Framework Architecture
specs.md is built as a pluggable framework where development methodologies are implemented as flows. Choose the flow that matches your project needs.What is a Flow?
A flow is a complete development methodology implementation that includes:Agents
Specialized AI agents that guide development
Artifacts
Structured outputs for each phase
State Management
Tracking progress and context
Standards
Project guidelines and conventions
Available Flows
Not sure which flow? Check out our Choose Your Flow guide.
Ideation Flow
Ideation Flow transforms AI into a creative partner through three sequential skills: Spark (generate), Flame (evaluate), Forge (shape). Research-backed methods run invisibly—you get diverse ideas, not methodology labels.Ideation Flow Documentation
Learn more about Ideation Flow
Simple Flow
Simple Flow generates structured specs without execution tracking—perfect for quick feature planning.Simple Flow Documentation
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FIRE Flow
FIRE (Fast Intent-Run Engineering) is an Adaptive Spec-Driven Development flow. It right-sizes the rigor to complexity—design docs when needed, implementation plans otherwise.FIRE Flow Documentation
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AI-DLC Flow
AI-DLC (AI-Driven Development Lifecycle) is the full methodology with DDD and comprehensive traceability.Bolt Types (AI-DLC)
AI-DLC Documentation
Learn more about AI-DLC Flow
Tool Integration
All flows integrate with AI coding tools:Next Steps
Choose Your Flow
Detailed comparison guide
Installation
Install and select your flow
VS Code Extension
Track progress visually