Sparc Methodology Skill
Purpose
SPARC development workflow: Specification, Pseudocode, Architecture, Refinement, Completion. A structured approach for complex implementations that ensures thorough planning before coding.
When to Trigger
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new feature implementation
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complex implementations
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architectural changes
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system redesign
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integration work
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unclear requirements
When to Skip
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simple bug fixes
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documentation updates
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configuration changes
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well-defined small tasks
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routine maintenance
Commands
Specification Phase
Define requirements, acceptance criteria, and constraints
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "specification: [requirements]"
Example:
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "specification: user authentication with OAuth2, MFA, and session management"
Pseudocode Phase
Write high-level pseudocode for the implementation
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "pseudocode: [feature]"
Example:
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "pseudocode: OAuth2 login flow with token refresh"
Architecture Phase
Design system structure, interfaces, and dependencies
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "architecture: [design]"
Example:
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "architecture: auth module with service layer, repository, and API endpoints"
Refinement Phase
Iterate on the design based on feedback
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "refinement: [feedback]"
Example:
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "refinement: add rate limiting and brute force protection"
Completion Phase
Finalize implementation with tests and documentation
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "completion: [final checks]"
Example:
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "completion: verify all tests pass, update API docs, security review"
SPARC Coordinator
Spawn SPARC coordinator agent
npx @claude-flow/cli agent spawn --type sparc-coord --name sparc-lead
Scripts
Script Path Description
sparc-init
.agents/scripts/sparc-init.sh
Initialize SPARC workflow for a new feature
sparc-review
.agents/scripts/sparc-review.sh
Run SPARC phase review checklist
References
Document Path Description
SPARC Overview
docs/sparc.md
Complete SPARC methodology guide
Phase Templates
docs/sparc-templates.md
Templates for each SPARC phase
Best Practices
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Check memory for existing patterns before starting
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Use hierarchical topology for coordination
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Store successful patterns after completion
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Document any new learnings