🧪 Spec Execution
This skill executes specs literally, announces scope, flags gaps, and prompts user decisions before acting.
npx playbooks add skill wilddeer/specops --skill spec-execution
About Spec Execution
The Spec Execution skill is used for testing and executes specifications in a literal manner, it announces the scope of the execution, identifies and flags any gaps or missing information, and prompts the user to make decisions before taking any action, allowing developers to utilize this skill when they need to thoroughly test and validate their code against predefined specifications. This skill enables developers to ensure their code meets the required standards and catches any potential errors or gaps in the implementation. Developers would reach for this skill when they need to rigorously
This compact 15-word instruction set is purpose-built for testing & qa work in AI coding agents. Install with a single command.
Use Cases
- Writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests
- Setting up test coverage and CI pipelines
- Refactoring legacy code with confidence using tests
- Creating test plans and QA checklists
Example Prompts
System Prompt (15 words)
This skill executes specs literally, announces scope, flags gaps, and prompts user decisions before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spec Execution?
Spec Execution is a free testing & qa skill for AI coding agents. This skill executes specs literally, announces scope, flags gaps, and prompts user decisions before acting.. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with testing & qa expertise.
How do I use Spec Execution with Claude Code?
Run npx playbooks add skill wilddeer/specops --skill spec-execution in your terminal to install Spec Execution into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.
Which AI coding agents work with Spec Execution?
Spec Execution is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.
Is Spec Execution free to use?
Yes, Spec Execution is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/wilddeer/specops/tree/main/skills/spec-execution. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.
