bmad-method 6.0.0-alpha.0 → 6.0.0-alpha.10

package/src/modules/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/brainstorm-project/workflow.yaml

@@ -3,19 +3,37 @@ name: "brainstorm-project"
 description: "Facilitate project brainstorming sessions by orchestrating the CIS brainstorming workflow with project-specific context and guidance."
 author: "BMad"
 
-# Critical variables load from config_source
-config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmm/config.yaml"
+# Critical variables from config
+config_source: "{project-root}/{bmad_folder}/bmm/config.yaml"
 output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"
 user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
+communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
+document_output_language: "{config_source}:document_output_language"
+user_skill_level: "{config_source}:user_skill_level"
 date: system-generated
 
 # Module path and component files
-installed_path: "{project-root}/bmad/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/brainstorm-project"
+installed_path: "{project-root}/{bmad_folder}/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/brainstorm-project"
 template: false
 instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions.md"
 
 # Context document for project brainstorming
 project_context: "{installed_path}/project-context.md"
 
-# CIS brainstorming workflow to invoke
-cis_brainstorming: "{project-root}/bmad/cis/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml"
+# CORE brainstorming workflow to invoke
+core_brainstorming: "{project-root}/{bmad_folder}/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml"
+
+standalone: true
+
+web_bundle:
+  name: "brainstorm-project"
+  description: "Facilitate project brainstorming sessions by orchestrating the CIS brainstorming workflow with project-specific context and guidance."
+  author: "BMad"
+  instructions: "{bmad_folder}/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/brainstorm-project/instructions.md"
+  template: false
+  web_bundle_files:
+    - "{bmad_folder}/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/brainstorm-project/instructions.md"
+    - "{bmad_folder}/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/brainstorm-project/project-context.md"
+    - "{bmad_folder}/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml"
+  existing_workflows:
+    - core_brainstorming: "{bmad_folder}/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml"

package/src/modules/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/domain-research/instructions.md

@@ -0,0 +1,425 @@
+# Domain Research - Collaborative Domain Exploration
+
+<critical>The workflow execution engine is governed by: {project-root}/{bmad_folder}/core/tasks/workflow.xml</critical>
+<critical>You MUST have already loaded and processed: {installed_path}/workflow.yaml</critical>
+<critical>This is COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH - engage the user as a partner, not just a data source</critical>
+<critical>The goal is PRACTICAL UNDERSTANDING that directly informs requirements and architecture</critical>
+<critical>Communicate all responses in {communication_language} and adapt deeply to {user_skill_level}</critical>
+<critical>Generate all documents in {document_output_language}</critical>
+<critical>LIVING DOCUMENT: Write to domain-brief.md continuously as you discover - never wait until the end</critical>
+<critical>⚠️ ABSOLUTELY NO TIME ESTIMATES - NEVER mention hours, days, weeks, months, or ANY time-based predictions. AI has fundamentally changed development speed - what once took teams weeks/months can now be done by one person in hours. DO NOT give ANY time estimates whatsoever.</critical>
+<critical>⚠️ CHECKPOINT PROTOCOL: After EVERY <template-output> tag, you MUST follow workflow.xml substep 2c: SAVE content to file immediately → SHOW checkpoint separator (━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━) → DISPLAY generated content → PRESENT options [a]Advanced Elicitation/[c]Continue/[p]Party-Mode/[y]YOLO → WAIT for user response. Never batch saves or skip checkpoints.</critical>
+
+<workflow>
+
+<step n="0" goal="Set research context">
+<action>Welcome {user_name} to collaborative domain research
+
+Check for context:
+
+- Was this triggered from PRD workflow?
+- Is there a workflow-status.yaml with project context?
+- Did user provide initial domain/project description?
+
+If context exists, reflect it back:
+"I understand you're building [description]. Let's explore the [domain] aspects together to ensure we capture all critical requirements."
+
+If no context:
+"Let's explore your project's domain together. Tell me about what you're building and what makes it unique or complex."</action>
+</step>
+
+<step n="1" goal="Domain detection and scoping">
+<action>Through conversation, identify the domain and its complexity
+
+Listen for domain signals and explore:
+
+- "Is this in a regulated industry?"
+- "Are there safety or compliance concerns?"
+- "What could go wrong if this fails?"
+- "Who are the stakeholders beyond direct users?"
+- "Are there industry standards we need to follow?"
+
+Based on responses, identify primary domain(s):
+
+- Healthcare/Medical
+- Financial Services
+- Government/Public Sector
+- Education
+- Aerospace/Defense
+- Automotive
+- Energy/Utilities
+- Legal
+- Insurance
+- Scientific/Research
+- Other specialized domain
+
+Share your understanding:
+"Based on our discussion, this appears to be a [domain] project with [key characteristics]. The main areas we should research are:
+
+- [Area 1]
+- [Area 2]
+- [Area 3]
+
+What concerns you most about building in this space?"</action>
+
+<template-output>domain_overview</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="2" goal="Collaborative concern mapping">
+<action>Work WITH the user to identify critical concerns
+
+"Let's map out the important considerations together. I'll share what I typically see in [domain], and you tell me what applies to your case."
+
+For detected domain, explore relevant areas:
+
+HEALTHCARE:
+"In healthcare software, teams often worry about:
+
+- FDA approval pathways (510k, De Novo, PMA)
+- HIPAA compliance for patient data
+- Clinical validation requirements
+- Integration with hospital systems (HL7, FHIR, DICOM)
+- Patient safety and liability
+
+Which of these apply to you? What else concerns you?"
+
+FINTECH:
+"Financial software typically deals with:
+
+- KYC/AML requirements
+- Payment processing regulations (PCI DSS)
+- Regional compliance (US, EU, specific countries?)
+- Fraud prevention
+- Audit trails and reporting
+
+What's your situation with these? Any specific regions?"
+
+AEROSPACE:
+"Aerospace software often requires:
+
+- DO-178C certification levels
+- Safety analysis (FMEA, FTA)
+- Simulation validation
+- Real-time performance guarantees
+- Export control (ITAR)
+
+Which are relevant for your project?"
+
+[Continue for other domains...]
+
+Document concerns as the user shares them
+Ask follow-up questions to understand depth:
+
+- "How critical is this requirement?"
+- "Is this a must-have for launch or can it come later?"
+- "Do you have expertise here or need guidance?"</action>
+
+<template-output>concern_mapping</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="3" goal="Research key requirements together">
+<action>Conduct research WITH the user watching and contributing
+
+"Let me research the current requirements for [specific concern]. You can guide me toward what's most relevant."
+
+<WebSearch>{specific_requirement} requirements {date}</WebSearch>
+
+Share findings immediately:
+"Here's what I found about [requirement]:
+
+- [Key point 1]
+- [Key point 2]
+- [Key point 3]
+
+Does this match your understanding? Anything surprising or concerning?"
+
+For each major concern:
+
+1. Research current standards/regulations
+2. Share findings with user
+3. Get their interpretation
+4. Note practical implications
+
+If user has expertise:
+"You seem knowledgeable about [area]. What should I know that might not be in public documentation?"
+
+If user is learning:
+"This might be new territory. Let me explain what this means practically for your development..."</action>
+
+<template-output>regulatory_requirements</template-output>
+<template-output>industry_standards</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="4" goal="Identify practical implications">
+<action>Translate research into practical development impacts
+
+"Based on what we've learned, here's what this means for your project:
+
+ARCHITECTURE IMPLICATIONS:
+
+- [How this affects system design]
+- [Required components or patterns]
+- [Performance or security needs]
+
+DEVELOPMENT IMPLICATIONS:
+
+- [Additional development effort]
+- [Special expertise needed]
+- [Testing requirements]
+
+TIMELINE IMPLICATIONS:
+
+- [Certification/approval timelines]
+- [Validation requirements]
+- [Documentation needs]
+
+COST IMPLICATIONS:
+
+- [Compliance costs]
+- [Required tools or services]
+- [Ongoing maintenance]
+
+Does this align with your expectations? Any surprises we should dig into?"</action>
+
+<template-output>practical_implications</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="5" goal="Discover domain-specific patterns">
+<action>Explore how others solve similar problems
+
+"Let's look at how successful [domain] products handle these challenges."
+
+<WebSearch>best {domain} software architecture patterns {date}</WebSearch>
+<WebSearch>{domain} software case studies {date}</WebSearch>
+
+Discuss patterns:
+"I found these common approaches in [domain]:
+
+Pattern 1: [Description]
+
+- Pros: [Benefits]
+- Cons: [Tradeoffs]
+- When to use: [Conditions]
+
+Pattern 2: [Description]
+
+- Pros: [Benefits]
+- Cons: [Tradeoffs]
+- When to use: [Conditions]
+
+Which resonates with your vision? Or are you thinking something different?"
+
+If user proposes novel approach:
+"That's interesting and different from the standard patterns. Let's explore:
+
+- What makes your approach unique?
+- What problem does it solve that existing patterns don't?
+- What are the risks?
+- How do we validate it?"</action>
+
+<template-output>domain_patterns</template-output>
+<template-output if="novel approach">innovation_notes</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="6" goal="Risk assessment and mitigation">
+<action>Collaboratively identify and address risks
+
+"Every [domain] project has risks. Let's think through yours:
+
+REGULATORY RISKS:
+
+- What if regulations change during development?
+- What if approval/certification takes longer?
+- What if we misinterpret requirements?
+
+TECHNICAL RISKS:
+
+- What if the domain requirements conflict with user experience?
+- What if performance requirements are harder than expected?
+- What if integrations are more complex?
+
+MARKET RISKS:
+
+- What if competitors move faster?
+- What if domain experts are hard to find?
+- What if users resist domain-mandated workflows?
+
+For each risk you're concerned about, let's identify:
+
+1. How likely is it?
+2. What's the impact if it happens?
+3. How can we mitigate it?
+4. What's our plan B?"</action>
+
+<template-output>risk_assessment</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="7" goal="Create validation strategy">
+<action>Plan how to ensure domain requirements are met
+
+"Let's plan how to validate that we're meeting [domain] requirements:
+
+COMPLIANCE VALIDATION:
+
+- How do we verify regulatory compliance?
+- Who needs to review/approve?
+- What documentation is required?
+
+TECHNICAL VALIDATION:
+
+- How do we prove the system works correctly?
+- What metrics matter?
+- What testing is required?
+
+DOMAIN EXPERT VALIDATION:
+
+- Who are the domain experts to involve?
+- When should they review?
+- What are their success criteria?
+
+USER VALIDATION:
+
+- How do we ensure it's still usable despite constraints?
+- What user testing is needed?
+- How do we balance domain requirements with UX?
+
+What validation is most critical for your confidence?"</action>
+
+<template-output>validation_strategy</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="8" goal="Document decision points">
+<action>Capture key decisions and rationale
+
+"Let's document the important decisions we've made:
+
+DOMAIN APPROACH:
+
+- We're choosing [approach] because [rationale]
+- We're prioritizing [requirement] over [requirement] because [reason]
+- We're deferring [requirement] to Phase 2 because [justification]
+
+COMPLIANCE STRATEGY:
+
+- We'll pursue [pathway] for regulatory approval
+- We'll implement [standard] for industry compliance
+- We'll handle [requirement] by [approach]
+
+RISK DECISIONS:
+
+- We accept [risk] because [reason]
+- We'll mitigate [risk] through [approach]
+- We'll monitor [risk] by [method]
+
+Any decisions you want to revisit or rationale to add?"</action>
+
+<template-output>key_decisions</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="9" goal="Create actionable recommendations">
+<action>Synthesize research into specific recommendations
+
+"Based on our research, here are my recommendations for your PRD and development:
+
+MUST HAVE (Domain Critical):
+
+1. [Specific requirement with why it's critical]
+2. [Specific requirement with why it's critical]
+3. [Specific requirement with why it's critical]
+
+SHOULD HAVE (Domain Important):
+
+1. [Requirement that's important but not blocking]
+2. [Requirement that's important but not blocking]
+
+CONSIDER (Domain Nice-to-Have):
+
+1. [Enhancement that would differentiate]
+2. [Enhancement that would differentiate]
+
+DEVELOPMENT SEQUENCE:
+
+1. First: [What to build first and why]
+2. Then: [What comes next and why]
+3. Later: [What can wait and why]
+
+EXPERTISE NEEDED:
+
+- [Domain expert role]: For [specific areas]
+- [Technical expert role]: For [specific requirements]
+
+TIMELINE CONSIDERATIONS:
+
+- Allow [time] for [process/approval]
+- Start [requirement] early because [reason]
+- [Requirement] can be parallel with development
+
+Do these recommendations feel right? What would you adjust?"</action>
+
+<template-output>recommendations</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="10" goal="Package for PRD integration">
+<action>Create clear handoff to PRD workflow
+
+"I've captured everything in domain-brief.md. Here's the summary for your PRD:
+
+DOMAIN: {identified_domain}
+COMPLEXITY: {high|medium}
+
+KEY REQUIREMENTS TO INCORPORATE:
+
+- [Requirement 1 - critical for domain]
+- [Requirement 2 - critical for domain]
+- [Requirement 3 - important consideration]
+
+IMPACTS ON:
+
+- Functional Requirements: [How domain affects features]
+- Non-Functional Requirements: [Performance, security, etc.]
+- Architecture: [System design considerations]
+- Development: [Process and timeline impacts]
+
+REFERENCE DOCS:
+
+- Full domain analysis: domain-brief.md
+- Regulations researched: [List with links]
+- Standards referenced: [List with links]
+
+When you return to PRD, reference this brief for domain context.
+
+Any final questions before we wrap up the domain research?"</action>
+
+<template-output>summary_for_prd</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="11" goal="Close with next steps">
+<output>**✅ Domain Research Complete, {user_name}!**
+
+We've explored the {domain} aspects of your project together and documented critical requirements.
+
+**Created:**
+
+- **domain-brief.md** - Complete domain analysis with requirements and recommendations
+
+**Key Findings:**
+
+- Primary domain: {domain}
+- Complexity level: {complexity}
+- Critical requirements: {count} identified
+- Risks identified: {count} with mitigation strategies
+
+**Next Steps:**
+
+1. Return to PRD workflow with this domain context
+2. Domain requirements will shape your functional requirements
+3. Reference domain-brief.md for detailed requirements
+
+**Remember:**
+{most_important_finding}
+
+The domain research will ensure your PRD captures not just what to build, but HOW to build it correctly for {domain}.
+</output>
+</step>
+
+</workflow>

package/src/modules/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/domain-research/template.md

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+# Domain Brief - {project_name}
+
+Generated: {date}
+Domain: {primary_domain}
+Complexity: {complexity_level}
+
+## Executive Summary
+
+{brief_overview_of_domain_research_findings}
+
+## Domain Overview
+
+### Industry Context
+
+{domain_overview}
+
+### Regulatory Landscape
+
+{regulatory_environment}
+
+### Key Stakeholders
+
+{stakeholder_analysis}
+
+## Critical Concerns
+
+### Compliance Requirements
+
+{concern_mapping}
+
+### Technical Constraints
+
+{technical_limitations_from_domain}
+
+### Safety/Risk Considerations
+
+{safety_risk_factors}
+
+## Regulatory Requirements
+
+{regulatory_requirements}
+
+## Industry Standards
+
+{industry_standards}
+
+## Practical Implications
+
+### Architecture Impact
+
+{architecture_implications}
+
+### Development Impact
+
+{development_implications}
+
+### Timeline Impact
+
+{timeline_implications}
+
+### Cost Impact
+
+{cost_implications}
+
+## Domain Patterns
+
+### Established Patterns
+
+{domain_patterns}
+
+### Innovation Opportunities
+
+{innovation_notes}
+
+## Risk Assessment
+
+### Identified Risks
+
+{risk_assessment}
+
+### Mitigation Strategies
+
+{mitigation_approaches}
+
+## Validation Strategy
+
+### Compliance Validation
+
+{compliance_validation_approach}
+
+### Technical Validation
+
+{technical_validation_approach}
+
+### Domain Expert Validation
+
+{expert_validation_approach}
+
+## Key Decisions
+
+{key_decisions}
+
+## Recommendations
+
+### Must Have (Critical)
+
+{critical_requirements}
+
+### Should Have (Important)
+
+{important_requirements}
+
+### Consider (Nice-to-Have)
+
+{optional_enhancements}
+
+### Development Sequence
+
+{recommended_sequence}
+
+### Required Expertise
+
+{expertise_needed}
+
+## PRD Integration Guide
+
+### Summary for PRD
+
+{summary_for_prd}
+
+### Requirements to Incorporate
+
+- {requirement_1}
+- {requirement_2}
+- {requirement_3}
+
+### Architecture Considerations
+
+- {architecture_consideration_1}
+- {architecture_consideration_2}
+
+### Development Considerations
+
+- {development_consideration_1}
+- {development_consideration_2}
+
+## References
+
+### Regulations Researched
+
+- {regulation_1_with_link}
+- {regulation_2_with_link}
+
+### Standards Referenced
+
+- {standard_1_with_link}
+- {standard_2_with_link}
+
+### Additional Resources
+
+- {resource_1}
+- {resource_2}
+
+## Appendix
+
+### Research Notes
+
+{detailed_research_notes}
+
+### Conversation Highlights
+
+{key_discussion_points_with_user}
+
+### Open Questions
+
+{questions_requiring_further_research}
+
+---
+
+_This domain brief was created through collaborative research between {user_name} and the AI facilitator. It should be referenced during PRD creation and updated as new domain insights emerge._

package/src/modules/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/domain-research/workflow.yaml

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+# Domain Research Workflow Configuration
+name: domain-research
+description: "Collaborative exploration of domain-specific requirements, regulations, and patterns for complex projects"
+author: "BMad"
+
+# Critical variables from config
+config_source: "{project-root}/{bmad_folder}/bmm/config.yaml"
+output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"
+user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
+communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
+document_output_language: "{config_source}:document_output_language"
+user_skill_level: "{config_source}:user_skill_level"
+date: system-generated
+
+# Module path and component files
+installed_path: "{project-root}/{bmad_folder}/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/domain-research"
+instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions.md"
+template: "{installed_path}/template.md"
+
+# Optional knowledge base (if exists)
+domain_knowledge_base: "{installed_path}/domain-knowledge-base.md"
+
+# Output configuration
+default_output_file: "{output_folder}/domain-brief.md"
+
+standalone: true
+
+# Web bundle configuration for standalone deployment
+web_bundle:
+  name: "domain-research"
+  description: "Collaborative exploration of domain-specific requirements, regulations, and patterns for complex projects"
+  author: "BMad"
+
+  # Core workflow files ({bmad_folder}/-relative paths)
+  instructions: "{bmad_folder}/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/domain-research/instructions.md"
+  template: "{bmad_folder}/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/domain-research/template.md"
+
+  # Default configuration values (can be overridden during bundle setup)
+  defaults:
+    user_name: "User"
+    communication_language: "English"
+    document_output_language: "English"
+    user_skill_level: "intermediate"
+    output_folder: "./output"
+
+  # Input/output configuration for web deployment
+  default_output_file: "{output_folder}/domain-brief.md"
+
+  # Complete file list - ALL files this workflow depends on
+  web_bundle_files:
+    # Core workflow files
+    - "{bmad_folder}/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/domain-research/instructions.md"
+    - "{bmad_folder}/bmm/workflows/1-analysis/domain-research/template.md"
+
+    # Task dependencies (referenced in instructions.md)
+    - "{bmad_folder}/core/tasks/workflow.xml"