Can I refactor code while using this skill?

No, this skill intentionally forbids refactoring. Cleanup and optimization should be deferred to the subsequent tdd-refactor phase to maintain TDD cycle integrity.

How does it help with the next step of TDD?

It captures technical debt and 'dirty' fixes as structured TODO items, providing a clear roadmap for the next Refactor phase.

What is the primary goal of the tdd-green skill?

Its primary goal is to pass a single failing test with the absolute minimum amount of code necessary, avoiding any extra features or premature refactoring.

Does it run all tests or just the new one?

It runs the entire test suite to ensure that the new implementation satisfies the requirement without introducing regressions in existing functionality.

What happens if the requirements are unclear?

The skill includes a guardrail that pauses the process and prompts the user for clarification or specification updates if implementation details are ambiguous.

TDD Green Phase Automator

Name: TDD Green Phase Automator
Author: See2et

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Security & Testing

Implements the minimal production code required to pass failing tests while strictly adhering to TDD principles.

The TDD Green Phase skill is designed to guide developers through the 'Green' stage of the Test-Driven Development cycle with surgical precision. It enforces a strict 'minimum viable implementation' rule, preventing premature refactoring or feature creep by focusing exclusively on turning a single RED test into a GREEN one. By isolating the specific requirement and verifying that the entire test suite remains stable, this skill ensures a disciplined approach to software development, capturing technical debt for the Refactor phase without letting it stall immediate progress.

Key Features

01Regression testing across the entire suite to ensure stability

02Strict enforcement of the 'minimum implementation' rule

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04Automated identification and targeting of a single failing test

05Automatic generation of TODO items for the subsequent Refactor phase

06Guardrails to prevent premature optimization and scope creep

Use Cases

01Maintaining TDD discipline during complex feature development

02Preventing accidental side effects and regressions when adding new logic

03Moving quickly from a failing specification to a working implementation

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add see2et/bakopa-vr tdd-green

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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