specs.md – framework for spec-driven AI development with pluggable flow

Summary: specs.md is an open-source framework implementing the AI-Driven Development Lifecycle (AI-DLC) to create structured flows between human intent and AI execution. It integrates a VS Code extension for real-time tracking of development progress and uses a "Memory Bank" to provide precise semantic context to large language models, improving AI-assisted coding accuracy.

What it does

specs.md structures AI development into phases from inception to operations, linking intents, stories, and code via a VS Code sidebar. It stores all documentation in markdown within the code repository, maintaining version control and context.

Who it's for

It targets developers using AI coding tools who need clear, living documentation and contextual flows to enhance AI performance.

Why it matters

It solves the problem of lost or outdated context in AI-assisted coding by providing structured, versioned instructions that reduce hallucinations and improve AI output quality.