Do I need an implementation plan to use this skill?

Yes, this skill is specifically designed to execute structured implementation plans, such as those created by the 'writing-plans' skill.

What is the benefit of using a 'fresh subagent' per task?

It prevents 'context pollution' where previous code or discussions interfere with the current task, leading to higher accuracy and fewer hallucinations.

What happens during the two-stage review?

First, a spec-reviewer subagent ensures all requirements are met without extras; then, a code-quality subagent checks for best practices and architectural integrity.

How does this differ from standard plan execution?

Unlike standard execution which might suffer from context bloat, this skill stays in the same session but uses fresh subagents per task and enforces a mandatory two-stage review process.

Subagent-Driven Development

Name: Subagent-Driven Development
Author: zerdos

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Productivity & Workflow

Executes complex implementation plans by dispatching specialized subagents for individual tasks with automated two-stage quality reviews.

Subagent-Driven Development is a high-velocity implementation framework for Claude Code that breaks down development plans into independent tasks handled by fresh subagents. By utilizing a distinct subagent for each task within the same session, it prevents context pollution while maintaining momentum. Each task undergoes a rigorous two-stage review process—first for specification compliance and then for code quality—ensuring that every contribution meets project requirements and architectural standards before the workflow proceeds to the next task.

Key Features

01Automated task tracking and state management using TodoWrite

02Built-in feedback loops for immediate correction of reviewer-identified issues

03Fresh subagent per task to prevent context drift and model confusion

04Two-stage review process covering both spec compliance and code quality

05Seamless integration with Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices

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Use Cases

01Executing multi-step feature plans within a single persistent development session

02Refactoring complex modules where tasks are logically independent but require high precision

03High-stakes development requiring strict adherence to technical specifications and quality gates

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add zerdos/superpowers subagent-driven-development

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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