specclaw

What This Skill Does

SpecClaw is a specialized framework designed to integrate spec-driven development (SDD) directly into your OpenClaw agent workflow. It enforces a rigorous structure for managing software changes, from the initial conceptual spark to the final validation and archival process. By utilizing a standardized directory structure (.specclaw/), the skill ensures that every feature or bug fix is documented, planned, and implemented with professional-grade discipline. It automates the creation of architectural designs, task lists, and tracking dashboards, effectively transforming your agent into a technical project manager and developer rolled into one.

Installation

To install this skill, run the following command in your terminal: clawhub install openclaw/skills/skills/chanbistec/specclaw Ensure your project root is initialized as a git repository before attempting to use the skill, as it relies on git branching for change isolation.

Use Cases

1. Feature Prototyping: Ideal for complex features that require deep architectural planning before writing a single line of code.
2. Legacy Refactoring: Use the spec-driven approach to map dependencies and plan systemic improvements without breaking existing functionality.
3. Team Synchronization: Maintain a live STATUS.md dashboard that provides stakeholders with a high-level view of progress, blockers, and recent learnings.

Example Prompts

1. "specclaw propose 'Implement OAuth2 authentication for the user portal'"
2. "specclaw plan user-auth-module"
3. "specclaw build user-auth-module"

Tips & Limitations

• Consistency is Key: Always review the generated design.md before proceeding to the build phase to ensure the technical approach aligns with your long-term architecture.
• Reflect Often: Use the learnings.md file diligently. The system is designed to capture patterns; the more you document, the better the agent becomes at predicting future challenges.
• Scope: SpecClaw works best for medium-to-large scoped changes. For minor hotfixes, consider using standard OpenClaw tasks to avoid overhead.
• Constraint: Ensure you have enough disk space and proper git permissions, as the skill heavily relies on creating new local branches and managing directory trees.