bomb agent updates

src/modules/bmb/_module-installer/install-menu-config.yaml

@@ -9,3 +9,18 @@ prompt: "Happy Building - Build the Modules, Workflows and Agents of your dreams
 ## user_name
 ## communication_language
 ## output_folder
+
+custom_agent_location:
+  prompt: "Where do custom agents get created?"
+  default: "bmad/agents"
+  result: "{project-root}/{value}"
+
+custom_workflow_location:
+  prompt: "Where do custom workflows get stored?"
+  default: "bmad/workflows"
+  result: "{project-root}/{value}"
+
+custom_module_location:
+  prompt: "Where do custom modules get stored?"
+  default: "bmad"
+  result: "{project-root}/{value}"

src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-agent/README.md

@@ -107,9 +107,9 @@ create-agent/
 
 #### For Standalone Agents (not part of a module)
 
-- **YAML Source**: `{output_folder}/agents/{{agent_filename}}.agent.yaml`
+- **YAML Source**: `{custom_agent_location}/{{agent_filename}}.agent.yaml` (default: `bmad/agents/`)
 - **Installation Location**: `{project-root}/bmad/agents/{{agent_filename}}.md`
-- **Compilation**: Run `npm run build:agents` or use the installer menu
+- **Compilation**: Run the BMAD Method installer and select "Compile Agents (Quick rebuild of all agent .md files)"
 
 #### For Module Agents
 
@@ -150,9 +150,9 @@ If created, generates at:
 Agents are installed to different locations based on their type:
 
 1. **Standalone Agents** (not part of a module)
-   - Source: Created in your project's output folder
+   - Source: Created in your custom agent location (default: `bmad/agents/`)
    - Installed to: `{project-root}/bmad/agents/`
-   - Compilation: Manual via `npm run build:agents`
+   - Compilation: Run BMAD Method installer and select "Compile Agents"
 
 2. **Module Agents** (part of BMM, BMB, or custom modules)
    - Source: Created in `src/modules/{module}/agents/`

src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-agent/instructions.md

@@ -252,10 +252,11 @@ agent:
   menu: { { The capabilities we built } }
 ```
 
-<critical>Save based on {src_impact}:</critical>
+<critical>Save based on agent type:</critical>
 
-- If {src_impact} = true: Save to {src_output_file}
-- If {src_impact} = false: Save to {default_output_file}
+- If Module Agent and {src_impact} = true: Save to {src_module_output_file}
+- If Module Agent and {src_impact} = false: Save to {module_output_file}
+- If Standalone (Simple/Expert): Save to {standalone_output_file}
 
 "Your agent [name] is ready! It turned out even better than I expected!"
 
@@ -454,12 +455,13 @@ Share the accomplishment:
 **"Here's how to activate [agent name]:"**
 
 1. **Quick start:**
-   - "Run `npm run install:bmad` and select 'Compile Agents'"
+   - "Run the BMAD Method installer to this project location"
+   - "Select the option 'Compile Agents (Quick rebuild of all agent .md files)' after confirming the folder"
    - "Then you can call [agent name] anytime!"
 
 2. **Location:**
    - "I saved [agent name] here: {{output_file}}"
-   - "After compilation, it'll live at: {project-root}/bmad/{{module}}/agents/"
+   - "After compilation, it'll be available in your project"
 
 3. **What [agent name] can do right away:**
    - List the commands in a friendly way

src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml

@@ -6,6 +6,7 @@ author: "BMad"
 # Critical variables load from config_source
 config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml"
 output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"
+custom_agent_location: "{config_source}:custom_agent_location"
 user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
 src_impact: "{config_source}:src_impact"
 communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
@@ -29,10 +30,11 @@ instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions.md"
 validation: "{installed_path}/checklist.md"
 
 # Output configuration - YAML agents compiled to .md at install time
-# If src_impact=true: Save YAML to src/modules/{{target_module}}/agents/
-# If src_impact=false: Save YAML to output_folder/agents/
-default_output_file: "{output_folder}/agents/{{agent_filename}}.agent.yaml"
-src_output_file: "{project-root}/src/modules/{{target_module}}/agents/{{agent_filename}}.agent.yaml"
+# Module agents: Save to src/modules/{{target_module}}/agents/ OR bmad/{{target_module}}/agents/
+# Standalone agents: Save to custom_agent_location/
+module_output_file: "{project-root}/bmad/{{target_module}}/agents/{{agent_filename}}.agent.yaml"
+src_module_output_file: "{project-root}/src/modules/{{target_module}}/agents/{{agent_filename}}.agent.yaml"
+standalone_output_file: "{custom_agent_location}/{{agent_filename}}.agent.yaml"
 # Optional user override file (auto-created by installer if missing)
 config_output_file: "{project-root}/bmad/_cfg/agents/{{target_module}}-{{agent_filename}}.customize.yaml"
 

src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-module/README.md

@@ -32,7 +32,7 @@ workflow create-module --input module-brief-my-module-2024-09-26.md
 
 The workflow loads critical variables from the BMB configuration:
 
-- **output_folder**: Where the module will be created
+- **custom_module_location**: Where custom modules are created (default: `bmad/`)
 - **user_name**: Module author information
 - **date**: Automatic timestamp for versioning
 

src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-module/instructions.md

@@ -74,10 +74,10 @@ Listen to their description and then:
 - **Business:** Project Management, Marketing, Sales
 - **Personal:** Journaling, Learning, Productivity
 
-<critical>Check {src_impact} variable to determine output location:</critical>
+<critical>Determine output location:</critical>
 
-- If {src_impact} = true: Module will be created at {src_output_folder}
-- If {src_impact} = false: Module will be created at {default_output_folder}
+- If {src_impact} = true: Module will be created at {src_installer_output_folder}
+- If {src_impact} = false: Module will be created at {installer_output_folder}
 
 Store module identity for scaffolding.
 
@@ -179,9 +179,8 @@ Present as: _"Based on your planned components, this looks like a {{determined_t
 </step>
 
 <step n="3" goal="Create module directory structure">
-<critical>Determine base module path based on {src_impact}:</critical>
-- If {src_impact} = true: Use {src_output_folder}
-- If {src_impact} = false: Use {default_output_folder}
+<critical>Use module path determined in Step 1:</critical>
+- The module base path is {{module_path}}
 
 <action>Create base module directories at the determined path:</action>
 
@@ -248,10 +247,9 @@ output_folder: "{project-root}/docs/{{module_code}}"
 data_folder: "{{determined_module_path}}/data"
 ```
 
-<critical>Determine save location based on {src_impact}:</critical>
+<critical>Save location:</critical>
 
-- If {src_impact} = true: Save to {src_output_folder}/config.yaml
-- If {src_impact} = false: Save to {default_output_folder}/config.yaml
+- Save to {{module_path}}/config.yaml
 
 <template-output>module_config</template-output>
 </step>
@@ -265,10 +263,9 @@ If yes:
 </invoke-workflow>
 
 Guide them to create the primary agent for the module.
-<critical>Ensure it's saved to the correct location based on {src_impact}:</critical>
+<critical>Save to module's agents folder:</critical>
 
-- If {src_impact} = true: {src_output_folder}/agents/
-- If {src_impact} = false: {default_output_folder}/agents/
+- Save to {{module_path}}/agents/
 
 If no, create placeholder:
 
@@ -292,10 +289,9 @@ If yes:
 </invoke-workflow>
 
 Guide them to create the primary workflow.
-<critical>Ensure it's saved to the correct location based on {src_impact}:</critical>
+<critical>Save to module's workflows folder:</critical>
 
-- If {src_impact} = true: {src_output_folder}/workflows/
-- If {src_impact} = false: {default_output_folder}/workflows/
+- Save to {{module_path}}/workflows/
 
 If no, create placeholder structure:
 
@@ -542,9 +538,7 @@ Show summary:
 
 ```
 ✅ Module: {{module_name}} ({{module_code}})
-📁 Location:
-   - If {src_impact} = true: {src_output_folder}
-   - If {src_impact} = false: {default_output_folder}
+📁 Location: {{module_path}}
 👥 Agents: {{agent_count}} ({{agents_created}} created, {{agents_planned}} planned)
 📋 Workflows: {{workflow_count}} ({{workflows_created}} created, {{workflows_planned}} planned)
 📝 Tasks: {{task_count}}
@@ -554,8 +548,11 @@ Show summary:
 Next steps:
 
 1. Complete remaining components using roadmap
-2. Test module with: `bmad install {{module_code}}`
-3. Share module or integrate with existing system
+2. Run the BMAD Method installer to this project location
+3. Select the option 'Compile Agents (Quick rebuild of all agent .md files)' after confirming the folder
+4. This will compile your new module and make it available for use
+5. Test module with: `bmad install {{module_code}}`
+6. Share module or integrate with existing system
 
 Ask: Would you like to:
 

src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-module/workflow.yaml

@@ -6,6 +6,7 @@ author: "BMad"
 # Critical variables load from config_source
 config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml"
 output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"
+custom_module_location: "{config_source}:custom_module_location"
 src_impact: "{config_source}:src_impact"
 communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
 user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
@@ -38,10 +39,10 @@ validation: "{installed_path}/checklist.md"
 
 # Output configuration - creates entire module structure
 # If src_impact=true: Save to src/modules/{{module_code}}
-# If src_impact=false: Save to output_folder/{{module_code}}
-default_output_folder: "{output_folder}/{{module_code}}"
+# If src_impact=false: Save to custom_module_location/{{module_code}}
+default_output_folder: "{custom_module_location}/{{module_code}}"
 src_output_folder: "{project-root}/src/modules/{{module_code}}"
-installer_output_folder: "{output_folder}/{{module_code}}"
+installer_output_folder: "{custom_module_location}/{{module_code}}"
 src_installer_output_folder: "{project-root}/src/modules/{{module_code}}"
 
 web_bundle:

src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/instructions.md

@@ -63,10 +63,11 @@ Based on type, determine which files are needed:
 - Action: workflow.yaml + instructions.md
 - Others: Varies based on requirements
 
-<critical>Check {src_impact} variable to determine output location:</critical>
+<critical>Determine output location based on module assignment:</critical>
 
-- If {src_impact} = true: Workflow will be saved to {src_output_folder}
-- If {src_impact} = false: Workflow will be saved to {default_output_folder}
+- If workflow belongs to module and {src_impact} = true: Save to {src_module_output_folder}
+- If workflow belongs to module and {src_impact} = false: Save to {module_output_folder}
+- If standalone workflow: Save to {standalone_output_folder}
 
 Store decisions for later use.
 </step>
@@ -122,10 +123,10 @@ Follow path conventions from guide:
 - Use {installed_path} for workflow components
 - Use {config_source} for config references
 
-<critical>Determine save location based on {src_impact}:</critical>
+<critical>Determine save location:</critical>
 
-- If {src_impact} = true: Write to {src_output_folder}/workflow.yaml
-- If {src_impact} = false: Write to {default_output_folder}/workflow.yaml
+- Use the output folder determined in Step 1 (module or standalone)
+- Write to {{output_folder}}/workflow.yaml
   </step>
 
 <step n="5" goal="Create instructions.md" if="workflow_type != 'template-only'">
@@ -158,10 +159,9 @@ Generate the instructions.md file following the workflow creation guide:
    - Set limits ("3-5 items maximum")
    - Save checkpoints with <template-output>
 
-<critical>Determine save location based on {src_impact}:</critical>
+<critical>Save location:</critical>
 
-- If {src_impact} = true: Write to {src_output_folder}/instructions.md
-- If {src_impact} = false: Write to {default_output_folder}/instructions.md
+- Write to {{output_folder}}/instructions.md
   </step>
 
 <step n="6" goal="Create template.md" if="workflow_type == 'document'">
@@ -187,10 +187,9 @@ Variable sources as per guide:
 - Step outputs via <template-output>
 - System variables (date, paths)
 
-<critical>Determine save location based on {src_impact}:</critical>
+<critical>Save location:</critical>
 
-- If {src_impact} = true: Write to {src_output_folder}/template.md
-- If {src_impact} = false: Write to {default_output_folder}/template.md
+- Write to {{output_folder}}/template.md
   </step>
 
 <step n="7" goal="Create validation checklist" optional="true">
@@ -216,10 +215,9 @@ Create checklist.md following guide best practices:
 
 4. Add final validation section with issue lists
 
-<critical>Determine save location based on {src_impact}:</critical>
+<critical>Save location:</critical>
 
-- If {src_impact} = true: Write to {src_output_folder}/checklist.md
-- If {src_impact} = false: Write to {default_output_folder}/checklist.md
+- Write to {{output_folder}}/checklist.md
   </step>
 
 <step n="8" goal="Create supporting files" optional="true">
@@ -315,11 +313,12 @@ Create a brief README for the workflow folder explaining:
 
 Provide user with:
 
-- Location of created workflow:
-  - If {src_impact} = true: {{src_output_folder}}
-  - If {src_impact} = false: {{default_output_folder}}
+- Location of created workflow: {{output_folder}}
 - Command to run it
-- Next steps for testing
-  </step>
+- Next steps:
+  - "Run the BMAD Method installer to this project location"
+  - "Select the option 'Compile Agents (Quick rebuild of all agent .md files)' after confirming the folder"
+  - "This will compile your new workflow and make it available for use"
+    </step>
 
 </workflow>

src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml

@@ -6,6 +6,7 @@ author: "BMad Builder"
 # Critical variables
 config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml"
 output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"
+custom_workflow_location: "{config_source}:custom_workflow_location"
 user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
 src_impact: "{config_source}:src_impact"
 communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
@@ -33,10 +34,11 @@ workflow_creation_guide: "{installed_path}/workflow-creation-guide.md"
 workflow_template_path: "{installed_path}/workflow-template"
 
 # Output configuration - Creates the new workflow folder with all files
-# If src_impact=true: Save to src/modules/{{target_module}}/workflows/{{workflow_name}}
-# If src_impact=false: Save to output_folder/workflows/{{workflow_name}}
-default_output_folder: "{output_folder}/workflows/{{workflow_name}}"
-src_output_folder: "{project-root}/src/modules/{{target_module}}/workflows/{{workflow_name}}"
+# If workflow belongs to a module: Save to module's workflows folder
+# If standalone workflow: Save to custom_workflow_location/{{workflow_name}}
+module_output_folder: "{project-root}/bmad/{{target_module}}/workflows/{{workflow_name}}"
+src_module_output_folder: "{project-root}/src/modules/{{target_module}}/workflows/{{workflow_name}}"
+standalone_output_folder: "{custom_workflow_location}/{{workflow_name}}"
 
 web_bundle:
   name: "create-workflow"

src/utility/models/fragments/activation-rules.xml

@@ -1,9 +1,8 @@
 <rules>
-  ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}
-  Stay in character until exit selected
-  Menu triggers use asterisk (*) - NOT markdown, display exactly as shown
-  Number all lists, use letters for sub-options
-  Load files ONLY when executing menu items
-  EXCEPTION: Config file MUST be loaded at startup (step 2), all other files load only when executing menu items or an instruction file step
-  requires it
+  - ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language} UNLESS contradicted by communication_style
+  - Stay in character until exit selected
+  - Menu triggers use asterisk (*) - NOT markdown, display exactly as shown
+  - Number all lists, use letters for sub-options
+  - Load files ONLY when executing menu items or a workflow or command requires it. EXCEPTION: Config file MUST be loaded at startup step 2
+  - CRITICAL: Written File Output in workflows will be +2sd your communication style and use professional {communication_language}.
 </rules>