3-solutioning/create-architecture/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_create-architecture,true,architect,Create Mode,"Guided Workflow to document technical decisions",planning_artifacts,architecture,
-bmm,3-solutioning,Validate Architecture,VA,20,_bmad/bmm/workflows/3-solutioning/create-architecture/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_create-architecture,false,architect,Validate Mode,"Validates architecture completeness",planning_artifacts,"architecture validation report",
-bmm,3-solutioning,Create Epics and Stories,CE,30,_bmad/bmm/workflows/3-solutioning/create-epics-and-stories/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_create-epics-and-stories,true,pm,Create Mode,"Create the Epics and Stories Listing",planning_artifacts,"epics and stories",
-bmm,3-solutioning,Validate Epics and Stories,VE,40,_bmad/bmm/workflows/3-solutioning/create-epics-and-stories/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_create-epics-and-stories,false,pm,Validate Mode,"Validates epics and stories completeness",planning_artifacts,"epics validation report",
-bmm,3-solutioning,Test Design,TD,50,_bmad/bmm/workflows/testarch/test-design/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_testarch-test-design,false,tea,Create Mode,"Create comprehensive test scenarios ahead of development, recommended if string test compliance or assurance is needed. Very critical for distributed applications with separate front ends and backends outside of a monorepo.",planning_artifacts,"test design",
-bmm,3-solutioning,Check Implementation Readiness,IR,70,_bmad/bmm/workflows/3-solutioning/check-implementation-readiness/workflow.md,bmad_bmm_check-implementation-readiness,true,architect,Validate Mode,"Ensure PRD UX Architecture and Epics Stories are aligned",planning_artifacts,"readiness report",
-bmm,4-implementation,Sprint Planning,SP,10,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/sprint-planning/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_sprint-planning,true,sm,Create Mode,"Generate sprint plan for development tasks - this kicks off the implementation phase by producing a plan the implementation agents will follow in sequence for every story in the plan.",implementation_artifacts,"sprint status",
-bmm,4-implementation,Sprint Status,SS,20,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/sprint-status/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_sprint-status,false,sm,Create Mode,"Anytime: Summarize sprint status and route to next workflow",,,
-bmm,4-implementation,Create Story,CS,30,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/create-story/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_create-story,true,sm,Create Mode,"Story cycle start: Prepare first found story in the sprint plan that is next, or if the command is run with a specific epic and story designation with context. Once complete, then VS then DS then CR then back to DS if needed or next CS or ER",implementation_artifacts,story,
-bmm,4-implementation,Validate Story,VS,35,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/create-story/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_create-story,false,sm,Validate Mode,"Validates story readiness and completeness before development work begins",implementation_artifacts,"story validation report",
-bmm,4-implementation,Dev Story,DS,40,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/dev-story/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_dev-story,true,dev,Create Mode,"Story cycle: Execute story implementation tasks and tests then CR then back to DS if fixes needed",,,
-bmm,4-implementation,Code Review,CR,50,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/code-review/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_code-review,false,dev,Create Mode,"Story cycle: If issues back to DS if approved then next CS or ER if epic complete",,,
-bmm,4-implementation,Retrospective,ER,60,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/retrospective/workflow.yaml,bmad_bmm_retrospective,false,sm,Create Mode,"Optional at epic end: Review completed work lessons learned and next epic or if major issues consider CC",implementation_artifacts,retrospective,
+bmm,anytime,Document Project,DP,10,_bmad/bmm/workflows/document-project/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-document-project,false,analyst,Create Mode,"Analyze an existing project to produce useful documentation",project-knowledge,*,
+bmm,anytime,Quick Spec,TS,20,_bmad/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/quick-spec/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-quick-spec,false,quick-flow-solo-dev,Create Mode,"Do not suggest for potentially very complex things unless requested or if the user complains that they do not want to follow the extensive planning of the bmad method. Quick one-off tasks small changes simple apps utilities without extensive planning",planning_artifacts,"tech spec",
+bmm,anytime,Quick Dev,QD,30,_bmad/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/quick-dev/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-quick-dev,false,quick-flow-solo-dev,Create Mode,"Quick one-off tasks small changes simple apps utilities without extensive planning - Do not suggest for potentially very complex things unless requested or if the user complains that they do not want to follow the extensive planning of the bmad method, unless the user is already working through the implementation phase and just requests a 1 off things not already in the plan",,,
+bmm,anytime,Correct Course,CC,40,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/correct-course/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-correct-course,false,sm,Create Mode,"Anytime: Navigate significant changes. May recommend start over update PRD redo architecture sprint planning or correct epics and stories",planning_artifacts,"change proposal",
+bmm,1-analysis,Brainstorm Project,BP,10,_bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.md,bmad-brainstorming,false,analyst,data=_bmad/bmm/data/project-context-template.md,"Expert Guided Facilitation through a single or multiple techniques",planning_artifacts,"brainstorming session",
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+bmm,1-analysis,Domain Research,DR,21,_bmad/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/research/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-research,false,analyst,Create Mode research_type=domain,"Industry domain deep dive subject matter expertise and terminology","planning_artifacts|project-knowledge","research documents"
+bmm,1-analysis,Technical Research,TR,22,_bmad/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/research/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-research,false,analyst,Create Mode research_type=technical,"Technical feasibility architecture options and implementation approaches","planning_artifacts|project-knowledge","research documents"
+bmm,1-analysis,Create Brief,CB,30,_bmad/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/create-product-brief/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-create-brief,false,analyst,Create Mode,"A guided experience to nail down your product idea",planning_artifacts,"product brief",
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+bmm,2-planning,Create PRD,CP,10,_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-prd,true,pm,Create Mode,"Expert led facilitation to produce your Product Requirements Document",planning_artifacts,prd,
+bmm,2-planning,Validate PRD,VP,20,_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-prd,false,pm,Validate Mode,"Validate PRD is comprehensive lean well organized and cohesive",planning_artifacts,"prd validation report",
+bmm,2-planning,Create UX,CU,30,_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-ux-design/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-create-ux-design,false,ux-designer,Create Mode,"Guidance through realizing the plan for your UX, strongly recommended if a UI is a primary piece of the proposed project",planning_artifacts,"ux design",
+bmm,2-planning,Validate UX,VU,40,_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-ux-design/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-create-ux-design,false,ux-designer,Validate Mode,"Validates UX design deliverables",planning_artifacts,"ux validation report",
+,anytime,Create Dataflow,CDF,50,_bmad/bmm/workflows/excalidraw-diagrams/create-dataflow/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-create-excalidraw-dataflow,false,ux-designer,Create Mode,"Create data flow diagrams (DFD) in Excalidraw format - can be called standalone or during any workflow to add visual documentation",planning_artifacts,"dataflow diagram",
+,anytime,Create Diagram,CED,51,_bmad/bmm/workflows/excalidraw-diagrams/create-diagram/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-create-excalidraw-diagram,false,ux-designer,Create Mode,"Create system architecture diagrams ERDs UML diagrams or general technical diagrams in Excalidraw format - use anytime or call from architecture workflow to add visual documentation",planning_artifacts,"diagram",
+,anytime,Create Flowchart,CFC,52,_bmad/bmm/workflows/excalidraw-diagrams/create-flowchart/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-create-excalidraw-flowchart,false,ux-designer,Create Mode,"Create a flowchart visualization in Excalidraw format for processes pipelines or logic flows - use anytime or during architecture to add process documentation",planning_artifacts,"flowchart",
+,anytime,Create Wireframe,CEW,53,_bmad/bmm/workflows/excalidraw-diagrams/create-wireframe/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-create-excalidraw-wireframe,false,ux-designer,Create Mode,"Create website or app wireframes in Excalidraw format - use anytime standalone or call from UX workflow to add UI mockups",planning_artifacts,"wireframe",
+bmm,3-solutioning,Create Architecture,CA,10,_bmad/bmm/workflows/3-solutioning/create-architecture/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-create-architecture,true,architect,Create Mode,"Guided Workflow to document technical decisions",planning_artifacts,architecture,
+bmm,3-solutioning,Validate Architecture,VA,20,_bmad/bmm/workflows/3-solutioning/create-architecture/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-create-architecture,false,architect,Validate Mode,"Validates architecture completeness",planning_artifacts,"architecture validation report",
+bmm,3-solutioning,Create Epics and Stories,CE,30,_bmad/bmm/workflows/3-solutioning/create-epics-and-stories/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-create-epics-and-stories,true,pm,Create Mode,"Create the Epics and Stories Listing",planning_artifacts,"epics and stories",
+bmm,3-solutioning,Validate Epics and Stories,VE,40,_bmad/bmm/workflows/3-solutioning/create-epics-and-stories/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-create-epics-and-stories,false,pm,Validate Mode,"Validates epics and stories completeness",planning_artifacts,"epics validation report",
+bmm,3-solutioning,Check Implementation Readiness,IR,70,_bmad/bmm/workflows/3-solutioning/check-implementation-readiness/workflow.md,bmad-bmm-check-implementation-readiness,true,architect,Validate Mode,"Ensure PRD UX Architecture and Epics Stories are aligned",planning_artifacts,"readiness report",
+bmm,4-implementation,Sprint Planning,SP,10,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/sprint-planning/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-sprint-planning,true,sm,Create Mode,"Generate sprint plan for development tasks - this kicks off the implementation phase by producing a plan the implementation agents will follow in sequence for every story in the plan.",implementation_artifacts,"sprint status",
+bmm,4-implementation,Sprint Status,SS,20,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/sprint-status/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-sprint-status,false,sm,Create Mode,"Anytime: Summarize sprint status and route to next workflow",,,
+bmm,4-implementation,Create Story,CS,30,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/create-story/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-create-story,true,sm,Create Mode,"Story cycle start: Prepare first found story in the sprint plan that is next, or if the command is run with a specific epic and story designation with context. Once complete, then VS then DS then CR then back to DS if needed or next CS or ER",implementation_artifacts,story,
+bmm,4-implementation,Validate Story,VS,35,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/create-story/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-create-story,false,sm,Validate Mode,"Validates story readiness and completeness before development work begins",implementation_artifacts,"story validation report",
+bmm,4-implementation,Dev Story,DS,40,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/dev-story/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-dev-story,true,dev,Create Mode,"Story cycle: Execute story implementation tasks and tests then CR then back to DS if fixes needed",,,
+bmm,4-implementation,Code Review,CR,50,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/code-review/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-code-review,false,dev,Create Mode,"Story cycle: If issues back to DS if approved then next CS or ER if epic complete",,,
+bmm,4-implementation,Retrospective,ER,60,_bmad/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/retrospective/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-retrospective,false,sm,Create Mode,"Optional at epic end: Review completed work lessons learned and next epic or if major issues consider CC",implementation_artifacts,retrospective,
+bmm,4-implementation,Automate,QA,45,_bmad/bmm/workflows/qa/automate/workflow.yaml,bmad-bmm-automate,false,quinn,Create Mode,"Generate automated API and E2E tests for implemented code using the project's existing test framework (detects Playwright, Jest, Vitest, etc). Use after implementation to add test coverage. NOT for code review or story validation - use CR for that.",implementation_artifacts,"test suite",

package/src/bmm/teams/default-party.csv

@@ -5,7 +5,6 @@ name,displayName,title,icon,role,identity,communicationStyle,principles,module,p
 "pm","John","Product Manager","📋","Investigative Product Strategist + Market-Savvy PM","Product management veteran with 8+ years launching B2B and consumer products. Expert in market research, competitive analysis, and user behavior insights.","Asks 'WHY?' relentlessly like a detective on a case. Direct and data-sharp, cuts through fluff to what actually matters.","Uncover the deeper WHY behind every requirement. Ruthless prioritization to achieve MVP goals. Proactively identify risks. Align efforts with measurable business impact.","bmm","bmad/bmm/agents/pm.md"
 "quick-flow-solo-dev","Barry","Quick Flow Solo Dev","🚀","Elite Full-Stack Developer + Quick Flow Specialist","Barry is an elite developer who thrives on autonomous execution. He lives and breathes the BMAD Quick Flow workflow, taking projects from concept to deployment with ruthless efficiency. No handoffs, no delays - just pure, focused development. He architects specs, writes the code, and ships features faster than entire teams.","Direct, confident, and implementation-focused. Uses tech slang and gets straight to the point. No fluff, just results. Every response moves the project forward.","Planning and execution are two sides of the same coin. Quick Flow is my religion. Specs are for building, not bureaucracy. Code that ships is better than perfect code that doesn't. Documentation happens alongside development, not after. Ship early, ship often.","bmm","bmad/bmm/agents/quick-flow-solo-dev.md"
 "sm","Bob","Scrum Master","🏃","Technical Scrum Master + Story Preparation Specialist","Certified Scrum Master with deep technical background. Expert in agile ceremonies, story preparation, and creating clear actionable user stories.","Crisp and checklist-driven. Every word has a purpose, every requirement crystal clear. Zero tolerance for ambiguity.","Strict boundaries between story prep and implementation. Stories are single source of truth. Perfect alignment between PRD and dev execution. Enable efficient sprints.","bmm","bmad/bmm/agents/sm.md"
-"tea","Murat","Master Test Architect","🧪","Master Test Architect","Test architect specializing in CI/CD, automated frameworks, and scalable quality gates.","Blends data with gut instinct. 'Strong opinions, weakly held' is their mantra. Speaks in risk calculations and impact assessments.","Risk-based testing. Depth scales with impact. Quality gates backed by data. Tests mirror usage. Flakiness is critical debt. Tests first AI implements suite validates.","bmm","bmad/bmm/agents/tea.md"
 "tech-writer","Paige","Technical Writer","📚","Technical Documentation Specialist + Knowledge Curator","Experienced technical writer expert in CommonMark, DITA, OpenAPI. Master of clarity - transforms complex concepts into accessible structured documentation.","Patient educator who explains like teaching a friend. Uses analogies that make complex simple, celebrates clarity when it shines.","Documentation is teaching. Every doc helps someone accomplish a task. Clarity above all. Docs are living artifacts that evolve with code.","bmm","bmad/bmm/agents/tech-writer.md"
 "ux-designer","Sally","UX Designer","🎨","User Experience Designer + UI Specialist","Senior UX Designer with 7+ years creating intuitive experiences across web and mobile. Expert in user research, interaction design, AI-assisted tools.","Paints pictures with words, telling user stories that make you FEEL the problem. Empathetic advocate with creative storytelling flair.","Every decision serves genuine user needs. Start simple evolve through feedback. Balance empathy with edge case attention. AI tools accelerate human-centered design.","bmm","bmad/bmm/agents/ux-designer.md"
 "brainstorming-coach","Carson","Elite Brainstorming Specialist","🧠","Master Brainstorming Facilitator + Innovation Catalyst","Elite facilitator with 20+ years leading breakthrough sessions. Expert in creative techniques, group dynamics, and systematic innovation.","Talks like an enthusiastic improv coach - high energy, builds on ideas with YES AND, celebrates wild thinking","Psychological safety unlocks breakthroughs. Wild ideas today become innovations tomorrow. Humor and play are serious innovation tools.","cis","bmad/cis/agents/brainstorming-coach.md"

package/src/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/steps-e/step-e-01-discovery.md

@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@ description: 'Discovery & Understanding - Understand what user wants to edit and
 
 # File references (ONLY variables used in this step)
 altStepFile: './step-e-01b-legacy-conversion.md'
-prdPurpose: '{project-root}/src/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/data/prd-purpose.md'
+prdPurpose: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/data/prd-purpose.md'
 advancedElicitationTask: '{project-root}/_bmad/core/workflows/advanced-elicitation/workflow.xml'
 partyModeWorkflow: '{project-root}/_bmad/core/workflows/party-mode/workflow.md'
 ---

package/src/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/steps-e/step-e-01b-legacy-conversion.md

@@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ description: 'Legacy PRD Conversion Assessment - Analyze legacy PRD and propose
 # File references (ONLY variables used in this step)
 nextStepFile: './step-e-02-review.md'
 prdFile: '{prd_file_path}'
-prdPurpose: '{project-root}/src/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/data/prd-purpose.md'
+prdPurpose: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/data/prd-purpose.md'
 ---
 
 # Step E-1B: Legacy PRD Conversion Assessment

package/src/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/steps-e/step-e-02-review.md

@@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ description: 'Deep Review & Analysis - Thoroughly review existing PRD and prepar
 nextStepFile: './step-e-03-edit.md'
 prdFile: '{prd_file_path}'
 validationReport: '{validation_report_path}'  # If provided
-prdPurpose: '{project-root}/src/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/data/prd-purpose.md'
+prdPurpose: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/data/prd-purpose.md'
 advancedElicitationTask: '{project-root}/_bmad/core/workflows/advanced-elicitation/workflow.xml'
 ---
 

package/src/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/steps-e/step-e-03-edit.md

@@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ description: 'Edit & Update - Apply changes to PRD following approved change pla
 # File references (ONLY variables used in this step)
 nextStepFile: './step-e-04-complete.md'
 prdFile: '{prd_file_path}'
-prdPurpose: '{project-root}/src/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/data/prd-purpose.md'
+prdPurpose: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/create-prd/data/prd-purpose.md'
 ---
 
 # Step E-3: Edit & Update

package/src/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/create-story/instructions.xml

@@ -336,7 +336,7 @@
       1. Review the comprehensive story in {{story_file}}
       2. Run dev agents `dev-story` for optimized implementation
       3. Run `code-review` when complete (auto-marks done)
-      4. Optional: Run TEA `*automate` after `dev-story` to generate guardrail tests
+      4. Optional: If Test Architect module installed, run `/bmad:tea:automate` after `dev-story` to generate guardrail tests
 
       **The developer now has everything needed for flawless implementation!**
     </output>

package/src/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/dev-story/instructions.xml

@@ -397,7 +397,7 @@
       - Verify all acceptance criteria are met
       - Ensure deployment readiness if applicable
       - Run `code-review` workflow for peer review
-      - Optional: Run TEA `*automate` to expand guardrail tests
+      - Optional: If Test Architect module installed, run `/bmad:tea:automate` to expand guardrail tests
     </action>
 
     <output>💡 **Tip:** For best results, run `code-review` using a **different** LLM than the one that implemented this story.</output>

package/src/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/sprint-planning/sprint-status-template.yaml

@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@
 
 generated: 05-06-2-2025 21:30
 project: My Awesome Project
-project_key: jira-1234
+project_key: NOKEY
 tracking_system: file-system
 story_location: "{story_location}"
 

package/src/bmm/workflows/4-implementation/sprint-planning/workflow.yaml

@@ -26,6 +26,7 @@ variables:
 
   # Tracking system configuration
   tracking_system: "file-system" # Options: file-system, Future will support other options from config of mcp such as jira, linear, trello
+  project_key: "NOKEY" # Placeholder for tracker integrations; file-system uses a no-op key
   story_location: "{config_source}:implementation_artifacts" # Relative path for file-system, Future will support URL for Jira/Linear/Trello
   story_location_absolute: "{config_source}:implementation_artifacts" # Absolute path for file operations
 

package/src/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/quick-spec/steps/step-01-understand.md

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 name: 'step-01-understand'
 description: 'Analyze the requirement delta between current state and what user wants to build'
 
-workflow_path: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/create-tech-spec'
+workflow_path: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/quick-spec'
 nextStepFile: './step-02-investigate.md'
 skipToStepFile: './step-03-generate.md'
 templateFile: '{workflow_path}/tech-spec-template.md'

package/src/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/quick-spec/steps/step-02-investigate.md

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 name: 'step-02-investigate'
 description: 'Map technical constraints and anchor points within the codebase'
 
-workflow_path: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/create-tech-spec'
+workflow_path: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/quick-spec'
 nextStepFile: './step-03-generate.md'
 wipFile: '{implementation_artifacts}/tech-spec-wip.md'
 ---

package/src/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/quick-spec/steps/step-03-generate.md

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 name: 'step-03-generate'
 description: 'Build the implementation plan based on the technical mapping of constraints'
 
-workflow_path: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/create-tech-spec'
+workflow_path: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/quick-spec'
 nextStepFile: './step-04-review.md'
 wipFile: '{implementation_artifacts}/tech-spec-wip.md'
 ---

package/src/bmm/workflows/bmad-quick-flow/quick-spec/steps/step-04-review.md

@@ -139,7 +139,7 @@ b) **HALT and wait for user selection.**
 #### Menu Handling Logic:
 
 - IF A: Read fully and follow: `{advanced_elicitation}` with current spec content, process enhanced insights, ask user "Accept improvements? (y/n)", if yes update spec then redisplay menu, if no keep original then redisplay menu
-- IF B: Load and execute `{quick_dev_workflow}` with the final spec file (warn: fresh context is better)
+- IF B: Read the entire workflow file at `{quick_dev_workflow}` and follow the instructions with the final spec file (warn: fresh context is better)
 - IF D: Exit workflow - display final confirmation and path to spec
 - IF P: Read fully and follow: `{party_mode_exec}` with current spec content, process collaborative insights, ask user "Accept changes? (y/n)", if yes update spec then redisplay menu, if no keep original then redisplay menu
 - IF R: Execute Adversarial Review (see below)

package/src/bmm/workflows/qa/automate/checklist.md

@@ -0,0 +1,33 @@
+# Quinn Automate - Validation Checklist
+
+## Test Generation
+
+- [ ] API tests generated (if applicable)
+- [ ] E2E tests generated (if UI exists)
+- [ ] Tests use standard test framework APIs
+- [ ] Tests cover happy path
+- [ ] Tests cover 1-2 critical error cases
+
+## Test Quality
+
+- [ ] All generated tests run successfully
+- [ ] Tests use proper locators (semantic, accessible)
+- [ ] Tests have clear descriptions
+- [ ] No hardcoded waits or sleeps
+- [ ] Tests are independent (no order dependency)
+
+## Output
+
+- [ ] Test summary created
+- [ ] Tests saved to appropriate directories
+- [ ] Summary includes coverage metrics
+
+## Validation
+
+Run the tests using your project's test command.
+
+**Expected**: All tests pass ✅
+
+---
+
+**Need more comprehensive testing?** Install [Test Architect (TEA)](https://bmad-code-org.github.io/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise/) for advanced workflows.

package/src/bmm/workflows/qa/automate/instructions.md

@@ -0,0 +1,110 @@
+# Quinn QA - Automate
+
+**Goal**: Generate automated API and E2E tests for implemented code.
+
+**Scope**: This workflow generates tests ONLY. It does **not** perform code review or story validation (use Code Review `CR` for that).
+
+## Instructions
+
+### Step 0: Detect Test Framework
+
+Check project for existing test framework:
+
+- Look for `package.json` dependencies (playwright, jest, vitest, cypress, etc.)
+- Check for existing test files to understand patterns
+- Use whatever test framework the project already has
+- If no framework exists:
+  - Analyze source code to determine project type (React, Vue, Node API, etc.)
+  - Search online for current recommended test framework for that stack
+  - Suggest the meta framework and use it (or ask user to confirm)
+
+### Step 1: Identify Features
+
+Ask user what to test:
+
+- Specific feature/component name
+- Directory to scan (e.g., `src/components/`)
+- Or auto-discover features in the codebase
+
+### Step 2: Generate API Tests (if applicable)
+
+For API endpoints/services, generate tests that:
+
+- Test status codes (200, 400, 404, 500)
+- Validate response structure
+- Cover happy path + 1-2 error cases
+- Use project's existing test framework patterns
+
+### Step 3: Generate E2E Tests (if UI exists)
+
+For UI features, generate tests that:
+
+- Test user workflows end-to-end
+- Use semantic locators (roles, labels, text)
+- Focus on user interactions (clicks, form fills, navigation)
+- Assert visible outcomes
+- Keep tests linear and simple
+- Follow project's existing test patterns
+
+### Step 4: Run Tests
+
+Execute tests to verify they pass (use project's test command).
+
+If failures occur, fix them immediately.
+
+### Step 5: Create Summary
+
+Output markdown summary:
+
+```markdown
+# Test Automation Summary
+
+## Generated Tests
+
+### API Tests
+- [x] tests/api/endpoint.spec.ts - Endpoint validation
+
+### E2E Tests
+- [x] tests/e2e/feature.spec.ts - User workflow
+
+## Coverage
+- API endpoints: 5/10 covered
+- UI features: 3/8 covered
+
+## Next Steps
+- Run tests in CI
+- Add more edge cases as needed
+```
+
+## Keep It Simple
+
+**Do:**
+
+- Use standard test framework APIs
+- Focus on happy path + critical errors
+- Write readable, maintainable tests
+- Run tests to verify they pass
+
+**Avoid:**
+
+- Complex fixture composition
+- Over-engineering
+- Unnecessary abstractions
+
+**For Advanced Features:**
+
+If the project needs:
+
+- Risk-based test strategy
+- Test design planning
+- Quality gates and NFR assessment
+- Comprehensive coverage analysis
+- Advanced testing patterns and utilities
+
+→ **Install Test Architect (TEA) module**: <https://bmad-code-org.github.io/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise/>
+
+## Output
+
+Save summary to: `{implementation_artifacts}/tests/test-summary.md`
+
+**Done!** Tests generated and verified.