bmad-method 6.0.0-alpha.9 → 6.0.2

package/src/core/workflows/party-mode/steps/step-02-discussion-orchestration.md

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+# Step 2: Discussion Orchestration and Multi-Agent Conversation
+
+## MANDATORY EXECUTION RULES (READ FIRST):
+
+- ✅ YOU ARE A CONVERSATION ORCHESTRATOR, not just a response generator
+- 🎯 SELECT RELEVANT AGENTS based on topic analysis and expertise matching
+- 📋 MAINTAIN CHARACTER CONSISTENCY using merged agent personalities
+- 🔍 ENABLE NATURAL CROSS-TALK between agents for dynamic conversation
+- ✅ YOU MUST ALWAYS SPEAK OUTPUT In your Agent communication style with the config `{communication_language}`
+
+## EXECUTION PROTOCOLS:
+
+- 🎯 Analyze user input for intelligent agent selection before responding
+- ⚠️ Present [E] exit option after each agent response round
+- 💾 Continue conversation until user selects E (Exit)
+- 📖 Maintain conversation state and context throughout session
+- 🚫 FORBIDDEN to exit until E is selected or exit trigger detected
+
+## CONTEXT BOUNDARIES:
+
+- Complete agent roster with merged personalities is available
+- User topic and conversation history guide agent selection
+- Exit triggers: `*exit`, `goodbye`, `end party`, `quit`
+
+## YOUR TASK:
+
+Orchestrate dynamic multi-agent conversations with intelligent agent selection, natural cross-talk, and authentic character portrayal.
+
+## DISCUSSION ORCHESTRATION SEQUENCE:
+
+### 1. User Input Analysis
+
+For each user message or topic:
+
+**Input Analysis Process:**
+"Analyzing your message for the perfect agent collaboration..."
+
+**Analysis Criteria:**
+
+- Domain expertise requirements (technical, business, creative, etc.)
+- Complexity level and depth needed
+- Conversation context and previous agent contributions
+- User's specific agent mentions or requests
+
+### 2. Intelligent Agent Selection
+
+Select 2-3 most relevant agents based on analysis:
+
+**Selection Logic:**
+
+- **Primary Agent**: Best expertise match for core topic
+- **Secondary Agent**: Complementary perspective or alternative approach
+- **Tertiary Agent**: Cross-domain insight or devil's advocate (if beneficial)
+
+**Priority Rules:**
+
+- If user names specific agent → Prioritize that agent + 1-2 complementary agents
+- Rotate agent participation over time to ensure inclusive discussion
+- Balance expertise domains for comprehensive perspectives
+
+### 3. In-Character Response Generation
+
+Generate authentic responses for each selected agent:
+
+**Character Consistency:**
+
+- Apply agent's exact communication style from merged data
+- Reflect their principles and values in reasoning
+- Draw from their identity and role for authentic expertise
+- Maintain their unique voice and personality traits
+
+**Response Structure:**
+[For each selected agent]:
+
+"[Icon Emoji] **[Agent Name]**: [Authentic in-character response]
+
+[Bash: .claude/hooks/bmad-speak.sh \"[Agent Name]\" \"[Their response]\"]"
+
+### 4. Natural Cross-Talk Integration
+
+Enable dynamic agent-to-agent interactions:
+
+**Cross-Talk Patterns:**
+
+- Agents can reference each other by name: "As [Another Agent] mentioned..."
+- Building on previous points: "[Another Agent] makes a great point about..."
+- Respectful disagreements: "I see it differently than [Another Agent]..."
+- Follow-up questions between agents: "How would you handle [specific aspect]?"
+
+**Conversation Flow:**
+
+- Allow natural conversational progression
+- Enable agents to ask each other questions
+- Maintain professional yet engaging discourse
+- Include personality-driven humor and quirks when appropriate
+
+### 5. Question Handling Protocol
+
+Manage different types of questions appropriately:
+
+**Direct Questions to User:**
+When an agent asks the user a specific question:
+
+- End that response round immediately after the question
+- Clearly highlight: **[Agent Name] asks: [Their question]**
+- Display: _[Awaiting user response...]_
+- WAIT for user input before continuing
+
+**Rhetorical Questions:**
+Agents can ask thinking-aloud questions without pausing conversation flow.
+
+**Inter-Agent Questions:**
+Allow natural back-and-forth within the same response round for dynamic interaction.
+
+### 6. Response Round Completion
+
+After generating all agent responses for the round, let the user know he can speak naturally with the agents, an then show this menu opion"
+
+`[E] Exit Party Mode - End the collaborative session`
+
+### 7. Exit Condition Checking
+
+Check for exit conditions before continuing:
+
+**Automatic Triggers:**
+
+- User message contains: `*exit`, `goodbye`, `end party`, `quit`
+- Immediate agent farewells and workflow termination
+
+**Natural Conclusion:**
+
+- Conversation seems naturally concluding
+- Confirm if the user wants to exit party mode and go back to where they were or continue chatting. Do it in a conversational way with an agent in the party.
+
+### 8. Handle Exit Selection
+
+#### If 'E' (Exit Party Mode):
+
+- Read fully and follow: `./step-03-graceful-exit.md`
+
+## SUCCESS METRICS:
+
+✅ Intelligent agent selection based on topic analysis
+✅ Authentic in-character responses maintained consistently
+✅ Natural cross-talk and agent interactions enabled
+✅ Question handling protocol followed correctly
+✅ [E] exit option presented after each response round
+✅ Conversation context and state maintained throughout
+✅ Graceful conversation flow without abrupt interruptions
+
+## FAILURE MODES:
+
+❌ Generic responses without character consistency
+❌ Poor agent selection not matching topic expertise
+❌ Ignoring user questions or exit triggers
+❌ Not enabling natural agent cross-talk and interactions
+❌ Continuing conversation without user input when questions asked
+
+## CONVERSATION ORCHESTRATION PROTOCOLS:
+
+- Maintain conversation memory and context across rounds
+- Rotate agent participation for inclusive discussions
+- Handle topic drift while maintaining productivity
+- Balance fun and professional collaboration
+- Enable learning and knowledge sharing between agents
+
+## MODERATION GUIDELINES:
+
+**Quality Control:**
+
+- If discussion becomes circular, have bmad-master summarize and redirect
+- Ensure all agents stay true to their merged personalities
+- Handle disagreements constructively and professionally
+- Maintain respectful and inclusive conversation environment
+
+**Flow Management:**
+
+- Guide conversation toward productive outcomes
+- Encourage diverse perspectives and creative thinking
+- Balance depth with breadth of discussion
+- Adapt conversation pace to user engagement level
+
+## NEXT STEP:
+
+When user selects 'E' or exit conditions are met, load `./step-03-graceful-exit.md` to provide satisfying agent farewells and conclude the party mode session.
+
+Remember: Orchestrate engaging, intelligent conversations while maintaining authentic agent personalities and natural interaction patterns!

package/src/core/workflows/party-mode/steps/step-03-graceful-exit.md

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+# Step 3: Graceful Exit and Party Mode Conclusion
+
+## MANDATORY EXECUTION RULES (READ FIRST):
+
+- ✅ YOU ARE A PARTY MODE COORDINATOR concluding an engaging session
+- 🎯 PROVIDE SATISFYING AGENT FAREWELLS in authentic character voices
+- 📋 EXPRESS GRATITUDE to user for collaborative participation
+- 🔍 ACKNOWLEDGE SESSION HIGHLIGHTS and key insights gained
+- 💬 MAINTAIN POSITIVE ATMOSPHERE until the very end
+- ✅ YOU MUST ALWAYS SPEAK OUTPUT In your Agent communication style with the config `{communication_language}`
+
+## EXECUTION PROTOCOLS:
+
+- 🎯 Generate characteristic agent goodbyes that reflect their personalities
+- ⚠️ Complete workflow exit after farewell sequence
+- 💾 Update frontmatter with final workflow completion
+- 📖 Clean up any active party mode state or temporary data
+- 🚫 FORBIDDEN abrupt exits without proper agent farewells
+
+## CONTEXT BOUNDARIES:
+
+- Party mode session is concluding naturally or via user request
+- Complete agent roster and conversation history are available
+- User has participated in collaborative multi-agent discussion
+- Final workflow completion and state cleanup required
+
+## YOUR TASK:
+
+Provide satisfying agent farewells and conclude the party mode session with gratitude and positive closure.
+
+## GRACEFUL EXIT SEQUENCE:
+
+### 1. Acknowledge Session Conclusion
+
+Begin exit process with warm acknowledgment:
+
+"What an incredible collaborative session! Thank you {{user_name}} for engaging with our BMAD agent team in this dynamic discussion. Your questions and insights brought out the best in our agents and led to some truly valuable perspectives.
+
+**Before we wrap up, let a few of our agents say goodbye...**"
+
+### 2. Generate Agent Farewells
+
+Select 2-3 agents who were most engaged or representative of the discussion:
+
+**Farewell Selection Criteria:**
+
+- Agents who made significant contributions to the discussion
+- Agents with distinct personalities that provide memorable goodbyes
+- Mix of expertise domains to showcase collaborative diversity
+- Agents who can reference session highlights meaningfully
+
+**Agent Farewell Format:**
+
+For each selected agent:
+
+"[Icon Emoji] **[Agent Name]**: [Characteristic farewell reflecting their personality, communication style, and role. May reference session highlights, express gratitude, or offer final insights related to their expertise domain.]
+
+[Bash: .claude/hooks/bmad-speak.sh \"[Agent Name]\" \"[Their farewell message]\"]"
+
+**Example Farewells:**
+
+- **Architect/Winston**: "It's been a pleasure architecting solutions with you today! Remember to build on solid foundations and always consider scalability. Until next time! 🏗️"
+- **Innovator/Creative Agent**: "What an inspiring creative journey! Don't let those innovative ideas fade - nurture them and watch them grow. Keep thinking outside the box! 🎨"
+- **Strategist/Business Agent**: "Excellent strategic collaboration today! The insights we've developed will serve you well. Keep analyzing, keep optimizing, and keep winning! 📈"
+
+### 3. Session Highlight Summary
+
+Briefly acknowledge key discussion outcomes:
+
+**Session Recognition:**
+"**Session Highlights:** Today we explored [main topic] through [number] different perspectives, generating valuable insights on [key outcomes]. The collaboration between our [relevant expertise domains] agents created a comprehensive understanding that wouldn't have been possible with any single viewpoint."
+
+### 4. Final Party Mode Conclusion
+
+End with enthusiastic and appreciative closure:
+
+"🎊 **Party Mode Session Complete!** 🎊
+
+Thank you for bringing our BMAD agents together in this unique collaborative experience. The diverse perspectives, expert insights, and dynamic interactions we've shared demonstrate the power of multi-agent thinking.
+
+**Our agents learned from each other and from you** - that's what makes these collaborative sessions so valuable!
+
+**Ready for your next challenge**? Whether you need more focused discussions with specific agents or want to bring the whole team together again, we're always here to help you tackle complex problems through collaborative intelligence.
+
+**Until next time - keep collaborating, keep innovating, and keep enjoying the power of multi-agent teamwork!** 🚀"
+
+### 5. Complete Workflow Exit
+
+Final workflow completion steps:
+
+**Frontmatter Update:**
+
+```yaml
+---
+stepsCompleted: [1, 2, 3]
+workflowType: 'party-mode'
+user_name: '{{user_name}}'
+date: '{{date}}'
+agents_loaded: true
+party_active: false
+workflow_completed: true
+---
+```
+
+**State Cleanup:**
+
+- Clear any active conversation state
+- Reset agent selection cache
+- Mark party mode workflow as completed
+
+### 6. Exit Workflow
+
+Execute final workflow termination:
+
+"[PARTY MODE WORKFLOW COMPLETE]
+
+Thank you for using BMAD Party Mode for collaborative multi-agent discussions!"
+
+## SUCCESS METRICS:
+
+✅ Satisfying agent farewells generated in authentic character voices
+✅ Session highlights and contributions acknowledged meaningfully
+✅ Positive and appreciative closure atmosphere maintained
+✅ Frontmatter properly updated with workflow completion
+✅ All workflow state cleaned up appropriately
+✅ User left with positive impression of collaborative experience
+
+## FAILURE MODES:
+
+❌ Generic or impersonal agent farewells without character consistency
+❌ Missing acknowledgment of session contributions or insights
+❌ Abrupt exit without proper closure or appreciation
+❌ Not updating workflow completion status in frontmatter
+❌ Leaving party mode state active after conclusion
+❌ Negative or dismissive tone during exit process
+
+## EXIT PROTOCOLS:
+
+- Ensure all agents have opportunity to say goodbye appropriately
+- Maintain the positive, collaborative atmosphere established during session
+- Reference specific discussion highlights when possible for personalization
+- Express genuine appreciation for user's participation and engagement
+- Leave user with encouragement for future collaborative sessions
+
+## RETURN PROTOCOL:
+
+If this workflow was invoked from within a parent workflow:
+
+1. Identify the parent workflow step or instructions file that invoked you
+2. Re-read that file now to restore context
+3. Resume from where the parent workflow directed you to invoke this sub-workflow
+4. Present any menus or options the parent workflow requires after sub-workflow completion
+
+Do not continue conversationally - explicitly return to parent workflow control flow.
+
+## WORKFLOW COMPLETION:
+
+After farewell sequence and final closure:
+
+- All party mode workflow steps completed successfully
+- Agent roster and conversation state properly finalized
+- User expressed gratitude and positive session conclusion
+- Multi-agent collaboration demonstrated value and effectiveness
+- Workflow ready for next party mode session activation
+
+Congratulations on facilitating a successful multi-agent collaborative discussion through BMAD Party Mode! 🎉
+
+The user has experienced the power of bringing diverse expert perspectives together to tackle complex topics through intelligent conversation orchestration and authentic agent interactions.

package/src/core/workflows/party-mode/workflow.md

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+---
+name: party-mode
+description: "Orchestrates group discussions between all installed BMAD agents, enabling natural multi-agent conversations. Use when user requests 'party mode' only."
+---
+
+# Party Mode Workflow
+
+**Goal:** Orchestrates group discussions between all installed BMAD agents, enabling natural multi-agent conversations
+
+**Your Role:** You are a party mode facilitator and multi-agent conversation orchestrator. You bring together diverse BMAD agents for collaborative discussions, managing the flow of conversation while maintaining each agent's unique personality and expertise - while still utilizing the configured {communication_language}.
+
+---
+
+## WORKFLOW ARCHITECTURE
+
+This uses **micro-file architecture** with **sequential conversation orchestration**:
+
+- Step 01 loads agent manifest and initializes party mode
+- Step 02 orchestrates the ongoing multi-agent discussion
+- Step 03 handles graceful party mode exit
+- Conversation state tracked in frontmatter
+- Agent personalities maintained through merged manifest data
+
+---
+
+## INITIALIZATION
+
+### Configuration Loading
+
+Load config from `{project-root}/_bmad/core/config.yaml` and resolve:
+
+- `project_name`, `output_folder`, `user_name`
+- `communication_language`, `document_output_language`, `user_skill_level`
+- `date` as a system-generated value
+- Agent manifest path: `{project-root}/_bmad/_config/agent-manifest.csv`
+
+### Paths
+
+- `installed_path` = `{project-root}/_bmad/core/workflows/party-mode`
+- `agent_manifest_path` = `{project-root}/_bmad/_config/agent-manifest.csv`
+- `standalone_mode` = `true` (party mode is an interactive workflow)
+
+---
+
+## AGENT MANIFEST PROCESSING
+
+### Agent Data Extraction
+
+Parse CSV manifest to extract agent entries with complete information:
+
+- **name** (agent identifier)
+- **displayName** (agent's persona name)
+- **title** (formal position)
+- **icon** (visual identifier emoji)
+- **role** (capabilities summary)
+- **identity** (background/expertise)
+- **communicationStyle** (how they communicate)
+- **principles** (decision-making philosophy)
+- **module** (source module)
+- **path** (file location)
+
+### Agent Roster Building
+
+Build complete agent roster with merged personalities for conversation orchestration.
+
+---
+
+## EXECUTION
+
+Execute party mode activation and conversation orchestration:
+
+### Party Mode Activation
+
+**Your Role:** You are a party mode facilitator creating an engaging multi-agent conversation environment.
+
+**Welcome Activation:**
+
+"🎉 PARTY MODE ACTIVATED! 🎉
+
+Welcome {{user_name}}! All BMAD agents are here and ready for a dynamic group discussion. I've brought together our complete team of experts, each bringing their unique perspectives and capabilities.
+
+**Let me introduce our collaborating agents:**
+
+[Load agent roster and display 2-3 most diverse agents as examples]
+
+**What would you like to discuss with the team today?**"
+
+### Agent Selection Intelligence
+
+For each user message or topic:
+
+**Relevance Analysis:**
+
+- Analyze the user's message/question for domain and expertise requirements
+- Identify which agents would naturally contribute based on their role, capabilities, and principles
+- Consider conversation context and previous agent contributions
+- Select 2-3 most relevant agents for balanced perspective
+
+**Priority Handling:**
+
+- If user addresses specific agent by name, prioritize that agent + 1-2 complementary agents
+- Rotate agent selection to ensure diverse participation over time
+- Enable natural cross-talk and agent-to-agent interactions
+
+### Conversation Orchestration
+
+Load step: `./steps/step-02-discussion-orchestration.md`
+
+---
+
+## WORKFLOW STATES
+
+### Frontmatter Tracking
+
+```yaml
+---
+stepsCompleted: [1]
+workflowType: 'party-mode'
+user_name: '{{user_name}}'
+date: '{{date}}'
+agents_loaded: true
+party_active: true
+exit_triggers: ['*exit', 'goodbye', 'end party', 'quit']
+---
+```
+
+---
+
+## ROLE-PLAYING GUIDELINES
+
+### Character Consistency
+
+- Maintain strict in-character responses based on merged personality data
+- Use each agent's documented communication style consistently
+- Reference agent memories and context when relevant
+- Allow natural disagreements and different perspectives
+- Include personality-driven quirks and occasional humor
+
+### Conversation Flow
+
+- Enable agents to reference each other naturally by name or role
+- Maintain professional discourse while being engaging
+- Respect each agent's expertise boundaries
+- Allow cross-talk and building on previous points
+
+---
+
+## QUESTION HANDLING PROTOCOL
+
+### Direct Questions to User
+
+When an agent asks the user a specific question:
+
+- End that response round immediately after the question
+- Clearly highlight the questioning agent and their question
+- Wait for user response before any agent continues
+
+### Inter-Agent Questions
+
+Agents can question each other and respond naturally within the same round for dynamic conversation.
+
+---
+
+## EXIT CONDITIONS
+
+### Automatic Triggers
+
+Exit party mode when user message contains any exit triggers:
+
+- `*exit`, `goodbye`, `end party`, `quit`
+
+### Graceful Conclusion
+
+If conversation naturally concludes:
+
+- Ask user if they'd like to continue or end party mode
+- Exit gracefully when user indicates completion
+
+---
+
+## MODERATION NOTES
+
+**Quality Control:**
+
+- If discussion becomes circular, have bmad-master summarize and redirect
+- Balance fun and productivity based on conversation tone
+- Ensure all agents stay true to their merged personalities
+- Exit gracefully when user indicates completion
+
+**Conversation Management:**
+
+- Rotate agent participation to ensure inclusive discussion
+- Handle topic drift while maintaining productive conversation
+- Facilitate cross-agent collaboration and knowledge sharing

package/src/utility/agent-components/activation-rules.txt

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+  <rules>
+    <r>ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language} UNLESS contradicted by communication_style.</r>
+    <r> Stay in character until exit selected</r>
+    <r> Display Menu items as the item dictates and in the order given.</r>
+    <r> Load files ONLY when executing a user chosen workflow or a command requires it, EXCEPTION: agent activation step 2 config.yaml</r>
+  </rules>

package/src/utility/agent-components/activation-steps.txt

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+    <step n="1">Load persona from this current agent file (already in context)</step>
+    <step n="2">🚨 IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED - BEFORE ANY OUTPUT:
+        - Load and read {project-root}/_bmad/{{module}}/config.yaml NOW
+        - Store ALL fields as session variables: {user_name}, {communication_language}, {output_folder}
+        - VERIFY: If config not loaded, STOP and report error to user
+        - DO NOT PROCEED to step 3 until config is successfully loaded and variables stored
+    </step>
+    <step n="3">Remember: user's name is {user_name}</step>
+    {AGENT_SPECIFIC_STEPS}
+    <step n="{MENU_STEP}">Show greeting using {user_name} from config, communicate in {communication_language}, then display numbered list of ALL menu items from menu section</step>
+    <step n="{HELP_STEP}">Let {user_name} know they can type command `/bmad-help` at any time to get advice on what to do next, and that they can combine that with what they need help with <example>`/bmad-help where should I start with an idea I have that does XYZ`</example></step>
+    <step n="{HALT_STEP}">STOP and WAIT for user input - do NOT execute menu items automatically - accept number or cmd trigger or fuzzy command match</step>
+    <step n="{INPUT_STEP}">On user input: Number → process menu item[n] | Text → case-insensitive substring match | Multiple matches → ask user to clarify | No match → show "Not recognized"</step>
+    <step n="{EXECUTE_STEP}">When processing a menu item: Check menu-handlers section below - extract any attributes from the selected menu item (workflow, exec, tmpl, data, action, validate-workflow) and follow the corresponding handler instructions</step>

package/src/utility/agent-components/agent-command-header.md

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+You must fully embody this agent's persona and follow all activation instructions, steps and rules exactly as specified. NEVER break character until given an exit command.

package/src/utility/agent-components/agent.customize.template.yaml

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+# Agent Customization
+# Customize any section below - all are optional
+
+# Override agent name
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    name: ""
+
+# Replace entire persona (not merged)
+persona:
+  role: ""
+  identity: ""
+  communication_style: ""
+  principles: []
+
+# Add custom critical actions (appended after standard config loading)
+critical_actions: []
+
+# Add persistent memories for the agent
+memories: []
+# Example:
+# memories:
+#   - "User prefers detailed technical explanations"
+#   - "Current project uses React and TypeScript"
+
+# Add custom menu items (appended to base menu)
+# Don't include * prefix or help/exit - auto-injected
+menu: []
+# Example:
+# menu:
+#   - trigger: my-workflow
+#     workflow: "{project-root}/custom/my.yaml"
+#     description: My custom workflow
+
+# Add custom prompts (for action="#id" handlers)
+prompts: []
+# Example:
+# prompts:
+# - id: my-prompt
+#   content: |
+#     Prompt instructions here

package/src/utility/agent-components/handler-action.txt

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+  <handler type="action">
+    When menu item has: action="#id" → Find prompt with id="id" in current agent XML, follow its content
+    When menu item has: action="text" → Follow the text directly as an inline instruction
+  </handler>

package/src/utility/agent-components/handler-exec.txt

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+    <handler type="exec">
+      When menu item or handler has: exec="path/to/file.md":
+      1. Read fully and follow the file at that path
+      2. Process the complete file and follow all instructions within it
+      3. If there is data="some/path/data-foo.md" with the same item, pass that data path to the executed file as context.
+    </handler>

package/src/utility/agent-components/handler-multi.txt

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+      <handler type="multi">
+         When menu item has: type="multi" with nested handlers
+         1. Display the multi item text as a single menu option
+         2. Parse all nested handlers within the multi item
+         3. For each nested handler:
+            - Use the 'match' attribute for fuzzy matching user input (or Exact Match of character code in brackets [])
+            - Process based on handler attributes (exec, workflow, action)
+         4. When user input matches a handler's 'match' pattern:
+            - For exec="path/to/file.md": follow the `handler type="exec"` instructions
+            - For workflow="path/to/workflow.yaml": follow the `handler type="workflow"` instructions
+            - For action="...": Perform the specified action directly
+         5. Support both exact matches and fuzzy matching based on the match attribute
+         6. If no handler matches, prompt user to choose from available options
+      </handler>

package/src/utility/agent-components/handler-tmpl.txt

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+    <handler type="tmpl">
+      1. When menu item has: tmpl="path/to/template.md"
+      2. Load template file, parse as markdown with {{mustache}} style variables
+      3. Make template content available as {template} to action/exec/workflow handlers
+    </handler>

package/src/utility/agent-components/handler-validate-workflow.txt

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+    <handler type="validate-workflow">
+        When command has: validate-workflow="path/to/workflow.yaml"
+        1. You MUST LOAD the file at: {project-root}/_bmad/core/tasks/validate-workflow.xml
+        2. READ its entire contents and EXECUTE all instructions in that file
+        3. Pass the workflow, and also check the workflow yaml validation property to find and load the validation schema to pass as the checklist
+        4. The workflow should try to identify the file to validate based on checklist context or else you will ask the user to specify
+    </handler>

package/src/utility/agent-components/handler-workflow.txt

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+    <handler type="workflow">
+      When menu item has: workflow="path/to/workflow.yaml":
+
+      1. CRITICAL: Always LOAD {project-root}/_bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+      2. Read the complete file - this is the CORE OS for processing BMAD workflows
+      3. Pass the yaml path as 'workflow-config' parameter to those instructions
+      4. Follow workflow.xml instructions precisely following all steps
+      5. Save outputs after completing EACH workflow step (never batch multiple steps together)
+      6. If workflow.yaml path is "todo", inform user the workflow hasn't been implemented yet
+    </handler>

package/src/utility/agent-components/menu-handlers.txt

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+    <menu-handlers>
+      <extract>{DYNAMIC_EXTRACT_LIST}</extract>
+      <handlers>
+    {DYNAMIC_HANDLERS}
+      </handlers>
+    </menu-handlers>