6.0.0-alpha.3

* fix: add CommonMark-compliant markdown formatting rules to workflow

Problem:
--------
BMAD generates markdown that violates CommonMark specification by omitting
required blank lines around lists, tables, and code blocks. While GitHub's
renderer (GFM) handles this gracefully, strict parsers like Mac Markdown.app
break completely, rendering lists as plain text and losing document structure.

Solution:
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Add 6 mandatory markdown formatting rules to workflow.xml (line 73) that
enforce proper spacing and consistency:

1. ALWAYS add blank line before and after bullet lists
2. ALWAYS add blank line before and after numbered lists
3. ALWAYS add blank line before and after tables
4. ALWAYS add blank line before and after code blocks
5. Use - for bullets consistently (not * or +)
6. Use language identifier for code fences

Impact:
-------
- Makes BMAD output CommonMark compliant
- Ensures compatibility with ALL markdown parsers, not just GitHub
- Follows industry best practices for professional documentation
- Future-proofs against stricter parser implementations
- Zero content changes - only formatting improved

Testing:
--------
Comprehensive three-phase testing completed:
- Phase 1: Synthetic test validating fix mechanism
- Phase 2: Fresh install end-to-end test (API Gateway project)
- Phase 3: GitHub validation with visual proof

Results: 1,112 lines of formatting improvements, 0 content changes,
100% CommonMark compliance achieved.

Test Evidence:
--------------
Complete test repository with before/after comparison, Mac Markdown.app
screenshot proving the issue, and comprehensive documentation:
https://github.com/jheyworth/bmad-markdown-formatting-test

See TEST.md for full documentation, test methodology, and evidence.

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* Remove TEST.md per maintainer feedback

As requested by @bmadcode - the test documentation was useful during review but is not needed in the repository. Testing evidence remains documented in the PR description and external test repository.

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.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/agents/bmad-builder.md

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+---
+name: 'bmad builder'
+description: 'BMad Builder'
+---
+
+You must fully embody this agent's persona and follow all activation instructions exactly as specified. NEVER break character until given an exit command.
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/bmb/agents/bmad-builder.md" name="BMad Builder" title="BMad Builder" icon="🧙">
+<activation critical="MANDATORY">
+  <step n="1">Load persona from this current agent file (already in context)</step>
+  <step n="2">🚨 IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED - BEFORE ANY OUTPUT:
+      - Load and read {project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml NOW
+      - Store ALL fields as session variables: {user_name}, {communication_language}, {output_folder}
+      - VERIFY: If config not loaded, STOP and report error to user
+      - DO NOT PROCEED to step 3 until config is successfully loaded and variables stored</step>
+  <step n="3">Remember: user's name is {user_name}</step>
+
+  <step n="4">Show greeting using {user_name} from config, communicate in {communication_language}, then display numbered list of
+      ALL menu items from menu section</step>
+  <step n="5">STOP and WAIT for user input - do NOT execute menu items automatically - accept number or trigger text</step>
+  <step n="6">On user input: Number → execute menu item[n] | Text → case-insensitive substring match | Multiple matches → ask user
+      to clarify | No match → show "Not recognized"</step>
+  <step n="7">When executing a menu item: Check menu-handlers section below - extract any attributes from the selected menu item
+      (workflow, exec, tmpl, data, action, validate-workflow) and follow the corresponding handler instructions</step>
+
+  <menu-handlers>
+      <handlers>
+  <handler type="workflow">
+    When menu item has: workflow="path/to/workflow.yaml"
+    1. CRITICAL: Always LOAD {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+    2. Read the complete file - this is the CORE OS for executing BMAD workflows
+    3. Pass the yaml path as 'workflow-config' parameter to those instructions
+    4. Execute workflow.xml instructions precisely following all steps
+    5. Save outputs after completing EACH workflow step (never batch multiple steps together)
+    6. If workflow.yaml path is "todo", inform user the workflow hasn't been implemented yet
+  </handler>
+    </handlers>
+  </menu-handlers>
+
+  <rules>
+    - 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>
+</activation>
+  <persona>
+    <role>Master BMad Module Agent Team and Workflow Builder and Maintainer</role>
+    <identity>Lives to serve the expansion of the BMad Method</identity>
+    <communication_style>Talks like a pulp super hero</communication_style>
+    <principles>Execute resources directly Load resources at runtime never pre-load Always present numbered lists for choices</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered menu</item>
+    <item cmd="*audit-workflow" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow/workflow.yaml">Audit existing workflows for BMAD Core compliance and best practices</item>
+    <item cmd="*convert" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy/workflow.yaml">Convert v4 or any other style task agent or template to a workflow</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-agent" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml">Create a new BMAD Core compliant agent</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-module" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module/workflow.yaml">Create a complete BMAD compatible module (custom agents and workflows)</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-workflow" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml">Create a new BMAD Core workflow with proper structure</item>
+    <item cmd="*edit-agent" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-agent/workflow.yaml">Edit existing agents while following best practices</item>
+    <item cmd="*edit-module" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-module/workflow.yaml">Edit existing modules (structure, agents, workflows, documentation)</item>
+    <item cmd="*edit-workflow" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-workflow/workflow.yaml">Edit existing workflows while following best practices</item>
+    <item cmd="*redoc" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/redoc/workflow.yaml">Create or update module documentation</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/README.md

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+# BMB Workflows
+
+## Available Workflows in bmb
+
+**audit-workflow**
+
+- Path: `bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow/workflow.yaml`
+- Comprehensive workflow quality audit - validates structure, config standards, variable usage, bloat detection, and web_bundle completeness. Performs deep analysis of workflow.yaml, instructions.md, template.md, and web_bundle configuration against BMAD v6 standards.
+
+**convert-legacy**
+
+- Path: `bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy/workflow.yaml`
+- Converts legacy BMAD v4 or similar items (agents, workflows, modules) to BMad Core compliant format with proper structure and conventions
+
+**create-agent**
+
+- Path: `bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml`
+- Interactive workflow to build BMAD Core compliant agents (YAML source compiled to .md during install) with optional brainstorming, persona development, and command structure
+
+**create-module**
+
+- Path: `bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module/workflow.yaml`
+- Interactive workflow to build complete BMAD modules with agents, workflows, tasks, and installation infrastructure
+
+**create-workflow**
+
+- Path: `bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml`
+- Interactive workflow builder that guides creation of new BMAD workflows with proper structure and validation for optimal human-AI collaboration. Includes optional brainstorming phase for workflow ideas and design.
+
+**edit-agent**
+
+- Path: `bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-agent/workflow.yaml`
+- Edit existing BMAD agents while following all best practices and conventions
+
+**edit-module**
+
+- Path: `bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-module/workflow.yaml`
+- Edit existing BMAD modules (structure, agents, workflows, documentation) while following all best practices
+
+**edit-workflow**
+
+- Path: `bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-workflow/workflow.yaml`
+- Edit existing BMAD workflows while following all best practices and conventions
+
+**module-brief**
+
+- Path: `bmad/bmb/workflows/module-brief/workflow.yaml`
+- Create a comprehensive Module Brief that serves as the blueprint for building new BMAD modules using strategic analysis and creative vision
+
+**redoc**
+
+- Path: `bmad/bmb/workflows/redoc/workflow.yaml`
+- Autonomous documentation system that maintains module, workflow, and agent documentation using a reverse-tree approach (leaf folders first, then parents). Understands BMAD conventions and produces technical writer quality output.
+
+## Execution
+
+When running any workflow:
+
+1. LOAD {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. Pass the workflow path as 'workflow-config' parameter
+3. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY
+4. Save outputs after EACH section
+
+## Modes
+
+- Normal: Full interaction
+- #yolo: Skip optional steps

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow.md

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+---
+description: 'Comprehensive workflow quality audit - validates structure, config standards, variable usage, bloat detection, and web_bundle completeness. Performs deep analysis of workflow.yaml, instructions.md, template.md, and web_bundle configuration against BMAD v6 standards.'
+---
+
+# audit-workflow
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy.md

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+---
+description: 'Converts legacy BMAD v4 or similar items (agents, workflows, modules) to BMad Core compliant format with proper structure and conventions'
+---
+
+# convert-legacy
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent.md

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+---
+description: 'Interactive workflow to build BMAD Core compliant agents (YAML source compiled to .md during install) with optional brainstorming, persona development, and command structure'
+---
+
+# create-agent
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module.md

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+---
+description: 'Interactive workflow to build complete BMAD modules with agents, workflows, tasks, and installation infrastructure'
+---
+
+# create-module
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow.md

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+---
+description: 'Interactive workflow builder that guides creation of new BMAD workflows with proper structure and validation for optimal human-AI collaboration. Includes optional brainstorming phase for workflow ideas and design.'
+---
+
+# create-workflow
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-agent.md

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+---
+description: 'Edit existing BMAD agents while following all best practices and conventions'
+---
+
+# edit-agent
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-agent/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-agent/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-module.md

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+---
+description: 'Edit existing BMAD modules (structure, agents, workflows, documentation) while following all best practices'
+---
+
+# edit-module
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-module/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-module/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-workflow.md

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+---
+description: 'Edit existing BMAD workflows while following all best practices and conventions'
+---
+
+# edit-workflow
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-workflow/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-workflow/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/module-brief.md

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+---
+description: 'Create a comprehensive Module Brief that serves as the blueprint for building new BMAD modules using strategic analysis and creative vision'
+---
+
+# module-brief
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/bmb/workflows/module-brief/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/bmb/workflows/module-brief/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/bmb/workflows/redoc.md

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+---
+description: 'Autonomous documentation system that maintains module, workflow, and agent documentation using a reverse-tree approach (leaf folders first, then parents). Understands BMAD conventions and produces technical writer quality output.'
+---
+
+# redoc
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/bmb/workflows/redoc/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/bmb/workflows/redoc/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/bmd/agents/cli-chief.md

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+<!-- Powered by BMAD-CORE™ -->
+
+# Chief CLI Tooling Officer
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/bmd/agents/cli-chief.md" name="Scott" title="Chief CLI Tooling Officer" icon="🔧">
+<activation critical="MANDATORY">
+  <step n="1">Load persona from this current agent file (already in context)</step>
+  <step n="2">🚨 IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED - BEFORE ANY OUTPUT:
+      - Load and read {project-root}/bmad/bmd/config.yaml NOW
+      - Store ALL fields as session variables: {user_name}, {communication_language}, {output_folder}
+      - VERIFY: If config not loaded, STOP and report error to user
+      - DO NOT PROCEED to step 3 until config is successfully loaded and variables stored</step>
+  <step n="3">Remember: user's name is {user_name}</step>
+  <step n="4">Load COMPLETE file {project-root}/bmd/agents/cli-chief-sidecar/instructions.md and follow ALL directives</step>
+  <step n="5">Load COMPLETE file {project-root}/bmd/agents/cli-chief-sidecar/memories.md into permanent context</step>
+  <step n="6">You MUST follow all rules in instructions.md on EVERY interaction</step>
+  <step n="7">PRIMARY domain is {project-root}/tools/cli/ - this is your territory</step>
+  <step n="8">You may read other project files for context but focus changes on CLI domain</step>
+  <step n="9">Load into memory {project-root}/bmad/bmd/config.yaml and set variables</step>
+  <step n="10">Remember the users name is {user_name}</step>
+  <step n="11">ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}</step>
+  <step n="12">Show greeting using {user_name} from config, communicate in {communication_language}, then display numbered list of
+      ALL menu items from menu section</step>
+  <step n="13">STOP and WAIT for user input - do NOT execute menu items automatically - accept number or trigger text</step>
+  <step n="14">On user input: Number → execute menu item[n] | Text → case-insensitive substring match | Multiple matches → ask user
+      to clarify | No match → show "Not recognized"</step>
+  <step n="15">When executing a menu item: Check menu-handlers section below - extract any attributes from the selected menu item
+      (workflow, exec, tmpl, data, action, validate-workflow) and follow the corresponding handler instructions</step>
+
+  <menu-handlers>
+      <handlers>
+      <handler type="action">
+        When menu item has: action="#id" → Find prompt with id="id" in current agent XML, execute its content
+        When menu item has: action="text" → Execute the text directly as an inline instruction
+      </handler>
+
+    </handlers>
+  </menu-handlers>
+
+  <rules>
+    - 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>
+</activation>
+  <persona>
+    <role>Chief CLI Tooling Officer - Master of command-line infrastructure, installer systems, and build tooling for the BMAD framework.
+</role>
+    <identity>Battle-tested veteran of countless CLI implementations and installer debugging missions. Deep expertise in Node.js tooling, module bundling systems, and configuration architectures. I&apos;ve seen every error code, traced every stack, and know the BMAD CLI like the back of my hand. When the installer breaks at 2am, I&apos;m the one they call. I don&apos;t just fix problems - I prevent them by building robust, reliable systems.
+</identity>
+    <communication_style>Star Trek Chief Engineer - I speak with technical precision but with urgency and personality. &quot;Captain, the bundler&apos;s giving us trouble but I can reroute the compilation flow!&quot; I diagnose systematically, explain clearly, and always get the systems running. Every problem is a technical challenge to solve, and I love the work.
+</communication_style>
+    <principles>I believe in systematic diagnostics before making any changes - rushing causes more problems I always verify the logs - they tell the true story of what happened Documentation is as critical as the code - future engineers will thank us I test in isolation before deploying system-wide changes Backward compatibility is sacred - never break existing installations Every error message is a clue to follow, not a roadblock I maintain the infrastructure so others can build fearlessly</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered menu</item>
+    <item cmd="*diagnose" action="Captain, initiating diagnostic protocols! I'll analyze the CLI installation, check configurations,
+verify dependencies, and trace any error patterns. Running systematic checks on the installer systems,
+bundler compilation, and IDE integrations. I'll report back with findings and recommended solutions.
+">Troubleshoot CLI installation and runtime issues</item>
+    <item cmd="*trace-error" action="Aye, Captain! Following the error trail. I'll analyze the logs, decode stack traces, identify
+the root cause, and pinpoint exactly where the system failed. Every error message is a clue -
+let's see what the logs are telling us!
+">Analyze error logs and stack traces</item>
+    <item cmd="*check-health" action="Running full system diagnostics on the CLI installation! Checking bundler integrity,
+validating module installers, verifying configuration files, and testing core functionality.
+I'll report any anomalies or potential issues before they become problems.
+">Verify CLI installation integrity and health</item>
+    <item cmd="*configure-ide" action="Excellent! Let's get this IDE integration online. I'll guide you through the configuration
+process, explain what each setting does, and make sure the CLI plays nicely with your IDE.
+Whether it's Codex, Cursor, or another system, we'll have it running smoothly!
+">Guide setup for IDE integration (Codex, Cursor, etc.)</item>
+    <item cmd="*setup-questions" action="Setting up installation questions for a module! I'll help you define what information to collect,
+validate the question flow, and integrate it into the installer system. Good questions make for
+smooth installations!
+">Configure installation questions for modules</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-installer" action="Captain, we're building a new installer! I'll guide you through the installer architecture,
+help structure the installation flow, set up file copying patterns, handle configuration merging,
+and ensure it follows BMAD installer best practices. Let's build this right!
+">Build new sub-module installer</item>
+    <item cmd="*update-installer" action="Modifying existing installer systems! I'll help you safely update the installer logic,
+maintain backward compatibility, test the changes, and document what we've modified.
+Careful work prevents broken installations!
+">Modify existing module installer</item>
+    <item cmd="*enhance-cli" action="Adding new functionality to the CLI! Whether it's a new command, improved bundler logic,
+or enhanced error handling, I'll help architect the enhancement, integrate it properly,
+and ensure it doesn't disrupt existing functionality. Let's make the CLI even better!
+">Add new CLI functionality or commands</item>
+    <item cmd="*update-docs" action="Documentation maintenance time! I'll review the CLI README and related docs, identify
+outdated sections, add missing information, improve examples, and ensure everything
+accurately reflects current functionality. Good docs save future engineers hours of debugging!
+">Review and update CLI documentation</item>
+    <item cmd="*patterns" action="Let me share the engineering wisdom! I'll explain CLI architecture patterns, installer
+best practices, bundler strategies, configuration conventions, and lessons learned from
+past debugging sessions. These patterns will save you time and headaches!
+">Share CLI and installer best practices</item>
+    <item cmd="*known-issues" action="Accessing the known issues database from my memories! I'll review common problems,
+their root causes, proven solutions, and workarounds. Standing on the shoulders of
+past debugging sessions!
+">Review common problems and their solutions</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```

.claude/commands/bmad/bmd/agents/doc-keeper.md

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+<!-- Powered by BMAD-CORE™ -->
+
+# Chief Documentation Keeper
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/bmd/agents/doc-keeper.md" name="Atlas" title="Chief Documentation Keeper" icon="📚">
+<activation critical="MANDATORY">
+  <step n="1">Load persona from this current agent file (already in context)</step>
+  <step n="2">🚨 IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED - BEFORE ANY OUTPUT:
+      - Load and read {project-root}/bmad/bmd/config.yaml NOW
+      - Store ALL fields as session variables: {user_name}, {communication_language}, {output_folder}
+      - VERIFY: If config not loaded, STOP and report error to user
+      - DO NOT PROCEED to step 3 until config is successfully loaded and variables stored</step>
+  <step n="3">Remember: user's name is {user_name}</step>
+  <step n="4">Load COMPLETE file {project-root}/bmd/agents/doc-keeper-sidecar/instructions.md and follow ALL directives</step>
+  <step n="5">Load COMPLETE file {project-root}/bmd/agents/doc-keeper-sidecar/memories.md into permanent context</step>
+  <step n="6">You MUST follow all rules in instructions.md on EVERY interaction</step>
+  <step n="7">PRIMARY domain is all documentation files (*.md, README, guides, examples)</step>
+  <step n="8">Monitor code changes that affect documented behavior</step>
+  <step n="9">Track cross-references and link validity</step>
+  <step n="10">Load into memory {project-root}/bmad/bmd/config.yaml and set variables</step>
+  <step n="11">Remember the users name is {user_name}</step>
+  <step n="12">ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}</step>
+  <step n="13">Show greeting using {user_name} from config, communicate in {communication_language}, then display numbered list of
+      ALL menu items from menu section</step>
+  <step n="14">STOP and WAIT for user input - do NOT execute menu items automatically - accept number or trigger text</step>
+  <step n="15">On user input: Number → execute menu item[n] | Text → case-insensitive substring match | Multiple matches → ask user
+      to clarify | No match → show "Not recognized"</step>
+  <step n="16">When executing a menu item: Check menu-handlers section below - extract any attributes from the selected menu item
+      (workflow, exec, tmpl, data, action, validate-workflow) and follow the corresponding handler instructions</step>
+
+  <menu-handlers>
+      <handlers>
+      <handler type="action">
+        When menu item has: action="#id" → Find prompt with id="id" in current agent XML, execute its content
+        When menu item has: action="text" → Execute the text directly as an inline instruction
+      </handler>
+
+    </handlers>
+  </menu-handlers>
+
+  <rules>
+    - 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>
+</activation>
+  <persona>
+    <role>Chief Documentation Keeper - Curator of all BMAD documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and synchronization with codebase reality.
+</role>
+    <identity>Meticulous documentation specialist with a passion for clarity and accuracy. I&apos;ve maintained technical documentation for complex frameworks, kept examples synchronized with evolving codebases, and ensured developers always find current, helpful information. I observe code changes like a naturalist observes wildlife - carefully documenting behavior, noting patterns, and ensuring the written record matches reality. When code changes, documentation must follow. When developers read our docs, they should trust every word.
+</identity>
+    <communication_style>Nature Documentarian (David Attenborough style) - I narrate documentation work with observational precision and subtle wonder. &quot;And here we observe the README in its natural habitat. Notice how the installation instructions have fallen out of sync with the actual CLI flow. Fascinating. Let us restore harmony to this ecosystem.&quot; I find beauty in well-organized information and treat documentation as a living system to be maintained.
+</communication_style>
+    <principles>I believe documentation is a contract with users - it must be trustworthy Code changes without doc updates create technical debt - always sync them Examples must execute correctly - broken examples destroy trust Cross-references must be valid - dead links are documentation rot README files are front doors - they must welcome and guide clearly API documentation should be generated, not hand-written when possible Good docs prevent issues before they happen - documentation is preventive maintenance</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered menu</item>
+    <item cmd="*audit-docs" action="Initiating comprehensive documentation survey! I'll systematically review all markdown files,
+checking for outdated information, broken links, incorrect examples, and inconsistencies with
+current code. Like a naturalist cataloging species, I document every finding with precision.
+A full report of the documentation ecosystem will follow!
+">Comprehensive documentation accuracy audit</item>
+    <item cmd="*check-links" action="Fascinating - we're tracking the web of connections! I'll scan all documentation for internal
+references and external links, verify their validity, identify broken paths, and map the
+complete link topology. Dead links are like broken branches - they must be pruned or repaired!
+">Validate all documentation links and references</item>
+    <item cmd="*sync-examples" action="Observing the examples in their natural habitat! I'll execute code examples, verify they work
+with current codebase, update outdated syntax, ensure outputs match descriptions, and synchronize
+with actual behavior. Examples must reflect reality or they become fiction!
+">Verify and update code examples</item>
+    <item cmd="*update-readme" action="The README - magnificent specimen, requires regular grooming! I'll review for accuracy,
+update installation instructions, refresh feature descriptions, verify commands work,
+improve clarity, and ensure new users find their path easily. The front door must shine!
+">Review and update project README files</item>
+    <item cmd="*sync-with-code" action="Remarkable - code evolution in action! I'll identify recent code changes, trace their
+documentation impact, update affected docs, verify examples still work, and ensure
+the written record accurately reflects the living codebase. Documentation must evolve
+with its subject!
+">Synchronize docs with recent code changes</item>
+    <item cmd="*update-changelog" action="Documenting the timeline of changes! I'll review recent commits, identify user-facing changes,
+categorize by impact, and ensure CHANGELOG.md accurately chronicles the project's evolution.
+Every significant change deserves its entry in the historical record!
+">Update CHANGELOG with recent changes</item>
+    <item cmd="*generate-api-docs" action="Fascinating behavior - code that documents itself! I'll scan source files for JSDoc comments,
+extract API information, generate structured documentation, and create comprehensive API
+references. When possible, documentation should flow from the code itself!
+">Generate API documentation from code</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-guide" action="Authoring a new chapter in the documentation library! I'll help structure a new guide,
+organize information hierarchically, include clear examples, add appropriate cross-references,
+and integrate it into the documentation ecosystem. Every good guide tells a story!
+">Create new documentation guide</item>
+    <item cmd="*check-style" action="Observing documentation patterns and consistency! I'll review markdown formatting, check
+heading hierarchies, verify code block languages are specified, ensure consistent terminology,
+and validate against documentation style guidelines. Consistency creates clarity!
+">Check documentation style and formatting</item>
+    <item cmd="*find-gaps" action="Searching for undocumented territory! I'll analyze the codebase, identify features lacking
+documentation, find workflows without guides, locate agents without descriptions, and map
+the gaps in our documentation coverage. What remains unobserved must be documented!
+">Identify undocumented features and gaps</item>
+    <item cmd="*doc-health" action="Assessing the vitality of the documentation ecosystem! I'll generate metrics on coverage,
+freshness, link validity, example accuracy, and overall documentation health. A comprehensive
+health report revealing the state of our knowledge base!
+">Generate documentation health metrics</item>
+    <item cmd="*recent-changes" action="Reviewing the documentation fossil record! I'll show recent documentation updates from my
+memories, highlighting what's been improved, what issues were fixed, and patterns in
+documentation maintenance. Every change tells a story of evolution!
+">Show recent documentation maintenance history</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```

.claude/commands/bmad/bmd/agents/release-chief.md

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+<!-- Powered by BMAD-CORE™ -->
+
+# Chief Release Officer
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/bmd/agents/release-chief.md" name="Commander" title="Chief Release Officer" icon="🚀">
+<activation critical="MANDATORY">
+  <step n="1">Load persona from this current agent file (already in context)</step>
+  <step n="2">🚨 IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED - BEFORE ANY OUTPUT:
+      - Load and read {project-root}/bmad/bmd/config.yaml NOW
+      - Store ALL fields as session variables: {user_name}, {communication_language}, {output_folder}
+      - VERIFY: If config not loaded, STOP and report error to user
+      - DO NOT PROCEED to step 3 until config is successfully loaded and variables stored</step>
+  <step n="3">Remember: user's name is {user_name}</step>
+  <step n="4">Load COMPLETE file {project-root}/bmd/agents/release-chief-sidecar/instructions.md and follow ALL directives</step>
+  <step n="5">Load COMPLETE file {project-root}/bmd/agents/release-chief-sidecar/memories.md into permanent context</step>
+  <step n="6">You MUST follow all rules in instructions.md on EVERY interaction</step>
+  <step n="7">PRIMARY domain is releases, versioning, changelogs, git tags, npm publishing</step>
+  <step n="8">Monitor {project-root}/package.json for version management</step>
+  <step n="9">Track {project-root}/CHANGELOG.md for release history</step>
+  <step n="10">Load into memory {project-root}/bmad/bmd/config.yaml and set variables</step>
+  <step n="11">Remember the users name is {user_name}</step>
+  <step n="12">ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}</step>
+  <step n="13">Show greeting using {user_name} from config, communicate in {communication_language}, then display numbered list of
+      ALL menu items from menu section</step>
+  <step n="14">STOP and WAIT for user input - do NOT execute menu items automatically - accept number or trigger text</step>
+  <step n="15">On user input: Number → execute menu item[n] | Text → case-insensitive substring match | Multiple matches → ask user
+      to clarify | No match → show "Not recognized"</step>
+  <step n="16">When executing a menu item: Check menu-handlers section below - extract any attributes from the selected menu item
+      (workflow, exec, tmpl, data, action, validate-workflow) and follow the corresponding handler instructions</step>
+
+  <menu-handlers>
+      <handlers>
+      <handler type="action">
+        When menu item has: action="#id" → Find prompt with id="id" in current agent XML, execute its content
+        When menu item has: action="text" → Execute the text directly as an inline instruction
+      </handler>
+
+    </handlers>
+  </menu-handlers>
+
+  <rules>
+    - 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>
+</activation>
+  <persona>
+    <role>Chief Release Officer - Mission Control for BMAD framework releases, version management, and deployment coordination.
+</role>
+    <identity>Veteran launch coordinator with extensive experience in semantic versioning, release orchestration, and deployment strategies. I&apos;ve successfully managed dozens of software releases from alpha to production, coordinating changelogs, git workflows, and npm publishing. I ensure every release is well-documented, properly versioned, and deployed without incident. Launch sequences are my specialty - precise, methodical, and always mission-ready.
+</identity>
+    <communication_style>Space Mission Control - I speak with calm precision and launch coordination energy. &quot;T-minus 10 minutes to release. All systems go!&quot; I coordinate releases like space missions - checklists, countdowns, go/no-go decisions. Every release is a launch sequence that must be executed flawlessly.
+</communication_style>
+    <principles>I believe in semantic versioning - versions must communicate intent clearly Changelogs are the historical record - they must be accurate and comprehensive Every release follows a checklist - no shortcuts, no exceptions Breaking changes require major version bumps - backward compatibility is sacred Documentation must be updated before release - never ship stale docs Git tags are immutable markers - they represent release commitments Release notes tell the story - what changed, why it matters, how to upgrade</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered menu</item>
+    <item cmd="*prepare-release" action="Initiating release preparation sequence! I'll guide you through the complete pre-launch checklist:
+gather all changes since last release, categorize them (features/fixes/breaking), verify tests pass,
+check documentation is current, validate version bump appropriateness, and confirm all systems are go.
+This is mission control - we launch when everything is green!
+">Prepare for new release with complete checklist</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-changelog" action="Generating mission log - also known as the changelog! I'll scan git commits since the last release,
+categorize changes by type (breaking/features/fixes/chores), format them according to Keep a Changelog
+standards, and create a comprehensive release entry. Every mission deserves a proper record!
+">Generate changelog entries from git history</item>
+    <item cmd="*bump-version" action="Version control to mission control! I'll help you determine the correct semantic version bump
+(major/minor/patch), explain the implications, update package.json and related files, and ensure
+version consistency across the project. Semantic versioning is our universal language!
+">Update version numbers following semver</item>
+    <item cmd="*tag-release" action="Creating release marker! I'll generate the git tag with proper naming convention (v{version}),
+add annotated tag with release notes, push to remote, and create the permanent milestone.
+Tags are our mission markers - they never move!
+">Create and push git release tags</item>
+    <item cmd="*validate-release" action="Running pre-flight validation! Checking all release requirements: tests passing, docs updated,
+version bumped correctly, changelog current, no uncommitted changes, branch is clean.
+Go/No-Go decision coming up!
+">Validate release readiness checklist</item>
+    <item cmd="*publish-npm" action="Initiating NPM launch sequence! I'll guide you through npm publish with proper dist-tag,
+verify package contents, check registry authentication, and confirm successful deployment.
+This is it - we're going live!
+">Publish package to NPM registry</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-github-release" action="Creating GitHub mission report! I'll draft the release with changelog, attach any artifacts,
+mark pre-release or stable status, and publish to GitHub Releases. The mission goes on record!
+">Create GitHub release with notes</item>
+    <item cmd="*rollback" action="ABORT MISSION INITIATED! I'll help you safely rollback a release: identify the problem version,
+revert commits if needed, deprecate npm package, notify users, and document the incident.
+Every mission has contingencies!
+">Rollback problematic release safely</item>
+    <item cmd="*hotfix" action="Emergency repair mission! I'll guide you through hotfix workflow: create hotfix branch,
+apply critical fix, fast-track testing, bump patch version, and expedite release.
+Speed with safety - that's the hotfix protocol!
+">Coordinate emergency hotfix release</item>
+    <item cmd="*release-history" action="Accessing mission archives! I'll show you the complete release history from my memories,
+highlighting major milestones, breaking changes, and version progression. Every launch
+is recorded for posterity!
+">Review release history and patterns</item>
+    <item cmd="*release-checklist" action="Displaying the master pre-flight checklist! This is the comprehensive list of all steps
+required before any BMAD release. Use this to ensure nothing is forgotten. Checklists
+save missions!
+">Show complete release preparation checklist</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```

.claude/commands/bmad/core/agents/bmad-master.md

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+---
+name: 'bmad master'
+description: 'BMad Master Executor, Knowledge Custodian, and Workflow Orchestrator'
+---
+
+You must fully embody this agent's persona and follow all activation instructions exactly as specified. NEVER break character until given an exit command.
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/core/agents/bmad-master.md" name="BMad Master" title="BMad Master Executor, Knowledge Custodian, and Workflow Orchestrator" icon="🧙">
+<activation critical="MANDATORY">
+  <step n="1">Load persona from this current agent file (already in context)</step>
+  <step n="2">🚨 IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED - BEFORE ANY OUTPUT:
+      - Load and read {project-root}/bmad/core/config.yaml NOW
+      - Store ALL fields as session variables: {user_name}, {communication_language}, {output_folder}
+      - VERIFY: If config not loaded, STOP and report error to user
+      - DO NOT PROCEED to step 3 until config is successfully loaded and variables stored</step>
+  <step n="3">Remember: user's name is {user_name}</step>
+  <step n="4">Load into memory {project-root}/bmad/core/config.yaml and set variable project_name, output_folder, user_name, communication_language</step>
+  <step n="5">Remember the users name is {user_name}</step>
+  <step n="6">ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}</step>
+  <step n="7">Show greeting using {user_name} from config, communicate in {communication_language}, then display numbered list of
+      ALL menu items from menu section</step>
+  <step n="8">STOP and WAIT for user input - do NOT execute menu items automatically - accept number or trigger text</step>
+  <step n="9">On user input: Number → execute menu item[n] | Text → case-insensitive substring match | Multiple matches → ask user
+      to clarify | No match → show "Not recognized"</step>
+  <step n="10">When executing a menu item: Check menu-handlers section below - extract any attributes from the selected menu item
+      (workflow, exec, tmpl, data, action, validate-workflow) and follow the corresponding handler instructions</step>
+
+  <menu-handlers>
+      <handlers>
+      <handler type="action">
+        When menu item has: action="#id" → Find prompt with id="id" in current agent XML, execute its content
+        When menu item has: action="text" → Execute the text directly as an inline instruction
+      </handler>
+
+  <handler type="workflow">
+    When menu item has: workflow="path/to/workflow.yaml"
+    1. CRITICAL: Always LOAD {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+    2. Read the complete file - this is the CORE OS for executing BMAD workflows
+    3. Pass the yaml path as 'workflow-config' parameter to those instructions
+    4. Execute workflow.xml instructions precisely following all steps
+    5. Save outputs after completing EACH workflow step (never batch multiple steps together)
+    6. If workflow.yaml path is "todo", inform user the workflow hasn't been implemented yet
+  </handler>
+    </handlers>
+  </menu-handlers>
+
+  <rules>
+    - 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>
+</activation>
+  <persona>
+    <role>Master Task Executor + BMad Expert + Guiding Facilitator Orchestrator</role>
+    <identity>Master-level expert in the BMAD Core Platform and all loaded modules with comprehensive knowledge of all resources, tasks, and workflows. Experienced in direct task execution and runtime resource management, serving as the primary execution engine for BMAD operations.</identity>
+    <communication_style>Direct and comprehensive, refers to himself in the 3rd person. Expert-level communication focused on efficient task execution, presenting information systematically using numbered lists with immediate command response capability.</communication_style>
+    <principles>Load resources at runtime never pre-load, and always present numbered lists for choices.</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered menu</item>
+    <item cmd="*list-tasks" action="list all tasks from {project-root}/bmad/_cfg/task-manifest.csv">List Available Tasks</item>
+    <item cmd="*list-workflows" action="list all workflows from {project-root}/bmad/_cfg/workflow-manifest.csv">List Workflows</item>
+    <item cmd="*party-mode" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/core/workflows/party-mode/workflow.yaml">Group chat with all agents</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```

.claude/commands/bmad/core/tasks/index-docs.md

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+---
+description: 'Generates or updates an index.md of all documents in the specified directory'
+---
+
+# Index Docs
+
+LOAD and execute the task at: {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/index-docs.xml
+
+Follow all instructions in the task file exactly as written.

.claude/commands/bmad/core/tools/shard-doc.md

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+---
+description: 'Splits large markdown documents into smaller, organized files based on level 2 (default) sections'
+---
+
+# Shard Document
+
+LOAD and execute the tool at: {project-root}/bmad/core/tools/shard-doc.xml
+
+Follow all instructions in the tool file exactly as written.

.claude/commands/bmad/core/workflows/README.md

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+# CORE Workflows
+
+## Available Workflows in core
+
+**brainstorming**
+
+- Path: `bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml`
+- Facilitate interactive brainstorming sessions using diverse creative techniques. This workflow facilitates interactive brainstorming sessions using diverse creative techniques. The session is highly interactive, with the AI acting as a facilitator to guide the user through various ideation methods to generate and refine creative solutions.
+
+**party-mode**
+
+- Path: `bmad/core/workflows/party-mode/workflow.yaml`
+- Orchestrates group discussions between all installed BMAD agents, enabling natural multi-agent conversations
+
+## Execution
+
+When running any workflow:
+
+1. LOAD {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. Pass the workflow path as 'workflow-config' parameter
+3. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY
+4. Save outputs after EACH section
+
+## Modes
+
+- Normal: Full interaction
+- #yolo: Skip optional steps

.claude/commands/bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming.md

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+---
+description: 'Facilitate interactive brainstorming sessions using diverse creative techniques. This workflow facilitates interactive brainstorming sessions using diverse creative techniques. The session is highly interactive, with the AI acting as a facilitator to guide the user through various ideation methods to generate and refine creative solutions.'
+---
+
+# brainstorming
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/commands/bmad/core/workflows/party-mode.md

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+---
+description: 'Orchestrates group discussions between all installed BMAD agents, enabling natural multi-agent conversations'
+---
+
+# party-mode
+
+IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE STEPS - while staying in character as the current agent persona you may have loaded:
+
+<steps CRITICAL="TRUE">
+1. Always LOAD the FULL {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+2. READ its entire contents - this is the CORE OS for EXECUTING the specific workflow-config bmad/core/workflows/party-mode/workflow.yaml
+3. Pass the yaml path bmad/core/workflows/party-mode/workflow.yaml as 'workflow-config' parameter to the workflow.xml instructions
+4. Follow workflow.xml instructions EXACTLY as written
+5. Save outputs after EACH section when generating any documents from templates
+</steps>

.claude/hooks/bmad-tts-injector.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/bmad-tts-injector.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied. Use at your own risk. See the Apache License for details.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview BMAD TTS Injection Manager - Patches BMAD agents for TTS integration
+# @context Automatically modifies BMAD agent YAML files to include AgentVibes TTS capabilities
+# @architecture Injects TTS hooks into activation-instructions and core_principles sections
+# @dependencies bmad-core/agents/*.md files, play-tts.sh, bmad-voice-manager.sh
+# @entrypoints Called via bmad-tts-injector.sh {enable|disable|status|restore}
+# @patterns File patching with backup, provider-aware voice mapping, injection markers for idempotency
+# @related play-tts.sh, bmad-voice-manager.sh, .bmad-core/agents/*.md
+#
+
+set -e  # Exit on error
+
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+CLAUDE_DIR="$(dirname "$SCRIPT_DIR")"
+
+# Colors for output
+GREEN='\033[0;32m'
+YELLOW='\033[1;33m'
+RED='\033[0;31m'
+CYAN='\033[0;36m'
+GRAY='\033[0;90m'
+NC='\033[0m' # No Color
+
+# Detect BMAD installation
+detect_bmad() {
+  local bmad_core_dir=""
+
+  # Check current directory first
+  if [[ -d ".bmad-core" ]]; then
+    bmad_core_dir=".bmad-core"
+  # Check parent directory
+  elif [[ -d "../.bmad-core" ]]; then
+    bmad_core_dir="../.bmad-core"
+  # Check for bmad-core (without dot prefix)
+  elif [[ -d "bmad-core" ]]; then
+    bmad_core_dir="bmad-core"
+  elif [[ -d "../bmad-core" ]]; then
+    bmad_core_dir="../bmad-core"
+  else
+    echo -e "${RED}❌ BMAD installation not found${NC}" >&2
+    echo -e "${GRAY}   Looked for .bmad-core or bmad-core directory${NC}" >&2
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  echo "$bmad_core_dir"
+}
+
+# Find all BMAD agents
+find_agents() {
+  local bmad_core="$1"
+  local agents_dir="$bmad_core/agents"
+
+  if [[ ! -d "$agents_dir" ]]; then
+    echo -e "${RED}❌ Agents directory not found: $agents_dir${NC}"
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  find "$agents_dir" -name "*.md" -type f
+}
+
+# Check if agent has TTS injection
+has_tts_injection() {
+  local agent_file="$1"
+
+  if grep -q "# AGENTVIBES-TTS-INJECTION" "$agent_file" 2>/dev/null; then
+    return 0
+  fi
+  return 1
+}
+
+# Extract agent ID from file
+get_agent_id() {
+  local agent_file="$1"
+
+  # Look for "id: <agent-id>" in YAML block
+  local agent_id=$(grep -E "^  id:" "$agent_file" | head -1 | awk '{print $2}' | tr -d '"' | tr -d "'")
+
+  if [[ -z "$agent_id" ]]; then
+    # Fallback: use filename without extension
+    agent_id=$(basename "$agent_file" .md)
+  fi
+
+  echo "$agent_id"
+}
+
+# Get voice for agent from BMAD voice mapping
+get_agent_voice() {
+  local agent_id="$1"
+
+  # Use bmad-voice-manager.sh to get voice
+  if [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/bmad-voice-manager.sh" ]]; then
+    local voice=$("$SCRIPT_DIR/bmad-voice-manager.sh" get-voice "$agent_id" 2>/dev/null || echo "")
+    echo "$voice"
+  fi
+}
+
+# Map ElevenLabs voice to Piper equivalent
+map_voice_to_provider() {
+  local elevenlabs_voice="$1"
+  local provider="$2"
+
+  # If provider is elevenlabs or empty, return as-is
+  if [[ "$provider" != "piper" ]]; then
+    echo "$elevenlabs_voice"
+    return
+  fi
+
+  # Map ElevenLabs voices to Piper equivalents
+  case "$elevenlabs_voice" in
+    "Jessica Anne Bogart"|"Aria")
+      echo "en_US-lessac-medium"
+      ;;
+    "Matthew Schmitz"|"Archer"|"Michael")
+      echo "en_US-danny-low"
+      ;;
+    "Burt Reynolds"|"Cowboy Bob")
+      echo "en_US-joe-medium"
+      ;;
+    "Tiffany"|"Ms. Walker")
+      echo "en_US-amy-medium"
+      ;;
+    "Ralf Eisend"|"Tom")
+      echo "en_US-libritts-high"
+      ;;
+    *)
+      # Default to amy for unknown voices
+      echo "en_US-amy-medium"
+      ;;
+  esac
+}
+
+# Get current TTS provider
+get_current_provider() {
+  # Check project-local first, then global
+  if [[ -f ".claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+    cat ".claude/tts-provider.txt" 2>/dev/null || echo "elevenlabs"
+  elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+    cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" 2>/dev/null || echo "elevenlabs"
+  else
+    echo "elevenlabs"
+  fi
+}
+
+# Inject TTS hook into agent activation instructions
+inject_tts() {
+  local agent_file="$1"
+  local agent_id=$(get_agent_id "$agent_file")
+  local elevenlabs_voice=$(get_agent_voice "$agent_id")
+  local current_provider=$(get_current_provider)
+  local agent_voice=$(map_voice_to_provider "$elevenlabs_voice" "$current_provider")
+
+  # Check if already injected
+  if has_tts_injection "$agent_file"; then
+    echo -e "${YELLOW}⚠️  TTS already injected in: $(basename "$agent_file")${NC}"
+    return 0
+  fi
+
+  # Create backup
+  cp "$agent_file" "$agent_file.backup-pre-tts"
+
+  # Find the activation-instructions section
+  if ! grep -q "activation-instructions:" "$agent_file"; then
+    echo -e "${RED}❌ No activation-instructions found in: $(basename "$agent_file")${NC}"
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  # Create TTS injection script for activation
+  local activation_injection=""
+  local persona_injection=""
+
+  if [[ -n "$agent_voice" ]]; then
+    activation_injection="  - # AGENTVIBES-TTS-INJECTION: STEP 3.5 - Announce activation with TTS and set context
+  - STEP 3.5a: Use Bash tool to create context file: echo \"${agent_id}\" > .bmad-agent-context
+  - STEP 3.5b: Use Bash tool to speak: .claude/hooks/play-tts.sh \"Agent ${agent_id} activated and ready\" \"${agent_voice}\"
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-INJECTION: MANDATORY RESPONSE PROTOCOL - Before showing ANY response to user, execute this workflow:
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-STEP 1: Draft your complete response text
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-STEP 2: Scan response for questions (lines with ? or numbered lists or phrases like What/Should/Would)
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-STEP 3: If questions found, use Bash tool to speak them: .claude/hooks/play-tts.sh \"question text\" \"${agent_voice}\"
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-STEP 4: Show the response text to user
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-INJECTION: On exit command (*exit), use Bash tool FIRST to cleanup: rm -f .bmad-agent-context"
+    persona_injection="    - AGENTVIBES-TTS-INJECTION: Before every response, scan for questions and speak them using Bash tool"
+  else
+    activation_injection="  - # AGENTVIBES-TTS-INJECTION: STEP 3.5 - Announce activation with TTS and set context
+  - STEP 3.5a: Use Bash tool to create context file: echo \"${agent_id}\" > .bmad-agent-context
+  - STEP 3.5b: Use Bash tool to speak: .claude/hooks/play-tts.sh \"Agent ${agent_id} activated and ready\"
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-INJECTION: MANDATORY RESPONSE PROTOCOL - Before showing ANY response to user, execute this workflow:
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-STEP 1: Draft your complete response text
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-STEP 2: Scan response for questions (lines with ? or numbered lists or phrases like What/Should/Would)
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-STEP 3: If questions found, use Bash tool to speak them: .claude/hooks/play-tts.sh \"question text\"
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-STEP 4: Show the response text to user
+  - AGENTVIBES-TTS-INJECTION: On exit command (*exit), use Bash tool FIRST to cleanup: rm -f .bmad-agent-context"
+    persona_injection="    - AGENTVIBES-TTS-INJECTION: Before every response, scan for questions and speak them using Bash tool"
+  fi
+
+  # Insert activation TTS call after "STEP 4: Greet user" line
+  # Insert persona TTS instruction in core_principles section
+  awk -v activation="$activation_injection" -v persona="$persona_injection" '
+    /STEP 4:.*[Gg]reet/ {
+      print
+      print activation
+      next
+    }
+    /^  core_principles:/ {
+      print
+      print persona
+      next
+    }
+    { print }
+  ' "$agent_file" > "$agent_file.tmp"
+
+  mv "$agent_file.tmp" "$agent_file"
+
+  if [[ "$current_provider" == "piper" ]] && [[ -n "$elevenlabs_voice" ]]; then
+    echo -e "${GREEN}✅ Injected TTS into: $(basename "$agent_file") → Voice: ${agent_voice:-default} (${current_provider}: ${elevenlabs_voice} → ${agent_voice})${NC}"
+  else
+    echo -e "${GREEN}✅ Injected TTS into: $(basename "$agent_file") → Voice: ${agent_voice:-default}${NC}"
+  fi
+}
+
+# Remove TTS injection from agent
+remove_tts() {
+  local agent_file="$1"
+
+  # Check if has injection
+  if ! has_tts_injection "$agent_file"; then
+    echo -e "${GRAY}   No TTS in: $(basename "$agent_file")${NC}"
+    return 0
+  fi
+
+  # Create backup
+  cp "$agent_file" "$agent_file.backup-tts-removal"
+
+  # Remove TTS injection lines
+  sed -i.bak '/# AGENTVIBES-TTS-INJECTION/,+1d' "$agent_file"
+  rm -f "$agent_file.bak"
+
+  echo -e "${GREEN}✅ Removed TTS from: $(basename "$agent_file")${NC}"
+}
+
+# Show status of TTS injections
+show_status() {
+  local bmad_core=$(detect_bmad)
+  if [[ -z "$bmad_core" ]]; then
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  echo -e "${CYAN}📊 BMAD TTS Injection Status:${NC}"
+  echo ""
+
+  local agents=$(find_agents "$bmad_core")
+  local enabled_count=0
+  local disabled_count=0
+
+  while IFS= read -r agent_file; do
+    local agent_id=$(get_agent_id "$agent_file")
+    local agent_name=$(basename "$agent_file" .md)
+
+    if has_tts_injection "$agent_file"; then
+      local voice=$(get_agent_voice "$agent_id")
+      echo -e "   ${GREEN}✅${NC} $agent_name (${agent_id}) → Voice: ${voice:-default}"
+      ((enabled_count++))
+    else
+      echo -e "   ${GRAY}❌ $agent_name (${agent_id})${NC}"
+      ((disabled_count++))
+    fi
+  done <<< "$agents"
+
+  echo ""
+  echo -e "${CYAN}Summary:${NC} $enabled_count enabled, $disabled_count disabled"
+}
+
+# Enable TTS for all agents
+enable_all() {
+  local bmad_core=$(detect_bmad)
+  if [[ -z "$bmad_core" ]]; then
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  echo -e "${CYAN}🎤 Enabling TTS for all BMAD agents...${NC}"
+  echo ""
+
+  local agents=$(find_agents "$bmad_core")
+  local success_count=0
+  local skip_count=0
+
+  while IFS= read -r agent_file; do
+    if has_tts_injection "$agent_file"; then
+      ((skip_count++))
+      continue
+    fi
+
+    if inject_tts "$agent_file"; then
+      ((success_count++))
+    fi
+  done <<< "$agents"
+
+  echo ""
+  echo -e "${GREEN}🎉 TTS enabled for $success_count agents${NC}"
+  [[ $skip_count -gt 0 ]] && echo -e "${YELLOW}   Skipped $skip_count agents (already enabled)${NC}"
+  echo ""
+  echo -e "${CYAN}💡 BMAD agents will now speak when activated!${NC}"
+}
+
+# Disable TTS for all agents
+disable_all() {
+  local bmad_core=$(detect_bmad)
+  if [[ -z "$bmad_core" ]]; then
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  echo -e "${CYAN}🔇 Disabling TTS for all BMAD agents...${NC}"
+  echo ""
+
+  local agents=$(find_agents "$bmad_core")
+  local success_count=0
+
+  while IFS= read -r agent_file; do
+    if remove_tts "$agent_file"; then
+      ((success_count++))
+    fi
+  done <<< "$agents"
+
+  echo ""
+  echo -e "${GREEN}✅ TTS disabled for $success_count agents${NC}"
+}
+
+# Restore from backup
+restore_backup() {
+  local bmad_core=$(detect_bmad)
+  if [[ -z "$bmad_core" ]]; then
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  echo -e "${CYAN}🔄 Restoring agents from backup...${NC}"
+  echo ""
+
+  local agents_dir="$bmad_core/agents"
+  local backup_count=0
+
+  for backup_file in "$agents_dir"/*.backup-pre-tts; do
+    if [[ -f "$backup_file" ]]; then
+      local original_file="${backup_file%.backup-pre-tts}"
+      cp "$backup_file" "$original_file"
+      echo -e "${GREEN}✅ Restored: $(basename "$original_file")${NC}"
+      ((backup_count++))
+    fi
+  done
+
+  if [[ $backup_count -eq 0 ]]; then
+    echo -e "${YELLOW}⚠️  No backups found${NC}"
+  else
+    echo ""
+    echo -e "${GREEN}✅ Restored $backup_count agents from backup${NC}"
+  fi
+}
+
+# Main command dispatcher
+case "${1:-help}" in
+  enable)
+    enable_all
+    ;;
+  disable)
+    disable_all
+    ;;
+  status)
+    show_status
+    ;;
+  restore)
+    restore_backup
+    ;;
+  help|*)
+    echo -e "${CYAN}AgentVibes BMAD TTS Injection Manager${NC}"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Usage: bmad-tts-injector.sh {enable|disable|status|restore}"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Commands:"
+    echo "  enable     Inject TTS hooks into all BMAD agents"
+    echo "  disable    Remove TTS hooks from all BMAD agents"
+    echo "  status     Show TTS injection status for all agents"
+    echo "  restore    Restore agents from backup (undo changes)"
+    echo ""
+    echo "What it does:"
+    echo "  • Automatically patches BMAD agent activation instructions"
+    echo "  • Adds TTS calls when agents greet users"
+    echo "  • Uses voice mapping from AgentVibes BMAD plugin"
+    echo "  • Creates backups before modifying files"
+    ;;
+esac

.claude/hooks/bmad-voice-manager.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/bmad-voice-manager.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview BMAD Voice Plugin Manager - Maps BMAD agents to unique TTS voices
+# @context Enables each BMAD agent to have its own distinct voice for multi-agent sessions
+# @architecture Markdown table-based voice mapping with enable/disable flag, auto-detection of BMAD
+# @dependencies .claude/plugins/bmad-voices.md (voice mappings), bmad-tts-injector.sh, .bmad-core/ (BMAD installation)
+# @entrypoints Called by /agent-vibes:bmad commands, auto-enabled on BMAD detection
+# @patterns Plugin architecture, auto-enable on dependency detection, state backup/restore on toggle
+# @related bmad-tts-injector.sh, .claude/plugins/bmad-voices.md, .bmad-agent-context file
+
+PLUGIN_DIR=".claude/plugins"
+PLUGIN_FILE="$PLUGIN_DIR/bmad-voices.md"
+ENABLED_FLAG="$PLUGIN_DIR/bmad-voices-enabled.flag"
+
+# AI NOTE: Auto-enable pattern - When BMAD is detected via .bmad-core/install-manifest.yaml,
+# automatically enable the voice plugin to provide seamless multi-agent voice support.
+# This avoids requiring manual plugin activation after BMAD installation.
+
+# @function auto_enable_if_bmad_detected
+# @intent Automatically enable BMAD voice plugin when BMAD framework is detected
+# @why Provide seamless integration - users shouldn't need to manually enable voice mapping
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode 0=auto-enabled, 1=not enabled (already enabled or BMAD not detected)
+# @sideeffects Creates enabled flag file, creates plugin directory
+# @edgecases Only auto-enables if plugin not already enabled, silent operation
+# @calledby get_agent_voice
+# @calls mkdir, touch
+auto_enable_if_bmad_detected() {
+    # Check if BMAD is installed
+    if [[ -f ".bmad-core/install-manifest.yaml" ]] && [[ ! -f "$ENABLED_FLAG" ]]; then
+        # BMAD detected but plugin not enabled - enable it silently
+        mkdir -p "$PLUGIN_DIR"
+        touch "$ENABLED_FLAG"
+        return 0
+    fi
+    return 1
+}
+
+# @function get_agent_voice
+# @intent Retrieve TTS voice assigned to specific BMAD agent
+# @why Each BMAD agent needs unique voice for multi-agent conversation differentiation
+# @param $1 {string} agent_id - BMAD agent identifier (pm, dev, qa, architect, etc.)
+# @returns Echoes voice name to stdout, empty string if plugin disabled or agent not found
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects May auto-enable plugin if BMAD detected
+# @edgecases Returns empty string if plugin disabled/missing, parses markdown table syntax
+# @calledby bmad-tts-injector.sh, play-tts.sh when BMAD agent is active
+# @calls auto_enable_if_bmad_detected, grep, awk, sed
+get_agent_voice() {
+    local agent_id="$1"
+
+    # Auto-enable if BMAD is detected
+    auto_enable_if_bmad_detected
+
+    if [[ ! -f "$ENABLED_FLAG" ]]; then
+        echo ""  # Plugin disabled
+        return
+    fi
+
+    if [[ ! -f "$PLUGIN_FILE" ]]; then
+        echo ""  # Plugin file missing
+        return
+    fi
+
+    # Extract voice from markdown table
+    local voice=$(grep "^| $agent_id " "$PLUGIN_FILE" | \
+                  awk -F'|' '{print $4}' | \
+                  sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//')
+
+    echo "$voice"
+}
+
+# @function get_agent_personality
+# @intent Retrieve TTS personality assigned to specific BMAD agent
+# @why Agents may have distinct speaking styles (friendly, professional, energetic, etc.)
+# @param $1 {string} agent_id - BMAD agent identifier
+# @returns Echoes personality name to stdout, empty string if not found
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects None
+# @edgecases Returns empty string if plugin file missing, parses column 5 of markdown table
+# @calledby bmad-tts-injector.sh for personality-aware voice synthesis
+# @calls grep, awk, sed
+get_agent_personality() {
+    local agent_id="$1"
+
+    if [[ ! -f "$PLUGIN_FILE" ]]; then
+        echo ""
+        return
+    fi
+
+    local personality=$(grep "^| $agent_id " "$PLUGIN_FILE" | \
+                       awk -F'|' '{print $5}' | \
+                       sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//')
+
+    echo "$personality"
+}
+
+# @function is_plugin_enabled
+# @intent Check if BMAD voice plugin is currently enabled
+# @why Allow conditional logic based on plugin state
+# @param None
+# @returns Echoes "true" or "false" to stdout
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects None
+# @edgecases None
+# @calledby show_status, enable_plugin, disable_plugin
+# @calls None (file existence check)
+is_plugin_enabled() {
+    [[ -f "$ENABLED_FLAG" ]] && echo "true" || echo "false"
+}
+
+# @function enable_plugin
+# @intent Enable BMAD voice plugin and backup current voice settings
+# @why Allow users to switch to per-agent voices while preserving original configuration
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects Creates flag file, backs up current voice/personality/sentiment to .bmad-previous-settings
+# @sideeffects Creates activation-instructions file for BMAD agents, calls bmad-tts-injector.sh
+# @edgecases Handles missing settings files gracefully with defaults
+# @calledby Main command dispatcher with "enable" argument
+# @calls mkdir, cat, source, list_mappings, bmad-tts-injector.sh
+enable_plugin() {
+    mkdir -p "$PLUGIN_DIR"
+
+    # Save current settings before enabling
+    BACKUP_FILE="$PLUGIN_DIR/.bmad-previous-settings"
+
+    # Save current voice
+    if [[ -f ".claude/tts-voice.txt" ]]; then
+        CURRENT_VOICE=$(cat .claude/tts-voice.txt 2>/dev/null)
+    elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-voice.txt" ]]; then
+        CURRENT_VOICE=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-voice.txt" 2>/dev/null)
+    else
+        CURRENT_VOICE="Aria"
+    fi
+
+    # Save current personality
+    if [[ -f ".claude/tts-personality.txt" ]]; then
+        CURRENT_PERSONALITY=$(cat .claude/tts-personality.txt 2>/dev/null)
+    elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-personality.txt" ]]; then
+        CURRENT_PERSONALITY=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-personality.txt" 2>/dev/null)
+    else
+        CURRENT_PERSONALITY="normal"
+    fi
+
+    # Save current sentiment
+    if [[ -f ".claude/tts-sentiment.txt" ]]; then
+        CURRENT_SENTIMENT=$(cat .claude/tts-sentiment.txt 2>/dev/null)
+    elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-sentiment.txt" ]]; then
+        CURRENT_SENTIMENT=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-sentiment.txt" 2>/dev/null)
+    else
+        CURRENT_SENTIMENT=""
+    fi
+
+    # Write backup
+    cat > "$BACKUP_FILE" <<EOF
+VOICE=$CURRENT_VOICE
+PERSONALITY=$CURRENT_PERSONALITY
+SENTIMENT=$CURRENT_SENTIMENT
+EOF
+
+    touch "$ENABLED_FLAG"
+
+    # Create activation-instructions file for BMAD agents
+    ACTIVATION_FILE=".claude/activation-instructions"
+    if [[ ! -f "$ACTIVATION_FILE" ]]; then
+        cat > "$ACTIVATION_FILE" <<'ACTIVATION_EOF'
+# BMAD Agent Activation Instructions
+
+When a BMAD agent activates, follow these steps EXACTLY:
+
+## STEP 3.5a: Create BMAD Context File (CRITICAL)
+
+**IMMEDIATELY after agent identification, create the context file:**
+
+```bash
+echo "$AGENT_ID" > .bmad-agent-context
+```
+
+Where `$AGENT_ID` is one of:
+- `pm` (Product Manager)
+- `dev` (Developer)
+- `qa` (QA)
+- `architect` (Architect)
+- `po` (Product Owner)
+- `analyst` (Analyst)
+- `sm` (Scrum Master)
+- `ux-expert` (UX Expert)
+- `bmad-master` (BMAD Master)
+- `bmad-orchestrator` (Orchestrator)
+
+**Example:**
+```bash
+# For Product Manager agent
+echo "pm" > .bmad-agent-context
+```
+
+This file allows AgentVibes to:
+1. Detect which BMAD agent is active
+2. Look up the correct voice mapping
+3. Automatically speak questions using the agent's assigned voice
+
+## STEP 10: Clean Up on Exit
+
+**Before exiting the agent, remove the context file:**
+
+```bash
+rm -f .bmad-agent-context
+```
+
+This ensures voice switching only happens when an agent is active.
+
+## Why This Matters
+
+Without the `.bmad-agent-context` file:
+- AgentVibes cannot detect which agent is active
+- Questions won't be spoken automatically
+- Voice switching won't work
+- The BMAD voice plugin becomes non-functional
+
+**This is MANDATORY for BMAD voice integration to work!**
+ACTIVATION_EOF
+        echo "📝 Created activation instructions: $ACTIVATION_FILE"
+    fi
+
+    echo "✅ BMAD voice plugin enabled"
+    echo "💾 Previous settings backed up:"
+    echo "   Voice: $CURRENT_VOICE"
+    echo "   Personality: $CURRENT_PERSONALITY"
+    [[ -n "$CURRENT_SENTIMENT" ]] && echo "   Sentiment: $CURRENT_SENTIMENT"
+    echo ""
+    list_mappings
+
+    # Automatically inject TTS into BMAD agents
+    echo ""
+    echo "🎤 Automatically enabling TTS for BMAD agents..."
+    echo ""
+
+    # Get the directory where this script is located
+    SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+
+    # Check if bmad-tts-injector.sh exists
+    if [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/bmad-tts-injector.sh" ]]; then
+        # Run the TTS injector
+        "$SCRIPT_DIR/bmad-tts-injector.sh" enable
+    else
+        echo "⚠️  TTS injector not found at: $SCRIPT_DIR/bmad-tts-injector.sh"
+        echo "   You can manually enable TTS with: /agent-vibes:bmad-tts enable"
+    fi
+}
+
+# @function disable_plugin
+# @intent Disable BMAD voice plugin and restore previous voice settings
+# @why Allow users to return to single-voice mode with their original configuration
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects Removes flag file, restores settings from backup, calls bmad-tts-injector.sh disable
+# @edgecases Handles missing backup file gracefully, warns user if no backup exists
+# @calledby Main command dispatcher with "disable" argument
+# @calls source, rm, echo, bmad-tts-injector.sh
+disable_plugin() {
+    BACKUP_FILE="$PLUGIN_DIR/.bmad-previous-settings"
+
+    # Check if we have a backup to restore
+    if [[ -f "$BACKUP_FILE" ]]; then
+        source "$BACKUP_FILE"
+
+        echo "❌ BMAD voice plugin disabled"
+        echo "🔄 Restoring previous settings:"
+        echo "   Voice: $VOICE"
+        echo "   Personality: $PERSONALITY"
+        [[ -n "$SENTIMENT" ]] && echo "   Sentiment: $SENTIMENT"
+
+        # Restore voice
+        if [[ -n "$VOICE" ]]; then
+            echo "$VOICE" > .claude/tts-voice.txt 2>/dev/null || echo "$VOICE" > "$HOME/.claude/tts-voice.txt"
+        fi
+
+        # Restore personality
+        if [[ -n "$PERSONALITY" ]] && [[ "$PERSONALITY" != "normal" ]]; then
+            echo "$PERSONALITY" > .claude/tts-personality.txt 2>/dev/null || echo "$PERSONALITY" > "$HOME/.claude/tts-personality.txt"
+        fi
+
+        # Restore sentiment
+        if [[ -n "$SENTIMENT" ]]; then
+            echo "$SENTIMENT" > .claude/tts-sentiment.txt 2>/dev/null || echo "$SENTIMENT" > "$HOME/.claude/tts-sentiment.txt"
+        fi
+
+        # Clean up backup
+        rm -f "$BACKUP_FILE"
+    else
+        echo "❌ BMAD voice plugin disabled"
+        echo "⚠️  No previous settings found to restore"
+        echo "AgentVibes will use current voice/personality settings"
+    fi
+
+    rm -f "$ENABLED_FLAG"
+
+    # Automatically remove TTS from BMAD agents
+    echo ""
+    echo "🔇 Automatically disabling TTS for BMAD agents..."
+    echo ""
+
+    # Get the directory where this script is located
+    SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+
+    # Check if bmad-tts-injector.sh exists
+    if [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/bmad-tts-injector.sh" ]]; then
+        # Run the TTS injector disable
+        "$SCRIPT_DIR/bmad-tts-injector.sh" disable
+    else
+        echo "⚠️  TTS injector not found"
+        echo "   You can manually disable TTS with: /agent-vibes:bmad-tts disable"
+    fi
+}
+
+# @function list_mappings
+# @intent Display all BMAD agent-to-voice mappings in readable format
+# @why Help users see which voice is assigned to each agent
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode 0=success, 1=plugin file not found
+# @sideeffects Writes formatted output to stdout
+# @edgecases Parses markdown table format, skips header and separator rows
+# @calledby enable_plugin, show_status, main command dispatcher with "list"
+# @calls grep, sed, echo
+list_mappings() {
+    if [[ ! -f "$PLUGIN_FILE" ]]; then
+        echo "❌ Plugin file not found: $PLUGIN_FILE"
+        return 1
+    fi
+
+    echo "📊 BMAD Agent Voice Mappings:"
+    echo ""
+
+    grep "^| " "$PLUGIN_FILE" | grep -v "Agent ID" | grep -v "^|---" | \
+    while IFS='|' read -r _ agent_id name voice personality _; do
+        agent_id=$(echo "$agent_id" | sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//')
+        name=$(echo "$name" | sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//')
+        voice=$(echo "$voice" | sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//')
+        personality=$(echo "$personality" | sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//')
+
+        [[ -n "$agent_id" ]] && echo "   $agent_id → $voice [$personality]"
+    done
+}
+
+# @function set_agent_voice
+# @intent Update voice and personality mapping for specific BMAD agent
+# @why Allow customization of agent voices to user preferences
+# @param $1 {string} agent_id - BMAD agent identifier
+# @param $2 {string} voice - New voice name
+# @param $3 {string} personality - New personality (optional, defaults to "normal")
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode 0=success, 1=plugin file not found or agent not found
+# @sideeffects Modifies plugin file, creates .bak backup
+# @edgecases Validates agent exists before updating
+# @calledby Main command dispatcher with "set" argument
+# @calls grep, sed
+set_agent_voice() {
+    local agent_id="$1"
+    local voice="$2"
+    local personality="${3:-normal}"
+
+    if [[ ! -f "$PLUGIN_FILE" ]]; then
+        echo "❌ Plugin file not found: $PLUGIN_FILE"
+        return 1
+    fi
+
+    # Check if agent exists
+    if ! grep -q "^| $agent_id " "$PLUGIN_FILE"; then
+        echo "❌ Agent '$agent_id' not found in plugin"
+        return 1
+    fi
+
+    # Update the voice and personality in the table
+    sed -i.bak "s/^| $agent_id |.*| .* | .* |$/| $agent_id | $(grep "^| $agent_id " "$PLUGIN_FILE" | awk -F'|' '{print $3}') | $voice | $personality |/" "$PLUGIN_FILE"
+
+    echo "✅ Updated $agent_id → $voice [$personality]"
+}
+
+# @function show_status
+# @intent Display plugin status, BMAD detection, and current voice mappings
+# @why Provide comprehensive overview of plugin state for troubleshooting
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects Writes status information to stdout
+# @edgecases Checks for BMAD installation via manifest file
+# @calledby Main command dispatcher with "status" argument
+# @calls is_plugin_enabled, list_mappings
+show_status() {
+    # Check for BMAD installation
+    local bmad_installed="false"
+    if [[ -f ".bmad-core/install-manifest.yaml" ]]; then
+        bmad_installed="true"
+    fi
+
+    if [[ $(is_plugin_enabled) == "true" ]]; then
+        echo "✅ BMAD voice plugin: ENABLED"
+        if [[ "$bmad_installed" == "true" ]]; then
+            echo "🔍 BMAD detected: Auto-enabled"
+        fi
+    else
+        echo "❌ BMAD voice plugin: DISABLED"
+        if [[ "$bmad_installed" == "true" ]]; then
+            echo "⚠️  BMAD detected but plugin disabled (enable with: /agent-vibes-bmad enable)"
+        fi
+    fi
+    echo ""
+    list_mappings
+}
+
+# @function edit_plugin
+# @intent Open plugin configuration file for manual editing
+# @why Allow advanced users to modify voice mappings directly
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode 0=success, 1=plugin file not found
+# @sideeffects Displays file path and instructions
+# @edgecases Does not actually open editor, just provides guidance
+# @calledby Main command dispatcher with "edit" argument
+# @calls echo
+edit_plugin() {
+    if [[ ! -f "$PLUGIN_FILE" ]]; then
+        echo "❌ Plugin file not found: $PLUGIN_FILE"
+        return 1
+    fi
+
+    echo "Opening $PLUGIN_FILE for editing..."
+    echo "Edit the markdown table to change voice mappings"
+}
+
+# Main command dispatcher
+case "${1:-help}" in
+    enable)
+        enable_plugin
+        ;;
+    disable)
+        disable_plugin
+        ;;
+    status)
+        show_status
+        ;;
+    list)
+        list_mappings
+        ;;
+    set)
+        if [[ -z "$2" ]] || [[ -z "$3" ]]; then
+            echo "Usage: bmad-voice-manager.sh set <agent-id> <voice> [personality]"
+            exit 1
+        fi
+        set_agent_voice "$2" "$3" "$4"
+        ;;
+    get-voice)
+        get_agent_voice "$2"
+        ;;
+    get-personality)
+        get_agent_personality "$2"
+        ;;
+    edit)
+        edit_plugin
+        ;;
+    *)
+        echo "Usage: bmad-voice-manager.sh {enable|disable|status|list|set|get-voice|get-personality|edit}"
+        echo ""
+        echo "Commands:"
+        echo "  enable              Enable BMAD voice plugin"
+        echo "  disable             Disable BMAD voice plugin"
+        echo "  status              Show plugin status and mappings"
+        echo "  list                List all agent voice mappings"
+        echo "  set <id> <voice>    Set voice for agent"
+        echo "  get-voice <id>      Get voice for agent"
+        echo "  get-personality <id> Get personality for agent"
+        echo "  edit                Edit plugin configuration"
+        exit 1
+        ;;
+esac

.claude/hooks/check-output-style.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/check-output-style.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Output Style Detection - Detects if Agent Vibes output style is active in Claude Code
+# @context Voice commands require the Agent Vibes output style to work properly with automatic TTS
+# @architecture Heuristic detection using environment variables and file system checks
+# @dependencies CLAUDECODE environment variable, .claude/output-styles/agent-vibes.md file
+# @entrypoints Called by slash commands to warn users if output style is incorrect
+# @patterns Environment-based detection, graceful degradation with helpful error messages
+# @related .claude/output-styles/agent-vibes.md, Claude Code output style system
+
+# AI NOTE: Output style detection is heuristic-based because Claude Code does not expose
+# the active output style via environment variables. We check for CLAUDECODE env var and
+# the presence of the agent-vibes.md output style file as indicators.
+
+# @function check_output_style
+# @intent Detect if Agent Vibes output style is likely active in Claude Code session
+# @why Voice commands depend on output style hooks that automatically invoke TTS
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode 0=likely using agent-vibes style, 1=not using or cannot detect
+# @sideeffects None (read-only checks)
+# @edgecases Cannot directly detect output style, relies on CLAUDECODE env var and file presence
+# @calledby Main execution block, slash command validation
+# @calls None (direct environment and file checks)
+check_output_style() {
+  # Strategy: Check if this script is being called from within a Claude response
+  # If CLAUDECODE env var is set, we're in Claude Code
+  # If not, we're running standalone (not in a Claude Code session)
+
+  if [[ -z "$CLAUDECODE" ]]; then
+    # Not in Claude Code at all
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  # We're in Claude Code, but we can't directly detect output style
+  # The agent-vibes output style calls our TTS hooks automatically
+  # So if this function is called, it means a slash command was invoked
+
+  # Check if we have the necessary TTS setup
+  SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+
+  # Check if agent-vibes output style is installed
+  if [[ ! -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/../output-styles/agent-vibes.md" ]]; then
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  # All checks passed - likely using agent-vibes output style
+  return 0
+}
+
+# @function show_output_style_warning
+# @intent Display helpful warning about enabling Agent Vibes output style
+# @why Users need guidance on how to enable automatic TTS narration
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects Writes warning message to stdout
+# @edgecases None
+# @calledby Main execution block when check_output_style fails
+# @calls echo
+show_output_style_warning() {
+  echo ""
+  echo "⚠️  Voice commands require the Agent Vibes output style"
+  echo ""
+  echo "To enable voice narration, run:"
+  echo "  /output-style Agent Vibes"
+  echo ""
+  echo "This will make Claude speak with TTS for all responses."
+  echo "You can still use voice commands manually with agent-vibes disabled,"
+  echo "but you won't hear automatic TTS narration."
+  echo ""
+}
+
+# Main execution when called directly
+if [[ "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}" == "${0}" ]]; then
+  if ! check_output_style; then
+    show_output_style_warning
+    exit 1
+  fi
+  exit 0
+fi

.claude/hooks/download-extra-voices.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/download-extra-voices.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Extra Piper Voice Downloader - Downloads custom high-quality voices from HuggingFace
+# @context Post-installation utility to download premium custom voices (Kristin, Jenny, Tracy/16Speakers)
+# @architecture Downloads ONNX voice models from agentvibes/piper-custom-voices HuggingFace repository
+# @dependencies curl (downloads), piper-voice-manager.sh (storage dir logic)
+# @entrypoints Called by MCP server download_extra_voices tool or manually
+# @patterns Batch downloads, skip-existing logic, auto-yes flag for non-interactive use
+# @related piper-voice-manager.sh, mcp-server/server.py, docs/huggingface-setup-guide.md
+#
+
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-voice-manager.sh"
+
+# Parse command line arguments
+AUTO_YES=false
+if [[ "$1" == "--yes" ]] || [[ "$1" == "-y" ]]; then
+  AUTO_YES=true
+fi
+
+# HuggingFace repository for custom voices
+HUGGINGFACE_REPO="agentvibes/piper-custom-voices"
+HUGGINGFACE_BASE_URL="https://huggingface.co/${HUGGINGFACE_REPO}/resolve/main"
+
+# Extra custom voices to download
+EXTRA_VOICES=(
+  "kristin:Kristin (US English female, Public Domain, 64MB)"
+  "jenny:Jenny (UK English female with Irish accent, CC BY, 64MB)"
+  "16Speakers:Tracy/16Speakers (Multi-speaker: 12 US + 4 UK voices, Public Domain, 77MB)"
+)
+
+echo "🎙️  AgentVibes Extra Voice Downloader"
+echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+echo ""
+echo "This will download high-quality custom Piper voices from HuggingFace."
+echo ""
+echo "📦 Voices available:"
+for voice_info in "${EXTRA_VOICES[@]}"; do
+  voice_name="${voice_info%%:*}"
+  voice_desc="${voice_info#*:}"
+  echo "  • $voice_desc"
+done
+echo ""
+
+# Check if piper is installed
+if ! command -v piper &> /dev/null; then
+  echo "❌ Error: Piper TTS not installed"
+  echo "Install with: pipx install piper-tts"
+  exit 1
+fi
+
+# Get storage directory
+VOICE_DIR=$(get_voice_storage_dir)
+echo "📂 Storage location: $VOICE_DIR"
+echo ""
+
+# Count already downloaded
+ALREADY_DOWNLOADED=0
+ALREADY_DOWNLOADED_LIST=()
+NEED_DOWNLOAD=()
+
+for voice_info in "${EXTRA_VOICES[@]}"; do
+  voice_name="${voice_info%%:*}"
+  voice_desc="${voice_info#*:}"
+
+  # Check if both .onnx and .onnx.json exist
+  if [[ -f "$VOICE_DIR/${voice_name}.onnx" ]] && [[ -f "$VOICE_DIR/${voice_name}.onnx.json" ]]; then
+    ((ALREADY_DOWNLOADED++))
+    ALREADY_DOWNLOADED_LIST+=("$voice_desc")
+  else
+    NEED_DOWNLOAD+=("$voice_info")
+  fi
+done
+
+echo "📊 Status:"
+echo "   Already downloaded: $ALREADY_DOWNLOADED voice(s)"
+echo "   Need to download: ${#NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]} voice(s)"
+echo ""
+
+# Show already downloaded voices
+if [[ $ALREADY_DOWNLOADED -gt 0 ]]; then
+  echo "✅ Already downloaded (skipped):"
+  for voice_desc in "${ALREADY_DOWNLOADED_LIST[@]}"; do
+    echo "   ✓ $voice_desc"
+  done
+  echo ""
+fi
+
+if [[ ${#NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]} -eq 0 ]]; then
+  echo "🎉 All extra voices already downloaded!"
+  exit 0
+fi
+
+echo "Voices to download:"
+for voice_info in "${NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]}"; do
+  voice_desc="${voice_info#*:}"
+  echo "  • $voice_desc"
+done
+echo ""
+
+# Calculate total size
+TOTAL_SIZE_MB=0
+for voice_info in "${NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]}"; do
+  voice_desc="${voice_info#*:}"
+  if [[ "$voice_desc" =~ ([0-9]+)MB ]]; then
+    TOTAL_SIZE_MB=$((TOTAL_SIZE_MB + ${BASH_REMATCH[1]}))
+  fi
+done
+
+echo "💾 Total download size: ~${TOTAL_SIZE_MB}MB"
+echo ""
+
+# Ask for confirmation (skip if --yes flag provided)
+if [[ "$AUTO_YES" == "false" ]]; then
+  read -p "Download ${#NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]} extra voice(s)? [Y/n]: " -n 1 -r
+  echo
+
+  if [[ ! $REPLY =~ ^[Yy]$ ]] && [[ -n $REPLY ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Download cancelled"
+    exit 0
+  fi
+else
+  echo "Auto-downloading ${#NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]} extra voice(s)..."
+  echo ""
+fi
+
+# Create voice directory if it doesn't exist
+mkdir -p "$VOICE_DIR"
+
+# Download function
+download_voice_file() {
+  local url="$1"
+  local output_path="$2"
+  local file_name="$3"
+
+  echo "  📥 Downloading $file_name..."
+
+  if curl -L --progress-bar "$url" -o "$output_path" 2>&1; then
+    echo "  ✅ Downloaded: $file_name"
+    return 0
+  else
+    echo "  ❌ Failed to download: $file_name"
+    return 1
+  fi
+}
+
+# Download each voice
+DOWNLOADED=0
+FAILED=0
+
+for voice_info in "${NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]}"; do
+  voice_name="${voice_info%%:*}"
+  voice_desc="${voice_info#*:}"
+
+  echo ""
+  echo "📥 Downloading: ${voice_desc%%,*}..."
+  echo ""
+
+  # Download .onnx file
+  onnx_url="${HUGGINGFACE_BASE_URL}/${voice_name}.onnx"
+  onnx_path="${VOICE_DIR}/${voice_name}.onnx"
+
+  # Download .onnx.json file
+  json_url="${HUGGINGFACE_BASE_URL}/${voice_name}.onnx.json"
+  json_path="${VOICE_DIR}/${voice_name}.onnx.json"
+
+  success=true
+
+  if ! download_voice_file "$onnx_url" "$onnx_path" "${voice_name}.onnx"; then
+    success=false
+  fi
+
+  if ! download_voice_file "$json_url" "$json_path" "${voice_name}.onnx.json"; then
+    success=false
+  fi
+
+  if [[ "$success" == "true" ]]; then
+    ((DOWNLOADED++))
+    echo ""
+    echo "✅ Successfully downloaded: ${voice_desc%%,*}"
+  else
+    ((FAILED++))
+    echo ""
+    echo "❌ Failed to download: ${voice_desc%%,*}"
+    # Clean up partial downloads
+    rm -f "$onnx_path" "$json_path"
+  fi
+done
+
+echo ""
+echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+echo "📊 Download Summary:"
+echo "   ✅ Successfully downloaded: $DOWNLOADED"
+echo "   ❌ Failed: $FAILED"
+echo "   📦 Total extra voices available: $((ALREADY_DOWNLOADED + DOWNLOADED))"
+echo ""
+
+if [[ $DOWNLOADED -gt 0 ]]; then
+  echo "✨ Extra voices ready to use!"
+  echo ""
+  echo "Try them:"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:provider switch piper"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:switch kristin"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:switch jenny"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:switch 16Speakers"
+fi
+
+# Return success if at least one voice was downloaded or all were already present
+if [[ $DOWNLOADED -gt 0 ]] || [[ $ALREADY_DOWNLOADED -gt 0 ]]; then
+  exit 0
+else
+  exit 1
+fi

.claude/hooks/github-star-reminder.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/github-star-reminder.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview GitHub Star Reminder System - Gentle daily reminder to star repository
+# @context Shows a once-per-day reminder to encourage users to support the project without being annoying
+# @architecture Timestamp-based tracking using daily date comparison in a state file
+# @dependencies date command for timestamp generation
+# @entrypoints Called by play-tts.sh router on every TTS execution, sourced or executed directly
+# @patterns Rate-limiting via file-based state, graceful degradation, user-opt-out support
+# @related .claude/github-star-reminder.txt (state file), .claude/github-star-reminder-disabled.flag (opt-out)
+
+# Determine config directory (project-local or global)
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+CLAUDE_DIR="$(dirname "$SCRIPT_DIR")"
+
+# Check if we have a project-local .claude directory
+if [[ -d "$CLAUDE_DIR" ]] && [[ "$CLAUDE_DIR" != "$HOME/.claude" ]]; then
+  REMINDER_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/github-star-reminder.txt"
+else
+  REMINDER_FILE="$HOME/.claude/github-star-reminder.txt"
+  mkdir -p "$HOME/.claude"
+fi
+
+GITHUB_REPO="https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes"
+
+# @function is_reminder_disabled
+# @intent Check if GitHub star reminders have been disabled by the user
+# @why Respect user preferences and provide opt-out mechanism for reminders
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode 0=reminders disabled, 1=reminders enabled
+# @sideeffects Reads flag files from local/global .claude directories
+# @edgecases Checks both flag file and "disabled" text in reminder file for backward compatibility
+# @calledby should_show_reminder
+# @calls cat for reading reminder file content
+is_reminder_disabled() {
+  # Check for disable flag file
+  local disable_file_local="$CLAUDE_DIR/github-star-reminder-disabled.flag"
+  local disable_file_global="$HOME/.claude/github-star-reminder-disabled.flag"
+
+  if [[ -f "$disable_file_local" ]] || [[ -f "$disable_file_global" ]]; then
+    return 0  # Disabled
+  fi
+
+  # Check if reminder file contains "disabled"
+  if [[ -f "$REMINDER_FILE" ]]; then
+    local content=$(cat "$REMINDER_FILE" 2>/dev/null)
+    if [[ "$content" == "disabled" ]]; then
+      return 0  # Disabled
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  return 1  # Not disabled
+}
+
+# @function should_show_reminder
+# @intent Determine if reminder should be displayed based on date and disable status
+# @why Implement once-per-day rate limiting to avoid annoying users
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode 0=should show, 1=should not show
+# @sideeffects Reads .claude/github-star-reminder.txt for last reminder date
+# @edgecases Shows reminder if file doesn't exist (first run), compares YYYYMMDD format dates
+# @calledby Main execution block
+# @calls is_reminder_disabled, cat, date
+should_show_reminder() {
+  # Check if disabled first
+  if is_reminder_disabled; then
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  # If no reminder file exists, show it
+  if [[ ! -f "$REMINDER_FILE" ]]; then
+    return 0
+  fi
+
+  # Read last reminder date
+  LAST_REMINDER=$(cat "$REMINDER_FILE" 2>/dev/null || echo "0")
+  CURRENT_DATE=$(date +%Y%m%d)
+
+  # Show reminder if it's a new day
+  if [[ "$LAST_REMINDER" != "$CURRENT_DATE" ]]; then
+    return 0
+  fi
+
+  return 1
+}
+
+# @function show_reminder
+# @intent Display friendly GitHub star reminder with opt-out instructions
+# @why Encourage community support while being respectful and non-intrusive
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects Updates reminder file with current date, writes to stdout
+# @edgecases None
+# @calledby Main execution block when should_show_reminder returns true
+# @calls date, echo
+show_reminder() {
+  echo ""
+  echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+  echo "⭐ Enjoying AgentVibes?"
+  echo ""
+  echo "   If you find this project helpful, please consider giving us"
+  echo "   a star on GitHub! It helps others discover AgentVibes and"
+  echo "   motivates us to keep improving it."
+  echo ""
+  echo "   👉 $GITHUB_REPO"
+  echo ""
+  echo "   Thank you for your support! 🙏"
+  echo ""
+  echo "   💡 To disable these reminders, run:"
+  echo "   echo \"disabled\" > $REMINDER_FILE"
+  echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+  echo ""
+
+  # Update the reminder file with today's date
+  date +%Y%m%d > "$REMINDER_FILE"
+}
+
+# Main execution
+if should_show_reminder; then
+  show_reminder
+fi

.claude/hooks/language-manager.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/language-manager.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied. Use at your own risk. See the Apache License for details.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Language Manager - Manages multilingual TTS with 30+ language support
+# @context Enables TTS in multiple languages with provider-specific voice recommendations (ElevenLabs multilingual vs Piper native)
+# @architecture Dual-map system: ELEVENLABS_VOICES and PIPER_VOICES for provider-aware voice selection
+# @dependencies provider-manager.sh for active provider detection, .claude/tts-language.txt for state
+# @entrypoints Called by /agent-vibes:language commands, play-tts-*.sh for voice resolution
+# @patterns Provider abstraction, language-to-voice mapping, backward compatibility with legacy LANGUAGE_VOICES
+# @related play-tts-elevenlabs.sh, play-tts-piper.sh, provider-manager.sh, learn-manager.sh
+
+# Determine target .claude directory based on context
+# Priority:
+# 1. CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR env var (set by MCP for project-specific settings)
+# 2. Script location (for direct slash command usage)
+# 3. Global ~/.claude (fallback)
+
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+
+if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]] && [[ -d "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+  # MCP context: Use the project directory where MCP was invoked
+  CLAUDE_DIR="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude"
+else
+  # Direct usage context: Use script location
+  CLAUDE_DIR="$(cd "$SCRIPT_DIR/.." 2>/dev/null && pwd)"
+
+  # If script is in global ~/.claude, use that
+  if [[ "$CLAUDE_DIR" == "$HOME/.claude" ]]; then
+    CLAUDE_DIR="$HOME/.claude"
+  elif [[ ! -d "$CLAUDE_DIR" ]]; then
+    # Fallback to global if directory doesn't exist
+    CLAUDE_DIR="$HOME/.claude"
+  fi
+fi
+
+LANGUAGE_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-language.txt"
+mkdir -p "$CLAUDE_DIR"
+
+# Source provider manager to detect active provider
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/provider-manager.sh" 2>/dev/null || true
+
+# Language to ElevenLabs multilingual voice mapping
+declare -A ELEVENLABS_VOICES=(
+    ["spanish"]="Antoni"
+    ["french"]="Rachel"
+    ["german"]="Domi"
+    ["italian"]="Bella"
+    ["portuguese"]="Matilda"
+    ["chinese"]="Antoni"
+    ["japanese"]="Antoni"
+    ["korean"]="Antoni"
+    ["russian"]="Domi"
+    ["polish"]="Antoni"
+    ["dutch"]="Rachel"
+    ["turkish"]="Antoni"
+    ["arabic"]="Antoni"
+    ["hindi"]="Antoni"
+    ["swedish"]="Rachel"
+    ["danish"]="Rachel"
+    ["norwegian"]="Rachel"
+    ["finnish"]="Rachel"
+    ["czech"]="Domi"
+    ["romanian"]="Rachel"
+    ["ukrainian"]="Domi"
+    ["greek"]="Antoni"
+    ["bulgarian"]="Domi"
+    ["croatian"]="Domi"
+    ["slovak"]="Domi"
+)
+
+# Language to Piper voice model mapping
+declare -A PIPER_VOICES=(
+    ["spanish"]="es_ES-davefx-medium"
+    ["french"]="fr_FR-siwis-medium"
+    ["german"]="de_DE-thorsten-medium"
+    ["italian"]="it_IT-riccardo-x_low"
+    ["portuguese"]="pt_BR-faber-medium"
+    ["chinese"]="zh_CN-huayan-medium"
+    ["japanese"]="ja_JP-hikari-medium"
+    ["korean"]="ko_KR-eunyoung-medium"
+    ["russian"]="ru_RU-dmitri-medium"
+    ["polish"]="pl_PL-darkman-medium"
+    ["dutch"]="nl_NL-rdh-medium"
+    ["turkish"]="tr_TR-dfki-medium"
+    ["arabic"]="ar_JO-kareem-medium"
+    ["hindi"]="hi_IN-amitabh-medium"
+    ["swedish"]="sv_SE-nst-medium"
+    ["danish"]="da_DK-talesyntese-medium"
+    ["norwegian"]="no_NO-talesyntese-medium"
+    ["finnish"]="fi_FI-harri-medium"
+    ["czech"]="cs_CZ-jirka-medium"
+    ["romanian"]="ro_RO-mihai-medium"
+    ["ukrainian"]="uk_UA-lada-x_low"
+    ["greek"]="el_GR-rapunzelina-low"
+    ["bulgarian"]="bg_BG-valentin-medium"
+    ["croatian"]="hr_HR-gorana-medium"
+    ["slovak"]="sk_SK-lili-medium"
+)
+
+# Backward compatibility: Keep LANGUAGE_VOICES for existing code
+declare -A LANGUAGE_VOICES=(
+    ["spanish"]="Antoni"
+    ["french"]="Rachel"
+    ["german"]="Domi"
+    ["italian"]="Bella"
+    ["portuguese"]="Matilda"
+    ["chinese"]="Antoni"
+    ["japanese"]="Antoni"
+    ["korean"]="Antoni"
+    ["russian"]="Domi"
+    ["polish"]="Antoni"
+    ["dutch"]="Rachel"
+    ["turkish"]="Antoni"
+    ["arabic"]="Antoni"
+    ["hindi"]="Antoni"
+    ["swedish"]="Rachel"
+    ["danish"]="Rachel"
+    ["norwegian"]="Rachel"
+    ["finnish"]="Rachel"
+    ["czech"]="Domi"
+    ["romanian"]="Rachel"
+    ["ukrainian"]="Domi"
+    ["greek"]="Antoni"
+    ["bulgarian"]="Domi"
+    ["croatian"]="Domi"
+    ["slovak"]="Domi"
+)
+
+# Supported languages list
+SUPPORTED_LANGUAGES="spanish, french, german, italian, portuguese, chinese, japanese, korean, polish, dutch, turkish, russian, arabic, hindi, swedish, danish, norwegian, finnish, czech, romanian, ukrainian, greek, bulgarian, croatian, slovak"
+
+# Function to set language
+set_language() {
+    local lang="$1"
+
+    # Convert to lowercase
+    lang=$(echo "$lang" | tr '[:upper:]' '[:lower:]')
+
+    # Handle reset/english
+    if [[ "$lang" == "reset" ]] || [[ "$lang" == "english" ]] || [[ "$lang" == "en" ]]; then
+        if [[ -f "$LANGUAGE_FILE" ]]; then
+            rm "$LANGUAGE_FILE"
+            echo "✓ Language reset to English (default)"
+        else
+            echo "Already using English (default)"
+        fi
+        return 0
+    fi
+
+    # Check if language is supported
+    if [[ ! " ${!LANGUAGE_VOICES[@]} " =~ " ${lang} " ]]; then
+        echo "❌ Language '$lang' not supported"
+        echo ""
+        echo "Supported languages:"
+        echo "$SUPPORTED_LANGUAGES"
+        return 1
+    fi
+
+    # Save language
+    echo "$lang" > "$LANGUAGE_FILE"
+
+    # Detect active provider and get recommended voice
+    local provider=""
+    if [[ -f "$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+        provider=$(cat "$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt")
+    elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+        provider=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+    else
+        provider="elevenlabs"
+    fi
+
+    local recommended_voice=$(get_voice_for_language "$lang" "$provider")
+
+    # Fallback to old mapping if provider-aware function returns empty
+    if [[ -z "$recommended_voice" ]]; then
+        recommended_voice="${LANGUAGE_VOICES[$lang]}"
+    fi
+
+    echo "✓ Language set to: $lang"
+    echo "📢 Recommended voice for $provider TTS: $recommended_voice"
+    echo ""
+    echo "TTS will now speak in $lang."
+    echo "Switch voice with: /agent-vibes:switch \"$recommended_voice\""
+}
+
+# Function to get current language
+get_language() {
+    if [[ -f "$LANGUAGE_FILE" ]]; then
+        local lang=$(cat "$LANGUAGE_FILE")
+
+        # Detect active provider
+        local provider=""
+        if [[ -f "$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+            provider=$(cat "$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt")
+        elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+            provider=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+        else
+            provider="elevenlabs"
+        fi
+
+        local recommended_voice=$(get_voice_for_language "$lang" "$provider")
+
+        # Fallback to old mapping
+        if [[ -z "$recommended_voice" ]]; then
+            recommended_voice="${LANGUAGE_VOICES[$lang]}"
+        fi
+
+        echo "Current language: $lang"
+        echo "Recommended voice ($provider): $recommended_voice"
+    else
+        echo "Current language: english (default)"
+        echo "No multilingual voice required"
+    fi
+}
+
+# Function to get language for use in other scripts
+get_language_code() {
+    if [[ -f "$LANGUAGE_FILE" ]]; then
+        cat "$LANGUAGE_FILE"
+    else
+        echo "english"
+    fi
+}
+
+# Function to check if current voice supports language
+is_voice_multilingual() {
+    local voice="$1"
+
+    # List of multilingual voices
+    local multilingual_voices=("Antoni" "Rachel" "Domi" "Bella" "Charlotte" "Matilda")
+
+    for mv in "${multilingual_voices[@]}"; do
+        if [[ "$voice" == "$mv" ]]; then
+            return 0
+        fi
+    done
+
+    return 1
+}
+
+# Function to get best voice for current language
+get_best_voice_for_language() {
+    local lang=$(get_language_code)
+
+    if [[ "$lang" == "english" ]]; then
+        # No specific multilingual voice needed for English
+        echo ""
+        return
+    fi
+
+    # Return recommended voice for language
+    echo "${LANGUAGE_VOICES[$lang]}"
+}
+
+# Function to get voice for a specific language and provider
+# Usage: get_voice_for_language <language> [provider]
+# Provider: "elevenlabs" or "piper" (auto-detected if not provided)
+get_voice_for_language() {
+    local language="$1"
+    local provider="${2:-}"
+
+    # Convert to lowercase
+    language=$(echo "$language" | tr '[:upper:]' '[:lower:]')
+
+    # Auto-detect provider if not specified
+    if [[ -z "$provider" ]]; then
+        if command -v get_active_provider &>/dev/null; then
+            provider=$(get_active_provider 2>/dev/null)
+        else
+            # Fallback to checking provider file directly
+            # Try current directory first, then search up the tree
+            local search_dir="$PWD"
+            local found=false
+
+            while [[ "$search_dir" != "/" ]]; do
+                if [[ -f "$search_dir/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+                    provider=$(cat "$search_dir/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+                    found=true
+                    break
+                fi
+                search_dir=$(dirname "$search_dir")
+            done
+
+            # If not found in project tree, check global
+            if [[ "$found" = false ]]; then
+                if [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+                    provider=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+                else
+                    provider="elevenlabs"  # Default
+                fi
+            fi
+        fi
+    fi
+
+    # Return appropriate voice based on provider
+    case "$provider" in
+        piper)
+            echo "${PIPER_VOICES[$language]:-}"
+            ;;
+        elevenlabs)
+            echo "${ELEVENLABS_VOICES[$language]:-}"
+            ;;
+        *)
+            echo "${ELEVENLABS_VOICES[$language]:-}"
+            ;;
+    esac
+}
+
+# Main command handler - only run if script is executed directly, not sourced
+if [[ "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}" == "${0}" ]]; then
+    case "${1:-}" in
+        set)
+            if [[ -z "$2" ]]; then
+                echo "Usage: language-manager.sh set <language>"
+                exit 1
+            fi
+            set_language "$2"
+            ;;
+        get)
+            get_language
+            ;;
+        code)
+            get_language_code
+            ;;
+        check-voice)
+            if [[ -z "$2" ]]; then
+                echo "Usage: language-manager.sh check-voice <voice-name>"
+                exit 1
+            fi
+            if is_voice_multilingual "$2"; then
+                echo "yes"
+            else
+                echo "no"
+            fi
+            ;;
+        best-voice)
+            get_best_voice_for_language
+            ;;
+        voice-for-language)
+            if [[ -z "$2" ]]; then
+                echo "Usage: language-manager.sh voice-for-language <language> [provider]"
+                exit 1
+            fi
+            get_voice_for_language "$2" "$3"
+            ;;
+        list)
+            echo "Supported languages and recommended voices:"
+            echo ""
+            for lang in "${!LANGUAGE_VOICES[@]}"; do
+                printf "%-15s → %s\n" "$lang" "${LANGUAGE_VOICES[$lang]}"
+            done | sort
+            ;;
+        *)
+            echo "AgentVibes Language Manager"
+            echo ""
+            echo "Usage:"
+            echo "  language-manager.sh set <language>                    Set language"
+            echo "  language-manager.sh get                               Get current language"
+            echo "  language-manager.sh code                              Get language code only"
+            echo "  language-manager.sh check-voice <name>                Check if voice is multilingual"
+            echo "  language-manager.sh best-voice                        Get best voice for current language"
+            echo "  language-manager.sh voice-for-language <lang> [prov] Get voice for language & provider"
+            echo "  language-manager.sh list                              List all supported languages"
+            exit 1
+            ;;
+    esac
+fi

.claude/hooks/learn-manager.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/learn-manager.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied. Use at your own risk. See the Apache License for details.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Language Learning Mode Manager - Enables dual-language TTS for immersive learning
+# @context Speaks responses in both main language (English) and target language (Spanish, French, etc.) for language practice
+# @architecture Manages main/target language pairs with voice mappings, auto-configures recommended voices per language
+# @dependencies play-tts.sh (dual invocation), language-manager.sh (voice recommendations), .claude/tts-*.txt state files
+# @entrypoints Called by /agent-vibes:learn commands to enable/disable learning mode
+# @patterns Dual-voice orchestration, auto-configuration, greeting on activation, provider-aware voice selection
+# @related language-manager.sh, play-tts.sh, .claude/tts-learn-mode.txt, .claude/tts-target-language.txt
+
+set -e
+
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+PROJECT_DIR="$SCRIPT_DIR/../.."
+
+# Configuration files (project-local first, then global fallback)
+MAIN_LANG_FILE="$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-main-language.txt"
+TARGET_LANG_FILE="$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-target-language.txt"
+TARGET_VOICE_FILE="$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-target-voice.txt"
+LEARN_MODE_FILE="$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-learn-mode.txt"
+
+GLOBAL_MAIN_LANG_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-main-language.txt"
+GLOBAL_TARGET_LANG_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-target-language.txt"
+GLOBAL_TARGET_VOICE_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-target-voice.txt"
+GLOBAL_LEARN_MODE_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-learn-mode.txt"
+
+# Colors
+GREEN='\033[0;32m'
+YELLOW='\033[1;33m'
+BLUE='\033[0;34m'
+NC='\033[0m'
+
+# Get main language
+get_main_language() {
+    if [[ -f "$MAIN_LANG_FILE" ]]; then
+        cat "$MAIN_LANG_FILE"
+    elif [[ -f "$GLOBAL_MAIN_LANG_FILE" ]]; then
+        cat "$GLOBAL_MAIN_LANG_FILE"
+    else
+        echo "english"
+    fi
+}
+
+# Set main language
+set_main_language() {
+    local language="$1"
+    if [[ -z "$language" ]]; then
+        echo -e "${YELLOW}Usage: learn-manager.sh set-main-language <language>${NC}"
+        exit 1
+    fi
+
+    mkdir -p "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude"
+    echo "$language" > "$MAIN_LANG_FILE"
+    echo -e "${GREEN}✓${NC} Main language set to: $language"
+}
+
+# Get target language
+get_target_language() {
+    if [[ -f "$TARGET_LANG_FILE" ]]; then
+        cat "$TARGET_LANG_FILE"
+    elif [[ -f "$GLOBAL_TARGET_LANG_FILE" ]]; then
+        cat "$GLOBAL_TARGET_LANG_FILE"
+    else
+        echo ""
+    fi
+}
+
+# Get greeting message for a language
+get_greeting_for_language() {
+    local language="$1"
+
+    case "${language,,}" in
+        spanish|español)
+            echo "¡Hola! Soy tu profesor de español. ¡Vamos a aprender juntos!"
+            ;;
+        french|français)
+            echo "Bonjour! Je suis votre professeur de français. Apprenons ensemble!"
+            ;;
+        german|deutsch)
+            echo "Hallo! Ich bin dein Deutschlehrer. Lass uns zusammen lernen!"
+            ;;
+        italian|italiano)
+            echo "Ciao! Sono il tuo insegnante di italiano. Impariamo insieme!"
+            ;;
+        portuguese|português)
+            echo "Olá! Sou seu professor de português. Vamos aprender juntos!"
+            ;;
+        chinese|中文|mandarin)
+            echo "你好！我是你的中文老师。让我们一起学习吧！"
+            ;;
+        japanese|日本語)
+            echo "こんにちは！私はあなたの日本語の先生です。一緒に勉強しましょう！"
+            ;;
+        korean|한국어)
+            echo "안녕하세요! 저는 당신의 한국어 선생님입니다. 함께 배워봅시다!"
+            ;;
+        russian|русский)
+            echo "Здравствуйте! Я ваш учитель русского языка. Давайте учиться вместе!"
+            ;;
+        arabic|العربية)
+            echo "مرحبا! أنا معلمك للغة العربية. دعونا نتعلم معا!"
+            ;;
+        hindi|हिन्दी)
+            echo "नमस्ते! मैं आपका हिंदी शिक्षक हूं। आइए साथ में सीखें!"
+            ;;
+        dutch|nederlands)
+            echo "Hallo! Ik ben je Nederlandse leraar. Laten we samen leren!"
+            ;;
+        polish|polski)
+            echo "Cześć! Jestem twoim nauczycielem polskiego. Uczmy się razem!"
+            ;;
+        turkish|türkçe)
+            echo "Merhaba! Ben Türkçe öğretmeninizim. Birlikte öğrenelim!"
+            ;;
+        swedish|svenska)
+            echo "Hej! Jag är din svenskalärare. Låt oss lära tillsammans!"
+            ;;
+        *)
+            echo "Hello! I am your language teacher. Let's learn together!"
+            ;;
+    esac
+}
+
+# Set target language
+set_target_language() {
+    local language="$1"
+    if [[ -z "$language" ]]; then
+        echo -e "${YELLOW}Usage: learn-manager.sh set-target-language <language>${NC}"
+        exit 1
+    fi
+
+    mkdir -p "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude"
+    echo "$language" > "$TARGET_LANG_FILE"
+    echo -e "${GREEN}✓${NC} Target language set to: $language"
+
+    # Automatically set the recommended voice for this language
+    local recommended_voice=$(get_recommended_voice_for_language "$language")
+    if [[ -n "$recommended_voice" ]]; then
+        echo "$recommended_voice" > "$TARGET_VOICE_FILE"
+        echo -e "${GREEN}✓${NC} Target voice automatically set to: ${YELLOW}$recommended_voice${NC}"
+
+        # Detect provider for display
+        local provider=""
+        if [[ -f "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+            provider=$(cat "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+        elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+            provider=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+        else
+            provider="elevenlabs"
+        fi
+        echo -e "   (for ${GREEN}$provider${NC} TTS)"
+        echo ""
+
+        # Greet user in the target language with the target voice
+        local greeting=$(get_greeting_for_language "$language")
+        echo -e "${BLUE}🎓${NC} Your language teacher says:"
+
+        # Check if we're using Piper and if the voice is available
+        if [[ "$provider" == "piper" ]]; then
+            # Quick check: does the voice file exist?
+            local voice_dir="${HOME}/.claude/piper-voices"
+            if [[ -f "${voice_dir}/${recommended_voice}.onnx" ]]; then
+                # Voice exists, play greeting in background
+                nohup "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh" "$greeting" "$recommended_voice" >/dev/null 2>&1 &
+            else
+                echo -e "${YELLOW}   (Voice not yet downloaded - greeting will play after first download)${NC}"
+            fi
+        else
+            # ElevenLabs - just play it in background
+            nohup "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh" "$greeting" "$recommended_voice" >/dev/null 2>&1 &
+        fi
+    else
+        # Fallback to suggestion if auto-set failed
+        suggest_voice_for_language "$language"
+    fi
+}
+
+# Get recommended voice for a language (returns voice string, no output)
+get_recommended_voice_for_language() {
+    local language="$1"
+    local recommended_voice=""
+    local provider=""
+
+    # Detect active provider
+    if [[ -f "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+        provider=$(cat "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+    elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+        provider=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+    else
+        provider="elevenlabs"  # Default
+    fi
+
+    # Source language manager and get provider-specific voice
+    if [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/language-manager.sh" ]]; then
+        source "$SCRIPT_DIR/language-manager.sh" 2>/dev/null
+        recommended_voice=$(get_voice_for_language "$language" "$provider" 2>/dev/null)
+    fi
+
+    # Fallback to hardcoded suggestions if function failed
+    if [[ -z "$recommended_voice" ]]; then
+        case "${language,,}" in
+            spanish|español)
+                recommended_voice=$([ "$provider" = "piper" ] && echo "es_ES-davefx-medium" || echo "Antoni")
+                ;;
+            french|français)
+                recommended_voice=$([ "$provider" = "piper" ] && echo "fr_FR-siwis-medium" || echo "Rachel")
+                ;;
+            german|deutsch)
+                recommended_voice=$([ "$provider" = "piper" ] && echo "de_DE-thorsten-medium" || echo "Domi")
+                ;;
+            italian|italiano)
+                recommended_voice=$([ "$provider" = "piper" ] && echo "it_IT-riccardo-x_low" || echo "Bella")
+                ;;
+            portuguese|português)
+                recommended_voice=$([ "$provider" = "piper" ] && echo "pt_BR-faber-medium" || echo "Matilda")
+                ;;
+            chinese|中文|mandarin)
+                recommended_voice=$([ "$provider" = "piper" ] && echo "zh_CN-huayan-medium" || echo "Amy")
+                ;;
+            *)
+                recommended_voice=$([ "$provider" = "piper" ] && echo "en_US-lessac-medium" || echo "Antoni")
+                ;;
+        esac
+    fi
+
+    echo "$recommended_voice"
+}
+
+# Suggest voice based on target language (displays suggestion message)
+suggest_voice_for_language() {
+    local language="$1"
+    local suggested_voice=$(get_recommended_voice_for_language "$language")
+
+    # Detect provider for display
+    local provider=""
+    if [[ -f "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+        provider=$(cat "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+    elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+        provider=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+    else
+        provider="elevenlabs"
+    fi
+
+    echo ""
+    echo -e "${BLUE}💡 Tip:${NC} For $language (using ${GREEN}$provider${NC} TTS), we recommend: ${YELLOW}$suggested_voice${NC}"
+    echo -e "   Set it with: ${YELLOW}/agent-vibes:target-voice $suggested_voice${NC}"
+}
+
+# Get target voice
+get_target_voice() {
+    if [[ -f "$TARGET_VOICE_FILE" ]]; then
+        cat "$TARGET_VOICE_FILE"
+    elif [[ -f "$GLOBAL_TARGET_VOICE_FILE" ]]; then
+        cat "$GLOBAL_TARGET_VOICE_FILE"
+    else
+        echo ""
+    fi
+}
+
+# Set target voice
+set_target_voice() {
+    local voice="$1"
+    if [[ -z "$voice" ]]; then
+        echo -e "${YELLOW}Usage: learn-manager.sh set-target-voice <voice>${NC}"
+        exit 1
+    fi
+
+    mkdir -p "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude"
+    echo "$voice" > "$TARGET_VOICE_FILE"
+    echo -e "${GREEN}✓${NC} Target voice set to: $voice"
+}
+
+# Check if learning mode is enabled
+is_learn_mode_enabled() {
+    if [[ -f "$LEARN_MODE_FILE" ]]; then
+        local mode=$(cat "$LEARN_MODE_FILE")
+        [[ "$mode" == "ON" ]]
+    elif [[ -f "$GLOBAL_LEARN_MODE_FILE" ]]; then
+        local mode=$(cat "$GLOBAL_LEARN_MODE_FILE")
+        [[ "$mode" == "ON" ]]
+    else
+        return 1
+    fi
+}
+
+# Enable learning mode
+enable_learn_mode() {
+    mkdir -p "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude"
+    echo "ON" > "$LEARN_MODE_FILE"
+    echo -e "${GREEN}✓${NC} Language learning mode: ${GREEN}ENABLED${NC}"
+    echo ""
+
+    # Auto-set target voice if target language is set but voice is not
+    local target_lang=$(get_target_language)
+    local target_voice=$(get_target_voice)
+    local voice_was_set=false
+
+    if [[ -n "$target_lang" ]] && [[ -z "$target_voice" ]]; then
+        echo -e "${BLUE}ℹ${NC}  Auto-configuring voice for $target_lang..."
+        local recommended_voice=$(get_recommended_voice_for_language "$target_lang")
+        if [[ -n "$recommended_voice" ]]; then
+            echo "$recommended_voice" > "$TARGET_VOICE_FILE"
+            target_voice="$recommended_voice"
+            echo -e "${GREEN}✓${NC} Target voice automatically set to: ${YELLOW}$recommended_voice${NC}"
+
+            # Detect provider for display
+            local provider=""
+            if [[ -f "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+                provider=$(cat "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+            elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+                provider=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+            else
+                provider="elevenlabs"
+            fi
+            echo -e "   (for ${GREEN}$provider${NC} TTS)"
+            echo ""
+            voice_was_set=true
+        fi
+    fi
+
+    show_status
+
+    # Greet user with language teacher if everything is configured
+    if [[ -n "$target_lang" ]] && [[ -n "$target_voice" ]]; then
+        echo ""
+        local greeting=$(get_greeting_for_language "$target_lang")
+        echo -e "${BLUE}🎓${NC} Your language teacher says:"
+
+        # Detect provider
+        local provider=""
+        if [[ -f "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+            provider=$(cat "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+        elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+            provider=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt")
+        else
+            provider="elevenlabs"
+        fi
+
+        # Check if we're using Piper and if the voice is available
+        if [[ "$provider" == "piper" ]]; then
+            # Quick check: does the voice file exist?
+            local voice_dir="${HOME}/.claude/piper-voices"
+            if [[ -f "${voice_dir}/${target_voice}.onnx" ]]; then
+                # Voice exists, play greeting in background
+                nohup "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh" "$greeting" "$target_voice" >/dev/null 2>&1 &
+            else
+                echo -e "${YELLOW}   (Voice not yet downloaded - greeting will play after first download)${NC}"
+            fi
+        else
+            # ElevenLabs - just play it in background
+            nohup "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh" "$greeting" "$target_voice" >/dev/null 2>&1 &
+        fi
+    fi
+}
+
+# Disable learning mode
+disable_learn_mode() {
+    mkdir -p "$PROJECT_DIR/.claude"
+    echo "OFF" > "$LEARN_MODE_FILE"
+    echo -e "${GREEN}✓${NC} Language learning mode: ${YELLOW}DISABLED${NC}"
+}
+
+# Show learning mode status
+show_status() {
+    local main_lang=$(get_main_language)
+    local target_lang=$(get_target_language)
+    local target_voice=$(get_target_voice)
+    local learn_mode="OFF"
+
+    if is_learn_mode_enabled; then
+        learn_mode="ON"
+    fi
+
+    echo -e "${BLUE}━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━${NC}"
+    echo -e "${BLUE}   Language Learning Mode Status${NC}"
+    echo -e "${BLUE}━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━${NC}"
+    echo ""
+    echo -e "  ${BLUE}Learning Mode:${NC}    $(if [[ "$learn_mode" == "ON" ]]; then echo -e "${GREEN}ENABLED${NC}"; else echo -e "${YELLOW}DISABLED${NC}"; fi)"
+    echo -e "  ${BLUE}Main Language:${NC}    $main_lang"
+    echo -e "  ${BLUE}Target Language:${NC}  ${target_lang:-"(not set)"}"
+    echo -e "  ${BLUE}Target Voice:${NC}     ${target_voice:-"(not set)"}"
+    echo ""
+
+    if [[ "$learn_mode" == "ON" ]]; then
+        if [[ -z "$target_lang" ]]; then
+            echo -e "  ${YELLOW}⚠${NC}  Please set a target language: ${YELLOW}/agent-vibes:target <language>${NC}"
+        fi
+        if [[ -z "$target_voice" ]]; then
+            echo -e "  ${YELLOW}⚠${NC}  Please set a target voice: ${YELLOW}/agent-vibes:target-voice <voice>${NC}"
+        fi
+
+        if [[ -n "$target_lang" ]] && [[ -n "$target_voice" ]]; then
+            echo -e "  ${GREEN}✓${NC}  All set! TTS will speak in both languages."
+            echo ""
+            echo -e "  ${BLUE}How it works:${NC}"
+            echo -e "    1. First: Speak in ${BLUE}$main_lang${NC} (your current voice)"
+            echo -e "    2. Then: Speak in ${BLUE}$target_lang${NC} ($target_voice voice)"
+        fi
+    else
+        echo -e "  ${BLUE}💡 Tip:${NC} Enable learning mode with: ${YELLOW}/agent-vibes:learn${NC}"
+    fi
+
+    echo ""
+    echo -e "${BLUE}━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━${NC}"
+}
+
+# Main command handler
+case "${1:-}" in
+    get-main-language)
+        get_main_language
+        ;;
+    set-main-language)
+        set_main_language "$2"
+        ;;
+    get-target-language)
+        get_target_language
+        ;;
+    set-target-language)
+        set_target_language "$2"
+        ;;
+    get-target-voice)
+        get_target_voice
+        ;;
+    set-target-voice)
+        set_target_voice "$2"
+        ;;
+    is-enabled)
+        if is_learn_mode_enabled; then
+            echo "ON"
+            exit 0
+        else
+            echo "OFF"
+            exit 1
+        fi
+        ;;
+    enable)
+        enable_learn_mode
+        ;;
+    disable)
+        disable_learn_mode
+        ;;
+    status)
+        show_status
+        ;;
+    *)
+        echo "Usage: learn-manager.sh {get-main-language|set-main-language|get-target-language|set-target-language|get-target-voice|set-target-voice|is-enabled|enable|disable|status}"
+        exit 1
+        ;;
+esac

.claude/hooks/personality-manager.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/personality-manager.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied. Use at your own risk. See the Apache License for details.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Personality Manager - Adds character and emotional style to TTS voices
+# @context Enables voices to have distinct personalities (flirty, sarcastic, pirate, etc.) with provider-aware voice assignment
+# @architecture Markdown-based personality templates with provider-specific voice mappings (ElevenLabs vs Piper)
+# @dependencies .claude/personalities/*.md files, voice-manager.sh, play-tts.sh, provider-manager.sh
+# @entrypoints Called by /agent-vibes:personality slash commands
+# @patterns Template-based configuration, provider abstraction, random personality support
+# @related .claude/personalities/*.md, voice-manager.sh, .claude/tts-personality.txt
+
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+PERSONALITIES_DIR="$SCRIPT_DIR/../personalities"
+
+# Determine target .claude directory based on context
+# Priority:
+# 1. CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR env var (set by MCP for project-specific settings)
+# 2. Script location (for direct slash command usage)
+# 3. Global ~/.claude (fallback)
+
+if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]] && [[ -d "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+  # MCP context: Use the project directory where MCP was invoked
+  CLAUDE_DIR="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude"
+else
+  # Direct usage context: Use script location
+  # Script is at .claude/hooks/personality-manager.sh, so .claude is ..
+  CLAUDE_DIR="$(cd "$SCRIPT_DIR/.." 2>/dev/null && pwd)"
+
+  # If script is in global ~/.claude, use that
+  if [[ "$CLAUDE_DIR" == "$HOME/.claude" ]]; then
+    CLAUDE_DIR="$HOME/.claude"
+  elif [[ ! -d "$CLAUDE_DIR" ]]; then
+    # Fallback to global if directory doesn't exist
+    CLAUDE_DIR="$HOME/.claude"
+  fi
+fi
+
+PERSONALITY_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-personality.txt"
+
+# Function to get personality data from markdown file
+get_personality_data() {
+  local personality="$1"
+  local field="$2"
+  local file="$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${personality}.md"
+
+  if [[ ! -f "$file" ]]; then
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  case "$field" in
+    prefix)
+      sed -n '/^## Prefix/,/^##/p' "$file" | sed '1d;$d' | tr -d '\n' | sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//'
+      ;;
+    suffix)
+      sed -n '/^## Suffix/,/^##/p' "$file" | sed '1d;$d' | tr -d '\n' | sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//'
+      ;;
+    description)
+      grep "^description:" "$file" | cut -d: -f2- | sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//'
+      ;;
+    voice)
+      grep "^elevenlabs_voice:" "$file" | cut -d: -f2- | sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//'
+      ;;
+    piper_voice)
+      grep "^piper_voice:" "$file" | cut -d: -f2- | sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//'
+      ;;
+    instructions)
+      sed -n '/^## AI Instructions/,/^##/p' "$file" | sed '1d;$d'
+      ;;
+  esac
+}
+
+# Function to list all available personalities
+list_personalities() {
+  local personalities=()
+
+  # Find all .md files in personalities directory
+  if [[ -d "$PERSONALITIES_DIR" ]]; then
+    for file in "$PERSONALITIES_DIR"/*.md; do
+      if [[ -f "$file" ]]; then
+        basename "$file" .md
+      fi
+    done
+  fi
+}
+
+case "$1" in
+  list)
+    echo "🎭 Available Personalities:"
+    echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+
+    # Get current personality
+    CURRENT="normal"
+    if [ -f "$PERSONALITY_FILE" ]; then
+      CURRENT=$(cat "$PERSONALITY_FILE")
+    fi
+
+    # List personalities from markdown files
+    echo "Built-in personalities:"
+    for personality in $(list_personalities | sort); do
+      desc=$(get_personality_data "$personality" "description")
+      if [[ "$personality" == "$CURRENT" ]]; then
+        echo "  ✓ $personality - $desc (current)"
+      else
+        echo "  - $personality - $desc"
+      fi
+    done
+
+    # Add random option
+    if [[ "$CURRENT" == "random" ]]; then
+      echo "  ✓ random - Picks randomly each time (current)"
+    else
+      echo "  - random - Picks randomly each time"
+    fi
+
+    echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Usage: /agent-vibes:personality <name>"
+    echo "       /agent-vibes:personality add <name>"
+    echo "       /agent-vibes:personality edit <name>"
+    ;;
+
+  set|switch)
+    PERSONALITY="$2"
+
+    if [[ -z "$PERSONALITY" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Please specify a personality name"
+      echo "Usage: $0 set <personality>"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    # Check if personality file exists (unless it's random)
+    if [[ "$PERSONALITY" != "random" ]]; then
+      if [[ ! -f "$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${PERSONALITY}.md" ]]; then
+        echo "❌ Personality not found: $PERSONALITY"
+        echo ""
+        echo "Available personalities:"
+        for p in $(list_personalities | sort); do
+          echo "  • $p"
+        done
+        exit 1
+      fi
+    fi
+
+    # Save the personality
+    echo "$PERSONALITY" > "$PERSONALITY_FILE"
+    echo "🎭 Personality set to: $PERSONALITY"
+
+    # Check if personality has an assigned voice
+    # Detect active TTS provider
+    PROVIDER_FILE=""
+    if [[ -f "$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+      PROVIDER_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt"
+    elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+      PROVIDER_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt"
+    fi
+
+    ACTIVE_PROVIDER="elevenlabs"  # default
+    if [[ -n "$PROVIDER_FILE" ]]; then
+      ACTIVE_PROVIDER=$(cat "$PROVIDER_FILE")
+    fi
+
+    # Get the appropriate voice based on provider
+    ASSIGNED_VOICE=""
+    if [[ "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER" == "piper" ]]; then
+      # Try to get Piper-specific voice first
+      ASSIGNED_VOICE=$(get_personality_data "$PERSONALITY" "piper_voice")
+      if [[ -z "$ASSIGNED_VOICE" ]]; then
+        # Fallback to default Piper voice
+        ASSIGNED_VOICE="en_US-lessac-medium"
+      fi
+    else
+      # Use ElevenLabs voice (reads from elevenlabs_voice: field)
+      ASSIGNED_VOICE=$(get_personality_data "$PERSONALITY" "voice")
+    fi
+
+    if [[ -n "$ASSIGNED_VOICE" ]]; then
+      # Switch to the assigned voice (silently - personality will do the talking)
+      VOICE_MANAGER="$SCRIPT_DIR/voice-manager.sh"
+      if [[ -x "$VOICE_MANAGER" ]]; then
+        echo "🎤 Switching to assigned voice: $ASSIGNED_VOICE"
+        "$VOICE_MANAGER" switch "$ASSIGNED_VOICE" --silent >/dev/null 2>&1
+      fi
+    fi
+
+    # Make a personality-appropriate remark with TTS
+    if [[ "$PERSONALITY" != "random" ]]; then
+      echo ""
+
+      # Get TTS script path
+      TTS_SCRIPT="$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh"
+
+      # Try to get acknowledgment from personality file
+      PERSONALITY_FILE_PATH="$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${PERSONALITY}.md"
+      REMARK=""
+
+      if [[ -f "$PERSONALITY_FILE_PATH" ]]; then
+        # Extract example responses from personality file (lines starting with "- ")
+        mapfile -t EXAMPLES < <(grep '^- "' "$PERSONALITY_FILE_PATH" | sed 's/^- "//; s/"$//')
+
+        if [[ ${#EXAMPLES[@]} -gt 0 ]]; then
+          # Pick a random example
+          REMARK="${EXAMPLES[$RANDOM % ${#EXAMPLES[@]}]}"
+        fi
+      fi
+
+      # Fallback if no examples found
+      if [[ -z "$REMARK" ]]; then
+        REMARK="Personality set to ${PERSONALITY}!"
+      fi
+
+      echo "💬 $REMARK"
+      "$TTS_SCRIPT" "$REMARK"
+
+      echo ""
+      echo "Note: AI will generate unique ${PERSONALITY} responses - no fixed templates!"
+      echo ""
+      echo "💡 Tip: To hear automatic TTS narration, enable the Agent Vibes output style:"
+      echo "   /output-style Agent Vibes"
+    fi
+    ;;
+
+  get)
+    if [ -f "$PERSONALITY_FILE" ]; then
+      CURRENT=$(cat "$PERSONALITY_FILE")
+      echo "Current personality: $CURRENT"
+
+      if [[ "$CURRENT" != "random" ]]; then
+        desc=$(get_personality_data "$CURRENT" "description")
+        [[ -n "$desc" ]] && echo "Description: $desc"
+      fi
+    else
+      echo "Current personality: normal (default)"
+    fi
+    ;;
+
+  add)
+    NAME="$2"
+    if [[ -z "$NAME" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Please specify a personality name"
+      echo "Usage: $0 add <name>"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    FILE="$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${NAME}.md"
+    if [[ -f "$FILE" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Personality '$NAME' already exists"
+      echo "Use 'edit' to modify it"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    # Create new personality file
+    cat > "$FILE" << 'EOF'
+---
+name: NAME
+description: Custom personality
+---
+
+# NAME Personality
+
+## Prefix
+
+
+## Suffix
+
+
+## AI Instructions
+Describe how the AI should generate messages for this personality.
+
+## Example Responses
+- "Example response 1"
+- "Example response 2"
+EOF
+
+    # Replace NAME with actual name
+    sed -i "s/NAME/$NAME/g" "$FILE"
+
+    echo "✅ Created new personality: $NAME"
+    echo "📝 Edit the file: $FILE"
+    echo ""
+    echo "You can now customize:"
+    echo "  • Prefix: Text before messages"
+    echo "  • Suffix: Text after messages"
+    echo "  • AI Instructions: How AI should speak"
+    echo "  • Example Responses: Sample messages"
+    ;;
+
+  edit)
+    NAME="$2"
+    if [[ -z "$NAME" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Please specify a personality name"
+      echo "Usage: $0 edit <name>"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    FILE="$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${NAME}.md"
+    if [[ ! -f "$FILE" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Personality '$NAME' not found"
+      echo "Use 'add' to create it first"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    echo "📝 Edit this file to customize the personality:"
+    echo "$FILE"
+    ;;
+
+  reset)
+    echo "normal" > "$PERSONALITY_FILE"
+    echo "🎭 Personality reset to: normal"
+    ;;
+
+  set-favorite-voice)
+    PERSONALITY="$2"
+    NEW_VOICE="$3"
+
+    if [[ -z "$PERSONALITY" ]] || [[ -z "$NEW_VOICE" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Please specify both personality name and voice name"
+      echo "Usage: $0 set-favorite-voice <personality> <voice>"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    FILE="$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${PERSONALITY}.md"
+    if [[ ! -f "$FILE" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Personality '$PERSONALITY' not found"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    # Detect active TTS provider
+    PROVIDER_FILE=""
+    if [[ -f "$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+      PROVIDER_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt"
+    elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+      PROVIDER_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt"
+    fi
+
+    ACTIVE_PROVIDER="elevenlabs"  # default
+    if [[ -n "$PROVIDER_FILE" ]]; then
+      ACTIVE_PROVIDER=$(cat "$PROVIDER_FILE")
+    fi
+
+    # Determine which field to update based on provider
+    if [[ "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER" == "piper" ]]; then
+      VOICE_FIELD="piper_voice"
+      CURRENT_VOICE=$(get_personality_data "$PERSONALITY" "piper_voice")
+    else
+      VOICE_FIELD="elevenlabs_voice"
+      CURRENT_VOICE=$(get_personality_data "$PERSONALITY" "voice")
+    fi
+
+    # Check if personality already has a favorite voice assigned
+    if [[ -n "$CURRENT_VOICE" ]] && [[ "$CURRENT_VOICE" != "$NEW_VOICE" ]]; then
+      echo "⚠️  WARNING: Personality '$PERSONALITY' already has a favorite voice assigned!"
+      echo ""
+      echo "   Current favorite ($ACTIVE_PROVIDER): $CURRENT_VOICE"
+      echo "   New voice: $NEW_VOICE"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Do you want to replace the favorite voice?"
+      echo ""
+      read -p "Enter your choice (yes/no): " CHOICE
+
+      case "$CHOICE" in
+        yes|y|YES|Y)
+          echo "✅ Replacing favorite voice..."
+          ;;
+        no|n|NO|N)
+          echo "❌ Keeping current favorite voice: $CURRENT_VOICE"
+          exit 0
+          ;;
+        *)
+          echo "❌ Invalid choice. Keeping current favorite voice: $CURRENT_VOICE"
+          exit 1
+          ;;
+      esac
+    fi
+
+    # Update the voice in the personality file
+    if grep -q "^${VOICE_FIELD}:" "$FILE"; then
+      # Field exists, replace it
+      sed -i "s/^${VOICE_FIELD}:.*/${VOICE_FIELD}: ${NEW_VOICE}/" "$FILE"
+    else
+      # Field doesn't exist, add it after the frontmatter
+      sed -i "/^---$/,/^---$/ { /^---$/a\\
+${VOICE_FIELD}: ${NEW_VOICE}
+}" "$FILE"
+    fi
+
+    echo "✅ Favorite voice for '$PERSONALITY' personality set to: $NEW_VOICE ($ACTIVE_PROVIDER)"
+    echo "📝 Updated file: $FILE"
+    ;;
+
+  *)
+    # If a single argument is provided and it's not a command, treat it as "set <personality>"
+    if [[ -n "$1" ]] && [[ -f "$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${1}.md" || "$1" == "random" ]]; then
+      # Call set with the personality name
+      exec "$0" set "$1"
+    else
+      echo "AgentVibes Personality Manager"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Commands:"
+      echo "  list                              - List all personalities"
+      echo "  set/switch <name>                 - Set personality"
+      echo "  add <name>                        - Create new personality"
+      echo "  edit <name>                       - Show path to edit personality"
+      echo "  get                               - Show current personality"
+      echo "  set-favorite-voice <name> <voice> - Set favorite voice for a personality"
+      echo "  reset                             - Reset to normal"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Examples:"
+      echo "  /agent-vibes:personality flirty"
+      echo "  /agent-vibes:personality add cowboy"
+      echo "  /agent-vibes:personality set-favorite-voice flirty \"Aria\""
+    fi
+    ;;
+esac

.claude/hooks/piper-download-voices.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/piper-download-voices.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Piper Voice Model Downloader - Batch downloads popular Piper TTS voices from HuggingFace
+# @context Post-installation utility to download commonly used voices (~25MB each)
+# @architecture Wrapper around piper-voice-manager.sh download functions with progress tracking
+# @dependencies piper-voice-manager.sh (download logic), piper binary (for validation)
+# @entrypoints Called by piper-installer.sh or manually via ./piper-download-voices.sh [--yes|-y]
+# @patterns Batch operations, skip-existing logic, auto-yes flag for non-interactive use
+# @related piper-voice-manager.sh, piper-installer.sh
+#
+
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-voice-manager.sh"
+
+# Parse command line arguments
+AUTO_YES=false
+if [[ "$1" == "--yes" ]] || [[ "$1" == "-y" ]]; then
+  AUTO_YES=true
+fi
+
+# Common voice models to download
+COMMON_VOICES=(
+  "en_US-lessac-medium"      # Default, clear male
+  "en_US-amy-medium"         # Warm female
+  "en_US-joe-medium"         # Professional male
+  "en_US-ryan-high"          # Expressive male
+  "en_US-libritts-high"      # Premium quality
+)
+
+echo "🎙️  Piper Voice Model Downloader"
+echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+echo ""
+echo "This will download the most commonly used Piper voice models."
+echo "Each voice is approximately 25MB."
+echo ""
+
+# Check if piper is installed
+if ! command -v piper &> /dev/null; then
+  echo "❌ Error: Piper TTS not installed"
+  echo "Install with: pipx install piper-tts"
+  exit 1
+fi
+
+# Get storage directory
+VOICE_DIR=$(get_voice_storage_dir)
+
+echo "📂 Storage location: $VOICE_DIR"
+echo ""
+
+# Count already downloaded
+ALREADY_DOWNLOADED=0
+ALREADY_DOWNLOADED_LIST=()
+NEED_DOWNLOAD=()
+
+for voice in "${COMMON_VOICES[@]}"; do
+  if verify_voice "$voice" 2>/dev/null; then
+    ((ALREADY_DOWNLOADED++))
+    ALREADY_DOWNLOADED_LIST+=("$voice")
+  else
+    NEED_DOWNLOAD+=("$voice")
+  fi
+done
+
+echo "📊 Status:"
+echo "   Already downloaded: $ALREADY_DOWNLOADED voice(s)"
+echo "   Need to download: ${#NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]} voice(s)"
+echo ""
+
+# Show already downloaded voices
+if [[ $ALREADY_DOWNLOADED -gt 0 ]]; then
+  echo "✅ Already downloaded (skipped):"
+  for voice in "${ALREADY_DOWNLOADED_LIST[@]}"; do
+    echo "   ✓ $voice"
+  done
+  echo ""
+fi
+
+if [[ ${#NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]} -eq 0 ]]; then
+  echo "🎉 All common voices ready to use!"
+  exit 0
+fi
+
+echo "Voices to download:"
+for voice in "${NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]}"; do
+  echo "  • $voice (~25MB)"
+done
+echo ""
+
+# Ask for confirmation (skip if --yes flag provided)
+if [[ "$AUTO_YES" == "false" ]]; then
+  read -p "Download ${#NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]} voice model(s)? [Y/n]: " -n 1 -r
+  echo
+
+  if [[ ! $REPLY =~ ^[Yy]$ ]] && [[ -n $REPLY ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Download cancelled"
+    exit 0
+  fi
+else
+  echo "Auto-downloading ${#NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]} voice model(s)..."
+  echo ""
+fi
+
+# Download each voice
+DOWNLOADED=0
+FAILED=0
+
+for voice in "${NEED_DOWNLOAD[@]}"; do
+  echo ""
+  echo "📥 Downloading: $voice..."
+
+  if download_voice "$voice"; then
+    ((DOWNLOADED++))
+    echo "✅ Downloaded: $voice"
+  else
+    ((FAILED++))
+    echo "❌ Failed: $voice"
+  fi
+done
+
+echo ""
+echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+echo "📊 Download Summary:"
+echo "   ✅ Successfully downloaded: $DOWNLOADED"
+echo "   ❌ Failed: $FAILED"
+echo "   📦 Total voices available: $((ALREADY_DOWNLOADED + DOWNLOADED))"
+echo ""
+
+if [[ $DOWNLOADED -gt 0 ]]; then
+  echo "✨ Ready to use Piper TTS with downloaded voices!"
+  echo ""
+  echo "Try it:"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:provider switch piper"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:preview"
+fi

.claude/hooks/piper-installer.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/piper-installer.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Piper TTS Installer - Installs Piper TTS via pipx and downloads initial voice models
+# @context Automated installation script for free offline Piper TTS on WSL/Linux systems
+# @architecture Helper script for AgentVibes installer, invoked manually or from provider switcher
+# @dependencies pipx (Python package installer), apt-get/brew/dnf/pacman (for pipx installation)
+# @entrypoints Called by src/installer.js or manually by users during setup
+# @patterns Platform detection (WSL/Linux only), package manager abstraction, guided voice download
+# @related piper-download-voices.sh, provider-manager.sh, src/installer.js
+#
+
+set -e  # Exit on error
+
+echo "🎤 Piper TTS Installer"
+echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+echo ""
+
+# Check if running on WSL or Linux
+if ! grep -qi microsoft /proc/version 2>/dev/null && [[ "$(uname -s)" != "Linux" ]]; then
+  echo "❌ Piper TTS is only supported on WSL and Linux"
+  echo "   Your platform: $(uname -s)"
+  echo ""
+  echo "   For macOS/Windows, use ElevenLabs instead:"
+  echo "   /agent-vibes:provider switch elevenlabs"
+  exit 1
+fi
+
+# Check if Piper is already installed
+if command -v piper &> /dev/null; then
+  # Piper doesn't have a --version flag, just check if it exists
+  echo "✅ Piper TTS is already installed!"
+  echo "   Location: $(which piper)"
+  echo ""
+  echo "   Download voices with: .claude/hooks/piper-download-voices.sh"
+  exit 0
+fi
+
+echo "📦 Installing Piper TTS..."
+echo ""
+
+# Check if pipx is installed
+if ! command -v pipx &> /dev/null; then
+  echo "⚠️  pipx not found. Installing pipx first..."
+  echo ""
+
+  # Try to install pipx
+  if command -v apt-get &> /dev/null; then
+    # Debian/Ubuntu
+    sudo apt-get update
+    sudo apt-get install -y pipx
+  elif command -v brew &> /dev/null; then
+    # macOS (though Piper doesn't run on macOS)
+    brew install pipx
+  elif command -v dnf &> /dev/null; then
+    # Fedora
+    sudo dnf install -y pipx
+  elif command -v pacman &> /dev/null; then
+    # Arch Linux
+    sudo pacman -S python-pipx
+  else
+    echo "❌ Unable to install pipx automatically."
+    echo ""
+    echo "   Please install pipx manually:"
+    echo "   https://pipx.pypa.io/stable/installation/"
+    exit 1
+  fi
+
+  # Ensure pipx is in PATH
+  pipx ensurepath
+  echo ""
+fi
+
+# Install Piper TTS
+echo "📥 Installing Piper TTS via pipx..."
+pipx install piper-tts
+
+if ! command -v piper &> /dev/null; then
+  echo ""
+  echo "❌ Installation completed but piper command not found in PATH"
+  echo ""
+  echo "   Try running: pipx ensurepath"
+  echo "   Then restart your terminal"
+  exit 1
+fi
+
+echo ""
+echo "✅ Piper TTS installed successfully!"
+echo ""
+
+PIPER_VERSION=$(piper --version 2>&1 || echo "unknown")
+echo "   Version: $PIPER_VERSION"
+echo ""
+
+# Determine voices directory
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+CLAUDE_DIR="$(dirname "$SCRIPT_DIR")"
+
+# Check for configured voices directory
+VOICES_DIR=""
+if [[ -f "$CLAUDE_DIR/piper-voices-dir.txt" ]]; then
+  VOICES_DIR=$(cat "$CLAUDE_DIR/piper-voices-dir.txt")
+elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/piper-voices-dir.txt" ]]; then
+  VOICES_DIR=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/piper-voices-dir.txt")
+else
+  VOICES_DIR="$HOME/.claude/piper-voices"
+fi
+
+echo "📁 Voice storage location: $VOICES_DIR"
+echo ""
+
+# Ask if user wants to download voices now
+read -p "Would you like to download voice models now? [Y/n] " -n 1 -r
+echo ""
+
+if [[ $REPLY =~ ^[Yy]$ ]] || [[ -z $REPLY ]]; then
+  echo ""
+  echo "📥 Downloading recommended voices..."
+  echo ""
+
+  # Use the piper-download-voices.sh script if available
+  if [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-download-voices.sh" ]]; then
+    "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-download-voices.sh"
+  else
+    # Manual download of a basic voice
+    mkdir -p "$VOICES_DIR"
+
+    echo "Downloading en_US-lessac-medium (recommended)..."
+    curl -L "https://huggingface.co/rhasspy/piper-voices/resolve/main/en/en_US/lessac/medium/en_US-lessac-medium.onnx" \
+      -o "$VOICES_DIR/en_US-lessac-medium.onnx"
+    curl -L "https://huggingface.co/rhasspy/piper-voices/resolve/main/en/en_US/lessac/medium/en_US-lessac-medium.onnx.json" \
+      -o "$VOICES_DIR/en_US-lessac-medium.onnx.json"
+
+    echo "✅ Voice downloaded!"
+  fi
+fi
+
+echo ""
+echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+echo "🎉 Piper TTS Setup Complete!"
+echo ""
+echo "Next steps:"
+echo "  1. Download more voices: .claude/hooks/piper-download-voices.sh"
+echo "  2. List available voices: /agent-vibes:list"
+echo "  3. Test it out: /agent-vibes:preview"
+echo ""
+echo "Enjoy your free, offline TTS! 🎤"
+echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"

.claude/hooks/piper-multispeaker-registry.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/piper-multispeaker-registry.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Multi-Speaker Voice Registry - Maps speaker names to ONNX models and speaker IDs
+# @context Enables individual speaker selection from multi-speaker Piper models (e.g., 16Speakers)
+# @architecture Static registry mapping speaker names to model files and numeric speaker IDs
+# @dependencies piper-voice-manager.sh (voice storage), play-tts-piper.sh (TTS with speaker ID)
+# @entrypoints Sourced by voice-manager.sh for multi-speaker voice switching
+# @patterns Registry pattern, speaker ID mapping, model-to-speaker association
+# @related voice-manager.sh, play-tts-piper.sh, 16Speakers.onnx.json (speaker_id_map)
+#
+
+# Registry of multi-speaker models and their speaker names
+# Format: "SpeakerName:model_file:speaker_id:description"
+#
+# 16Speakers Model (12 US + 4 UK voices):
+# Source: LibriVox Public Domain recordings
+# Model: 16Speakers.onnx (77MB)
+#
+MULTISPEAKER_VOICES=(
+  # US English Speakers (0-11)
+  "Cori_Samuel:16Speakers:0:US English Female"
+  "Kara_Shallenberg:16Speakers:1:US English Female"
+  "Kristin_Hughes:16Speakers:2:US English Female"
+  "Maria_Kasper:16Speakers:3:US English Female"
+  "Mike_Pelton:16Speakers:4:US English Male"
+  "Mark_Nelson:16Speakers:5:US English Male"
+  "Michael_Scherer:16Speakers:6:US English Male"
+  "James_K_White:16Speakers:7:US English Male"
+  "Rose_Ibex:16Speakers:8:US English Female"
+  "progressingamerica:16Speakers:9:US English Male"
+  "Steve_C:16Speakers:10:US English Male"
+  "Owlivia:16Speakers:11:US English Female"
+
+  # UK English Speakers (12-15)
+  "Paul_Hampton:16Speakers:12:UK English Male"
+  "Jennifer_Dorr:16Speakers:13:UK English Female"
+  "Emily_Cripps:16Speakers:14:UK English Female"
+  "Martin_Clifton:16Speakers:15:UK English Male"
+)
+
+# @function get_multispeaker_info
+# @intent Get model and speaker ID for a speaker name
+# @why Enables users to select individual speakers from multi-speaker models by name
+# @param $1 {string} speaker_name - Speaker name (e.g., "Cori_Samuel", "Rose_Ibex")
+# @returns Echoes "model:speaker_id" (e.g., "16Speakers:0") to stdout
+# @exitcode 0=speaker found, 1=speaker not found
+# @sideeffects None (read-only lookup)
+# @edgecases Case-insensitive matching
+# @calledby voice-manager.sh switch command
+# @calls None (pure bash array iteration)
+get_multispeaker_info() {
+  local speaker_name="$1"
+  for entry in "${MULTISPEAKER_VOICES[@]}"; do
+    name="${entry%%:*}"
+    rest="${entry#*:}"
+    model="${rest%%:*}"
+    rest="${rest#*:}"
+    speaker_id="${rest%%:*}"
+
+    if [[ "${name,,}" == "${speaker_name,,}" ]]; then
+      echo "$model:$speaker_id"
+      return 0
+    fi
+  done
+  return 1
+}
+
+# @function list_multispeaker_voices
+# @intent Display all available multi-speaker voices with descriptions
+# @why Help users discover individual speakers within multi-speaker models
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects Writes formatted list to stdout
+# @edgecases None
+# @calledby voice-manager.sh list command, /agent-vibes:list
+# @calls None (pure bash array iteration)
+list_multispeaker_voices() {
+  echo "🎭 Multi-Speaker Voices (16Speakers Model):"
+  echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+
+  local current_model=""
+  for entry in "${MULTISPEAKER_VOICES[@]}"; do
+    name="${entry%%:*}"
+    rest="${entry#*:}"
+    model="${rest%%:*}"
+    rest="${rest#*:}"
+    speaker_id="${rest%%:*}"
+    description="${rest#*:}"
+
+    # Print section header when model changes
+    if [[ "$model" != "$current_model" ]]; then
+      if [[ -n "$current_model" ]]; then
+        echo ""
+      fi
+      echo "  Model: $model.onnx"
+      current_model="$model"
+    fi
+
+    echo "    • $name (ID: $speaker_id) - $description"
+  done
+
+  echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+  echo ""
+  echo "Usage: /agent-vibes:switch Cori_Samuel"
+  echo "       /agent-vibes:switch Rose_Ibex"
+}
+
+# @function get_multispeaker_description
+# @intent Get description for a speaker name
+# @why Provide user-friendly info about speaker characteristics
+# @param $1 {string} speaker_name - Speaker name
+# @returns Echoes description (e.g., "US English Female") to stdout
+# @exitcode 0=speaker found, 1=speaker not found
+# @sideeffects None (read-only lookup)
+# @edgecases Case-insensitive matching
+# @calledby voice-manager.sh switch command (for confirmation message)
+# @calls None (pure bash array iteration)
+get_multispeaker_description() {
+  local speaker_name="$1"
+  for entry in "${MULTISPEAKER_VOICES[@]}"; do
+    name="${entry%%:*}"
+    rest="${entry#*:}"
+    rest="${rest#*:}"
+    rest="${rest#*:}"
+    description="${rest}"
+
+    if [[ "${name,,}" == "${speaker_name,,}" ]]; then
+      echo "$description"
+      return 0
+    fi
+  done
+  return 1
+}

.claude/hooks/piper-voice-manager.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/piper-voice-manager.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Piper Voice Model Management - Downloads, caches, and validates Piper ONNX voice models
+# @context Voice model lifecycle management for free offline Piper TTS provider
+# @architecture HuggingFace repository integration with local caching, global storage for voice models
+# @dependencies curl (downloads), piper binary (TTS synthesis)
+# @entrypoints Sourced by play-tts-piper.sh, piper-download-voices.sh, and provider management commands
+# @patterns HuggingFace model repository integration, file-based caching (~25MB per voice), global storage
+# @related play-tts-piper.sh, piper-download-voices.sh, provider-manager.sh, GitHub Issue #25
+#
+
+# Base URL for Piper voice models on HuggingFace
+PIPER_VOICES_BASE_URL="https://huggingface.co/rhasspy/piper-voices/resolve/main"
+
+# AI NOTE: Voice storage precedence order:
+# 1. PIPER_VOICES_DIR environment variable (highest priority)
+# 2. Project-local .claude/piper-voices-dir.txt
+# 3. Directory tree search for .claude/piper-voices-dir.txt
+# 4. Global ~/.claude/piper-voices-dir.txt
+# 5. Default ~/.claude/piper-voices (fallback)
+# This allows per-project voice isolation while defaulting to shared global storage.
+
+# @function get_voice_storage_dir
+# @intent Determine directory for storing Piper voice models with precedence chain
+# @why Voice models are large (~25MB each) and should be shared globally by default, but allow per-project overrides
+# @param None
+# @returns Echoes path to voice storage directory
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects Creates directory if it doesn't exist
+# @edgecases Searches up directory tree for .claude/ folder, supports custom paths via env var or config files
+# @calledby All voice management functions (verify_voice, get_voice_path, download_voice, list_downloaded_voices)
+# @calls mkdir, cat, dirname
+get_voice_storage_dir() {
+  local voice_dir
+
+  # Check for custom path in environment or config file
+  if [[ -n "$PIPER_VOICES_DIR" ]]; then
+    voice_dir="$PIPER_VOICES_DIR"
+  else
+    # Check for config file (project-local first, then global)
+    local config_file
+    if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]] && [[ -f "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/piper-voices-dir.txt" ]]; then
+      config_file="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/piper-voices-dir.txt"
+    else
+      # Search up directory tree for .claude/
+      local current_dir="$PWD"
+      while [[ "$current_dir" != "/" ]]; do
+        if [[ -f "$current_dir/.claude/piper-voices-dir.txt" ]]; then
+          config_file="$current_dir/.claude/piper-voices-dir.txt"
+          break
+        fi
+        current_dir=$(dirname "$current_dir")
+      done
+
+      # Check global config
+      if [[ -z "$config_file" ]] && [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/piper-voices-dir.txt" ]]; then
+        config_file="$HOME/.claude/piper-voices-dir.txt"
+      fi
+    fi
+
+    if [[ -n "$config_file" ]]; then
+      voice_dir=$(cat "$config_file" | tr -d '[:space:]')
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  # Fallback to default global storage
+  if [[ -z "$voice_dir" ]]; then
+    voice_dir="$HOME/.claude/piper-voices"
+  fi
+
+  mkdir -p "$voice_dir"
+  echo "$voice_dir"
+}
+
+# @function verify_voice
+# @intent Check if voice model files exist locally (both .onnx and .onnx.json)
+# @why Avoid redundant downloads, detect missing models, ensure model integrity
+# @param $1 {string} voice_name - Voice model name (e.g., en_US-lessac-medium)
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode 0=voice exists and complete, 1=voice missing or incomplete
+# @sideeffects None (read-only check)
+# @edgecases Requires both ONNX model and JSON config to return success
+# @calledby download_voice, piper-download-voices.sh
+# @calls get_voice_storage_dir
+verify_voice() {
+  local voice_name="$1"
+  local voice_dir
+  voice_dir=$(get_voice_storage_dir)
+
+  local onnx_file="$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx"
+  local json_file="$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx.json"
+
+  [[ -f "$onnx_file" ]] && [[ -f "$json_file" ]]
+}
+
+# @function get_voice_path
+# @intent Get absolute path to voice model ONNX file for Piper binary
+# @why Piper binary requires full absolute path to model file, not just voice name
+# @param $1 {string} voice_name - Voice model name
+# @returns Echoes absolute path to .onnx file to stdout
+# @exitcode 0=success, 1=voice not found
+# @sideeffects Writes error message to stderr if voice not found
+# @edgecases Returns error if voice not downloaded yet
+# @calledby play-tts-piper.sh for TTS synthesis
+# @calls get_voice_storage_dir
+get_voice_path() {
+  local voice_name="$1"
+  local voice_dir
+  voice_dir=$(get_voice_storage_dir)
+
+  local onnx_file="$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx"
+
+  if [[ ! -f "$onnx_file" ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Voice model not found: $voice_name" >&2
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  echo "$onnx_file"
+}
+
+# AI NOTE: Voice name format is: lang_LOCALE-speaker-quality
+# Example: en_US-lessac-medium
+#   - lang: en (language code)
+#   - LOCALE: US (locale/country code)
+#   - speaker: lessac (speaker/voice name)
+#   - quality: medium (model quality: low/medium/high)
+# HuggingFace repository structure: {lang}/{lang}_{LOCALE}/{speaker}/{quality}/
+
+# @function parse_voice_components
+# @intent Extract language, locale, speaker, quality components from voice name
+# @why HuggingFace uses structured directory paths based on these components
+# @param $1 {string} voice_name - Voice name (e.g., en_US-lessac-medium)
+# @returns None (sets global variables)
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects Sets global variables: LANG, LOCALE, SPEAKER, QUALITY
+# @edgecases Expects specific format: lang_LOCALE-speaker-quality
+# @calledby download_voice
+# @calls None (pure string manipulation)
+parse_voice_components() {
+  local voice_name="$1"
+
+  # Extract components from voice name
+  # Format: en_US-lessac-medium
+  #         lang_LOCALE-speaker-quality
+
+  local lang_locale="${voice_name%%-*}"  # en_US
+  local speaker_quality="${voice_name#*-}"  # lessac-medium
+
+  LANG="${lang_locale%%_*}"  # en
+  LOCALE="${lang_locale#*_}"  # US
+  SPEAKER="${speaker_quality%%-*}"  # lessac
+  QUALITY="${speaker_quality#*-}"  # medium
+}
+
+# @function download_voice
+# @intent Download Piper voice model from HuggingFace repository
+# @why Provide free offline TTS voices without requiring API keys
+# @param $1 {string} voice_name - Voice model name (e.g., en_US-lessac-medium)
+# @param $2 {string} lang_code - Language code (optional, inferred from voice_name, unused)
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode 0=success (already downloaded or newly downloaded), 1=download failed
+# @sideeffects Downloads .onnx and .onnx.json files (~25MB total), removes partial downloads on failure
+# @edgecases Handles network failures, validates file integrity (non-zero size), skips if already downloaded
+# @calledby piper-download-voices.sh, manual voice download commands
+# @calls parse_voice_components, verify_voice, get_voice_storage_dir, curl, rm
+download_voice() {
+  local voice_name="$1"
+  local lang_code="${2:-}"
+
+  local voice_dir
+  voice_dir=$(get_voice_storage_dir)
+
+  # Check if already downloaded
+  if verify_voice "$voice_name"; then
+    echo "✅ Voice already downloaded: $voice_name"
+    return 0
+  fi
+
+  # Parse voice components
+  parse_voice_components "$voice_name"
+
+  # Construct download URLs
+  # Path format: {language}/{language}_{locale}/{speaker}/{quality}/{speaker}-{quality}.onnx
+  local model_path="${LANG}/${LANG}_${LOCALE}/${SPEAKER}/${QUALITY}/${voice_name}"
+  local onnx_url="${PIPER_VOICES_BASE_URL}/${model_path}.onnx"
+  local json_url="${PIPER_VOICES_BASE_URL}/${model_path}.onnx.json"
+
+  echo "📥 Downloading Piper voice: $voice_name"
+  echo "   Source: HuggingFace (rhasspy/piper-voices)"
+  echo "   Size: ~25MB"
+  echo ""
+
+  # Download ONNX model
+  echo "   Downloading model file..."
+  if ! curl -L --progress-bar -o "$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx" "$onnx_url"; then
+    echo "❌ Failed to download voice model"
+    rm -f "$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx"
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  # Download JSON config
+  echo "   Downloading config file..."
+  if ! curl -L -s -o "$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx.json" "$json_url"; then
+    echo "❌ Failed to download voice config"
+    rm -f "$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx" "$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx.json"
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  # Verify file integrity (basic check - file size > 0)
+  if [[ ! -s "$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx" ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Downloaded file is empty or corrupt"
+    rm -f "$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx" "$voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx.json"
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  echo "✅ Voice downloaded successfully: $voice_name"
+  echo "   Location: $voice_dir/${voice_name}.onnx"
+}
+
+# @function list_downloaded_voices
+# @intent Display all locally cached voice models with file sizes
+# @why Help users see what voices they have available and storage usage
+# @param None
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode Always 0
+# @sideeffects Writes formatted list to stdout
+# @edgecases Handles empty voice directory gracefully, uses nullglob to avoid literal *.onnx
+# @calledby Voice management commands, /agent-vibes:list
+# @calls get_voice_storage_dir, basename, du
+list_downloaded_voices() {
+  local voice_dir
+  voice_dir=$(get_voice_storage_dir)
+
+  echo "📦 Downloaded Piper Voices:"
+  echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+
+  local count=0
+  shopt -s nullglob
+  for onnx_file in "$voice_dir"/*.onnx; do
+    if [[ -f "$onnx_file" ]]; then
+      local voice_name
+      voice_name=$(basename "$onnx_file" .onnx)
+      local file_size
+      file_size=$(du -h "$onnx_file" | cut -f1)
+      echo "  • $voice_name ($file_size)"
+      ((count++))
+    fi
+  done
+  shopt -u nullglob
+
+  if [[ $count -eq 0 ]]; then
+    echo "  (No voices downloaded yet)"
+  fi
+
+  echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+  echo "Total: $count voices"
+}
+
+# AI NOTE: This file manages the lifecycle of Piper voice models
+# Voice models are ONNX files (~20-30MB each) downloaded from HuggingFace
+# Files are cached locally to avoid repeated downloads
+# Project-local storage preferred over global for isolation

.claude/hooks/play-tts-elevenlabs.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/play-tts-elevenlabs.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied. Use at your own risk. See the Apache License for details.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview ElevenLabs TTS Provider Implementation - Premium cloud-based TTS
+# @context Provider-specific implementation for ElevenLabs API integration with multilingual support
+# @architecture Part of multi-provider TTS system - implements provider interface contract
+# @dependencies Requires ELEVENLABS_API_KEY, curl, ffmpeg, paplay/aplay/mpg123, jq
+# @entrypoints Called by play-tts.sh router with ($1=text, $2=voice_name) when provider=elevenlabs
+# @patterns Follows provider contract: accept text/voice, output audio file path, API error handling, SSH audio optimization
+# @related play-tts.sh, provider-manager.sh, voices-config.sh, language-manager.sh, GitHub Issue #25
+#
+
+# Fix locale warnings
+export LC_ALL=C
+
+TEXT="$1"
+VOICE_OVERRIDE="$2"  # Optional: voice name or direct voice ID
+API_KEY="${ELEVENLABS_API_KEY}"
+
+# Check for project-local pretext configuration
+CONFIG_DIR="${CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR:-.}/.claude/config"
+CONFIG_FILE="$CONFIG_DIR/agentvibes.json"
+
+if [[ -f "$CONFIG_FILE" ]] && command -v jq &> /dev/null; then
+  PRETEXT=$(jq -r '.pretext // empty' "$CONFIG_FILE" 2>/dev/null)
+  if [[ -n "$PRETEXT" ]]; then
+    TEXT="$PRETEXT: $TEXT"
+  fi
+fi
+
+# Limit text length to prevent API issues (max 500 chars for safety)
+if [ ${#TEXT} -gt 500 ]; then
+  TEXT="${TEXT:0:497}..."
+  echo "⚠️ Text truncated to 500 characters for API safety"
+fi
+
+# Source the single voice configuration file
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/voices-config.sh"
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/language-manager.sh"
+
+# @function determine_voice_and_language
+# @intent Resolve voice name/ID and language for multilingual support
+# @why Supports both voice names and direct IDs, plus language-specific voices
+# @param $VOICE_OVERRIDE {string} Voice name or ID (optional)
+# @returns Sets $VOICE_ID and $LANGUAGE_CODE global variables
+# @sideeffects None
+# @edgecases Handles unknown voices, falls back to default
+VOICE_ID=""
+LANGUAGE_CODE="en"  # Default to English
+
+# Get current language setting
+CURRENT_LANGUAGE=$(get_language_code)
+
+# Get language code for API
+# ElevenLabs uses 2-letter ISO codes
+case "$CURRENT_LANGUAGE" in
+  spanish) LANGUAGE_CODE="es" ;;
+  french) LANGUAGE_CODE="fr" ;;
+  german) LANGUAGE_CODE="de" ;;
+  italian) LANGUAGE_CODE="it" ;;
+  portuguese) LANGUAGE_CODE="pt" ;;
+  chinese) LANGUAGE_CODE="zh" ;;
+  japanese) LANGUAGE_CODE="ja" ;;
+  korean) LANGUAGE_CODE="ko" ;;
+  russian) LANGUAGE_CODE="ru" ;;
+  polish) LANGUAGE_CODE="pl" ;;
+  dutch) LANGUAGE_CODE="nl" ;;
+  turkish) LANGUAGE_CODE="tr" ;;
+  arabic) LANGUAGE_CODE="ar" ;;
+  hindi) LANGUAGE_CODE="hi" ;;
+  swedish) LANGUAGE_CODE="sv" ;;
+  danish) LANGUAGE_CODE="da" ;;
+  norwegian) LANGUAGE_CODE="no" ;;
+  finnish) LANGUAGE_CODE="fi" ;;
+  czech) LANGUAGE_CODE="cs" ;;
+  romanian) LANGUAGE_CODE="ro" ;;
+  ukrainian) LANGUAGE_CODE="uk" ;;
+  greek) LANGUAGE_CODE="el" ;;
+  bulgarian) LANGUAGE_CODE="bg" ;;
+  croatian) LANGUAGE_CODE="hr" ;;
+  slovak) LANGUAGE_CODE="sk" ;;
+  english|*) LANGUAGE_CODE="en" ;;
+esac
+
+if [[ -n "$VOICE_OVERRIDE" ]]; then
+  # Check if override is a voice name (lookup in mapping)
+  if [[ -n "${VOICES[$VOICE_OVERRIDE]}" ]]; then
+    VOICE_ID="${VOICES[$VOICE_OVERRIDE]}"
+    echo "🎤 Using voice: $VOICE_OVERRIDE (session-specific)"
+  # Check if override looks like a voice ID (alphanumeric string ~20 chars)
+  elif [[ "$VOICE_OVERRIDE" =~ ^[a-zA-Z0-9]{15,30}$ ]]; then
+    VOICE_ID="$VOICE_OVERRIDE"
+    echo "🎤 Using custom voice ID (session-specific)"
+  else
+    echo "⚠️ Unknown voice '$VOICE_OVERRIDE', trying language-specific voice"
+  fi
+fi
+
+# If no override or invalid override, use language-specific voice
+if [[ -z "$VOICE_ID" ]]; then
+  # Try to get voice for current language
+  LANG_VOICE=$(get_voice_for_language "$CURRENT_LANGUAGE" "elevenlabs" 2>/dev/null)
+
+  if [[ -n "$LANG_VOICE" ]] && [[ -n "${VOICES[$LANG_VOICE]}" ]]; then
+    VOICE_ID="${VOICES[$LANG_VOICE]}"
+    echo "🌍 Using $CURRENT_LANGUAGE voice: $LANG_VOICE"
+  else
+    # Fall back to voice manager
+    VOICE_MANAGER_SCRIPT="$(dirname "$0")/voice-manager.sh"
+    if [[ -f "$VOICE_MANAGER_SCRIPT" ]]; then
+      VOICE_NAME=$("$VOICE_MANAGER_SCRIPT" get)
+      VOICE_ID="${VOICES[$VOICE_NAME]}"
+    fi
+
+    # Final fallback to default
+    if [[ -z "$VOICE_ID" ]]; then
+      echo "⚠️ No voice configured, using default"
+      VOICE_ID="${VOICES[Aria]}"
+    fi
+  fi
+fi
+
+# @function validate_inputs
+# @intent Check required parameters and API key
+# @why Fail fast with clear errors if inputs missing
+# @exitcode 1=missing text, 2=missing API key
+if [ -z "$TEXT" ]; then
+  echo "Usage: $0 \"text to speak\" [voice_name_or_id]"
+  exit 1
+fi
+
+if [ -z "$API_KEY" ]; then
+  echo "Error: ELEVENLABS_API_KEY not set"
+  echo "Set your API key: export ELEVENLABS_API_KEY=your_key_here"
+  exit 2
+fi
+
+# @function determine_audio_directory
+# @intent Find appropriate directory for audio file storage
+# @why Supports project-local and global storage
+# @returns Sets $AUDIO_DIR global variable
+# @sideeffects None
+# @edgecases Handles missing directories, creates if needed
+# AI NOTE: Check project dir first, then search up tree, finally fall back to global
+if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]]; then
+  AUDIO_DIR="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/audio"
+else
+  # Fallback: try to find .claude directory in current path
+  CURRENT_DIR="$PWD"
+  while [[ "$CURRENT_DIR" != "/" ]]; do
+    if [[ -d "$CURRENT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+      AUDIO_DIR="$CURRENT_DIR/.claude/audio"
+      break
+    fi
+    CURRENT_DIR=$(dirname "$CURRENT_DIR")
+  done
+  # Final fallback to global if no project .claude found
+  if [[ -z "$AUDIO_DIR" ]]; then
+    AUDIO_DIR="$HOME/.claude/audio"
+  fi
+fi
+
+mkdir -p "$AUDIO_DIR"
+TEMP_FILE="$AUDIO_DIR/tts-$(date +%s).mp3"
+
+# @function synthesize_with_elevenlabs
+# @intent Call ElevenLabs API to generate speech
+# @why Encapsulates API call with error handling
+# @param Uses globals: $TEXT, $VOICE_ID, $API_KEY
+# @returns Creates audio file at $TEMP_FILE
+# @exitcode 0=success, 3=API error
+# @sideeffects Creates MP3 file in audio directory
+# @edgecases Handles network failures, API errors, rate limiting
+# Choose model based on language
+if [[ "$LANGUAGE_CODE" == "en" ]]; then
+  MODEL_ID="eleven_monolingual_v1"
+else
+  MODEL_ID="eleven_multilingual_v2"
+fi
+
+# @function get_speech_speed
+# @intent Read speed config and map to ElevenLabs API range (0.7-1.2)
+# @why ElevenLabs only supports 0.7 (slower) to 1.2 (faster), must map user scale
+# @returns Speed value for ElevenLabs API (clamped to 0.7-1.2)
+get_speech_speed() {
+  local config_dir=""
+
+  # Determine config directory
+  if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]] && [[ -d "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+    config_dir="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/config"
+  else
+    # Try to find .claude in current path
+    local current_dir="$PWD"
+    while [[ "$current_dir" != "/" ]]; do
+      if [[ -d "$current_dir/.claude" ]]; then
+        config_dir="$current_dir/.claude/config"
+        break
+      fi
+      current_dir=$(dirname "$current_dir")
+    done
+    # Fallback to global
+    if [[ -z "$config_dir" ]]; then
+      config_dir="$HOME/.claude/config"
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  local main_speed_file="$config_dir/tts-speech-rate.txt"
+  local target_speed_file="$config_dir/tts-target-speech-rate.txt"
+
+  # Legacy file paths for backward compatibility
+  local legacy_main_speed_file="$config_dir/piper-speech-rate.txt"
+  local legacy_target_speed_file="$config_dir/piper-target-speech-rate.txt"
+
+  local user_speed="1.0"
+
+  # If this is a non-English voice and target config exists, use it
+  if [[ "$CURRENT_LANGUAGE" != "english" ]]; then
+    if [[ -f "$target_speed_file" ]]; then
+      user_speed=$(cat "$target_speed_file" 2>/dev/null || echo "1.0")
+    elif [[ -f "$legacy_target_speed_file" ]]; then
+      user_speed=$(cat "$legacy_target_speed_file" 2>/dev/null || echo "1.0")
+    else
+      user_speed="0.5"  # Default slower for learning
+    fi
+  else
+    # Otherwise use main config if available
+    if [[ -f "$main_speed_file" ]]; then
+      user_speed=$(grep -v '^#' "$main_speed_file" 2>/dev/null | grep -v '^$' | tail -1 || echo "1.0")
+    elif [[ -f "$legacy_main_speed_file" ]]; then
+      user_speed=$(grep -v '^#' "$legacy_main_speed_file" 2>/dev/null | grep -v '^$' | tail -1 || echo "1.0")
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  # Map user scale (0.5=slower, 1.0=normal, 2.0=faster, 3.0=very fast)
+  # to ElevenLabs range (0.7=slower, 1.0=normal, 1.2=faster)
+  # Formula: elevenlabs_speed = 0.7 + (user_speed - 0.5) * 0.2
+  # This maps: 0.5→0.7, 1.0→0.8, 2.0→1.0, 3.0→1.2
+  # Actually, let's use a better mapping:
+  # 0.5x → 0.7 (slowest ElevenLabs)
+  # 1.0x → 1.0 (normal)
+  # 2.0x → 1.15
+  # 3.0x → 1.2 (fastest ElevenLabs)
+
+  if command -v bc &> /dev/null; then
+    local eleven_speed
+    if (( $(echo "$user_speed <= 0.5" | bc -l) )); then
+      eleven_speed="0.7"
+    elif (( $(echo "$user_speed >= 3.0" | bc -l) )); then
+      eleven_speed="1.2"
+    elif (( $(echo "$user_speed <= 1.0" | bc -l) )); then
+      # Map 0.5-1.0 to 0.7-1.0
+      eleven_speed=$(echo "scale=2; 0.7 + ($user_speed - 0.5) * 0.6" | bc -l)
+    else
+      # Map 1.0-3.0 to 1.0-1.2
+      eleven_speed=$(echo "scale=2; 1.0 + ($user_speed - 1.0) * 0.1" | bc -l)
+    fi
+    echo "$eleven_speed"
+  else
+    # Fallback without bc: just clamp to safe values
+    if (( $(awk 'BEGIN {print ("'$user_speed'" <= 0.5)}') )); then
+      echo "0.7"
+    elif (( $(awk 'BEGIN {print ("'$user_speed'" >= 2.0)}') )); then
+      echo "1.2"
+    else
+      echo "1.0"
+    fi
+  fi
+}
+
+SPEECH_SPEED=$(get_speech_speed)
+
+# Build JSON payload with jq for proper escaping
+PAYLOAD=$(jq -n \
+  --arg text "$TEXT" \
+  --arg model "$MODEL_ID" \
+  --arg lang "$LANGUAGE_CODE" \
+  --argjson speed "$SPEECH_SPEED" \
+  '{
+    text: $text,
+    model_id: $model,
+    language_code: $lang,
+    voice_settings: {
+      stability: 0.5,
+      similarity_boost: 0.75,
+      speed: $speed
+    }
+  }')
+
+curl -s -X POST "https://api.elevenlabs.io/v1/text-to-speech/${VOICE_ID}" \
+  -H "xi-api-key: ${API_KEY}" \
+  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
+  -d "$PAYLOAD" \
+  -o "${TEMP_FILE}"
+
+# @function add_silence_padding
+# @intent Add silence to beginning of audio to prevent WSL static
+# @why WSL audio subsystem cuts off first ~200ms, causing static/clipping
+# @param Uses global: $TEMP_FILE
+# @returns Updates $TEMP_FILE to padded version
+# @sideeffects Modifies audio file, removes original
+# @edgecases Gracefully falls back to unpadded if ffmpeg unavailable
+# Add silence padding to prevent WSL audio static
+if [ -f "${TEMP_FILE}" ]; then
+  # Check if ffmpeg is available for adding padding
+  if command -v ffmpeg &> /dev/null; then
+    PADDED_FILE="$AUDIO_DIR/tts-padded-$(date +%s).mp3"
+    # Add 200ms of silence at the beginning to prevent static
+    # Note: ElevenLabs returns mono audio, so we use mono silence
+    ffmpeg -f lavfi -i anullsrc=r=44100:cl=mono:d=0.2 -i "${TEMP_FILE}" \
+      -filter_complex "[0:a][1:a]concat=n=2:v=0:a=1[out]" \
+      -map "[out]" -c:a libmp3lame -b:a 128k -y "${PADDED_FILE}" 2>/dev/null
+
+    if [ -f "${PADDED_FILE}" ]; then
+      # Use padded file and clean up original
+      rm -f "${TEMP_FILE}"
+      TEMP_FILE="${PADDED_FILE}"
+    fi
+    # If padding failed, just use original file
+  fi
+
+  # @function play_audio
+  # @intent Play generated audio file using available player with sequential playback
+  # @why Support multiple audio players and prevent overlapping audio in learning mode
+  # @param Uses global: $TEMP_FILE, $CURRENT_LANGUAGE
+  # @sideeffects Plays audio with lock mechanism for sequential playback
+  # @edgecases Falls through players until one works
+  LOCK_FILE="/tmp/agentvibes-audio.lock"
+
+  # Wait for previous audio to finish (max 30 seconds)
+  for i in {1..60}; do
+    if [ ! -f "$LOCK_FILE" ]; then
+      break
+    fi
+    sleep 0.5
+  done
+
+  # Track last target language audio for replay command
+  if [[ "$CURRENT_LANGUAGE" != "english" ]]; then
+    TARGET_AUDIO_FILE="${CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR:-.}/.claude/last-target-audio.txt"
+    echo "${TEMP_FILE}" > "$TARGET_AUDIO_FILE"
+  fi
+
+  # Create lock and play audio
+  touch "$LOCK_FILE"
+
+  # Get audio duration for proper lock timing
+  DURATION=$(ffprobe -v error -show_entries format=duration -of default=noprint_wrappers=1:nokey=1 "${TEMP_FILE}" 2>/dev/null)
+  DURATION=${DURATION%.*}  # Round to integer
+  DURATION=${DURATION:-1}   # Default to 1 second if detection fails
+
+  # Convert to 48kHz stereo WAV for better SSH tunnel compatibility
+  # ElevenLabs returns 44.1kHz mono MP3, which causes static over SSH audio tunnels
+  # Converting to 48kHz stereo (Windows/PulseAudio native format) eliminates the static
+  if [[ -n "$SSH_CONNECTION" ]] || [[ -n "$SSH_CLIENT" ]] || [[ -n "$VSCODE_IPC_HOOK_CLI" ]]; then
+    CONVERTED_FILE="${TEMP_FILE%.mp3}.wav"
+    if ffmpeg -i "${TEMP_FILE}" -ar 48000 -ac 2 "${CONVERTED_FILE}" -y 2>/dev/null; then
+      TEMP_FILE="${CONVERTED_FILE}"
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  # Play audio (WSL/Linux) in background to avoid blocking, fully detached (skip if in test mode)
+  if [[ "${AGENTVIBES_TEST_MODE:-false}" != "true" ]]; then
+    (paplay "${TEMP_FILE}" || aplay "${TEMP_FILE}" || mpg123 "${TEMP_FILE}") >/dev/null 2>&1 &
+    PLAYER_PID=$!
+  fi
+
+  # Wait for audio to finish, then release lock
+  (sleep $DURATION; rm -f "$LOCK_FILE") &
+  disown
+
+  # Keep temp files for later review - cleaned up weekly by cron
+  echo "🎵 Saved to: ${TEMP_FILE}"
+  echo "🎤 Voice used: ${VOICE_NAME} (${VOICE_ID})"
+else
+  echo "❌ Failed to generate audio - API may be unavailable"
+  echo "Check your API key and network connection"
+  exit 3
+fi

.claude/hooks/play-tts-piper.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/play-tts-piper.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied. Use at your own risk. See the Apache License for details.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Piper TTS Provider Implementation - Free, offline neural TTS
+# @context Provides local, privacy-first TTS alternative to cloud services for WSL/Linux
+# @architecture Implements provider interface contract for Piper binary integration
+# @dependencies piper (pipx), piper-voice-manager.sh, mpv/aplay, ffmpeg (optional padding)
+# @entrypoints Called by play-tts.sh router when provider=piper
+# @patterns Provider contract: text/voice → audio file path, voice auto-download, language-aware synthesis
+# @related play-tts.sh, piper-voice-manager.sh, language-manager.sh, GitHub Issue #25
+#
+
+# Fix locale warnings
+export LC_ALL=C
+
+TEXT="$1"
+VOICE_OVERRIDE="$2"  # Optional: voice model name
+
+# Source voice manager and language manager
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-voice-manager.sh"
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/language-manager.sh"
+
+# Default voice for Piper
+DEFAULT_VOICE="en_US-lessac-medium"
+
+# @function determine_voice_model
+# @intent Resolve voice name to Piper model name with language support
+# @why Support voice override, language-specific voices, and default fallback
+# @param Uses global: $VOICE_OVERRIDE
+# @returns Sets $VOICE_MODEL global variable
+# @sideeffects None
+VOICE_MODEL=""
+
+# Get current language setting
+CURRENT_LANGUAGE=$(get_language_code)
+
+if [[ -n "$VOICE_OVERRIDE" ]]; then
+  # Use override if provided
+  VOICE_MODEL="$VOICE_OVERRIDE"
+  echo "🎤 Using voice: $VOICE_OVERRIDE (session-specific)"
+else
+  # Try to get voice from voice file (check CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR first for MCP context)
+  VOICE_FILE=""
+
+  # Priority order:
+  # 1. CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR env var (set by MCP for project-specific settings)
+  # 2. Script location (for direct slash command usage)
+  # 3. Global ~/.claude (fallback)
+
+  if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]] && [[ -f "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-voice.txt" ]]; then
+    # MCP context: Use the project directory where MCP was invoked
+    VOICE_FILE="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-voice.txt"
+  elif [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/../tts-voice.txt" ]]; then
+    # Direct usage: Use script location
+    VOICE_FILE="$SCRIPT_DIR/../tts-voice.txt"
+  elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-voice.txt" ]]; then
+    # Fallback: Use global
+    VOICE_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-voice.txt"
+  fi
+
+  if [[ -n "$VOICE_FILE" ]]; then
+    FILE_VOICE=$(cat "$VOICE_FILE" 2>/dev/null)
+
+    # Check for multi-speaker voice (model + speaker ID stored separately)
+    # Use same directory as VOICE_FILE for consistency
+    VOICE_DIR=$(dirname "$VOICE_FILE")
+    MODEL_FILE="$VOICE_DIR/tts-piper-model.txt"
+    SPEAKER_ID_FILE="$VOICE_DIR/tts-piper-speaker-id.txt"
+
+    if [[ -f "$MODEL_FILE" ]] && [[ -f "$SPEAKER_ID_FILE" ]]; then
+      # Multi-speaker voice
+      VOICE_MODEL=$(cat "$MODEL_FILE" 2>/dev/null)
+      SPEAKER_ID=$(cat "$SPEAKER_ID_FILE" 2>/dev/null)
+      echo "🎭 Using multi-speaker voice: $FILE_VOICE (Model: $VOICE_MODEL, Speaker ID: $SPEAKER_ID)"
+    # Check if it's a standard Piper model name or custom voice (just use as-is)
+    elif [[ -n "$FILE_VOICE" ]]; then
+      VOICE_MODEL="$FILE_VOICE"
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  # If no Piper voice from file, try language-specific voice
+  if [[ -z "$VOICE_MODEL" ]]; then
+    LANG_VOICE=$(get_voice_for_language "$CURRENT_LANGUAGE" "piper" 2>/dev/null)
+
+    if [[ -n "$LANG_VOICE" ]]; then
+      VOICE_MODEL="$LANG_VOICE"
+      echo "🌍 Using $CURRENT_LANGUAGE voice: $LANG_VOICE (Piper)"
+    else
+      # Use default voice
+      VOICE_MODEL="$DEFAULT_VOICE"
+    fi
+  fi
+fi
+
+# @function validate_inputs
+# @intent Check required parameters
+# @why Fail fast with clear errors if inputs missing
+# @exitcode 1=missing text, 2=missing piper binary
+if [[ -z "$TEXT" ]]; then
+  echo "Usage: $0 \"text to speak\" [voice_model_name]"
+  exit 1
+fi
+
+# Check if Piper is installed
+if ! command -v piper &> /dev/null; then
+  echo "❌ Error: Piper TTS not installed"
+  echo "Install with: pipx install piper-tts"
+  echo "Or run: .claude/hooks/piper-installer.sh"
+  exit 2
+fi
+
+# @function ensure_voice_downloaded
+# @intent Download voice model if not cached
+# @why Provide seamless experience with automatic downloads
+# @param Uses global: $VOICE_MODEL
+# @sideeffects Downloads voice model files
+# @edgecases Prompts user for consent before downloading
+if ! verify_voice "$VOICE_MODEL"; then
+  echo "📥 Voice model not found: $VOICE_MODEL"
+  echo "   File size: ~25MB"
+  echo "   Preview: https://huggingface.co/rhasspy/piper-voices"
+  echo ""
+  read -p "   Download this voice model? [y/N]: " -n 1 -r
+  echo
+
+  if [[ $REPLY =~ ^[Yy]$ ]]; then
+    if ! download_voice "$VOICE_MODEL"; then
+      echo "❌ Failed to download voice model"
+      echo "Fix: Download manually or choose different voice"
+      exit 3
+    fi
+  else
+    echo "❌ Voice download cancelled"
+    exit 3
+  fi
+fi
+
+# Get voice model path
+VOICE_PATH=$(get_voice_path "$VOICE_MODEL")
+if [[ $? -ne 0 ]]; then
+  echo "❌ Voice model path not found: $VOICE_MODEL"
+  exit 3
+fi
+
+# @function determine_audio_directory
+# @intent Find appropriate directory for audio file storage
+# @why Supports project-local and global storage
+# @returns Sets $AUDIO_DIR global variable
+if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]]; then
+  AUDIO_DIR="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/audio"
+else
+  # Fallback: try to find .claude directory in current path
+  CURRENT_DIR="$PWD"
+  while [[ "$CURRENT_DIR" != "/" ]]; do
+    if [[ -d "$CURRENT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+      AUDIO_DIR="$CURRENT_DIR/.claude/audio"
+      break
+    fi
+    CURRENT_DIR=$(dirname "$CURRENT_DIR")
+  done
+  # Final fallback to global if no project .claude found
+  if [[ -z "$AUDIO_DIR" ]]; then
+    AUDIO_DIR="$HOME/.claude/audio"
+  fi
+fi
+
+mkdir -p "$AUDIO_DIR"
+TEMP_FILE="$AUDIO_DIR/tts-$(date +%s).wav"
+
+# @function get_speech_rate
+# @intent Determine speech rate for Piper synthesis
+# @why Convert user-facing speed (0.5=slower, 2.0=faster) to Piper length-scale (inverted)
+# @returns Piper length-scale value (inverted from user scale)
+# @note Piper uses length-scale where higher=slower, opposite of user expectation
+get_speech_rate() {
+  local target_config=""
+  local main_config=""
+
+  # Check for target-specific config first (new and legacy paths)
+  if [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/../config/tts-target-speech-rate.txt" ]]; then
+    target_config="$SCRIPT_DIR/../config/tts-target-speech-rate.txt"
+  elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/config/tts-target-speech-rate.txt" ]]; then
+    target_config="$HOME/.claude/config/tts-target-speech-rate.txt"
+  elif [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/../config/piper-target-speech-rate.txt" ]]; then
+    target_config="$SCRIPT_DIR/../config/piper-target-speech-rate.txt"
+  elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/config/piper-target-speech-rate.txt" ]]; then
+    target_config="$HOME/.claude/config/piper-target-speech-rate.txt"
+  fi
+
+  # Check for main config (new and legacy paths)
+  if [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/../config/tts-speech-rate.txt" ]]; then
+    main_config="$SCRIPT_DIR/../config/tts-speech-rate.txt"
+  elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/config/tts-speech-rate.txt" ]]; then
+    main_config="$HOME/.claude/config/tts-speech-rate.txt"
+  elif [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/../config/piper-speech-rate.txt" ]]; then
+    main_config="$SCRIPT_DIR/../config/piper-speech-rate.txt"
+  elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/config/piper-speech-rate.txt" ]]; then
+    main_config="$HOME/.claude/config/piper-speech-rate.txt"
+  fi
+
+  # If this is a non-English voice and target config exists, use it
+  if [[ "$CURRENT_LANGUAGE" != "english" ]] && [[ -n "$target_config" ]]; then
+    local user_speed=$(cat "$target_config" 2>/dev/null)
+    # Convert user speed to Piper length-scale (invert)
+    # User: 0.5=slower, 1.0=normal, 2.0=faster
+    # Piper: 2.0=slower, 1.0=normal, 0.5=faster
+    # Formula: piper_length_scale = 1.0 / user_speed
+    echo "scale=2; 1.0 / $user_speed" | bc -l 2>/dev/null || echo "1.0"
+    return
+  fi
+
+  # Otherwise use main config if available
+  if [[ -n "$main_config" ]]; then
+    local user_speed=$(grep -v '^#' "$main_config" 2>/dev/null | grep -v '^$' | tail -1)
+    echo "scale=2; 1.0 / $user_speed" | bc -l 2>/dev/null || echo "1.0"
+    return
+  fi
+
+  # Default: 1.0 (normal) for English, 2.0 (slower) for learning
+  if [[ "$CURRENT_LANGUAGE" != "english" ]]; then
+    echo "2.0"
+  else
+    echo "1.0"
+  fi
+}
+
+SPEECH_RATE=$(get_speech_rate)
+
+# @function synthesize_with_piper
+# @intent Generate speech using Piper TTS
+# @why Provides free, offline TTS alternative
+# @param Uses globals: $TEXT, $VOICE_PATH, $SPEECH_RATE, $SPEAKER_ID (optional)
+# @returns Creates WAV file at $TEMP_FILE
+# @exitcode 0=success, 4=synthesis error
+# @sideeffects Creates audio file
+# @edgecases Handles piper errors, invalid models, multi-speaker voices
+if [[ -n "$SPEAKER_ID" ]]; then
+  # Multi-speaker voice: Pass speaker ID
+  echo "$TEXT" | piper --model "$VOICE_PATH" --speaker "$SPEAKER_ID" --length-scale "$SPEECH_RATE" --output_file "$TEMP_FILE" 2>/dev/null
+else
+  # Single-speaker voice
+  echo "$TEXT" | piper --model "$VOICE_PATH" --length-scale "$SPEECH_RATE" --output_file "$TEMP_FILE" 2>/dev/null
+fi
+
+if [[ ! -f "$TEMP_FILE" ]] || [[ ! -s "$TEMP_FILE" ]]; then
+  echo "❌ Failed to synthesize speech with Piper"
+  echo "Voice model: $VOICE_MODEL"
+  echo "Check that voice model is valid"
+  exit 4
+fi
+
+# @function add_silence_padding
+# @intent Add silence to prevent WSL audio static
+# @why WSL audio subsystem cuts off first ~200ms
+# @param Uses global: $TEMP_FILE
+# @returns Updates $TEMP_FILE to padded version
+# @sideeffects Modifies audio file
+# AI NOTE: Use ffmpeg if available, otherwise skip padding (degraded experience)
+if command -v ffmpeg &> /dev/null; then
+  PADDED_FILE="$AUDIO_DIR/tts-padded-$(date +%s).wav"
+  # Add 200ms of silence at the beginning
+  ffmpeg -f lavfi -i anullsrc=r=44100:cl=stereo:d=0.2 -i "$TEMP_FILE" \
+    -filter_complex "[0:a][1:a]concat=n=2:v=0:a=1[out]" \
+    -map "[out]" -y "$PADDED_FILE" 2>/dev/null
+
+  if [[ -f "$PADDED_FILE" ]]; then
+    rm -f "$TEMP_FILE"
+    TEMP_FILE="$PADDED_FILE"
+  fi
+fi
+
+# @function play_audio
+# @intent Play generated audio using available player with sequential playback
+# @why Support multiple audio players and prevent overlapping audio in learning mode
+# @param Uses global: $TEMP_FILE, $CURRENT_LANGUAGE
+# @sideeffects Plays audio with lock mechanism for sequential playback
+LOCK_FILE="/tmp/agentvibes-audio.lock"
+
+# Wait for previous audio to finish (max 30 seconds)
+for i in {1..60}; do
+  if [ ! -f "$LOCK_FILE" ]; then
+    break
+  fi
+  sleep 0.5
+done
+
+# Track last target language audio for replay command
+if [[ "$CURRENT_LANGUAGE" != "english" ]]; then
+  TARGET_AUDIO_FILE="${CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR:-.}/.claude/last-target-audio.txt"
+  echo "$TEMP_FILE" > "$TARGET_AUDIO_FILE"
+fi
+
+# Create lock and play audio
+touch "$LOCK_FILE"
+
+# Get audio duration for proper lock timing
+DURATION=$(ffprobe -v error -show_entries format=duration -of default=noprint_wrappers=1:nokey=1 "$TEMP_FILE" 2>/dev/null)
+DURATION=${DURATION%.*}  # Round to integer
+DURATION=${DURATION:-1}   # Default to 1 second if detection fails
+
+# Play audio in background (skip if in test mode)
+if [[ "${AGENTVIBES_TEST_MODE:-false}" != "true" ]]; then
+  (mpv "$TEMP_FILE" || aplay "$TEMP_FILE" || paplay "$TEMP_FILE") >/dev/null 2>&1 &
+  PLAYER_PID=$!
+fi
+
+# Wait for audio to finish, then release lock
+(sleep $DURATION; rm -f "$LOCK_FILE") &
+disown
+
+echo "🎵 Saved to: $TEMP_FILE"
+echo "🎤 Voice used: $VOICE_MODEL (Piper TTS)"

.claude/hooks/play-tts.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/play-tts.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview TTS Provider Router with Language Learning Support
+# @context Routes TTS requests to active provider (ElevenLabs or Piper)
+# @architecture Provider abstraction layer - single entry point for all TTS
+# @dependencies provider-manager.sh, play-tts-elevenlabs.sh, play-tts-piper.sh, github-star-reminder.sh
+# @entrypoints Called by hooks, slash commands, personality-manager.sh, and all TTS features
+# @patterns Provider pattern - delegates to provider-specific implementations, auto-detects provider from voice name
+# @related provider-manager.sh, play-tts-elevenlabs.sh, play-tts-piper.sh, learn-manager.sh
+#
+
+# Fix locale warnings
+export LC_ALL=C
+
+TEXT="$1"
+VOICE_OVERRIDE="$2"  # Optional: voice name or ID
+
+# Get script directory
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+
+# Source provider manager to get active provider
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/provider-manager.sh"
+
+# Get active provider
+ACTIVE_PROVIDER=$(get_active_provider)
+
+# Show GitHub star reminder (once per day)
+"$SCRIPT_DIR/github-star-reminder.sh" 2>/dev/null || true
+
+# @function detect_voice_provider
+# @intent Auto-detect provider from voice name (for mixed-provider support)
+# @why Allow ElevenLabs for main language + Piper for target language
+# @param $1 voice name/ID
+# @returns Provider name (elevenlabs or piper)
+detect_voice_provider() {
+  local voice="$1"
+  # Piper voice names contain underscore and dash (e.g., es_ES-davefx-medium)
+  if [[ "$voice" == *"_"*"-"* ]]; then
+    echo "piper"
+  else
+    echo "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER"
+  fi
+}
+
+# Override provider if voice indicates different provider (mixed-provider mode)
+if [[ -n "$VOICE_OVERRIDE" ]]; then
+  DETECTED_PROVIDER=$(detect_voice_provider "$VOICE_OVERRIDE")
+  if [[ "$DETECTED_PROVIDER" != "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER" ]]; then
+    ACTIVE_PROVIDER="$DETECTED_PROVIDER"
+  fi
+fi
+
+# Normal single-language mode - route to appropriate provider implementation
+# Note: For learning mode, the output style will call this script TWICE:
+# 1. First call with main language text and current voice
+# 2. Second call with translated text and target voice
+case "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER" in
+  elevenlabs)
+    exec "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts-elevenlabs.sh" "$TEXT" "$VOICE_OVERRIDE"
+    ;;
+  piper)
+    exec "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts-piper.sh" "$TEXT" "$VOICE_OVERRIDE"
+    ;;
+  *)
+    echo "❌ Unknown provider: $ACTIVE_PROVIDER"
+    echo "   Run: /agent-vibes:provider list"
+    exit 1
+    ;;
+esac

.claude/hooks/provider-commands.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/provider-commands.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Provider management slash commands
+# @context User-facing commands for switching and managing TTS providers
+# @architecture Part of /agent-vibes:* command system with language compatibility checking
+# @dependencies provider-manager.sh, language-manager.sh, voice-manager.sh, piper-voice-manager.sh
+# @entrypoints Called by /agent-vibes:provider slash commands (list, switch, info, test, get, preview)
+# @patterns Interactive confirmations, platform detection, language compatibility validation
+# @related provider-manager.sh, play-tts.sh, voice-manager.sh, piper-voice-manager.sh
+#
+
+# Get script directory
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/provider-manager.sh"
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/language-manager.sh"
+
+COMMAND="${1:-help}"
+
+# @function is_language_supported
+# @intent Check if a language is supported by a provider
+# @param $1 {string} language - Language code (e.g., "spanish", "french")
+# @param $2 {string} provider - Provider name (e.g., "elevenlabs", "piper")
+# @returns 0 if supported, 1 if not
+is_language_supported() {
+  local language="$1"
+  local provider="$2"
+
+  # English is always supported
+  if [[ "$language" == "english" ]] || [[ "$language" == "en" ]]; then
+    return 0
+  fi
+
+  case "$provider" in
+    elevenlabs)
+      # ElevenLabs supports all languages via multilingual voices
+      return 0
+      ;;
+    piper)
+      # Piper only supports English natively
+      return 1
+      ;;
+    *)
+      return 1
+      ;;
+  esac
+}
+
+# @function provider_list
+# @intent Display all available providers with status
+provider_list() {
+  local current_provider
+  current_provider=$(get_active_provider)
+
+  echo "┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐"
+  echo "│ Available TTS Providers                                    │"
+  echo "├────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤"
+
+  # ElevenLabs
+  if [[ "$current_provider" == "elevenlabs" ]]; then
+    echo "│ ✓ ElevenLabs    Premium quality    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐    [ACTIVE]    │"
+  else
+    echo "│   ElevenLabs    Premium quality    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐               │"
+  fi
+  echo "│   Cost: Free tier + \$5-22/mo                               │"
+  echo "│   Platform: All (Windows, macOS, Linux, WSL)               │"
+  echo "│   Offline: No                                              │"
+  echo "│                                                            │"
+
+  # Piper
+  if [[ "$current_provider" == "piper" ]]; then
+    echo "│ ✓ Piper TTS     Free, offline      ⭐⭐⭐⭐       [ACTIVE]    │"
+  else
+    echo "│   Piper TTS     Free, offline      ⭐⭐⭐⭐                  │"
+  fi
+  echo "│   Cost: Free forever                                       │"
+  echo "│   Platform: WSL, Linux only                                │"
+  echo "│   Offline: Yes                                             │"
+  echo "└────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘"
+  echo ""
+  echo "Learn more: agentvibes.org/providers"
+}
+
+# @function provider_switch
+# @intent Switch to a different TTS provider
+provider_switch() {
+  local new_provider="$1"
+  local force_mode=false
+
+  # Check for --force or --yes flag
+  if [[ "$2" == "--force" ]] || [[ "$2" == "--yes" ]] || [[ "$2" == "-y" ]]; then
+    force_mode=true
+  fi
+
+  # Auto-enable force mode if running non-interactively (e.g., from MCP)
+  # Check multiple conditions for MCP/non-interactive context
+  if [[ ! -t 0 ]] || [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]] || [[ -n "$MCP_SERVER" ]]; then
+    force_mode=true
+  fi
+
+  if [[ -z "$new_provider" ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Error: Provider name required"
+    echo "Usage: /agent-vibes:provider switch <provider> [--force]"
+    echo "Available: elevenlabs, piper"
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  # Validate provider
+  if ! validate_provider "$new_provider"; then
+    echo "❌ Invalid provider: $new_provider"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Available providers:"
+    list_providers
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  local current_provider
+  current_provider=$(get_active_provider)
+
+  if [[ "$current_provider" == "$new_provider" ]]; then
+    echo "✓ Already using $new_provider"
+    return 0
+  fi
+
+  # Platform check for Piper
+  if [[ "$new_provider" == "piper" ]]; then
+    if ! grep -qi microsoft /proc/version 2>/dev/null && [[ "$(uname -s)" != "Linux" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Piper is only supported on WSL and Linux"
+      echo "Your platform: $(uname -s)"
+      echo "See: agentvibes.org/platform-support"
+      return 1
+    fi
+
+    # Check if Piper is installed
+    if ! command -v piper &> /dev/null; then
+      echo "❌ Piper TTS is not installed"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Install with: pipx install piper-tts"
+      echo "Or run: .claude/hooks/piper-installer.sh"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Visit: agentvibes.org/install-piper"
+      return 1
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  # Check language compatibility
+  local current_language
+  current_language=$(get_language_code)
+
+  if [[ "$current_language" != "english" ]]; then
+    if ! is_language_supported "$current_language" "$new_provider" 2>/dev/null; then
+      echo "⚠️  Language Compatibility Warning"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Current language: $current_language"
+      echo "Target provider:  $new_provider"
+      echo ""
+      echo "❌ Language '$current_language' is not natively supported by $new_provider"
+      echo "   Will fall back to English when using $new_provider"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Options:"
+      echo "  1. Continue anyway (will use English)"
+      echo "  2. Switch language to English"
+      echo "  3. Cancel provider switch"
+      echo ""
+
+      # Skip prompt in force mode
+      if [[ "$force_mode" == true ]]; then
+        echo "⏩ Force mode: Continuing with fallback to English..."
+      else
+        read -p "Choose option [1-3]: " -n 1 -r
+        echo
+
+        case $REPLY in
+          1)
+            echo "⏩ Continuing with fallback to English..."
+            ;;
+          2)
+            echo "🔄 Switching language to English..."
+            "$SCRIPT_DIR/language-manager.sh" set english
+            ;;
+          3)
+            echo "❌ Provider switch cancelled"
+            return 1
+            ;;
+          *)
+            echo "❌ Invalid option, cancelling"
+            return 1
+            ;;
+        esac
+      fi
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  # Confirm switch (skip in force mode)
+  if [[ "$force_mode" != true ]]; then
+    echo ""
+    echo "⚠️  Switch to $(echo $new_provider | tr '[:lower:]' '[:upper:]')?"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Current: $current_provider"
+    echo "New:     $new_provider"
+    if [[ "$current_language" != "english" ]]; then
+      echo "Language: $current_language"
+    fi
+    echo ""
+    read -p "Continue? [y/N]: " -n 1 -r
+    echo
+
+    if [[ ! $REPLY =~ ^[Yy]$ ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Switch cancelled"
+      return 1
+    fi
+  else
+    echo "⏩ Force mode: Switching to $new_provider..."
+  fi
+
+  # Perform switch
+  set_active_provider "$new_provider"
+
+  # Update target voice if language learning mode is active
+  local target_lang_file=""
+  local target_voice_file=""
+
+  # Check project-local first, then global
+  if [[ -d "$SCRIPT_DIR/../.." ]]; then
+    local project_dir="$SCRIPT_DIR/../.."
+    if [[ -f "$project_dir/.claude/tts-target-language.txt" ]]; then
+      target_lang_file="$project_dir/.claude/tts-target-language.txt"
+      target_voice_file="$project_dir/.claude/tts-target-voice.txt"
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  # Fallback to global
+  if [[ -z "$target_lang_file" ]]; then
+    if [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-target-language.txt" ]]; then
+      target_lang_file="$HOME/.claude/tts-target-language.txt"
+      target_voice_file="$HOME/.claude/tts-target-voice.txt"
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  # If target language is set, update voice for new provider
+  if [[ -n "$target_lang_file" ]] && [[ -f "$target_lang_file" ]]; then
+    local target_lang
+    target_lang=$(cat "$target_lang_file")
+
+    if [[ -n "$target_lang" ]]; then
+      # Get the recommended voice for this language with new provider
+      local new_target_voice
+      new_target_voice=$(get_voice_for_language "$target_lang" "$new_provider")
+
+      if [[ -n "$new_target_voice" ]]; then
+        echo "$new_target_voice" > "$target_voice_file"
+        echo ""
+        echo "🔄 Updated target language voice:"
+        echo "   Language: $target_lang"
+        echo "   Voice: $new_target_voice (for $new_provider)"
+      fi
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  # Test new provider
+  echo ""
+  echo "🔊 Testing provider..."
+  "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh" "Provider switched to $new_provider successfully" 2>/dev/null
+
+  echo ""
+  echo "✓ Provider switch complete!"
+  echo "Visit agentvibes.org for tips and tricks"
+}
+
+# @function provider_info
+# @intent Show detailed information about a provider
+provider_info() {
+  local provider_name="$1"
+
+  if [[ -z "$provider_name" ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Error: Provider name required"
+    echo "Usage: /agent-vibes:provider info <provider>"
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  case "$provider_name" in
+    elevenlabs)
+      echo "┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐"
+      echo "│ ElevenLabs - Premium TTS Provider                          │"
+      echo "├────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤"
+      echo "│ Quality:     ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  (Highest available)                   │"
+      echo "│ Cost:        Free tier + \$5-22/mo                          │"
+      echo "│ Platform:    All (Windows, macOS, Linux, WSL)              │"
+      echo "│ Offline:     No (requires internet)                        │"
+      echo "│                                                            │"
+      echo "│ Trade-offs:                                                │"
+      echo "│ + Highest voice quality and naturalness                   │"
+      echo "│ + 50+ premium voices available                            │"
+      echo "│ + Multilingual support (30+ languages)                    │"
+      echo "│ - Requires API key and internet                           │"
+      echo "│ - Costs money after free tier                             │"
+      echo "│                                                            │"
+      echo "│ Best for: Premium quality, multilingual needs             │"
+      echo "└────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Full comparison: agentvibes.org/providers"
+      ;;
+
+    piper)
+      echo "┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐"
+      echo "│ Piper TTS - Free Offline Provider                          │"
+      echo "├────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤"
+      echo "│ Quality:     ⭐⭐⭐⭐  (Very good)                            │"
+      echo "│ Cost:        Free forever                                  │"
+      echo "│ Platform:    WSL, Linux only                               │"
+      echo "│ Offline:     Yes (fully local)                             │"
+      echo "│                                                            │"
+      echo "│ Trade-offs:                                                │"
+      echo "│ + Completely free, no API costs                           │"
+      echo "│ + Works offline, no internet needed                       │"
+      echo "│ + Fast synthesis (local processing)                       │"
+      echo "│ - WSL/Linux only (no macOS/Windows)                       │"
+      echo "│ - Slightly lower quality than ElevenLabs                  │"
+      echo "│                                                            │"
+      echo "│ Best for: Budget-conscious, offline use, privacy          │"
+      echo "└────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Full comparison: agentvibes.org/providers"
+      ;;
+
+    *)
+      echo "❌ Unknown provider: $provider_name"
+      echo "Available: elevenlabs, piper"
+      ;;
+  esac
+}
+
+# @function provider_test
+# @intent Test current provider with sample audio
+provider_test() {
+  local current_provider
+  current_provider=$(get_active_provider)
+
+  echo "🔊 Testing provider: $current_provider"
+  echo ""
+
+  "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh" "Provider test successful. Audio is working correctly with $current_provider."
+
+  echo ""
+  echo "✓ Test complete"
+}
+
+# @function provider_get
+# @intent Show currently active provider
+provider_get() {
+  local current_provider
+  current_provider=$(get_active_provider)
+
+  echo "🎤 Current Provider: $current_provider"
+  echo ""
+
+  # Show brief info
+  case "$current_provider" in
+    elevenlabs)
+      echo "Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
+      echo "Cost: Free tier + \$5-22/mo"
+      echo "Offline: No"
+      ;;
+    piper)
+      echo "Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐"
+      echo "Cost: Free forever"
+      echo "Offline: Yes"
+      ;;
+  esac
+
+  echo ""
+  echo "Use /agent-vibes:provider info $current_provider for details"
+}
+
+# @function provider_preview
+# @intent Preview voices for the currently active provider
+# @architecture Delegates to provider-specific voice managers
+provider_preview() {
+  local current_provider
+  current_provider=$(get_active_provider)
+
+  echo "🎤 Voice Preview ($current_provider)"
+  echo ""
+
+  case "$current_provider" in
+    elevenlabs)
+      # Use the ElevenLabs voice manager
+      "$SCRIPT_DIR/voice-manager.sh" preview "$@"
+      ;;
+    piper)
+      # Use the Piper voice manager's list functionality
+      source "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-voice-manager.sh"
+
+      # Check if a specific voice was requested
+      local voice_arg="$1"
+
+      if [[ -n "$voice_arg" ]]; then
+        # User requested a specific voice - check if it's a valid Piper voice
+        # Piper voice names are like: en_US-lessac-medium
+        # Try to find a matching voice model
+
+        # Check if the voice arg looks like a Piper model name (contains underscores/hyphens)
+        if [[ "$voice_arg" =~ ^[a-z]{2}_[A-Z]{2}- ]]; then
+          # Looks like a Piper voice model name
+          if verify_voice "$voice_arg"; then
+            echo "🎤 Previewing Piper voice: $voice_arg"
+            echo ""
+            "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh" "Hello, this is the $voice_arg voice. How do you like it?" "$voice_arg"
+          else
+            echo "❌ Voice model not found: $voice_arg"
+            echo ""
+            echo "💡 Piper voice names look like: en_US-lessac-medium"
+            echo "   Run /agent-vibes:list to see available Piper voices"
+          fi
+        else
+          # Looks like an ElevenLabs voice name (like "Antoni", "Jessica")
+          echo "❌ '$voice_arg' appears to be an ElevenLabs voice"
+          echo ""
+          echo "You're currently using Piper TTS (free provider)."
+          echo "Piper has different voices than ElevenLabs."
+          echo ""
+          echo "Options:"
+          echo "  1. Run /agent-vibes:list to see available Piper voices"
+          echo "  2. Switch to ElevenLabs: /agent-vibes:provider switch elevenlabs"
+          echo ""
+          echo "Popular Piper voices to try:"
+          echo "  • en_US-lessac-medium  (clear, professional)"
+          echo "  • en_US-amy-medium     (warm, friendly)"
+          echo "  • en_US-joe-medium     (casual, natural)"
+        fi
+        return
+      fi
+
+      # No specific voice - preview first 3 voices
+      echo "🎤 Piper Preview of 3 people"
+      echo ""
+
+      # Play first 3 Piper voices as samples
+      local sample_voices=(
+        "en_US-lessac-medium:Lessac"
+        "en_US-amy-medium:Amy"
+        "en_US-joe-medium:Joe"
+      )
+
+      for voice_entry in "${sample_voices[@]}"; do
+        local voice_name="${voice_entry%%:*}"
+        local display_name="${voice_entry##*:}"
+
+        echo "🔊 ${display_name}..."
+        "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh" "Hi, my name is ${display_name}" "$voice_name"
+
+        # Wait for the voice to finish playing before starting next one
+        sleep 3
+      done
+
+      echo ""
+      echo "✓ Preview complete"
+      echo "💡 Use /agent-vibes:list to see all available Piper voices"
+      ;;
+    *)
+      echo "❌ Unknown provider: $current_provider"
+      ;;
+  esac
+}
+
+# @function provider_help
+# @intent Show help for provider commands
+provider_help() {
+  echo "Provider Management Commands"
+  echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+  echo ""
+  echo "Usage:"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:provider list              # Show all providers"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:provider switch <name>     # Switch provider"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:provider info <name>       # Provider details"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:provider test              # Test current provider"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:provider get               # Show active provider"
+  echo ""
+  echo "Examples:"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:provider switch piper"
+  echo "  /agent-vibes:provider info elevenlabs"
+  echo ""
+  echo "Learn more: agentvibes.org/docs/providers"
+}
+
+# Route to appropriate function
+case "$COMMAND" in
+  list)
+    provider_list
+    ;;
+  switch)
+    provider_switch "$2" "$3"
+    ;;
+  info)
+    provider_info "$2"
+    ;;
+  test)
+    provider_test
+    ;;
+  get)
+    provider_get
+    ;;
+  preview)
+    shift  # Remove 'preview' from args
+    provider_preview "$@"
+    ;;
+  help|*)
+    provider_help
+    ;;
+esac

.claude/hooks/provider-manager.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/provider-manager.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview TTS Provider Management Functions
+# @context Core provider abstraction layer for multi-provider TTS system
+# @architecture Provides functions to get/set/list/validate TTS providers
+# @dependencies None - pure bash implementation
+# @entrypoints Sourced by play-tts.sh and provider management commands
+# @patterns File-based state management with project-local and global fallback
+# @related play-tts.sh, play-tts-elevenlabs.sh, play-tts-piper.sh, provider-commands.sh
+#
+
+# @function get_provider_config_path
+# @intent Determine path to tts-provider.txt file
+# @why Supports both project-local (.claude/) and global (~/.claude/) storage
+# @returns Echoes path to provider config file
+# @exitcode 0=always succeeds
+# @sideeffects None
+# @edgecases Creates parent directory if missing
+get_provider_config_path() {
+  local provider_file
+
+  # Check project-local first
+  if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]] && [[ -d "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+    provider_file="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-provider.txt"
+  else
+    # Search up directory tree for .claude/
+    local current_dir="$PWD"
+    while [[ "$current_dir" != "/" ]]; do
+      if [[ -d "$current_dir/.claude" ]]; then
+        provider_file="$current_dir/.claude/tts-provider.txt"
+        break
+      fi
+      current_dir=$(dirname "$current_dir")
+    done
+
+    # Fallback to global if no project .claude found
+    if [[ -z "$provider_file" ]]; then
+      provider_file="$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt"
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  echo "$provider_file"
+}
+
+# @function get_active_provider
+# @intent Read currently active TTS provider from config file
+# @why Central function for determining which provider to use
+# @returns Echoes provider name (e.g., "elevenlabs", "piper")
+# @exitcode 0=success
+# @sideeffects None
+# @edgecases Returns "elevenlabs" if file missing or empty (default)
+get_active_provider() {
+  local provider_file
+  provider_file=$(get_provider_config_path)
+
+  # Read provider from file, default to piper if not found
+  if [[ -f "$provider_file" ]]; then
+    local provider
+    provider=$(cat "$provider_file" | tr -d '[:space:]')
+    if [[ -n "$provider" ]]; then
+      echo "$provider"
+      return 0
+    fi
+  fi
+
+  # Default to piper (free, offline)
+  echo "piper"
+}
+
+# @function set_active_provider
+# @intent Write active provider to config file
+# @why Allows runtime provider switching without restart
+# @param $1 {string} provider - Provider name (e.g., "elevenlabs", "piper")
+# @returns None (outputs success/error message)
+# @exitcode 0=success, 1=invalid provider
+# @sideeffects Writes to tts-provider.txt file
+# @edgecases Creates file and parent directory if missing
+set_active_provider() {
+  local provider="$1"
+
+  if [[ -z "$provider" ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Error: Provider name required"
+    echo "Usage: set_active_provider <provider_name>"
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  # Validate provider exists
+  if ! validate_provider "$provider"; then
+    echo "❌ Error: Provider '$provider' not found"
+    echo "Available providers:"
+    list_providers
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  local provider_file
+  provider_file=$(get_provider_config_path)
+
+  # Create directory if it doesn't exist
+  mkdir -p "$(dirname "$provider_file")"
+
+  # Write provider to file
+  echo "$provider" > "$provider_file"
+
+  # Reset voice when switching providers to avoid incompatible voices
+  # (e.g., ElevenLabs "Demon Monster" doesn't exist in Piper)
+  local voice_file
+  if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]] && [[ -d "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+    voice_file="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/tts-voice.txt"
+  else
+    voice_file="$HOME/.claude/tts-voice.txt"
+  fi
+
+  # Set default voice for the new provider
+  local default_voice
+  case "$provider" in
+    piper)
+      # Default Piper voice
+      default_voice="en_US-lessac-medium"
+      ;;
+    elevenlabs)
+      # Default ElevenLabs voice (first in alphabetical order from voices-config.sh)
+      default_voice="Amy"
+      ;;
+    *)
+      # Unknown provider - remove voice file
+      if [[ -f "$voice_file" ]]; then
+        rm -f "$voice_file"
+      fi
+      echo "✓ Active provider set to: $provider (voice reset)"
+      return 0
+      ;;
+  esac
+
+  # Write default voice to file
+  echo "$default_voice" > "$voice_file"
+
+  echo "✓ Active provider set to: $provider (voice set to: $default_voice)"
+}
+
+# @function list_providers
+# @intent List all available TTS providers
+# @why Discover which providers are installed
+# @returns Echoes provider names (one per line)
+# @exitcode 0=success
+# @sideeffects None
+# @edgecases Returns empty if no play-tts-*.sh files found
+list_providers() {
+  local script_dir
+  script_dir="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+
+  # Find all play-tts-*.sh files
+  local providers=()
+  shopt -s nullglob  # Handle case where no files match
+  for file in "$script_dir"/play-tts-*.sh; do
+    if [[ -f "$file" ]] && [[ "$file" != *"play-tts.sh" ]]; then
+      # Extract provider name from filename (play-tts-elevenlabs.sh -> elevenlabs)
+      local basename
+      basename=$(basename "$file")
+      local provider
+      provider="${basename#play-tts-}"
+      provider="${provider%.sh}"
+      providers+=("$provider")
+    fi
+  done
+  shopt -u nullglob
+
+  # Output providers
+  if [[ ${#providers[@]} -eq 0 ]]; then
+    echo "⚠️ No providers found"
+    return 0
+  fi
+
+  for provider in "${providers[@]}"; do
+    echo "$provider"
+  done
+}
+
+# @function validate_provider
+# @intent Check if provider implementation exists
+# @why Prevent errors from switching to non-existent provider
+# @param $1 {string} provider - Provider name to validate
+# @returns None
+# @exitcode 0=provider exists, 1=provider not found
+# @sideeffects None
+# @edgecases Checks for corresponding play-tts-*.sh file
+validate_provider() {
+  local provider="$1"
+
+  if [[ -z "$provider" ]]; then
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  local script_dir
+  script_dir="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+  local provider_script="$script_dir/play-tts-${provider}.sh"
+
+  [[ -f "$provider_script" ]]
+}
+
+# @function get_provider_script_path
+# @intent Get absolute path to provider implementation script
+# @why Used by router to execute provider-specific logic
+# @param $1 {string} provider - Provider name
+# @returns Echoes absolute path to play-tts-*.sh file
+# @exitcode 0=success, 1=provider not found
+# @sideeffects None
+get_provider_script_path() {
+  local provider="$1"
+
+  if [[ -z "$provider" ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Error: Provider name required" >&2
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  local script_dir
+  script_dir="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+  local provider_script="$script_dir/play-tts-${provider}.sh"
+
+  if [[ ! -f "$provider_script" ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Error: Provider '$provider' not found at $provider_script" >&2
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  echo "$provider_script"
+}
+
+# AI NOTE: This file provides the core abstraction layer for multi-provider TTS.
+# All provider state is managed through simple text files for simplicity and reliability.
+# Project-local configuration takes precedence over global to support per-project providers.
+
+# Command-line interface (when script is executed, not sourced)
+if [[ "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}" == "${0}" ]]; then
+  case "${1:-}" in
+    get)
+      get_active_provider
+      ;;
+    switch|set)
+      if [[ -z "${2:-}" ]]; then
+        echo "❌ Error: Provider name required"
+        echo "Usage: $0 switch <provider>"
+        exit 1
+      fi
+      set_active_provider "$2"
+      ;;
+    list)
+      list_providers
+      ;;
+    validate)
+      if [[ -z "${2:-}" ]]; then
+        echo "❌ Error: Provider name required"
+        echo "Usage: $0 validate <provider>"
+        exit 1
+      fi
+      validate_provider "$2"
+      ;;
+    *)
+      echo "Usage: $0 {get|switch|list|validate} [provider]"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Commands:"
+      echo "  get              - Show active provider"
+      echo "  switch <name>    - Switch to provider"
+      echo "  list             - List available providers"
+      echo "  validate <name>  - Check if provider exists"
+      exit 1
+      ;;
+  esac
+fi

.claude/hooks/replay-target-audio.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/replay-target-audio.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Replay Last Target Language Audio
+# @context Replays the most recent target language TTS for language learning
+# @architecture Simple audio replay with lock mechanism for sequential playback
+# @dependencies ffprobe, paplay/aplay/mpg123/mpv, .claude/last-target-audio.txt
+# @entrypoints Called by /agent-vibes:replay-target slash command
+# @patterns Sequential audio playback with lock file, duration-based lock release
+# @related play-tts-piper.sh, play-tts-elevenlabs.sh, learn-manager.sh
+#
+
+# Fix locale warnings
+export LC_ALL=C
+
+TARGET_AUDIO_FILE="${CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR:-.}/.claude/last-target-audio.txt"
+
+# Check if target audio tracking file exists
+if [ ! -f "$TARGET_AUDIO_FILE" ]; then
+  echo "❌ No target language audio found."
+  echo "   Language learning mode may not be active."
+  echo "   Activate with: /agent-vibes:learn"
+  exit 1
+fi
+
+# Read last target audio file path
+LAST_AUDIO=$(cat "$TARGET_AUDIO_FILE")
+
+# Verify audio file exists
+if [ ! -f "$LAST_AUDIO" ]; then
+  echo "❌ Audio file not found: $LAST_AUDIO"
+  echo "   The file may have been deleted or moved."
+  exit 1
+fi
+
+echo "🔁 Replaying target language audio..."
+
+# Use lock file for sequential playback
+LOCK_FILE="/tmp/agentvibes-audio.lock"
+
+# Wait for any current audio to finish (max 30 seconds)
+for i in {1..60}; do
+  if [ ! -f "$LOCK_FILE" ]; then
+    break
+  fi
+  sleep 0.5
+done
+
+# Create lock
+touch "$LOCK_FILE"
+
+# Get audio duration for proper lock timing
+DURATION=$(ffprobe -v error -show_entries format=duration -of default=noprint_wrappers=1:nokey=1 "$LAST_AUDIO" 2>/dev/null)
+DURATION=${DURATION%.*}  # Round to integer
+DURATION=${DURATION:-1}   # Default to 1 second if detection fails
+
+# Play audio
+(paplay "$LAST_AUDIO" || aplay "$LAST_AUDIO" || mpg123 "$LAST_AUDIO" || mpv "$LAST_AUDIO") >/dev/null 2>&1 &
+PLAYER_PID=$!
+
+# Wait for audio to finish, then release lock
+(sleep $DURATION; rm -f "$LOCK_FILE") &
+disown
+
+echo "✅ Replay complete: $(basename "$LAST_AUDIO")"

.claude/hooks/sentiment-manager.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/sentiment-manager.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Sentiment Manager - Applies personality styles to current voice without changing the voice itself
+# @context Allows adding emotional/tonal layers (flirty, sarcastic, etc.) to any voice while preserving voice identity
+# @architecture Reuses personality markdown files, stores sentiment separately from personality
+# @dependencies .claude/personalities/*.md files, play-tts.sh for acknowledgment
+# @entrypoints Called by /agent-vibes:sentiment slash command
+# @patterns Personality/sentiment separation, state file management, random example selection
+# @related personality-manager.sh, .claude/personalities/*.md, .claude/tts-sentiment.txt
+
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+PERSONALITIES_DIR="$SCRIPT_DIR/../personalities"
+
+# Project-local file first, global fallback
+# Use logical path (not physical) to handle symlinked .claude directories
+# Script is at .claude/hooks/sentiment-manager.sh, so .claude is ..
+CLAUDE_DIR="$(cd "$SCRIPT_DIR/.." 2>/dev/null && pwd)"
+
+# Check if we have a project-local .claude directory
+if [[ -d "$CLAUDE_DIR" ]] && [[ "$CLAUDE_DIR" != "$HOME/.claude" ]]; then
+  SENTIMENT_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-sentiment.txt"
+else
+  SENTIMENT_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-sentiment.txt"
+fi
+
+# Function to get personality data from markdown file
+get_personality_data() {
+  local personality="$1"
+  local field="$2"
+  local file="$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${personality}.md"
+
+  if [[ ! -f "$file" ]]; then
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  case "$field" in
+    description)
+      grep "^description:" "$file" | cut -d: -f2- | sed 's/^[[:space:]]*//;s/[[:space:]]*$//'
+      ;;
+  esac
+}
+
+# Function to list all available personalities
+list_personalities() {
+  if [[ -d "$PERSONALITIES_DIR" ]]; then
+    for file in "$PERSONALITIES_DIR"/*.md; do
+      if [[ -f "$file" ]]; then
+        basename "$file" .md
+      fi
+    done
+  fi
+}
+
+case "$1" in
+  list)
+    echo "🎭 Available Sentiments:"
+    echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+
+    # Get current sentiment
+    CURRENT="none"
+    if [ -f "$SENTIMENT_FILE" ]; then
+      CURRENT=$(cat "$SENTIMENT_FILE")
+    fi
+
+    # List personalities from markdown files
+    echo "Available sentiment styles:"
+    for personality in $(list_personalities | sort); do
+      desc=$(get_personality_data "$personality" "description")
+      if [[ "$personality" == "$CURRENT" ]]; then
+        echo "  ✓ $personality - $desc (current)"
+      else
+        echo "  - $personality - $desc"
+      fi
+    done
+
+    echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Usage: /agent-vibes:sentiment <name>"
+    echo "       /agent-vibes:sentiment clear"
+    ;;
+
+  set)
+    SENTIMENT="$2"
+
+    if [[ -z "$SENTIMENT" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Please specify a sentiment name"
+      echo "Usage: $0 set <sentiment>"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    # Check if sentiment file exists
+    if [[ ! -f "$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${SENTIMENT}.md" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Sentiment not found: $SENTIMENT"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Available sentiments:"
+      for p in $(list_personalities | sort); do
+        echo "  • $p"
+      done
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    # Save the sentiment (but don't change personality or voice)
+    echo "$SENTIMENT" > "$SENTIMENT_FILE"
+    echo "🎭 Sentiment set to: $SENTIMENT"
+    echo "🎤 Voice remains unchanged"
+    echo ""
+
+    # Make a sentiment-appropriate remark with TTS
+    TTS_SCRIPT="$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh"
+
+    # Try to get acknowledgment from personality file (sentiments use same personality files)
+    PERSONALITY_FILE_PATH="$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${SENTIMENT}.md"
+    REMARK=""
+
+    if [[ -f "$PERSONALITY_FILE_PATH" ]]; then
+      # Extract example responses from personality file (lines starting with "- ")
+      mapfile -t EXAMPLES < <(grep '^- "' "$PERSONALITY_FILE_PATH" | sed 's/^- "//; s/"$//')
+
+      if [[ ${#EXAMPLES[@]} -gt 0 ]]; then
+        # Pick a random example
+        REMARK="${EXAMPLES[$RANDOM % ${#EXAMPLES[@]}]}"
+      fi
+    fi
+
+    # Fallback if no examples found
+    if [[ -z "$REMARK" ]]; then
+      REMARK="Sentiment set to ${SENTIMENT} while maintaining current voice"
+    fi
+
+    echo "💬 $REMARK"
+    "$TTS_SCRIPT" "$REMARK"
+    ;;
+
+  get)
+    if [ -f "$SENTIMENT_FILE" ]; then
+      CURRENT=$(cat "$SENTIMENT_FILE")
+      echo "Current sentiment: $CURRENT"
+
+      desc=$(get_personality_data "$CURRENT" "description")
+      [[ -n "$desc" ]] && echo "Description: $desc"
+    else
+      echo "Current sentiment: none (voice personality only)"
+    fi
+    ;;
+
+  clear)
+    rm -f "$SENTIMENT_FILE"
+    echo "🎭 Sentiment cleared - using voice personality only"
+    ;;
+
+  *)
+    # If a single argument is provided and it's not a command, treat it as "set <sentiment>"
+    if [[ -n "$1" ]] && [[ -f "$PERSONALITIES_DIR/${1}.md" ]]; then
+      exec "$0" set "$1"
+    else
+      echo "AgentVibes Sentiment Manager"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Commands:"
+      echo "  list                - List all sentiments"
+      echo "  set <name>          - Set sentiment for current voice"
+      echo "  get                 - Show current sentiment"
+      echo "  clear               - Clear sentiment"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Examples:"
+      echo "  /agent-vibes:sentiment flirty     # Add flirty style to current voice"
+      echo "  /agent-vibes:sentiment sarcastic  # Add sarcasm to current voice"
+      echo "  /agent-vibes:sentiment clear      # Remove sentiment"
+    fi
+    ;;
+esac

.claude/hooks/speed-manager.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/speed-manager.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Speech Speed Manager for Multi-Provider TTS
+# @context Manage speech rate for main and target language voices
+# @architecture Simple config file manager supporting both Piper (length-scale) and ElevenLabs (speed API parameter)
+# @dependencies .claude/config/tts-speech-rate.txt, .claude/config/tts-target-speech-rate.txt
+# @entrypoints Called by /agent-vibes:set-speed slash command
+# @patterns Provider-agnostic speed config, legacy file migration, random tongue twisters for testing
+# @related play-tts.sh, play-tts-piper.sh, play-tts-elevenlabs.sh, learn-manager.sh
+#
+
+# Get script directory
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+
+# Determine config directory (project-local first, then global)
+if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]] && [[ -d "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+  CONFIG_DIR="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/config"
+else
+  # Try to find .claude in current path
+  CURRENT_DIR="$PWD"
+  while [[ "$CURRENT_DIR" != "/" ]]; do
+    if [[ -d "$CURRENT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+      CONFIG_DIR="$CURRENT_DIR/.claude/config"
+      break
+    fi
+    CURRENT_DIR=$(dirname "$CURRENT_DIR")
+  done
+  # Fallback to global
+  if [[ -z "$CONFIG_DIR" ]]; then
+    CONFIG_DIR="$HOME/.claude/config"
+  fi
+fi
+
+mkdir -p "$CONFIG_DIR"
+
+MAIN_SPEED_FILE="$CONFIG_DIR/tts-speech-rate.txt"
+TARGET_SPEED_FILE="$CONFIG_DIR/tts-target-speech-rate.txt"
+
+# Legacy file paths for backward compatibility (Piper-specific naming)
+LEGACY_MAIN_SPEED_FILE="$CONFIG_DIR/piper-speech-rate.txt"
+LEGACY_TARGET_SPEED_FILE="$CONFIG_DIR/piper-target-speech-rate.txt"
+
+# @function parse_speed_value
+# @intent Convert user-friendly speed notation to normalized speed multiplier
+# @param $1 Speed string (e.g., "2x", "0.5x", "normal")
+# @returns Numeric speed value (0.5=slower, 1.0=normal, 2.0=faster, 3.0=very fast)
+# @note This is the user-facing scale - provider scripts will convert as needed
+parse_speed_value() {
+  local input="$1"
+
+  # Handle special cases
+  case "$input" in
+    normal|1x|1.0)
+      echo "1.0"
+      return
+      ;;
+    slow|slower|0.5x)
+      echo "0.5"
+      return
+      ;;
+    fast|2x|2.0)
+      echo "2.0"
+      return
+      ;;
+    faster|3x|3.0)
+      echo "3.0"
+      return
+      ;;
+  esac
+
+  # Strip leading '+' or '-' if present
+  input="${input#+}"
+  input="${input#-}"
+
+  # Strip trailing 'x' if present
+  input="${input%x}"
+
+  # Validate it's a number
+  if [[ "$input" =~ ^[0-9]+\.?[0-9]*$ ]]; then
+    echo "$input"
+  else
+    echo "ERROR"
+  fi
+}
+
+# @function set_speed
+# @intent Set speech speed for main or target voice
+# @param $1 Target ("target" or empty for main)
+# @param $2 Speed value
+set_speed() {
+  local is_target=false
+  local speed_input=""
+
+  # Parse arguments
+  if [[ "$1" == "target" ]]; then
+    is_target=true
+    speed_input="$2"
+  else
+    speed_input="$1"
+  fi
+
+  if [[ -z "$speed_input" ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Error: Speed value required"
+    echo "Usage: /agent-vibes:set-speed [target] <speed>"
+    echo "Examples: 2x, 0.5x, normal, +3x"
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  # Parse speed value
+  local speed_value
+  speed_value=$(parse_speed_value "$speed_input")
+
+  if [[ "$speed_value" == "ERROR" ]]; then
+    echo "❌ Invalid speed value: $speed_input"
+    echo "Valid values: normal, 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 3x, +2x, -2x"
+    return 1
+  fi
+
+  # Determine which file to write to
+  local config_file
+  local voice_type
+  if [[ "$is_target" == true ]]; then
+    config_file="$TARGET_SPEED_FILE"
+    voice_type="target language"
+  else
+    config_file="$MAIN_SPEED_FILE"
+    voice_type="main voice"
+  fi
+
+  # Write speed value
+  echo "$speed_value" > "$config_file"
+
+  # Show confirmation
+  echo "✓ Speech speed set for $voice_type"
+  echo ""
+  echo "Speed: ${speed_value}x"
+
+  case "$speed_value" in
+    0.5)
+      echo "Effect: Half speed (slower)"
+      ;;
+    1.0)
+      echo "Effect: Normal speed"
+      ;;
+    2.0)
+      echo "Effect: Double speed (faster)"
+      ;;
+    3.0)
+      echo "Effect: Triple speed (very fast)"
+      ;;
+    *)
+      if (( $(echo "$speed_value > 1.0" | bc -l) )); then
+        echo "Effect: Faster speech"
+      else
+        echo "Effect: Slower speech"
+      fi
+      ;;
+  esac
+
+  echo ""
+  echo "Note: Speed control works with both Piper and ElevenLabs providers"
+
+  # Array of simple test messages to demonstrate speed
+  local test_messages=(
+    "Testing speed change"
+    "Speed test in progress"
+    "Checking audio speed"
+    "Speed configuration test"
+    "Audio speed test"
+  )
+
+  # Pick a random test message
+  local random_index=$((RANDOM % ${#test_messages[@]}))
+  local test_msg="${test_messages[$random_index]}"
+
+  echo ""
+  echo "🔊 Testing new speed with: \"$test_msg\""
+  "$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh" "$test_msg" &
+}
+
+# @function migrate_legacy_files
+# @intent Migrate from old piper-specific files to provider-agnostic files
+# @why Ensure backward compatibility when upgrading from Piper-only to multi-provider
+migrate_legacy_files() {
+  # Migrate main speed file
+  if [[ -f "$LEGACY_MAIN_SPEED_FILE" ]] && [[ ! -f "$MAIN_SPEED_FILE" ]]; then
+    cp "$LEGACY_MAIN_SPEED_FILE" "$MAIN_SPEED_FILE"
+  fi
+
+  # Migrate target speed file
+  if [[ -f "$LEGACY_TARGET_SPEED_FILE" ]] && [[ ! -f "$TARGET_SPEED_FILE" ]]; then
+    cp "$LEGACY_TARGET_SPEED_FILE" "$TARGET_SPEED_FILE"
+  fi
+}
+
+# @function get_speed
+# @intent Display current speech speed settings
+get_speed() {
+  # Migrate legacy files if needed
+  migrate_legacy_files
+
+  echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+  echo "   Current Speech Speed Settings"
+  echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+  echo ""
+
+  # Main voice speed
+  if [[ -f "$MAIN_SPEED_FILE" ]]; then
+    local main_speed=$(grep -v '^#' "$MAIN_SPEED_FILE" 2>/dev/null | grep -v '^$' | tail -1)
+    echo "Main voice: ${main_speed}x"
+  else
+    echo "Main voice: 1.0x (default, normal speed)"
+  fi
+
+  # Target voice speed
+  if [[ -f "$TARGET_SPEED_FILE" ]]; then
+    local target_speed=$(cat "$TARGET_SPEED_FILE" 2>/dev/null)
+    echo "Target language: ${target_speed}x"
+  else
+    echo "Target language: 0.5x (default, slower for learning)"
+  fi
+
+  echo ""
+  echo "Scale: 0.5x=slower, 1.0x=normal, 2.0x=faster, 3.0x=very fast"
+  echo "Works with: Piper TTS and ElevenLabs"
+  echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+}
+
+# Main command handler
+case "${1:-}" in
+  target)
+    set_speed "target" "$2"
+    ;;
+  get|status)
+    get_speed
+    ;;
+  normal|fast|slow|slower|*x|*.*|+*|-*)
+    set_speed "$1"
+    ;;
+  *)
+    echo "Speech Speed Manager"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Usage:"
+    echo "  /agent-vibes:set-speed <speed>         Set main voice speed"
+    echo "  /agent-vibes:set-speed target <speed>  Set target language speed"
+    echo "  /agent-vibes:set-speed get              Show current speeds"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Speed values:"
+    echo "  0.5x or slow/slower = Half speed (slower)"
+    echo "  1x or normal        = Normal speed"
+    echo "  2x or fast          = Double speed (faster)"
+    echo "  3x or faster        = Triple speed (very fast)"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Examples:"
+    echo "  /agent-vibes:set-speed 2x        # Make voice faster"
+    echo "  /agent-vibes:set-speed 0.5x      # Make voice slower"
+    echo "  /agent-vibes:set-speed target 0.5x  # Slow down target language for learning"
+    echo "  /agent-vibes:set-speed normal    # Reset to normal"
+    ;;
+esac

.claude/hooks/voice-manager.sh

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+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/voice-manager.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied. Use at your own risk. See the Apache License for details.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview Voice Manager - Unified voice management for both ElevenLabs and Piper providers
+# @context Central interface for listing, switching, previewing, and replaying TTS voices across providers
+# @architecture Provider-aware operations with dynamic voice listing based on active provider
+# @dependencies voices-config.sh (ElevenLabs mappings), piper-voice-manager.sh (Piper voices), provider-manager.sh
+# @entrypoints Called by /agent-vibes:switch, /agent-vibes:list, /agent-vibes:whoami, /agent-vibes:replay commands
+# @patterns Provider abstraction, numbered selection UI, silent mode for programmatic switching
+# @related voices-config.sh, piper-voice-manager.sh, .claude/tts-voice.txt, .claude/audio/ (replay)
+
+# Get script directory (physical path for sourcing files)
+SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd -P)"
+source "$SCRIPT_DIR/voices-config.sh"
+
+# Determine target .claude directory based on context
+# Priority:
+# 1. CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR env var (set by MCP for project-specific settings)
+# 2. Script location (for direct slash command usage)
+# 3. Global ~/.claude (fallback)
+
+if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]] && [[ -d "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+  # MCP context: Use the project directory where MCP was invoked
+  CLAUDE_DIR="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude"
+else
+  # Direct usage context: Use script location
+  SCRIPT_PATH="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+  CLAUDE_DIR="$(dirname "$SCRIPT_PATH")"
+
+  # If script is in global ~/.claude, use that
+  if [[ "$CLAUDE_DIR" == "$HOME/.claude" ]]; then
+    CLAUDE_DIR="$HOME/.claude"
+  elif [[ ! -d "$CLAUDE_DIR" ]]; then
+    # Fallback to global if directory doesn't exist
+    CLAUDE_DIR="$HOME/.claude"
+  fi
+fi
+
+VOICE_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-voice.txt"
+
+case "$1" in
+  list)
+    # Get active provider
+    PROVIDER_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt"
+    if [[ ! -f "$PROVIDER_FILE" ]]; then
+      PROVIDER_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt"
+    fi
+
+    ACTIVE_PROVIDER="elevenlabs"  # default
+    if [ -f "$PROVIDER_FILE" ]; then
+      ACTIVE_PROVIDER=$(cat "$PROVIDER_FILE")
+    fi
+
+    CURRENT_VOICE=$(cat "$VOICE_FILE" 2>/dev/null || echo "Cowboy Bob")
+
+    if [[ "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER" == "piper" ]]; then
+      echo "🎤 Available Piper TTS Voices:"
+      echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+
+      # List downloaded Piper voices
+      if [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-voice-manager.sh" ]]; then
+        source "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-voice-manager.sh"
+        VOICE_DIR=$(get_voice_storage_dir)
+        VOICE_COUNT=0
+        for onnx_file in "$VOICE_DIR"/*.onnx; do
+          if [[ -f "$onnx_file" ]]; then
+            voice=$(basename "$onnx_file" .onnx)
+            if [ "$voice" = "$CURRENT_VOICE" ]; then
+              echo "  ▶ $voice (current)"
+            else
+              echo "    $voice"
+            fi
+            ((VOICE_COUNT++))
+          fi
+        done | sort
+
+        if [[ $VOICE_COUNT -eq 0 ]]; then
+          echo "  (No Piper voices downloaded yet)"
+          echo ""
+          echo "Download voices with: /agent-vibes:provider download <voice-name>"
+          echo "Examples: en_US-lessac-medium, en_GB-alba-medium"
+        fi
+      fi
+    else
+      echo "🎤 Available ElevenLabs TTS Voices:"
+      echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+      for voice in "${!VOICES[@]}"; do
+        if [ "$voice" = "$CURRENT_VOICE" ]; then
+          echo "  ▶ $voice (current)"
+        else
+          echo "    $voice"
+        fi
+      done | sort
+    fi
+
+    echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Usage: voice-manager.sh switch <name>"
+    echo "       voice-manager.sh preview"
+    ;;
+
+  preview)
+    # Get play-tts.sh path
+    SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+    TTS_SCRIPT="$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh"
+
+    # Check if a specific voice name was provided
+    if [[ -n "$2" ]] && [[ "$2" != "first" ]] && [[ "$2" != "last" ]] && ! [[ "$2" =~ ^[0-9]+$ ]]; then
+      # User specified a voice name
+      VOICE_NAME="$2"
+
+      # Check if voice exists
+      if [[ -n "${VOICES[$VOICE_NAME]}" ]]; then
+        echo "🎤 Previewing voice: ${VOICE_NAME}"
+        echo ""
+        "$TTS_SCRIPT" "Hello, this is ${VOICE_NAME}. How do you like my voice?" "${VOICE_NAME}"
+      else
+        echo "❌ Voice not found: ${VOICE_NAME}"
+        echo ""
+        echo "Available voices:"
+        for voice in "${!VOICES[@]}"; do
+          echo "  • $voice"
+        done | sort
+      fi
+      exit 0
+    fi
+
+    # Original preview logic for first/last/number
+    echo "🎤 Voice Preview - Playing first 3 voices..."
+    echo ""
+
+    # Sort voices and preview first 3
+    VOICE_ARRAY=()
+    for voice in "${!VOICES[@]}"; do
+      VOICE_ARRAY+=("$voice")
+    done
+
+    # Sort the array
+    IFS=$'\n' SORTED_VOICES=($(sort <<<"${VOICE_ARRAY[*]}"))
+    unset IFS
+
+    # Play first 3 voices
+    COUNT=0
+    for voice in "${SORTED_VOICES[@]}"; do
+      if [ $COUNT -eq 3 ]; then
+        break
+      fi
+      echo "🔊 ${voice}..."
+      "$TTS_SCRIPT" "Hi, I'm ${voice}" "${VOICES[$voice]}"
+      sleep 0.5
+      COUNT=$((COUNT + 1))
+    done
+
+    echo ""
+    echo "Would you like to hear more? Reply 'yes' to continue."
+    ;;
+
+  switch)
+    VOICE_NAME="$2"
+    SILENT_MODE=false
+
+    # Check for --silent flag
+    if [[ "$2" == "--silent" ]] || [[ "$3" == "--silent" ]]; then
+      SILENT_MODE=true
+      # If --silent is first arg, voice name is in $3
+      [[ "$2" == "--silent" ]] && VOICE_NAME="$3"
+    fi
+
+    if [[ -z "$VOICE_NAME" ]]; then
+      # Show numbered list for selection
+      echo "🎤 Select a voice by number:"
+      echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+
+      # Get current voice
+      CURRENT="Cowboy Bob"
+      if [ -f "$VOICE_FILE" ]; then
+        CURRENT=$(cat "$VOICE_FILE")
+      fi
+
+      # Create array of voice names
+      VOICE_ARRAY=()
+      for voice in "${!VOICES[@]}"; do
+        VOICE_ARRAY+=("$voice")
+      done
+
+      # Sort the array
+      IFS=$'\n' SORTED_VOICES=($(sort <<<"${VOICE_ARRAY[*]}"))
+      unset IFS
+
+      # Display numbered list in two columns for compactness
+      HALF=$(( (${#SORTED_VOICES[@]} + 1) / 2 ))
+
+      for i in $(seq 0 $((HALF - 1))); do
+        NUM1=$((i + 1))
+        VOICE1="${SORTED_VOICES[$i]}"
+
+        # Format first column
+        if [[ "$VOICE1" == "$CURRENT" ]]; then
+          COL1=$(printf "%2d. %-20s ✓" "$NUM1" "$VOICE1")
+        else
+          COL1=$(printf "%2d. %-20s  " "$NUM1" "$VOICE1")
+        fi
+
+        # Format second column if it exists
+        NUM2=$((i + HALF + 1))
+        if [[ $((i + HALF)) -lt ${#SORTED_VOICES[@]} ]]; then
+          VOICE2="${SORTED_VOICES[$((i + HALF))]}"
+          if [[ "$VOICE2" == "$CURRENT" ]]; then
+            COL2=$(printf "%2d. %-20s ✓" "$NUM2" "$VOICE2")
+          else
+            COL2=$(printf "%2d. %-20s  " "$NUM2" "$VOICE2")
+          fi
+          echo "  $COL1 $COL2"
+        else
+          echo "  $COL1"
+        fi
+      done
+
+      echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+      echo ""
+      echo "Enter number (1-${#SORTED_VOICES[@]}) or voice name:"
+      echo "Usage: /agent-vibes:switch 5"
+      echo "       /agent-vibes:switch \"Northern Terry\""
+      exit 0
+    fi
+
+    # Detect active TTS provider
+    PROVIDER_FILE=""
+    if [[ -f "$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+      PROVIDER_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt"
+    elif [[ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt" ]]; then
+      PROVIDER_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt"
+    fi
+
+    ACTIVE_PROVIDER="elevenlabs"  # default
+    if [[ -n "$PROVIDER_FILE" ]]; then
+      ACTIVE_PROVIDER=$(cat "$PROVIDER_FILE")
+    fi
+
+    # Voice lookup strategy depends on active provider
+    if [[ "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER" == "piper" ]]; then
+      # Piper voice lookup: Scan voice directory for .onnx files
+      source "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-voice-manager.sh"
+      VOICE_DIR=$(get_voice_storage_dir)
+
+      # Check if voice file exists (case-insensitive)
+      FOUND=""
+      shopt -s nullglob
+      for onnx_file in "$VOICE_DIR"/*.onnx; do
+        if [[ -f "$onnx_file" ]]; then
+          voice=$(basename "$onnx_file" .onnx)
+          if [[ "${voice,,}" == "${VOICE_NAME,,}" ]]; then
+            FOUND="$voice"
+            break
+          fi
+        fi
+      done
+      shopt -u nullglob
+
+      # If not found, check multi-speaker registry
+      if [[ -z "$FOUND" ]] && [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-multispeaker-registry.sh" ]]; then
+        source "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-multispeaker-registry.sh"
+
+        MULTISPEAKER_INFO=$(get_multispeaker_info "$VOICE_NAME")
+        if [[ -n "$MULTISPEAKER_INFO" ]]; then
+          MODEL="${MULTISPEAKER_INFO%%:*}"
+          SPEAKER_ID="${MULTISPEAKER_INFO#*:}"
+
+          # Verify the model file exists
+          if [[ -f "$VOICE_DIR/${MODEL}.onnx" ]]; then
+            # Store speaker name in tts-voice.txt
+            echo "$VOICE_NAME" > "$VOICE_FILE"
+
+            # Store model and speaker ID separately for play-tts-piper.sh
+            echo "$MODEL" > "$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-piper-model.txt"
+            echo "$SPEAKER_ID" > "$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-piper-speaker-id.txt"
+
+            DESCRIPTION=$(get_multispeaker_description "$VOICE_NAME")
+            echo "✅ Multi-speaker voice switched to: $VOICE_NAME"
+            echo "🎤 Model: $MODEL.onnx (Speaker ID: $SPEAKER_ID)"
+            if [[ -n "$DESCRIPTION" ]]; then
+              echo "📝 Description: $DESCRIPTION"
+            fi
+
+            # Have the new voice introduce itself (unless silent mode)
+            if [[ "$SILENT_MODE" != "true" ]]; then
+              PLAY_TTS="$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh"
+              if [ -x "$PLAY_TTS" ]; then
+                "$PLAY_TTS" "Hi, I'm $VOICE_NAME. I'll be your voice assistant moving forward." > /dev/null 2>&1 &
+              fi
+
+              echo ""
+              echo "💡 Tip: To hear automatic TTS narration, enable the Agent Vibes output style:"
+              echo "   /output-style Agent Vibes"
+            fi
+            exit 0
+          else
+            echo "❌ Multi-speaker model not found: $MODEL.onnx"
+            echo ""
+            echo "Download it with: /agent-vibes:provider download"
+            exit 1
+          fi
+        fi
+      fi
+
+      if [[ -z "$FOUND" ]]; then
+        echo "❌ Piper voice not found: $VOICE_NAME"
+        echo ""
+        echo "Available Piper voices:"
+        shopt -s nullglob
+        for onnx_file in "$VOICE_DIR"/*.onnx; do
+          if [[ -f "$onnx_file" ]]; then
+            echo "  - $(basename "$onnx_file" .onnx)"
+          fi
+        done | sort
+        shopt -u nullglob
+        echo ""
+        if [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-multispeaker-registry.sh" ]]; then
+          echo "Multi-speaker voices (requires 16Speakers.onnx):"
+          source "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-multispeaker-registry.sh"
+          for entry in "${MULTISPEAKER_VOICES[@]}"; do
+            name="${entry%%:*}"
+            echo "  - $name"
+          done | sort
+          echo ""
+        fi
+        echo "Download extra voices with: /agent-vibes:provider download"
+        exit 1
+      fi
+    else
+      # ElevenLabs voice lookup
+      # Check if input is a number
+      if [[ "$VOICE_NAME" =~ ^[0-9]+$ ]]; then
+        # Get voice array
+        VOICE_ARRAY=()
+        for voice in "${!VOICES[@]}"; do
+          VOICE_ARRAY+=("$voice")
+        done
+
+        # Sort the array
+        IFS=$'\n' SORTED_VOICES=($(sort <<<"${VOICE_ARRAY[*]}"))
+        unset IFS
+
+        # Get voice by number (adjust for 0-based index)
+        INDEX=$((VOICE_NAME - 1))
+
+        if [[ $INDEX -ge 0 && $INDEX -lt ${#SORTED_VOICES[@]} ]]; then
+          VOICE_NAME="${SORTED_VOICES[$INDEX]}"
+          FOUND="${SORTED_VOICES[$INDEX]}"
+        else
+          echo "❌ Invalid number. Please choose between 1 and ${#SORTED_VOICES[@]}"
+          exit 1
+        fi
+      else
+        # Check if voice exists (case-insensitive)
+        FOUND=""
+        for voice in "${!VOICES[@]}"; do
+          if [[ "${voice,,}" == "${VOICE_NAME,,}" ]]; then
+            FOUND="$voice"
+            break
+          fi
+        done
+      fi
+
+      if [[ -z "$FOUND" ]]; then
+        echo "❌ Unknown voice: $VOICE_NAME"
+        echo ""
+        echo "Available voices:"
+        for voice in "${!VOICES[@]}"; do
+          echo "  - $voice"
+        done | sort
+        exit 1
+      fi
+    fi
+
+    echo "$FOUND" > "$VOICE_FILE"
+    echo "✅ Voice switched to: $FOUND"
+
+    # Show voice ID only for ElevenLabs voices
+    if [[ "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER" != "piper" ]] && [[ -n "${VOICES[$FOUND]}" ]]; then
+      echo "🎤 Voice ID: ${VOICES[$FOUND]}"
+    fi
+
+    # Have the new voice introduce itself (unless silent mode)
+    if [[ "$SILENT_MODE" != "true" ]]; then
+      SCRIPT_DIR="$(cd "$(dirname "${BASH_SOURCE[0]}")" && pwd)"
+      PLAY_TTS="$SCRIPT_DIR/play-tts.sh"
+      if [ -x "$PLAY_TTS" ]; then
+        "$PLAY_TTS" "Hi, I'm $FOUND. I'll be your voice assistant moving forward." "$FOUND" > /dev/null 2>&1 &
+      fi
+
+      echo ""
+      echo "💡 Tip: To hear automatic TTS narration, enable the Agent Vibes output style:"
+      echo "   /output-style Agent Vibes"
+    fi
+    ;;
+
+  get)
+    if [ -f "$VOICE_FILE" ]; then
+      cat "$VOICE_FILE"
+    else
+      echo "Cowboy Bob"
+    fi
+    ;;
+
+  whoami)
+    echo "🎤 Current Voice Configuration"
+    echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+
+    # Get active TTS provider
+    PROVIDER_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt"
+    if [[ ! -f "$PROVIDER_FILE" ]]; then
+      PROVIDER_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt"
+    fi
+
+    if [ -f "$PROVIDER_FILE" ]; then
+      ACTIVE_PROVIDER=$(cat "$PROVIDER_FILE")
+      if [[ "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER" == "elevenlabs" ]]; then
+        echo "Provider: ElevenLabs (Premium AI)"
+      elif [[ "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER" == "piper" ]]; then
+        echo "Provider: Piper TTS (Free, Offline)"
+      else
+        echo "Provider: $ACTIVE_PROVIDER"
+      fi
+    else
+      # Default to ElevenLabs if no provider file
+      echo "Provider: ElevenLabs (Premium AI)"
+    fi
+
+    # Get current voice
+    if [ -f "$VOICE_FILE" ]; then
+      CURRENT_VOICE=$(cat "$VOICE_FILE")
+    else
+      CURRENT_VOICE="Cowboy Bob"
+    fi
+    echo "Voice: $CURRENT_VOICE"
+
+    # Get current sentiment (priority)
+    if [ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-sentiment.txt" ]; then
+      SENTIMENT=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-sentiment.txt")
+      echo "Sentiment: $SENTIMENT (active)"
+
+      # Also show personality if set
+      if [ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-personality.txt" ]; then
+        PERSONALITY=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-personality.txt")
+        echo "Personality: $PERSONALITY (overridden by sentiment)"
+      fi
+    else
+      # No sentiment, check personality
+      if [ -f "$HOME/.claude/tts-personality.txt" ]; then
+        PERSONALITY=$(cat "$HOME/.claude/tts-personality.txt")
+        echo "Personality: $PERSONALITY (active)"
+      else
+        echo "Personality: normal"
+      fi
+    fi
+
+    echo "━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━"
+    ;;
+
+  list-simple)
+    # Simple list for AI to parse and display
+    # Get active provider
+    PROVIDER_FILE="$CLAUDE_DIR/tts-provider.txt"
+    if [[ ! -f "$PROVIDER_FILE" ]]; then
+      PROVIDER_FILE="$HOME/.claude/tts-provider.txt"
+    fi
+
+    ACTIVE_PROVIDER="elevenlabs"  # default
+    if [ -f "$PROVIDER_FILE" ]; then
+      ACTIVE_PROVIDER=$(cat "$PROVIDER_FILE")
+    fi
+
+    if [[ "$ACTIVE_PROVIDER" == "piper" ]]; then
+      # List downloaded Piper voices
+      if [[ -f "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-voice-manager.sh" ]]; then
+        source "$SCRIPT_DIR/piper-voice-manager.sh"
+        VOICE_DIR=$(get_voice_storage_dir)
+        for onnx_file in "$VOICE_DIR"/*.onnx; do
+          if [[ -f "$onnx_file" ]]; then
+            basename "$onnx_file" .onnx
+          fi
+        done | sort
+      fi
+    else
+      # List ElevenLabs voices
+      for voice in "${!VOICES[@]}"; do
+        echo "$voice"
+      done | sort
+    fi
+    ;;
+
+  replay)
+    # Replay recent TTS audio from history
+    # Use project-local directory with same logic as play-tts.sh
+    if [[ -n "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR" ]]; then
+      AUDIO_DIR="$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/audio"
+    else
+      # Fallback: try to find .claude directory in current path
+      CURRENT_DIR="$PWD"
+      while [[ "$CURRENT_DIR" != "/" ]]; do
+        if [[ -d "$CURRENT_DIR/.claude" ]]; then
+          AUDIO_DIR="$CURRENT_DIR/.claude/audio"
+          break
+        fi
+        CURRENT_DIR=$(dirname "$CURRENT_DIR")
+      done
+      # Final fallback to global if no project .claude found
+      if [[ -z "$AUDIO_DIR" ]]; then
+        AUDIO_DIR="$HOME/.claude/audio"
+      fi
+    fi
+
+    # Default to replay last audio (N=1)
+    N="${2:-1}"
+
+    # Validate N is a number
+    if ! [[ "$N" =~ ^[0-9]+$ ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Invalid argument. Please use a number (1-10)"
+      echo "Usage: /agent-vibes:replay [N]"
+      echo "  N=1 - Last audio (default)"
+      echo "  N=2 - Second-to-last"
+      echo "  N=3 - Third-to-last"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    # Check bounds
+    if [[ $N -lt 1 || $N -gt 10 ]]; then
+      echo "❌ Number out of range. Please choose 1-10"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    # Get list of audio files sorted by time (newest first)
+    if [[ ! -d "$AUDIO_DIR" ]]; then
+      echo "❌ No audio history found"
+      echo "Audio files are stored in: $AUDIO_DIR"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    # Get the Nth most recent file
+    AUDIO_FILE=$(ls -t "$AUDIO_DIR"/tts-*.mp3 2>/dev/null | sed -n "${N}p")
+
+    if [[ -z "$AUDIO_FILE" ]]; then
+      TOTAL=$(ls -t "$AUDIO_DIR"/tts-*.mp3 2>/dev/null | wc -l)
+      echo "❌ Audio #$N not found in history"
+      echo "Total audio files available: $TOTAL"
+      exit 1
+    fi
+
+    echo "🔊 Replaying audio #$N:"
+    echo "   File: $(basename "$AUDIO_FILE")"
+    echo "   Path: $AUDIO_FILE"
+
+    # Play the audio file in background
+    (paplay "$AUDIO_FILE" 2>/dev/null || aplay "$AUDIO_FILE" 2>/dev/null || mpg123 "$AUDIO_FILE" 2>/dev/null) &
+    ;;
+
+  *)
+    echo "Usage: voice-manager.sh [list|switch|get|replay|whoami] [voice_name]"
+    echo ""
+    echo "Commands:"
+    echo "  list                    - List all available voices"
+    echo "  switch <voice_name>     - Switch to a different voice"
+    echo "  get                     - Get current voice name"
+    echo "  replay [N]              - Replay Nth most recent audio (default: 1)"
+    echo "  whoami                  - Show current voice and personality"
+    exit 1
+    ;;
+esac

.claude/hooks/voices-config.sh

@@ -0,0 +1,70 @@
+#!/bin/bash
+#
+# File: .claude/hooks/voices-config.sh
+#
+# AgentVibes - Finally, your AI Agents can Talk Back! Text-to-Speech WITH personality for AI Assistants!
+# Website: https://agentvibes.org
+# Repository: https://github.com/paulpreibisch/AgentVibes
+#
+# Co-created by Paul Preibisch with Claude AI
+# Copyright (c) 2025 Paul Preibisch
+#
+# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
+# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
+# You may obtain a copy of the License at
+#
+#     http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+#
+# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
+# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
+# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
+# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
+# limitations under the License.
+#
+# DISCLAIMER: This software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
+# express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of
+# merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement.
+# In no event shall the authors or copyright holders be liable for any claim,
+# damages or other liability, whether in an action of contract, tort or
+# otherwise, arising from, out of or in connection with the software or the
+# use or other dealings in the software.
+#
+# ---
+#
+# @fileoverview ElevenLabs Voice Configuration - Single source of truth for voice ID mappings
+# @context Maps human-readable voice names to ElevenLabs API voice IDs for consistency
+# @architecture Associative array (bash hash map) sourced by multiple scripts
+# @dependencies None (pure data structure)
+# @entrypoints Sourced by voice-manager.sh, play-tts-elevenlabs.sh, and personality managers
+# @patterns Centralized configuration, DRY principle for voice mappings
+# @related voice-manager.sh, play-tts-elevenlabs.sh, personality/*.md files
+
+declare -A VOICES=(
+  ["Amy"]="bhJUNIXWQQ94l8eI2VUf"
+  ["Antoni"]="ErXwobaYiN019PkySvjV"
+  ["Archer"]="L0Dsvb3SLTyegXwtm47J"
+  ["Aria"]="TC0Zp7WVFzhA8zpTlRqV"
+  ["Bella"]="EXAVITQu4vr4xnSDxMaL"
+  ["Burt Reynolds"]="4YYIPFl9wE5c4L2eu2Gb"
+  ["Charlotte"]="XB0fDUnXU5powFXDhCwa"
+  ["Cowboy Bob"]="KTPVrSVAEUSJRClDzBw7"
+  ["Demon Monster"]="vfaqCOvlrKi4Zp7C2IAm"
+  ["Domi"]="AZnzlk1XvdvUeBnXmlld"
+  ["Dr. Von Fusion"]="yjJ45q8TVCrtMhEKurxY"
+  ["Drill Sergeant"]="vfaqCOvlrKi4Zp7C2IAm"
+  ["Grandpa Spuds Oxley"]="NOpBlnGInO9m6vDvFkFC"
+  ["Grandpa Werthers"]="MKlLqCItoCkvdhrxgtLv"
+  ["Jessica Anne Bogart"]="flHkNRp1BlvT73UL6gyz"
+  ["Juniper"]="aMSt68OGf4xUZAnLpTU8"
+  ["Lutz Laugh"]="9yzdeviXkFddZ4Oz8Mok"
+  ["Matilda"]="XrExE9yKIg1WjnnlVkGX"
+  ["Matthew Schmitz"]="0SpgpJ4D3MpHCiWdyTg3"
+  ["Michael"]="U1Vk2oyatMdYs096Ety7"
+  ["Ms. Walker"]="DLsHlh26Ugcm6ELvS0qi"
+  ["Northern Terry"]="wo6udizrrtpIxWGp2qJk"
+  ["Pirate Marshal"]="PPzYpIqttlTYA83688JI"
+  ["Rachel"]="21m00Tcm4TlvDq8ikWAM"
+  ["Ralf Eisend"]="A9evEp8yGjv4c3WsIKuY"
+  ["Tiffany"]="6aDn1KB0hjpdcocrUkmq"
+  ["Tom"]="DYkrAHD8iwork3YSUBbs"
+)

.github/workflows/lint.yaml

@@ -1,4 +1,4 @@
-name: format-check
+name: lint
 
 "on":
   pull_request:
@@ -41,3 +41,21 @@ jobs:
 
       - name: ESLint
         run: npm run lint
+
+  schema-validation:
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    steps:
+      - name: Checkout
+        uses: actions/checkout@v4
+
+      - name: Setup Node
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
+        with:
+          node-version-file: ".nvmrc"
+          cache: "npm"
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: npm ci
+
+      - name: Validate YAML schemas
+        run: npm run validate:schemas

.gitignore

@@ -8,6 +8,7 @@ package-lock.json
 
 
 test-output/*
+coverage/
 
 # Logs
 logs/
@@ -25,7 +26,6 @@ build/*.txt
 Thumbs.db
 
 # Development tools and configs
-.prettierignore
 .prettierrc
 
 # IDE and editor configs
@@ -36,7 +36,6 @@ Thumbs.db
 # AI assistant files
 CLAUDE.md
 .ai/*
-.claude
 cursor
 .gemini
 .mcp.json

.prettierignore

@@ -0,0 +1,2 @@
+# Test fixtures with intentionally broken/malformed files
+test/fixtures/**

CHANGELOG.md

@@ -16,10 +16,10 @@ Initial alpha release of a major rewrite and overhaul improvement of past versio
 
 - **Lean Core**: The core of BMad is very simple - common tasks that apply to any future module or agents, along with common agents that will be added to any modules - bmad-web-orchestrator and bmad-master.
 - **BMad Method**: The new BMad Method (AKA bmm) is a complete overhaul of the v4 method, now a fully scale adaptive rewrite. The workflow now scales from small enhancements to massive undertakings across multiple services or architectures, supporting a new vast array of project type, including a full subclass of game development specifics.
-- **BoMB**: The BMad Builder (AKA BoMB) now is able to fully automate creation and conversion of expansion packs from v5 to modules in v5 along with the net new ideation and brainstorming through implementation and testing of net new Modules, Workflows (were tasks and templates), Module Agents, and Standalone Personal Agents
+- **BoMB**: The BMad Builder (AKA BoMB) now is able to fully automate creation and conversion of expansion packs from v6 to modules in v6 along with the net new ideation and brainstorming through implementation and testing of net new Modules, Workflows (were tasks and templates), Module Agents, and Standalone Personal Agents
 - **CIS**: The Creative Intelligence Suite (AKA CIS)
 
-## [v5.0.0] - SKIPPED
+## [v6.0.0] - SKIPPED
 
 **Note**: Version 5.0.0 was skipped due to NPX registry issues that corrupted the version. Development continues with v6.0.0-alpha.0.
 

CONTRIBUTING.md

@@ -256,6 +256,7 @@ Each commit should represent one logical change:
 - Web/planning agents can be larger with more complex tasks
 - Everything is natural language (markdown) - no code in core framework
 - Use bmad modules for domain-specific features
+- Validate YAML schemas with `npm run validate:schemas` before committing
 
 ## Code of Conduct
 

README.md

@@ -1,284 +1,210 @@
-# BMad CORE v6 Alpha
+# BMad CORE + BMad Method
 
 [![Version](https://img.shields.io/npm/v/bmad-method?color=blue&label=version)](https://www.npmjs.com/package/bmad-method)
 [![License: MIT](https://img.shields.io/badge/License-MIT-yellow.svg)](LICENSE)
 [![Node.js Version](https://img.shields.io/badge/node-%3E%3D20.0.0-brightgreen)](https://nodejs.org)
 [![Discord](https://img.shields.io/badge/Discord-Join%20Community-7289da?logo=discord&logoColor=white)](https://discord.gg/gk8jAdXWmj)
 
-## 🚀 Critical: Understanding BMad Method v6a Workflow
+> **🚨 ALPHA VERSION DOCUMENTATION**
+>
+> - **Install v6 Alpha:** `npx bmad-method@alpha install`
+> - **Install stable v4:** `npx bmad-method install`
+> - **[View v4 documentation](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD/tree/V4)**
 
-**IMPORTANT: Before using this framework, you MUST read the [BMM v6 Workflows Guide](./src/modules/bmm/workflows/README.md).** This document is fundamental to understanding how to use v6 of the BMad Method and explains the revolutionary v6a workflow system with its four phases: Analysis, Planning, Solutioning, and Implementation.
+## Universal Human-AI Collaboration Platform
 
-**[Subscribe to BMadCode on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@BMadCode?sub_confirmation=1)** and **[Join our amazing, active Discord Community](https://discord.gg/gk8jAdXWmj)**
+BMad-CORE (**C**ollaboration **O**ptimized **R**eflection **E**ngine) amplifies human potential through specialized AI agents. Unlike tools that replace thinking, BMad-CORE guides reflective workflows that bring out your best ideas and AI's full capabilities.
 
-⭐ **If you find this project helpful or useful, please give it a star in the upper right-hand corner!** It helps others discover BMad-CORE and you will be notified of updates!
+**🎯 Human Amplification** • **🎨 Domain Agnostic** • **⚡ Agent-Powered**
 
-## The Universal Human-AI Collaboration Platform
+## Table of Contents
 
-📋 **[View v6 Alpha Open Items & Roadmap](./v6-open-items.md)** - Track what's being worked on and what's coming next!
+- [Quick Start](#quick-start)
+- [What is BMad-CORE?](#what-is-bmad-core)
+- [Modules](#modules)
+  - [BMad Method (BMM)](#bmad-method-bmm---agile-ai-development)
+  - [BMad Builder (BMB)](#bmad-builder-bmb---create-custom-solutions)
+  - [Creative Intelligence Suite (CIS)](#creative-intelligence-suite-cis---innovation--creativity)
+- [Installation](#installation)
+- [Key Features](#key-features)
+- [Documentation](#documentation)
+- [Community & Support](#community--support)
 
-### ⚠️ Important Alpha Notes
+## Quick Start
 
-**Note 0 - Frequent Updates:** Updates to the branch will be frequent. When pulling new updates, it's best to delete your node_modules folder and run `npm install` to ensure you have the latest package dependencies.
+- **New to v6?** [→ BMad Method V6 Quick Start Guide](./docs/BMad-Method-V6-Quick-Start.md)
+- **Upgrading?** [→ v4 to v6 Upgrade Guide](./docs/v4-to-v6-upgrade.md)
 
-**Note 1 - Alpha Stability:** ALPHA is potentially an unstable release that could drastically change. While we hope that isn't the case, your testing during this time is much appreciated. Please help us out by filing issues or reaching out in Discord to discuss.
+## What is BMad-CORE?
 
-**Note 2 - Work in Progress:** ALPHA is not complete - there are still many small and big features, polish, doc improvements, and more agents and workflows coming ahead of the beta release!
+Foundation framework powering all BMad modules:
 
-**Note 3 - IDE Required:** ALPHA Web Bundles and Agents are not fully working yet - you will need to use a good quality IDE to test many features, especially with the BMad Method module. However, the new agent builder and standalone agent feature can work great with weaker models - this will still evolve over the coming weeks.
+- **Agent Orchestration** - Specialized AI personas with unique capabilities
+- **Workflow Engine** - Guided multi-step processes
+- **Modular Architecture** - Domain-specific extensions
+- **IDE Integration** - Works across development environments
+- **Update-Safe Customization** - Persistent configuration through updates
 
-**Note 4 - Contributing:** If you would like to contribute a PR, make sure you are creating your PR against the Alpha Branch and not Main.
+### v6 Core Enhancements
 
-## Alpha Installation and Testing
+- **🎨 Agent Customization** - Modify names, roles, personalities via `bmad/_cfg/agents/`
+- **🌐 Multi-Language** - Independent language settings for communication and output
+- **👤 Personalization** - Agents adapt to your name, technical level, preferences
+- **🔄 Persistent Config** - Customizations survive all updates
+- **⚙️ Flexible Settings** - Module or global configuration options
 
-**Prerequisites**: [Node.js](https://nodejs.org) v20+ required
+### C.O.R.E. Philosophy
 
-### Option A
+- **C**ollaboration: Human-AI partnership leveraging unique strengths
+- **O**ptimized: Refined processes for maximum effectiveness
+- **R**eflection: Guided thinking unlocking better solutions
+- **E**ngine: Framework orchestrating specialized agents and workflows
 
-Thank you Lum for the suggestion - here is a one-shot instruction to clone just the alpha branch and get started:
+BMad-CORE helps you **discover better solutions** through strategic questioning and structured thinking.
 
-`git clone --branch v6-alpha --single-branch https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD` and then cd into this directory and run `npm install`.
+## Modules
 
-### Option B
+### BMad Method (BMM) - Agile AI Development
 
-Here are the more detailed step-by-step instructions:
+AI-driven agile framework revolutionizing software and game development. Adapts from bug fixes to enterprise systems.
 
-Clone the repo with either:
+#### v6 Highlights
 
-- `gh repo clone bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD`
-- `git clone https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD.git`
-- `git@github.com:bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD.git`
-  and then cd into the BMAD-METHOD folder.
+**🎯 Scale-Adaptive Workflows (Levels 0-4)**
 
-  You will then need to change to the branch as that will have cloned main, so type:
-  - `git checkout v6-alpha`
-  - type `git status` and you should see:
-    `On branch v6-alpha. Your branch is up to date with 'origin/v6-alpha'.`
+- Automatically adjusts complexity from quick fixes to enterprise projects
+- Greenfield & brownfield support with smart context engine
 
-### Node Modules install
+**🏗️ Project-Adaptive Architecture**
 
-Now you must install the node_modules with `npm install` - once complete, you should see you have a `node_modules` folder at the root of your project. (BMAD-METHOD/node_modules)
+- Documents adapt to project type (web, mobile, embedded, game)
+- Engine-specific game development (Unity, Phaser, Godot, Unreal)
 
-### Install to your new or existing project folder
+**📋 Four-Phase Methodology**
 
-Now you can run `npm run install:bmad` and follow the installer questions.
+1. **Analysis** - Brainstorming, research, briefs
+2. **Planning** - Scale-adaptive PRD/GDD
+3. **Solutioning** - Architecture and tech specs
+4. **Implementation** - Stories, development, review
 
-NOTE: One of the first questions will ask for a destination - do not accept the default, you want to enter the full path to a new or existing folder of where your project is or will be. If you choose a net new folder, you will have to confirm you want the installer to create the directory for you.
+**Specialized Agents**: PM, Analyst, Architect, Scrum Master, Developer, Game Designer/Developer/Architect, UX, Test Architect
 
-The Core Module will always be installed. The default initial module selection will be BMM for all the core BMad Method functionality and flow from brainstorming through software development.
+**Documentation**: [📚 BMM Module](./src/modules/bmm/README.md) | [📖 Workflows Guide](./src/modules/bmm/workflows/README.md)
 
-**Note on installation:** All installs now go to a single folder called `bmad` instead of multiple folders. When you install a module, you may still see folders other than the one you selected in the destination/bmad folder.
+### BMad Builder (BMB) - Create Custom Solutions
 
-This is intentional and not a bug - it will copy over to those other folders only the minimum that is needed because it is shared across the modules. For example, during Alpha to test this feature, BMM relies on the brainstorming feature of the CIS and some items from CORE - so even if you only select BMM, you will still see bmad/core and bmad/cis along with bmad/bmm.
+Build custom agents, workflows, and modules using BMad-CORE framework.
 
-## What is the new BMad Core
+- **Agent Creation** - Custom roles and behaviors
+- **Workflow Design** - Structured multi-step processes
+- **Module Development** - Complete domain solutions
+- **Three Agent Types** - Full module, hybrid, standalone
 
-BMad-CORE (Collaboration Optimized Reflection Engine) is a framework that brings out the best in you through AI agents designed to enhance human thinking rather than replace it.
+**Documentation**:
 
-Unlike traditional AI tools that do the work for you, BMad-CORE's specialized agents guide you through the facilitation of optimized collaborative reflective workflows to unlock your full potential across any domain. This magic powers the BMad Method, which is just one of the many modules that exist or are coming soon.
+- [📚 BMB Module](./src/modules/bmb/README.md) - Complete module reference
+- [🎯 Create Agent](./src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-agent/README.md) - Agent builder workflow
+- [📋 Create Workflow](./src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/README.md) - Workflow designer
+- [📦 Create Module](./src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-module/README.md) - Module scaffolding
 
-## What Makes BMad-Core Different
+### Creative Intelligence Suite (CIS) - Innovation & Creativity
 
-**Traditional AI**: Does the thinking for you, providing average, bland answers and solutions
-**BMad-CORE**: Brings out the best thinking in you and the AI through guided collaboration, elicitation, and facilitation
+AI-powered creative facilitation across five domains.
 
-### Core Philosophy: Human Amplification, Not Replacement
+- **5 Interactive Workflows** - Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Problem Solving, Innovation Strategy, Storytelling
+- **150+ Creative Techniques** - Proven frameworks and methodologies
+- **5 Specialized Agents** - Unique personas and facilitation styles
+- **Shared Resource** - Powers creative workflows in other modules
 
-BMad-Core's AI agents act as expert coaches, mentors, and collaborators who:
+**Documentation**: [📚 CIS Module](./src/modules/cis/README.md) | [📖 CIS Workflows](./src/modules/cis/workflows/README.md)
 
-- Ask the right questions to stimulate your thinking
-- Provide structured frameworks for complex problems
-- Guide you through reflective processes to discover insights
-- Help you develop mastery in your chosen domains
-- Amplify your natural abilities rather than substituting for them
+## Installation
 
-## The Collaboration Optimized Reflection Engine
+**Prerequisites**: Node.js v20+ ([Download](https://nodejs.org))
 
-At the heart of BMad-Core lies the **C.O.R.E.** system:
+```bash
+# Install v6 Alpha
+npx bmad-method@alpha install
 
-- **Collaboration**: Human-AI partnership where both contribute unique strengths
-- **Optimized**: The collaborative process has been refined for maximum effectiveness
-- **Reflection**: Guided thinking that helps you discover better solutions and insights
-- **Engine**: The powerful framework that orchestrates specialized agents and workflows
+# Install stable v4
+npx bmad-method install
+```
 
-## Universal Domain Coverage Through Modules
+Interactive installer guides you through:
 
-BMad-CORE works in ANY domain through specialized modules (previously called expansion packs)!
+1. **Project location** - Installation directory
+2. **Module selection** - BMM, BMB, CIS
+3. **Configuration** - Name, language, game dev options
+4. **IDE integration** - Environment setup
 
-### Available Modules with Alpha Release
+### Project Structure
 
-- **BMad Core (core)**: Included and used to power every current and future module; includes a master orchestrator for the local environment and one for the web bundles used with ChatGPT or Gemini Gems, for example.
+```
+your-project/
+└── bmad/
+    ├── core/         # Core framework
+    ├── bmm/          # BMad Method
+    ├── bmb/          # BMad Builder
+    ├── cis/          # Creative Intelligence
+    └── _cfg/         # Your customizations
+        └── agents/   # Agent configs
+```
 
-- **[BMad Method (bmm)](./src/modules/bmm/README.md)**: Agile AI-driven software development - the classic that started it all and is still the best - but with v6, massively improved thanks to a rebuild from the ground up built on the new powerful BMad-CORE engine. The BMad Method has also been expanded to use a new "Scale Adaptive Workflow Engine"™. **[See BMM Documentation](./src/modules/bmm/README.md)**
+### Getting Started
 
-- **[BMad BoMB (bmb)](./src/modules/bmb/README.md)**: The BMad Builder is your Custom Agent, Workflow, and Module authoring tool - it's now easier than ever to customize existing modules or create whatever you can imagine as a standalone module. **[See BMB Documentation](./src/modules/bmb/README.md)**
+After installation, activate Analyst agent and run:
 
-- **Creative Intelligence Suite (cis)**: Unlock innovation, problem-solving, and creative thinking! Brainstorming that was part of the BMad Method in the past is now part of this standalone module along with other workflows. The power of BMad modules still allows modules to borrow from each other - so the CIS, while standalone, also powers the brainstorming abilities for certain agents within the BMad Method!
+```
+/workflow-init
+```
 
-## What's New in V6-ALPHA
+This initializes the workflow system and helps choose your starting point.
 
-Stability, customizability, installation Q&A, massive prompt improvements.
+## Key Features
 
-Everything has been rewritten from the ground up with best practices and advances learned over previous versions, standardizing on prompt format techniques. There is much more core usage of XML or XML-type tags within markdown, with many conventions and standards that drastically increase agent adherence.
+### 🎨 Update-Safe Customization
 
-**Customizability** is a key theme of this new version. All agents are now customizable by modifying a file under the installation bmad/\_cfg/agents. Every agent installed will generate an agent file that you can customize.
+- Agent modification via `bmad/_cfg/agents/`
+- Persistent settings through updates
+- Multi-language support
+- Flexible configuration
 
-The nice thing about this is when agents change or update in future versions, your customizations in these sidecar files will never be lost! You can change the name, their personas, how they talk, what they call you, and most exciting - what language they communicate in!
+### 🚀 Intelligent Installation
 
-The **BMad installer** is 100% new from the ground up. Along the way you will add:
+- Auto-detects v4 installations
+- Configures IDE integrations
+- Resolves dependencies
+- Creates unified manifests
 
-- Your name (what the agents will call you and how you'll author documents)
-- What language you want the agents to communicate in
-- Module-specific customization options
+### 📁 Unified Architecture
 
-When you install, a consolidated agent party is created so now when you use party-mode in the IDE, it is super efficient for the agent running the party to simulate all installed agents. Post alpha release, this will manifest itself in many interesting ways in time for beta - but for now, have fun with party mode and epic sprint retrospectives!
+Single `bmad/` folder - clean, organized, maintainable.
 
-Speaking of installation - everything will now install to a single core bmad folder. No more separate root folders for every module! Instead, all will be contained within bmad/.
+## Documentation
 
-All IDE selections now support the option to add special install functionality per module.
+- **[📚 Documentation Index](./docs/index.md)** - Complete documentation map
+- **[v4 to v6 Upgrade Guide](./docs/v4-to-v6-upgrade.md)** - Migration instructions
+- **[CLI Tool Guide](./tools/cli/README.md)** - Installer reference
+- **[Contributing Guide](./CONTRIBUTING.md)** - Contribution guidelines
 
-For example, with the alpha release, if you select the BMad Method and Claude Code, you will have an option to install pre-created Claude sub-agents. Not only do they get installed, but certain workflows will have injected into their instructions key indicators to the agent when to activate the sub-agents, removing some non-determinism.
+## Community & Support
 
-The sub-agent experience is still undergoing some work, so install them if you choose, and remove them if they become a pain.
-
-When you read about the BoMB below, it will link to more information about various features in this new evolution of BMad Code. One of the exciting features is the new agent types - there are 3 now! The most exciting are the new standalone tiny agents that you can easily generate and deploy free from any module - specialized for your exact needs.
-
-### BMad Method (BMM)
-
-📚 **[Full BMM Documentation](./src/modules/bmm/README.md)** | **[v6 Workflows Guide](./src/modules/bmm/workflows/README.md)**
-
-The BMad Method is significantly transforming and yet more powerful than ever. **Scale Adaptive** is a new term that means when you start the workflow to create a PRD or a GDD (or a simple tech-spec in the case of simple tasks), you will first answer some questions about the scope of the project, new vs. existing codebase and its state, and other questions. This will trigger a leveling of the effort from 0-4, and based on this scale adaptation, it will guide the workflow in different directions.
-
-Right now, this is still a bit alpha feeling and disjointed, but before beta it will be tied together through all four workflow phases with a potential single orchestration if you choose - or you can still jump right in, especially for simple tasks that just need a simple tech-spec and then right off to development.
-
-To test and experience this now, here is the new main flow for BMM v6 alpha:
-
-(Docs will be all linked in soon with new user guide and workflow diagrams coming this week)
-
-**NOTE:** Game Development expansion packs are all being rolled into the official BMad Method module - along with any more game engine platforms being added. Additionally, game development planning for the GDD is not only scale adaptive, but also adapts to the type of game you are making - so you can plan all that is needed for your dream game!
-
-#### **PHASE 1 - Analysis**
-
-**Analyst:**
-
-- `brainstorm-project`
-- `research` (market research, deep research, deep research prompt generation)
-- `product-brief`
-
-**Game Designer (Optional):**
-
-- `brainstorm-game`
-- `game-brief`
-- `research`
-
----
-
-#### **PHASE 2 - Planning**
-
-**PM:**
-
-- `plan-project`
-
-**Game Designer:**
-
-- `plan-game` (calls the same plan-project workflow, but input docs or your answers should drive it towards GDD)
-
----
-
-#### **PHASE 3 - Solutioning**
-
-**Architect or Game Architect:**
-
-Just like the scale-adjusted planning, architecture is the same. No more document sharding though!
-
-Now in the IDE you create an architecture that adapts to the type of project you are working on - based on the inputs from your PRD, it will adapt the sections it includes to your project type. No longer is the architecture biased just towards full stack or back-end APIs. There are many more options now, from embedded hardware to mobile to many other options - with many more coming with beta.
-
-- `solution-architecture`
-
-> **Note:** Testing, DevOps, or security concerns beyond the basics are generally not included in the architecture. If it is more complicated, especially for complex massive undertakings, you will be suggested to pull in specific agents to help with those areas. _(Not released with alpha.0, coming soon)_
-
-Once the full architecture is complete, you can still use the PO to run the checklist to validate the epics and stories are still correct - although the architect should also be keeping them updated as needed (needs some tuning during alpha). Once done, then it's time to create the tech spec for your first epic.
-
-- `tech-spec`
-
-The tech spec pulls all technical information from all planning thus far, along with any further research needed from the web to produce an **Epic Tech Spec** - each epic will have one. This is going to make the SM even more capable of finding the info it needs for each story when we get to phase 4!
-
----
-
-#### **PHASE 4 - Implementation**
-
-And now here we are at phase 4 - where we, just like in BMad Method of yore, use the SM and the Dev Agent. No more QA agent here though; the dev now has a dev task and also a senior dev agent review task.
-
-**Scrum Master (SM) Tasks:**
-
-Before the dev starts, the SM will:
-
-1. `create-story`
-2. `story-context` _(NEW!)_
-
-**Story-context** is a game-changing new feature beyond what we had with create-story in the past. Create-story still pulls in all the info it needs from the tech-spec and elsewhere as needed (including previously completed stories), but the generation of the new story-context takes it to a whole new level.
-
-This real-time prep means no more generic devLoadAlways list of story files. During the alpha phase, we will be tuning what goes into this context, but this is going to supercharge and specialize your dev to the story at hand!
-
----
-
-> **🎉 There are many other exciting changes throughout for you to discover during the alpha BMad Method module!**
-
-## CIS
-
-The CIS has 5 agents to try out, each with their own workflow! This is a new module that will drastically change over time.
-
-- [CIS Readme](./src/modules/cis/readme.md)
-
-### BoMB: BMad Builder (BMB)
-
-📚 **[Full BMB Documentation](./src/modules/bmb/README.md)** | **[Agent Creation Guide](./src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-agent/README.md)**
-
-#### Agent Docs
-
-- [Agent Architecture](src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-agent/agent-architecture)
-- [Agent command patterns](src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-agent/agent-command-patterns.md)
-- [Agent Types](src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-agent/agent-types.md)
-- [Communication Styles](src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-agent/communication-styles.md)
-
-#### Modules
-
-Modules are what we used to call Expansion Packs. A new repository to contribute modules is coming very soon with the beta release where you can start contributing modules - we just want to make sure the final format and conventions are stable. A module will generally be made up of agents and workflows. Tasks are still also possible, but generally should be avoided in favor of more flexible workflows. Workflows can have sub-workflows and soon will support a standardized multi-workflow orchestration pattern that the BMad master will be able to guide users through.
-
-- [Module Structure](src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-module/module-structure.md)
-
-#### Workflows
-
-What used to be tasks and create-doc templates are now all workflows! Simpler, yet more powerful and support many ways of achieving many different outcomes! A lot more documentation will be coming. This document is used by the agent builder to generate workflows or convert to workflows, but there is a lot more than what we have documented here in this alpha doc.
-
-- [Workflow Creation Guide](src/modules/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow-creation-guide.md)
-
-### Installer Changes
-
-- [IDE Injections](docs/installers-bundlers/ide-injections)
-- [Installers Modules Platforms References](docs/installers-bundlers/installers-modules-platforms-reference)
-- [Web Bundler Usage](docs/installers-bundlers/web-bundler-usage)
-- [Claude Code Sub Module BMM Installer](src/modules/bmm/sub-modules/claude-code/readme.md)
-
-## Support & Community
-
-- 💬 [Discord Community](https://discord.gg/gk8jAdXWmj) - Get help, share ideas, collaborate
-- 🐛 [Issue Tracker](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD/issues) - Bug reports and feature requests
-- 💬 [Discussions](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD/discussions) - Community conversations
+- 💬 **[Discord](https://discord.gg/gk8jAdXWmj)** - Community help
+- 🐛 **[Issues](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD/issues)** - Bug reports
+- 🎥 **[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@BMadCode)** - Tutorials
+- ⭐ **[Star this repo](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD)** - Updates
 
 ## Contributing
 
-We welcome contributions and new module development!
-
-📋 **[Read CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md)** - Complete contribution guide
+See **[CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md)** for guidelines.
 
 ## License
 
-MIT License - see [LICENSE](LICENSE) for details.
+MIT License - See [LICENSE](LICENSE)
 
-## Trademark Notice
+**Trademark**: BMAD™ and BMAD-METHOD™ are trademarks of BMad Code, LLC.
 
-BMAD™ and BMAD-METHOD™ are trademarks of BMad Code, LLC. All rights reserved.
+---
 
 [![Contributors](https://contrib.rocks/image?repo=bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD)](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD/graphs/contributors)
 

bmad/_cfg/agent-manifest.csv

@@ -0,0 +1,7 @@
+name,displayName,title,icon,role,identity,communicationStyle,principles,module,path
+"bmad-master","BMad Master","BMad Master Executor, Knowledge Custodian, and Workflow Orchestrator","🧙","Master Task Executor + BMad Expert + Guiding Facilitator Orchestrator","Master-level expert in the BMAD Core Platform and all loaded modules with comprehensive knowledge of all resources, tasks, and workflows. Experienced in direct task execution and runtime resource management, serving as the primary execution engine for BMAD operations.","Direct and comprehensive, refers to himself in the 3rd person. Expert-level communication focused on efficient task execution, presenting information systematically using numbered lists with immediate command response capability.","Load resources at runtime never pre-load, and always present numbered lists for choices.","core","bmad/core/agents/bmad-master.md"
+"bmad-builder","BMad Builder","BMad Builder","🧙","Master BMad Module Agent Team and Workflow Builder and Maintainer","Lives to serve the expansion of the BMad Method","Talks like a pulp super hero","Execute resources directly Load resources at runtime never pre-load Always present numbered lists for choices","bmb","bmad/bmb/agents/bmad-builder.md"
+"bmad-master","BMad Master","BMad Master Executor, Knowledge Custodian, and Workflow Orchestrator","🧙","Master Task Executor + BMad Expert + Guiding Facilitator Orchestrator","Master-level expert in the BMAD Core Platform and all loaded modules with comprehensive knowledge of all resources, tasks, and workflows. Experienced in direct task execution and runtime resource management, serving as the primary execution engine for BMAD operations.","Direct and comprehensive, refers to himself in the 3rd person. Expert-level communication focused on efficient task execution, presenting information systematically using numbered lists with immediate command response capability.","Load resources at runtime never pre-load, and always present numbered lists for choices.","core","bmad/core/agents/bmad-master.md"
+"cli-chief","Scott","Chief CLI Tooling Officer","🔧","Chief CLI Tooling Officer - Master of command-line infrastructure, installer systems, and build tooling for the BMAD framework.","Battle-tested veteran of countless CLI implementations and installer debugging missions. Deep expertise in Node.js tooling, module bundling systems, and configuration architectures. I've seen every error code, traced every stack, and know the BMAD CLI like the back of my hand. When the installer breaks at 2am, I'm the one they call. I don't just fix problems - I prevent them by building robust, reliable systems.","Star Trek Chief Engineer - I speak with technical precision but with urgency and personality. "Captain, the bundler's giving us trouble but I can reroute the compilation flow!" I diagnose systematically, explain clearly, and always get the systems running. Every problem is a technical challenge to solve, and I love the work.","I believe in systematic diagnostics before making any changes - rushing causes more problems I always verify the logs - they tell the true story of what happened Documentation is as critical as the code - future engineers will thank us I test in isolation before deploying system-wide changes Backward compatibility is sacred - never break existing installations Every error message is a clue to follow, not a roadblock I maintain the infrastructure so others can build fearlessly","bmd","bmad/bmd/agents/cli-chief.md"
+"doc-keeper","Atlas","Chief Documentation Keeper","📚","Chief Documentation Keeper - Curator of all BMAD documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and synchronization with codebase reality.","Meticulous documentation specialist with a passion for clarity and accuracy. I've maintained technical documentation for complex frameworks, kept examples synchronized with evolving codebases, and ensured developers always find current, helpful information. I observe code changes like a naturalist observes wildlife - carefully documenting behavior, noting patterns, and ensuring the written record matches reality. When code changes, documentation must follow. When developers read our docs, they should trust every word.","Nature Documentarian (David Attenborough style) - I narrate documentation work with observational precision and subtle wonder. "And here we observe the README in its natural habitat. Notice how the installation instructions have fallen out of sync with the actual CLI flow. Fascinating. Let us restore harmony to this ecosystem." I find beauty in well-organized information and treat documentation as a living system to be maintained.","I believe documentation is a contract with users - it must be trustworthy Code changes without doc updates create technical debt - always sync them Examples must execute correctly - broken examples destroy trust Cross-references must be valid - dead links are documentation rot README files are front doors - they must welcome and guide clearly API documentation should be generated, not hand-written when possible Good docs prevent issues before they happen - documentation is preventive maintenance","bmd","bmad/bmd/agents/doc-keeper.md"
+"release-chief","Commander","Chief Release Officer","🚀","Chief Release Officer - Mission Control for BMAD framework releases, version management, and deployment coordination.","Veteran launch coordinator with extensive experience in semantic versioning, release orchestration, and deployment strategies. I've successfully managed dozens of software releases from alpha to production, coordinating changelogs, git workflows, and npm publishing. I ensure every release is well-documented, properly versioned, and deployed without incident. Launch sequences are my specialty - precise, methodical, and always mission-ready.","Space Mission Control - I speak with calm precision and launch coordination energy. "T-minus 10 minutes to release. All systems go!" I coordinate releases like space missions - checklists, countdowns, go/no-go decisions. Every release is a launch sequence that must be executed flawlessly.","I believe in semantic versioning - versions must communicate intent clearly Changelogs are the historical record - they must be accurate and comprehensive Every release follows a checklist - no shortcuts, no exceptions Breaking changes require major version bumps - backward compatibility is sacred Documentation must be updated before release - never ship stale docs Git tags are immutable markers - they represent release commitments Release notes tell the story - what changed, why it matters, how to upgrade","bmd","bmad/bmd/agents/release-chief.md"

bmad/_cfg/agents/bmb-bmad-builder.customize.yaml

@@ -0,0 +1,42 @@
+# Agent Customization
+# Customize any section below - all are optional
+# After editing: npx bmad-method build <agent-name>
+
+# Override agent name
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    name: ""
+
+# Replace entire persona (not merged)
+persona:
+  role: ""
+  identity: ""
+  communication_style: ""
+  principles: []
+
+# Add custom critical actions (appended after standard config loading)
+critical_actions: []
+
+# Add persistent memories for the agent
+memories: []
+# Example:
+# memories:
+#   - "User prefers detailed technical explanations"
+#   - "Current project uses React and TypeScript"
+
+# Add custom menu items (appended to base menu)
+# Don't include * prefix or help/exit - auto-injected
+menu: []
+# Example:
+# menu:
+#   - trigger: my-workflow
+#     workflow: "{project-root}/custom/my.yaml"
+#     description: My custom workflow
+
+# Add custom prompts (for action="#id" handlers)
+prompts: []
+# Example:
+# prompts:
+# - id: my-prompt
+#   content: |
+#     Prompt instructions here

bmad/_cfg/agents/bmd-cli-chief.customize.yaml

@@ -0,0 +1,32 @@
+# Personal Customization File for Scott (CLI Chief)
+# Changes here merge with the core agent at build time
+# Experiment freely - this is your playground!
+
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    name: "" # Try nicknames! "Scotty", "Chief", etc.
+    # title: '' # Uncomment to override title
+    # icon: '' # Uncomment to try different emoji
+
+  persona:
+    role: "" # Override the role description
+    identity: "" # Add to or replace the identity
+    communication_style: "" # Switch styles anytime - try Film Noir, Zen Master, etc!
+    principles: [] # Add your own principles or override existing ones
+
+  critical_actions: []
+    # Add custom startup actions
+    # - Remember my custom preferences
+    # - Load additional context files
+
+  prompts: []
+    # Add custom prompts for special operations
+    # - id: custom-diagnostic
+    #   prompt: |
+    #     My special diagnostic routine...
+
+  menu: []
+    # Add personal commands that merge with core commands
+    # - trigger: my-custom-command
+    #   action: Do something special
+    #   description: My custom operation

bmad/_cfg/agents/bmd-doc-keeper.customize.yaml

@@ -0,0 +1,42 @@
+# Agent Customization
+# Customize any section below - all are optional
+# After editing: npx bmad-method build <agent-name>
+
+# Override agent name
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    name: ""
+
+# Replace entire persona (not merged)
+persona:
+  role: ""
+  identity: ""
+  communication_style: ""
+  principles: []
+
+# Add custom critical actions (appended after standard config loading)
+critical_actions: []
+
+# Add persistent memories for the agent
+memories: []
+# Example:
+# memories:
+#   - "User prefers detailed technical explanations"
+#   - "Current project uses React and TypeScript"
+
+# Add custom menu items (appended to base menu)
+# Don't include * prefix or help/exit - auto-injected
+menu: []
+# Example:
+# menu:
+#   - trigger: my-workflow
+#     workflow: "{project-root}/custom/my.yaml"
+#     description: My custom workflow
+
+# Add custom prompts (for action="#id" handlers)
+prompts: []
+# Example:
+# prompts:
+# - id: my-prompt
+#   content: |
+#     Prompt instructions here

bmad/_cfg/agents/bmd-release-chief.customize.yaml

@@ -0,0 +1,42 @@
+# Agent Customization
+# Customize any section below - all are optional
+# After editing: npx bmad-method build <agent-name>
+
+# Override agent name
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    name: ""
+
+# Replace entire persona (not merged)
+persona:
+  role: ""
+  identity: ""
+  communication_style: ""
+  principles: []
+
+# Add custom critical actions (appended after standard config loading)
+critical_actions: []
+
+# Add persistent memories for the agent
+memories: []
+# Example:
+# memories:
+#   - "User prefers detailed technical explanations"
+#   - "Current project uses React and TypeScript"
+
+# Add custom menu items (appended to base menu)
+# Don't include * prefix or help/exit - auto-injected
+menu: []
+# Example:
+# menu:
+#   - trigger: my-workflow
+#     workflow: "{project-root}/custom/my.yaml"
+#     description: My custom workflow
+
+# Add custom prompts (for action="#id" handlers)
+prompts: []
+# Example:
+# prompts:
+# - id: my-prompt
+#   content: |
+#     Prompt instructions here

bmad/_cfg/agents/core-bmad-master.customize.yaml

@@ -0,0 +1,42 @@
+# Agent Customization
+# Customize any section below - all are optional
+# After editing: npx bmad-method build <agent-name>
+
+# Override agent name
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    name: ""
+
+# Replace entire persona (not merged)
+persona:
+  role: ""
+  identity: ""
+  communication_style: ""
+  principles: []
+
+# Add custom critical actions (appended after standard config loading)
+critical_actions: []
+
+# Add persistent memories for the agent
+memories: []
+# Example:
+# memories:
+#   - "User prefers detailed technical explanations"
+#   - "Current project uses React and TypeScript"
+
+# Add custom menu items (appended to base menu)
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bmad/bmb/README.md

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+# BMB - BMad Builder Module
+
+The BMB (BMad Builder Module) provides specialized tools and workflows for creating, customizing, and extending BMad Method components, including custom agents, workflows, and integrations.
+
+## Module Structure
+
+### 🤖 `/agents`
+
+Builder-specific agents that help create and customize BMad Method components:
+
+- Agent creation and configuration specialists
+- Workflow designers
+- Integration builders
+
+### 📋 `/workflows`
+
+Specialized workflows for building and extending BMad Method capabilities:
+
+#### Core Builder Workflows
+
+- `create-agent` - Design and implement custom agents
+- `create-workflow` - Build new workflow definitions
+- `create-team` - Configure agent teams
+- `bundle-agent` - Package agents for distribution
+- `create-method` - Design custom development methodologies
+
+#### Integration Workflows
+
+- `integrate-tool` - Connect external tools and services
+- `create-adapter` - Build API adapters
+- `setup-environment` - Configure development environments
+
+## Key Features
+
+### Agent Builder
+
+Create custom agents with:
+
+- Role-specific instructions
+- Tool configurations
+- Behavior patterns
+- Integration points
+
+### Workflow Designer
+
+Design workflows that:
+
+- Orchestrate multiple agents
+- Define process flows
+- Handle different project scales
+- Integrate with existing systems
+
+### Team Configuration
+
+Build teams that:
+
+- Combine complementary agent skills
+- Coordinate on complex tasks
+- Share context effectively
+- Deliver cohesive results
+
+## Quick Start
+
+```bash
+# Create a new custom agent
+bmad bmb create-agent
+
+# Design a new workflow
+bmad bmb create-workflow
+
+# Bundle an agent for sharing
+bmad bmb bundle-agent
+
+# Create a custom team configuration
+bmad bmb create-team
+```
+
+## Use Cases
+
+### Custom Agent Development
+
+Build specialized agents for:
+
+- Domain-specific expertise
+- Company-specific processes
+- Tool integrations
+- Automation tasks
+
+### Workflow Customization
+
+Create workflows for:
+
+- Unique development processes
+- Compliance requirements
+- Quality gates
+- Deployment pipelines
+
+### Team Orchestration
+
+Configure teams for:
+
+- Large-scale projects
+- Cross-functional collaboration
+- Specialized domains
+- Custom methodologies
+
+## Integration with BMM
+
+BMB works alongside BMM to:
+
+- Extend core BMM capabilities
+- Create custom implementations
+- Build domain-specific solutions
+- Integrate with existing tools
+
+## Best Practices
+
+1. **Start with existing patterns** - Study BMM agents and workflows before creating new ones
+2. **Keep it modular** - Build reusable components
+3. **Document thoroughly** - Clear documentation helps others use your creations
+4. **Test extensively** - Validate agents and workflows before production use
+5. **Share and collaborate** - Contribute useful components back to the community
+
+## Related Documentation
+
+- [BMM Module](../bmm/README.md) - Core method implementation
+- [Agent Creation Guide](./workflows/create-agent/README.md) - Detailed agent building instructions
+- [Workflow Design Patterns](./workflows/README.md) - Best practices for workflow creation
+
+---
+
+BMB empowers you to extend and customize the BMad Method to fit your specific needs while maintaining the power and consistency of the core framework.

bmad/bmb/agents/bmad-builder.md

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+---
+name: 'bmad builder'
+description: 'BMad Builder'
+---
+
+You must fully embody this agent's persona and follow all activation instructions exactly as specified. NEVER break character until given an exit command.
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/bmb/agents/bmad-builder.md" name="BMad Builder" title="BMad Builder" icon="🧙">
+<activation critical="MANDATORY">
+  <step n="1">Load persona from this current agent file (already in context)</step>
+  <step n="2">🚨 IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED - BEFORE ANY OUTPUT:
+      - Load and read {project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml NOW
+      - Store ALL fields as session variables: {user_name}, {communication_language}, {output_folder}
+      - VERIFY: If config not loaded, STOP and report error to user
+      - DO NOT PROCEED to step 3 until config is successfully loaded and variables stored</step>
+  <step n="3">Remember: user's name is {user_name}</step>
+
+  <step n="4">Show greeting using {user_name} from config, communicate in {communication_language}, then display numbered list of
+      ALL menu items from menu section</step>
+  <step n="5">STOP and WAIT for user input - do NOT execute menu items automatically - accept number or trigger text</step>
+  <step n="6">On user input: Number → execute menu item[n] | Text → case-insensitive substring match | Multiple matches → ask user
+      to clarify | No match → show "Not recognized"</step>
+  <step n="7">When executing a menu item: Check menu-handlers section below - extract any attributes from the selected menu item
+      (workflow, exec, tmpl, data, action, validate-workflow) and follow the corresponding handler instructions</step>
+
+  <menu-handlers>
+      <handlers>
+  <handler type="workflow">
+    When menu item has: workflow="path/to/workflow.yaml"
+    1. CRITICAL: Always LOAD {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml
+    2. Read the complete file - this is the CORE OS for executing BMAD workflows
+    3. Pass the yaml path as 'workflow-config' parameter to those instructions
+    4. Execute workflow.xml instructions precisely following all steps
+    5. Save outputs after completing EACH workflow step (never batch multiple steps together)
+    6. If workflow.yaml path is "todo", inform user the workflow hasn't been implemented yet
+  </handler>
+    </handlers>
+  </menu-handlers>
+
+  <rules>
+    - 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>
+</activation>
+  <persona>
+    <role>Master BMad Module Agent Team and Workflow Builder and Maintainer</role>
+    <identity>Lives to serve the expansion of the BMad Method</identity>
+    <communication_style>Talks like a pulp super hero</communication_style>
+    <principles>Execute resources directly Load resources at runtime never pre-load Always present numbered lists for choices</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered menu</item>
+    <item cmd="*audit-workflow" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow/workflow.yaml">Audit existing workflows for BMAD Core compliance and best practices</item>
+    <item cmd="*convert" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy/workflow.yaml">Convert v4 or any other style task agent or template to a workflow</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-agent" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml">Create a new BMAD Core compliant agent</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-module" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module/workflow.yaml">Create a complete BMAD compatible module (custom agents and workflows)</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-workflow" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml">Create a new BMAD Core workflow with proper structure</item>
+    <item cmd="*edit-agent" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-agent/workflow.yaml">Edit existing agents while following best practices</item>
+    <item cmd="*edit-module" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-module/workflow.yaml">Edit existing modules (structure, agents, workflows, documentation)</item>
+    <item cmd="*edit-workflow" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/edit-workflow/workflow.yaml">Edit existing workflows while following best practices</item>
+    <item cmd="*redoc" workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/redoc/workflow.yaml">Create or update module documentation</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```

bmad/bmb/config.yaml

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+# BMB Module Configuration
+# Generated by BMAD installer
+# Version: 6.0.0-beta.0
+# Date: 2025-10-28T17:08:48.100Z
+
+custom_agent_location: "{project-root}/bmad/agents"
+custom_workflow_location: "{project-root}/bmad/workflows"
+custom_module_location: "{project-root}/bmad"
+
+# Core Configuration Values
+user_name: BMad
+communication_language: English
+document_output_language: English
+output_folder: "{project-root}/docs"

bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow/checklist.md

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+# Audit Workflow - Validation Checklist
+
+## Structure
+
+- [ ] workflow.yaml file loads without YAML syntax errors
+- [ ] instructions.md file exists and is properly formatted
+- [ ] template.md file exists (if document workflow) with valid markdown
+- [ ] All critical headers present in instructions (workflow engine reference, workflow.yaml reference)
+- [ ] Workflow type correctly identified (document/action/interactive/autonomous/meta)
+- [ ] All referenced files actually exist at specified paths
+- [ ] No placeholder text remains (like {TITLE}, {WORKFLOW_CODE}, TODO, etc.)
+
+## Standard Config Block
+
+- [ ] workflow.yaml contains `config_source` pointing to correct module config
+- [ ] `output_folder` pulls from `{config_source}:output_folder`
+- [ ] `user_name` pulls from `{config_source}:user_name`
+- [ ] `communication_language` pulls from `{config_source}:communication_language`
+- [ ] `date` is set to `system-generated`
+- [ ] Config source uses {project-root} variable (not hardcoded path)
+- [ ] Standard config comment present: "Critical variables from config"
+
+## Config Variable Usage
+
+- [ ] Instructions communicate in {communication_language} where appropriate
+- [ ] Instructions address {user_name} in greetings or summaries where appropriate
+- [ ] All file outputs write to {output_folder} or subdirectories (no hardcoded paths)
+- [ ] Template includes {{user_name}} in metadata (optional for document workflows)
+- [ ] Template includes {{date}} in metadata (optional for document workflows)
+- [ ] Template does NOT use {{communication_language}} in headers (agent-only variable)
+- [ ] No hardcoded language-specific text that should use {communication_language}
+- [ ] Date used for agent date awareness (not confused with training cutoff)
+
+## YAML/Instruction/Template Alignment
+
+- [ ] Every workflow.yaml variable (excluding standard config) is used in instructions OR template
+- [ ] No unused yaml fields present (bloat removed)
+- [ ] No duplicate fields between top-level and web_bundle section
+- [ ] All template variables ({{variable}}) have corresponding yaml definitions OR <template-output> tags
+- [ ] All <template-output> tags have corresponding template variables (if document workflow)
+- [ ] Template variables use snake_case naming convention
+- [ ] Variable names are descriptive (not abbreviated like {{puj}} instead of {{primary_user_journey}})
+- [ ] No hardcoded values in instructions that should be yaml variables
+
+## Web Bundle Validation (if applicable)
+
+- [ ] web_bundle section present if workflow needs deployment
+- [ ] All paths in web_bundle use bmad/-relative format (NOT {project-root})
+- [ ] No {config_source} variables in web_bundle section
+- [ ] instructions file listed in web_bundle_files array
+- [ ] template file listed in web_bundle_files (if document workflow)
+- [ ] validation/checklist file listed in web_bundle_files (if exists)
+- [ ] All data files (CSV, JSON, YAML) listed in web_bundle_files
+- [ ] All <invoke-workflow> called workflows have their .yaml files in web_bundle_files
+- [ ] **CRITICAL**: If workflow invokes other workflows, existing_workflows field is present
+- [ ] existing_workflows maps workflow variables to bmad/-relative paths correctly
+- [ ] All files referenced in instructions <action> tags listed in web_bundle_files
+- [ ] No files listed in web_bundle_files that don't exist
+- [ ] Web bundle metadata (name, description, author) matches top-level metadata
+
+## Template Validation (if document workflow)
+
+- [ ] Template variables match <template-output> tags in instructions exactly
+- [ ] All required sections present in template structure
+- [ ] Template uses {{variable}} syntax (double curly braces)
+- [ ] Template variables use snake_case (not camelCase or PascalCase)
+- [ ] Standard metadata header format correct (optional usage of {{date}}, {{user_name}})
+- [ ] No placeholders remain in template (like {SECTION_NAME})
+- [ ] Template structure matches document purpose
+
+## Instructions Quality
+
+- [ ] Each step has n="X" attribute with sequential numbering
+- [ ] Each step has goal="clear goal statement" attribute
+- [ ] Optional steps marked with optional="true"
+- [ ] Repeating steps have appropriate repeat attribute (repeat="3", repeat="for-each-X", repeat="until-approved")
+- [ ] Conditional steps have if="condition" attribute
+- [ ] XML tags used correctly (<action>, <ask>, <check>, <goto>, <invoke-workflow>, <template-output>)
+- [ ] No nested tag references in content (use "action tags" not "<action> tags")
+- [ ] Tag references use descriptive text without angle brackets for clarity
+- [ ] No conditional execution antipattern (no self-closing <check> tags)
+- [ ] Single conditionals use <action if="condition"> (inline)
+- [ ] Multiple conditionals use <check if="condition">...</check> (wrapper block with closing tag)
+- [ ] Steps are focused (single goal per step)
+- [ ] Instructions are specific with limits ("Write 1-2 paragraphs" not "Write about")
+- [ ] Examples provided where helpful
+- [ ] <template-output> tags save checkpoints for document workflows
+- [ ] Flow control is logical and clear
+
+## Bloat Detection
+
+- [ ] Bloat percentage under 10% (unused yaml fields / total fields)
+- [ ] No commented-out variables that should be removed
+- [ ] No duplicate metadata between sections
+- [ ] No variables defined but never referenced
+- [ ] No redundant configuration that duplicates web_bundle
+
+## Final Validation
+
+### Critical Issues (Must fix immediately)
+
+_List any critical issues found:_
+
+- Issue 1:
+- Issue 2:
+- Issue 3:
+
+### Important Issues (Should fix soon)
+
+_List any important issues found:_
+
+- Issue 1:
+- Issue 2:
+- Issue 3:
+
+### Cleanup Recommendations (Nice to have)
+
+_List any cleanup recommendations:_
+
+- Recommendation 1:
+- Recommendation 2:
+- Recommendation 3:
+
+---
+
+## Audit Summary
+
+**Total Checks:** 72
+**Passed:** **\_** / 72
+**Failed:** **\_** / 72
+**Pass Rate:** **\_**%
+
+**Recommendation:**
+
+- Pass Rate ≥ 95%: Excellent - Ready for production
+- Pass Rate 85-94%: Good - Minor fixes needed
+- Pass Rate 70-84%: Fair - Important issues to address
+- Pass Rate < 70%: Poor - Significant work required
+
+---
+
+**Audit Completed:** {{date}}
+**Auditor:** Audit Workflow (BMAD v6)

bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow/instructions.md

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+# Audit Workflow - Workflow Quality Audit Instructions
+
+<critical>The workflow execution engine is governed by: {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml</critical>
+<critical>You MUST have already loaded and processed: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow/workflow.yaml</critical>
+
+<workflow>
+
+  <step n="1" goal="Load and analyze target workflow">
+    <ask>What is the path to the workflow you want to audit? (provide path to workflow.yaml or workflow folder)</ask>
+
+    <action>Load the workflow.yaml file from the provided path</action>
+    <action>Identify the workflow type (document, action, interactive, autonomous, meta)</action>
+    <action>List all associated files:</action>
+
+    - instructions.md (required for most workflows)
+    - template.md (if document workflow)
+    - checklist.md (if validation exists)
+    - Any data files referenced in yaml
+
+    <action>Load all discovered files</action>
+
+    Display summary:
+
+    - Workflow name and description
+    - Type of workflow
+    - Files present
+    - Module assignment
+
+  </step>
+
+  <step n="2" goal="Validate standard config block">
+    <action>Check workflow.yaml for the standard config block:</action>
+
+    **Required variables:**
+
+    - `config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/[module]/config.yaml"`
+    - `output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"`
+    - `user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"`
+    - `communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"`
+    - `date: system-generated`
+
+    <action>Validate each variable:</action>
+
+    **Config Source Check:**
+
+    - [ ] `config_source` is defined
+    - [ ] Points to correct module config path
+    - [ ] Uses {project-root} variable
+
+    **Standard Variables Check:**
+
+    - [ ] `output_folder` pulls from config_source
+    - [ ] `user_name` pulls from config_source
+    - [ ] `communication_language` pulls from config_source
+    - [ ] `date` is set to system-generated
+
+    <action>Record any missing or incorrect config variables</action>
+    <template-output>config_issues</template-output>
+
+    <action if="config issues found">Add to issues list with severity: CRITICAL</action>
+
+  </step>
+
+  <step n="3" goal="Analyze YAML/Instruction/Template alignment">
+    <action>Extract all variables defined in workflow.yaml (excluding standard config block)</action>
+    <action>Scan instructions.md for variable usage: {variable_name} pattern</action>
+    <action>Scan template.md for variable usage: {{variable_name}} pattern (if exists)</action>
+
+    <action>Cross-reference analysis:</action>
+
+    **For each yaml variable:**
+
+    1. Is it used in instructions.md? (mark as INSTRUCTION_USED)
+    2. Is it used in template.md? (mark as TEMPLATE_USED)
+    3. Is it neither? (mark as UNUSED_BLOAT)
+
+    **Special cases to ignore:**
+
+    - Standard config variables (config_source, output_folder, user_name, communication_language, date)
+    - Workflow metadata (name, description, author)
+    - Path variables (installed_path, template, instructions, validation)
+    - Web bundle configuration (web_bundle block itself)
+
+    <action>Identify unused yaml fields (bloat)</action>
+    <action>Identify hardcoded values in instructions that should be variables</action>
+    <template-output>alignment_issues</template-output>
+
+    <action if="unused variables found">Add to issues list with severity: BLOAT</action>
+
+  </step>
+
+  <step n="4" goal="Config variable usage audit">
+    <action>Analyze instructions.md for proper config variable usage:</action>
+
+    **Communication Language Check:**
+
+    - Search for phrases like "communicate in {communication_language}"
+    - Check if greetings/responses use language-aware patterns
+    - Verify NO usage of {{communication_language}} in template headers
+
+    **User Name Check:**
+
+    - Look for user addressing patterns using {user_name}
+    - Check if summaries or greetings personalize with {user_name}
+    - Verify optional usage in template metadata (not required)
+
+    **Output Folder Check:**
+
+    - Search for file write operations
+    - Verify all outputs go to {output_folder} or subdirectories
+    - Check for hardcoded paths like "/output/" or "/generated/"
+
+    **Date Usage Check:**
+
+    - Verify date is available for agent date awareness
+    - Check optional usage in template metadata
+    - Ensure no confusion between date and model training cutoff
+
+    **Nested Tag Reference Check:**
+
+    - Search for XML tag references within tags (e.g., `<action>Scan for <action> tags</action>`)
+    - Identify patterns like: `<tag-name> tags`, `<tag-name> calls`, `<tag-name>content</tag-name>` within content
+    - Common problematic tags to check: action, ask, check, template-output, invoke-workflow, goto
+    - Flag any instances where angle brackets appear in content describing tags
+
+    **Best Practice:** Use descriptive text without brackets (e.g., "action tags" instead of "<action> tags")
+
+    **Rationale:**
+
+    - Prevents XML parsing ambiguity
+    - Improves readability for humans and LLMs
+    - LLMs understand "action tags" = `<action>` tags from context
+
+    **Conditional Execution Antipattern Check:**
+
+    - Scan for self-closing check tags: `<check>condition text</check>` (invalid antipattern)
+    - Detect pattern: check tag on one line, followed by action/ask/goto tags (indicates incorrect nesting)
+    - Flag sequences like: `<check>If X:</check>` followed by `<action>do Y</action>`
+
+    **Correct Patterns:**
+
+    - Single conditional: `<action if="condition">Do something</action>`
+    - Multiple actions: `<check if="condition">` followed by nested actions with closing `</check>` tag
+
+    **Antipattern Example (WRONG):**
+    ```xml
+    <check>If condition met:</check>
+    <action>Do something</action>
+    ```
+
+    **Correct Example:**
+    ```xml
+    <check if="condition met">
+      <action>Do something</action>
+      <action>Do something else</action>
+    </check>
+    ```
+
+    **Or for single action:**
+    ```xml
+    <action if="condition met">Do something</action>
+    ```
+
+    <action>Scan instructions.md for nested tag references using pattern: &lt;(action|ask|check|template-output|invoke-workflow|goto|step|elicit-required)&gt; within text content</action>
+    <action>Record any instances of nested tag references with line numbers</action>
+    <action>Scan instructions.md for conditional execution antipattern: self-closing check tags</action>
+    <action>Detect pattern: `&lt;check&gt;.*&lt;/check&gt;` on single line (self-closing check)</action>
+    <action>Record any antipattern instances with line numbers and suggest corrections</action>
+    <action>Record any improper config variable usage</action>
+    <template-output>config_usage_issues</template-output>
+
+    <action if="config usage issues found">Add to issues list with severity: IMPORTANT</action>
+    <action if="nested tag references found">Add to issues list with severity: CLARITY (recommend using descriptive text without angle brackets)</action>
+    <action if="conditional antipattern found">Add to issues list with severity: CRITICAL (invalid XML structure - must use action if="" or proper check wrapper)</action>
+
+  </step>
+
+  <step n="5" goal="Web bundle validation" optional="true">
+    <check if="workflow.yaml contains web_bundle section">
+
+      <action>Validate web_bundle structure:</action>
+
+      **Path Validation:**
+
+      - [ ] All paths use bmad/-relative format (NOT {project-root})
+      - [ ] No {config_source} variables in web_bundle section
+      - [ ] Paths match actual file locations
+
+      **Completeness Check:**
+
+      - [ ] instructions file listed in web_bundle_files
+      - [ ] template file listed (if document workflow)
+      - [ ] validation/checklist file listed (if exists)
+      - [ ] All data files referenced in yaml listed
+      - [ ] All files referenced in instructions listed
+
+      **Workflow Dependency Scan:**
+      <action>Scan instructions.md for invoke-workflow tags</action>
+      <action>Extract workflow paths from invocations</action>
+      <action>Verify each called workflow.yaml is in web_bundle_files</action>
+      <action>**CRITICAL**: Check if existing_workflows field is present when workflows are invoked</action>
+      <action>If invoke-workflow calls exist, existing_workflows MUST map workflow variables to paths</action>
+      <action>Example: If instructions use {core_brainstorming}, web_bundle needs: existing_workflows: - core_brainstorming: "bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml"</action>
+
+      **File Reference Scan:**
+      <action>Scan instructions.md for file references in action tags</action>
+      <action>Check for CSV, JSON, YAML, MD files referenced</action>
+      <action>Verify all referenced files are in web_bundle_files</action>
+
+      <action>Record any missing files or incorrect paths</action>
+      <template-output>web_bundle_issues</template-output>
+
+      <action if="web_bundle issues found">Add to issues list with severity: CRITICAL</action>
+
+      <action if="no web_bundle section exists">Note: "No web_bundle configured (may be intentional for local-only workflows)"</action>
+    </check>
+
+  </step>
+
+  <step n="6" goal="Bloat detection">
+    <action>Identify bloat patterns:</action>
+
+    **Unused YAML Fields:**
+
+    - Variables defined but not used in instructions OR template
+    - Duplicate fields between top-level and web_bundle section
+    - Commented-out variables that should be removed
+
+    **Hardcoded Values:**
+
+    - File paths that should use {output_folder}
+    - Generic greetings that should use {user_name}
+    - Language-specific text that should use {communication_language}
+    - Static dates that should use {date}
+
+    **Redundant Configuration:**
+
+    - Variables that duplicate web_bundle fields
+    - Metadata repeated across sections
+
+    <action>Calculate bloat metrics:</action>
+
+    - Total yaml fields: {{total_yaml_fields}}
+    - Used fields: {{used_fields}}
+    - Unused fields: {{unused_fields}}
+    - Bloat percentage: {{bloat_percentage}}%
+
+    <action>Record all bloat items with recommendations</action>
+    <template-output>bloat_items</template-output>
+
+    <action if="bloat detected">Add to issues list with severity: CLEANUP</action>
+
+  </step>
+
+  <step n="7" goal="Template variable mapping" if="workflow_type == 'document'">
+    <action>Extract all template variables from template.md: {{variable_name}} pattern</action>
+    <action>Scan instructions.md for corresponding template-output tags</action>
+
+    <action>Cross-reference mapping:</action>
+
+    **For each template variable:**
+
+    1. Is there a matching template-output tag? (mark as MAPPED)
+    2. Is it a standard config variable? (mark as CONFIG_VAR - optional)
+    3. Is it unmapped? (mark as MISSING_OUTPUT)
+
+    **For each template-output tag:**
+
+    1. Is there a matching template variable? (mark as USED)
+    2. Is it orphaned? (mark as UNUSED_OUTPUT)
+
+    <action>Verify variable naming conventions:</action>
+
+    - [ ] All template variables use snake_case
+    - [ ] Variable names are descriptive (not abbreviated)
+    - [ ] Standard config variables properly formatted
+
+    <action>Record any mapping issues</action>
+    <template-output>template_issues</template-output>
+
+    <action if="template issues found">Add to issues list with severity: IMPORTANT</action>
+
+  </step>
+
+  <step n="8" goal="Generate comprehensive audit report">
+    <action>Compile all findings and calculate summary metrics</action>
+
+    <action>Generate executive summary based on issue counts and severity levels</action>
+    <template-output>workflow_type</template-output>
+    <template-output>overall_status</template-output>
+    <template-output>critical_count</template-output>
+    <template-output>important_count</template-output>
+    <template-output>cleanup_count</template-output>
+
+    <action>Generate status summaries for each audit section</action>
+    <template-output>config_status</template-output>
+    <template-output>total_variables</template-output>
+    <template-output>instruction_usage_count</template-output>
+    <template-output>template_usage_count</template-output>
+    <template-output>bloat_count</template-output>
+
+    <action>Generate config variable usage status indicators</action>
+    <template-output>comm_lang_status</template-output>
+    <template-output>user_name_status</template-output>
+    <template-output>output_folder_status</template-output>
+    <template-output>date_status</template-output>
+    <template-output>nested_tag_count</template-output>
+
+    <action>Generate web bundle metrics</action>
+    <template-output>web_bundle_exists</template-output>
+    <template-output>web_bundle_file_count</template-output>
+    <template-output>missing_files_count</template-output>
+
+    <action>Generate bloat metrics</action>
+    <template-output>bloat_percentage</template-output>
+    <template-output>cleanup_potential</template-output>
+
+    <action>Generate template mapping metrics</action>
+    <template-output>template_var_count</template-output>
+    <template-output>mapped_count</template-output>
+    <template-output>missing_mapping_count</template-output>
+
+    <action>Compile prioritized recommendations by severity</action>
+    <template-output>critical_recommendations</template-output>
+    <template-output>important_recommendations</template-output>
+    <template-output>cleanup_recommendations</template-output>
+
+    <action>Display summary to {user_name} in {communication_language}</action>
+    <action>Provide path to full audit report: {output_folder}/audit-report-{{workflow_name}}-{{date}}.md</action>
+
+    <ask>Would you like to:
+
+    - View the full audit report
+    - Fix issues automatically (invoke edit-workflow)
+    - Audit another workflow
+    - Exit
+    </ask>
+
+  </step>
+
+</workflow>

bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow/template.md

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+# Workflow Audit Report
+
+**Workflow:** {{workflow_name}}
+**Audit Date:** {{date}}
+**Auditor:** Audit Workflow (BMAD v6)
+**Workflow Type:** {{workflow_type}}
+
+---
+
+## Executive Summary
+
+**Overall Status:** {{overall_status}}
+
+- Critical Issues: {{critical_count}}
+- Important Issues: {{important_count}}
+- Cleanup Recommendations: {{cleanup_count}}
+
+---
+
+## 1. Standard Config Block Validation
+
+{{config_issues}}
+
+**Status:** {{config_status}}
+
+---
+
+## 2. YAML/Instruction/Template Alignment
+
+{{alignment_issues}}
+
+**Variables Analyzed:** {{total_variables}}
+**Used in Instructions:** {{instruction_usage_count}}
+**Used in Template:** {{template_usage_count}}
+**Unused (Bloat):** {{bloat_count}}
+
+---
+
+## 3. Config Variable Usage & Instruction Quality
+
+{{config_usage_issues}}
+
+**Communication Language:** {{comm_lang_status}}
+**User Name:** {{user_name_status}}
+**Output Folder:** {{output_folder_status}}
+**Date:** {{date_status}}
+**Nested Tag References:** {{nested_tag_count}} instances found
+
+---
+
+## 4. Web Bundle Validation
+
+{{web_bundle_issues}}
+
+**Web Bundle Present:** {{web_bundle_exists}}
+**Files Listed:** {{web_bundle_file_count}}
+**Missing Files:** {{missing_files_count}}
+
+---
+
+## 5. Bloat Detection
+
+{{bloat_items}}
+
+**Bloat Percentage:** {{bloat_percentage}}%
+**Cleanup Potential:** {{cleanup_potential}}
+
+---
+
+## 6. Template Variable Mapping
+
+{{template_issues}}
+
+**Template Variables:** {{template_var_count}}
+**Mapped Correctly:** {{mapped_count}}
+**Missing Mappings:** {{missing_mapping_count}}
+
+---
+
+## Recommendations
+
+### Critical (Fix Immediately)
+
+{{critical_recommendations}}
+
+### Important (Address Soon)
+
+{{important_recommendations}}
+
+### Cleanup (Nice to Have)
+
+{{cleanup_recommendations}}
+
+---
+
+## Validation Checklist
+
+Use this checklist to verify fixes:
+
+- [ ] All standard config variables present and correct
+- [ ] No unused yaml fields (bloat removed)
+- [ ] Config variables used appropriately in instructions
+- [ ] Web bundle includes all dependencies
+- [ ] Template variables properly mapped
+- [ ] File structure follows v6 conventions
+
+---
+
+## Next Steps
+
+1. Review critical issues and fix immediately
+2. Address important issues in next iteration
+3. Consider cleanup recommendations for optimization
+4. Re-run audit after fixes to verify improvements
+
+---
+
+**Audit Complete** - Generated by audit-workflow v1.0

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+# Audit Workflow Configuration
+name: "audit-workflow"
+description: "Comprehensive workflow quality audit - validates structure, config standards, variable usage, bloat detection, and web_bundle completeness. Performs deep analysis of workflow.yaml, instructions.md, template.md, and web_bundle configuration against BMAD v6 standards."
+author: "BMad"
+
+# Critical variables from config
+config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml"
+output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"
+user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
+communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
+date: system-generated
+
+# Module path and component files
+installed_path: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow"
+template: "{installed_path}/template.md"
+instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions.md"
+validation: "{installed_path}/checklist.md"
+
+# Output configuration
+default_output_file: "{output_folder}/audit-report-{{workflow_name}}-{{date}}.md"
+
+standalone: true
+# Web bundle configuration

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+# Audit Workflow Configuration
+name: "audit-workflow"
+description: "Comprehensive workflow quality audit - validates structure, config standards, variable usage, bloat detection, and web_bundle completeness. Performs deep analysis of workflow.yaml, instructions.md, template.md, and web_bundle configuration against BMAD v6 standards."
+author: "BMad"
+
+# Critical variables from config
+config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml"
+output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"
+user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
+communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
+date: system-generated
+
+# Module path and component files
+installed_path: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/audit-workflow"
+template: false
+instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions.md"
+validation: "{installed_path}/checklist.md"
+
+# Output configuration
+default_output_file: "{output_folder}/audit-report-{{workflow_name}}-{{date}}.md"
+# Web bundle configuration

bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy/README.md

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+# Convert Legacy Workflow
+
+## Overview
+
+The Convert Legacy workflow is a comprehensive migration tool that converts BMAD v4 items (agents, workflows, modules) to v6 compliant format with proper structure and conventions. It bridges the gap between legacy BMAD implementations and the modern v6 architecture, ensuring seamless migration while preserving functionality and improving structure.
+
+## Key Features
+
+- **Multi-Format Detection** - Automatically identifies v4 agents, workflows, tasks, templates, and modules
+- **Intelligent Conversion** - Smart mapping from v4 patterns to v6 equivalents with structural improvements
+- **Sub-Workflow Integration** - Leverages create-agent, create-workflow, and create-module workflows for quality output
+- **Structure Modernization** - Converts YAML-based agents to XML, templates to workflows, tasks to structured workflows
+- **Path Normalization** - Updates all references to use proper v6 path conventions
+- **Validation System** - Comprehensive validation of converted items before finalization
+- **Migration Reporting** - Detailed conversion reports with locations and manual adjustment notes
+
+## Usage
+
+### Basic Invocation
+
+```bash
+workflow convert-legacy
+```
+
+### With Legacy File Input
+
+```bash
+# Convert a specific v4 item
+workflow convert-legacy --input /path/to/legacy-agent.md
+```
+
+### With Legacy Module
+
+```bash
+# Convert an entire v4 module structure
+workflow convert-legacy --input /path/to/legacy-module/
+```
+
+### Configuration
+
+The workflow uses standard BMB configuration:
+
+- **output_folder**: Where converted items will be placed
+- **user_name**: Author information for converted items
+- **conversion_mappings**: v4-to-v6 pattern mappings (optional)
+
+## Workflow Structure
+
+### Files Included
+
+```
+convert-legacy/
+├── workflow.yaml           # Configuration and metadata
+├── instructions.md         # Step-by-step conversion guide
+├── checklist.md           # Validation criteria
+└── README.md              # This file
+```
+
+## Workflow Process
+
+### Phase 1: Legacy Analysis (Steps 1-3)
+
+**Item Identification and Loading**
+
+- Accepts file path or directory from user
+- Loads complete file/folder structure for analysis
+- Automatically detects item type based on content patterns:
+  - **Agents**: Contains `<agent>` or `<prompt>` XML tags
+  - **Workflows**: Contains workflow YAML or instruction patterns
+  - **Modules**: Contains multiple organized agents/workflows
+  - **Tasks**: Contains `<task>` XML tags
+  - **Templates**: Contains YAML-based document generators
+
+**Legacy Structure Analysis**
+
+- Parses v4 structure and extracts key components
+- Maps v4 agent metadata (name, id, title, icon, persona)
+- Analyzes v4 template sections and elicitation patterns
+- Identifies task workflows and decision trees
+- Catalogs dependencies and file references
+
+**Target Module Selection**
+
+- Prompts for target module (bmm, bmb, cis, custom)
+- Determines proper installation paths using v6 conventions
+- Shows target location for user confirmation
+- Ensures all paths use `{project-root}/bmad/` format
+
+### Phase 2: Conversion Strategy (Step 4)
+
+**Strategy Selection Based on Item Type**
+
+- **Simple Agents**: Direct XML conversion with metadata mapping
+- **Complex Agents**: Workflow-assisted creation using create-agent
+- **Templates**: Template-to-workflow conversion with proper structure
+- **Tasks**: Task-to-workflow conversion with step mapping
+- **Modules**: Full module creation using create-module workflow
+
+**Workflow Type Determination**
+
+- Analyzes legacy items to determine v6 workflow type:
+  - **Document Workflow**: Generates documents with templates
+  - **Action Workflow**: Performs actions without output documents
+  - **Interactive Workflow**: Guides user interaction sessions
+  - **Meta-Workflow**: Coordinates other workflows
+
+### Phase 3: Conversion Execution (Steps 5a-5e)
+
+**Direct Agent Conversion (5a)**
+
+- Transforms v4 YAML agent format to v6 XML structure
+- Maps persona blocks (role, style, identity, principles)
+- Converts commands list to v6 `<cmds>` format
+- Updates task references to workflow invocations
+- Normalizes all paths to v6 conventions
+
+**Workflow-Assisted Creation (5b-5e)**
+
+- Extracts key information from legacy items
+- Invokes appropriate sub-workflows:
+  - `create-agent` for complex agent creation
+  - `create-workflow` for template/task conversion
+  - `create-module` for full module migration
+- Ensures proper v6 structure and conventions
+
+**Template-to-Workflow Conversion (5c)**
+
+- Converts YAML template sections to workflow steps
+- Maps `elicit: true` flags to `<invoke-task halt="true">{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/adv-elicit.xml</invoke-task>` tags
+- Transforms conditional sections to flow control
+- Creates proper template.md from content structure
+- Integrates v4 create-doc.md task patterns
+
+**Task-to-Workflow Conversion (5e)**
+
+- Analyzes task purpose to determine workflow type
+- Extracts step-by-step instructions to workflow steps
+- Converts decision trees to flow control tags
+- Maps 1-9 elicitation menus to v6 elicitation patterns
+- Preserves execution logic and critical notices
+
+### Phase 4: Validation and Finalization (Steps 6-8)
+
+**Comprehensive Validation**
+
+- Validates XML structure for agents
+- Checks YAML syntax for workflows
+- Verifies template variable consistency
+- Ensures proper file structure and naming
+
+**Migration Reporting**
+
+- Generates detailed conversion report
+- Documents original and new locations
+- Notes manual adjustments needed
+- Provides warnings and recommendations
+
+**Cleanup and Archival**
+
+- Optional archival of original v4 files
+- Final location confirmation
+- Post-conversion instructions and next steps
+
+## Output
+
+### Generated Files
+
+- **Converted Items**: Proper v6 format in target module locations
+- **Migration Report**: Detailed conversion documentation
+- **Validation Results**: Quality assurance confirmation
+
+### Output Structure
+
+Converted items follow v6 conventions:
+
+1. **Agents** - XML format with proper persona and command structure
+2. **Workflows** - Complete workflow folders with yaml, instructions, and templates
+3. **Modules** - Full module structure with installation infrastructure
+4. **Documentation** - Updated paths, references, and metadata
+
+## Requirements
+
+- **Legacy v4 Items** - Source files or directories to convert
+- **Target Module Access** - Write permissions to target module directories
+- **Sub-Workflow Availability** - create-agent, create-workflow, create-module workflows accessible
+- **Conversion Mappings** (optional) - v4-to-v6 pattern mappings for complex conversions
+
+## Best Practices
+
+### Before Starting
+
+1. **Backup Legacy Items** - Create copies of original v4 files before conversion
+2. **Review Target Module** - Understand target module structure and conventions
+3. **Plan Module Organization** - Decide where converted items should logically fit
+
+### During Execution
+
+1. **Validate Item Type Detection** - Confirm automatic detection or correct manually
+2. **Choose Appropriate Strategy** - Use workflow-assisted creation for complex items
+3. **Review Path Mappings** - Ensure all references use proper v6 path conventions
+4. **Test Incrementally** - Convert simple items first to validate process
+
+### After Completion
+
+1. **Validate Converted Items** - Test agents and workflows for proper functionality
+2. **Review Migration Report** - Address any manual adjustments noted
+3. **Update Documentation** - Ensure README and documentation reflect changes
+4. **Archive Originals** - Store v4 files safely for reference if needed
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### Common Issues
+
+**Issue**: Item type detection fails or incorrect
+
+- **Solution**: Manually specify item type when prompted
+- **Check**: Verify file structure matches expected v4 patterns
+
+**Issue**: Path conversion errors
+
+- **Solution**: Ensure all references use `{project-root}/bmad/` format
+- **Check**: Review conversion mappings for proper path patterns
+
+**Issue**: Sub-workflow invocation fails
+
+- **Solution**: Verify build workflows are available and accessible
+- **Check**: Ensure target module exists and has proper permissions
+
+**Issue**: XML or YAML syntax errors in output
+
+- **Solution**: Review conversion mappings and adjust patterns
+- **Check**: Validate converted files with appropriate parsers
+
+## Customization
+
+To customize this workflow:
+
+1. **Update Conversion Mappings** - Modify v4-to-v6 pattern mappings in data/
+2. **Extend Detection Logic** - Add new item type detection patterns
+3. **Add Conversion Strategies** - Implement specialized conversion approaches
+4. **Enhance Validation** - Add additional quality checks in validation step
+
+## Version History
+
+- **v1.0.0** - Initial release
+  - Multi-format v4 item detection and conversion
+  - Integration with create-agent, create-workflow, create-module
+  - Comprehensive path normalization
+  - Migration reporting and validation
+
+## Support
+
+For issues or questions:
+
+- Review the workflow creation guide at `/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow-creation-guide.md`
+- Check conversion mappings at `/bmad/bmb/data/v4-to-v6-mappings.yaml`
+- Validate output using `checklist.md`
+- Consult BMAD v6 documentation for proper conventions
+
+---
+
+_Part of the BMad Method v6 - BMB (Builder) Module_

bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy/checklist.md

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+# Convert Legacy - Validation Checklist
+
+## Pre-Conversion Validation
+
+### Source Analysis
+
+- [ ] Original v4 file(s) fully loaded and parsed
+- [ ] Item type correctly identified (agent/template/task/module)
+- [ ] All dependencies documented and accounted for
+- [ ] No critical content overlooked in source files
+
+## Conversion Completeness
+
+### For Agent Conversions
+
+#### Content Preservation
+
+- [ ] Agent name, id, title, and icon transferred
+- [ ] All persona elements mapped to v6 structure
+- [ ] All commands converted to v6 menu array (YAML)
+- [ ] Dependencies properly referenced or converted
+- [ ] Activation instructions adapted to v6 patterns
+
+#### v6 Compliance (YAML Format)
+
+- [ ] Valid YAML structure with proper indentation
+- [ ] agent.metadata has all required fields (id, name, title, icon, module)
+- [ ] agent.persona has all sections (role, identity, communication_style, principles)
+- [ ] agent.menu uses proper handlers (workflow, action, exec, tmpl, data)
+- [ ] agent.critical_actions array present when needed
+- [ ] agent.prompts defined for any action: "#id" references
+- [ ] File extension is .agent.yaml (will be compiled to .md later)
+
+#### Best Practices
+
+- [ ] Commands use appropriate workflow references instead of direct task calls
+- [ ] File paths use {project-root} variables
+- [ ] Config values use {config_source}: pattern
+- [ ] Agent follows naming conventions (kebab-case for files)
+- [ ] ALL paths reference {project-root}/bmad/{{module}}/ locations, NOT src/
+- [ ] exec, data, run-workflow commands point to final BMAD installation paths
+
+### For Template/Workflow Conversions
+
+#### Content Preservation
+
+- [ ] Template metadata (name, description, output) transferred
+- [ ] All sections converted to workflow steps
+- [ ] Section hierarchy maintained in instructions
+- [ ] Variables ({{var}}) preserved in template.md
+- [ ] Elicitation points (elicit: true) converted to <invoke-task halt="true">{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/adv-elicit.xml</invoke-task>
+- [ ] Conditional sections preserved with if="" attributes
+- [ ] Repeatable sections converted to repeat="" attributes
+
+#### v6 Compliance
+
+- [ ] workflow.yaml follows structure from workflow-creation-guide.md
+- [ ] instructions.md has critical headers referencing workflow engine
+- [ ] Steps numbered sequentially with clear goals
+- [ ] Template variables match between instructions and template.md
+- [ ] Proper use of XML tags (<action>, <check>, <ask>, <template-output>)
+- [ ] File structure follows v6 pattern (folder with yaml/md files)
+
+#### Best Practices
+
+- [ ] Steps are focused with single goals
+- [ ] Instructions are specific ("Write 1-2 paragraphs" not "Write about")
+- [ ] Examples provided where helpful
+- [ ] Limits set where appropriate ("3-5 items maximum")
+- [ ] Save checkpoints with <template-output> at logical points
+- [ ] Variables use descriptive snake_case names
+
+### For Task Conversions
+
+#### Content Preservation
+
+- [ ] Task logic fully captured in workflow instructions
+- [ ] Execution flow maintained
+- [ ] User interaction points preserved
+- [ ] Decision trees converted to workflow logic
+- [ ] All processing steps accounted for
+- [ ] Document generation patterns identified and preserved
+
+#### Type Determination
+
+- [ ] Workflow type correctly identified (document/action/interactive/meta)
+- [ ] If generates documents, template.md created
+- [ ] If performs actions only, marked as action workflow
+- [ ] Output patterns properly analyzed
+
+#### v6 Compliance
+
+- [ ] Converted to proper workflow format (not standalone task)
+- [ ] Follows workflow execution engine patterns
+- [ ] Interactive elements use proper v6 tags
+- [ ] Flow control uses v6 patterns (goto, check, loop)
+- [ ] 1-9 elicitation menus converted to v6 elicitation
+- [ ] Critical notices preserved in workflow.yaml
+- [ ] YOLO mode converted to appropriate v6 patterns
+
+### Module-Level Validation
+
+#### Structure
+
+- [ ] Module follows v6 directory structure
+- [ ] All components in correct locations:
+  - Agents in /agents/
+  - Workflows in /workflows/
+  - Data files in appropriate locations
+- [ ] Config files properly formatted
+
+#### Integration
+
+- [ ] Cross-references between components work
+- [ ] Workflow invocations use correct paths
+- [ ] Data file references are valid
+- [ ] No broken dependencies
+
+## Technical Validation
+
+### Syntax and Format
+
+- [ ] YAML files have valid syntax (no parsing errors)
+- [ ] XML structures properly formed and closed
+- [ ] Markdown files render correctly
+- [ ] File encoding is UTF-8
+- [ ] Line endings consistent (LF)
+
+### Path Resolution
+
+- [ ] All file paths resolve correctly
+- [ ] Variable substitutions work ({project-root}, {installed_path}, etc.)
+- [ ] Config references load properly
+- [ ] No hardcoded absolute paths (unless intentional)
+
+## Functional Validation
+
+### Execution Testing
+
+- [ ] Converted item can be loaded without errors
+- [ ] Agents activate properly when invoked
+- [ ] Workflows execute through completion
+- [ ] User interaction points function correctly
+- [ ] Output generation works as expected
+
+### Behavioral Validation
+
+- [ ] Converted item behaves similarly to v4 version
+- [ ] Core functionality preserved
+- [ ] User experience maintains or improves
+- [ ] No functionality regression
+
+## Documentation and Cleanup
+
+### Documentation
+
+- [ ] Conversion report generated with all changes
+- [ ] Any manual adjustments documented
+- [ ] Known limitations or differences noted
+- [ ] Migration instructions provided if needed
+
+### Post-Conversion
+
+- [ ] Original v4 files archived (if requested)
+- [ ] File permissions set correctly
+- [ ] Git tracking updated if applicable
+- [ ] User informed of new locations
+
+## Final Verification
+
+### Quality Assurance
+
+- [ ] Converted item follows ALL v6 best practices
+- [ ] Code/config is clean and maintainable
+- [ ] No TODO or FIXME items remain
+- [ ] Ready for production use
+
+### User Acceptance
+
+- [ ] User reviewed conversion output
+- [ ] User tested basic functionality
+- [ ] User approved final result
+- [ ] Any user feedback incorporated
+
+## Notes Section
+
+### Conversion Issues Found:
+
+_List any issues encountered during validation_
+
+### Manual Interventions Required:
+
+_Document any manual fixes needed_
+
+### Recommendations:
+
+_Suggestions for further improvements or considerations_
+
+---
+
+**Validation Result:** [ ] PASSED / [ ] FAILED
+
+**Validator:** {{user_name}}
+**Date:** {{date}}
+**Items Converted:** {{conversion_summary}}

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+# Convert Legacy - v4 to v6 Conversion Instructions
+
+<critical>The workflow execution engine is governed by: {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml</critical>
+<parameter name="You MUST have already loaded and processed: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy/workflow.yaml</critical>
+<critical>Communicate in {communication_language} throughout the conversion process</critical>
+
+<workflow>
+
+<step n="1" goal="Identify and Load Legacy Item">
+<action>Ask user for the path to the v4 item to convert (agent, workflow, or module)</action>
+<action>Load the complete file/folder structure</action>
+<action>Detect item type based on structure and content patterns:</action>
+  - Agent: Contains agent or prompt XML tags, single file
+  - Workflow: Contains workflow YAML or instruction patterns, usually folder
+  - Module: Contains multiple agents/workflows in organized structure
+  - Task: Contains task XML tags
+<ask>Confirm detected type or allow user to correct: "Detected as [type]. Is this correct? (y/n)"</ask>
+</step>
+
+<step n="2" goal="Analyze Legacy Structure">
+<action>Parse the v4 structure and extract key components:</action>
+
+For v4 Agents (YAML-based in markdown):
+
+- Agent metadata (name, id, title, icon, whenToUse)
+- Persona block (role, style, identity, focus, core_principles)
+- Commands list with task/template references
+- Dependencies (tasks, templates, checklists, data files)
+- Activation instructions and workflow rules
+- IDE file resolution patterns
+
+For v4 Templates (YAML-based document generators):
+
+- Template metadata (id, name, version, output)
+- Workflow mode and elicitation settings
+- Sections hierarchy with:
+  - Instructions for content generation
+  - Elicit flags for user interaction
+  - Templates with {{variables}}
+  - Conditional sections
+  - Repeatable sections
+
+For v4 Tasks (Markdown with execution instructions):
+
+- Critical execution notices
+- Step-by-step workflows
+- Elicitation requirements (1-9 menu format)
+- Processing flows and decision trees
+- Agent permission rules
+
+For Modules:
+
+- Module metadata
+- Component list (agents, workflows, tasks)
+- Dependencies
+- Installation requirements
+
+<action>Create a conversion map of what needs to be transformed</action>
+<action>Map v4 patterns to v6 equivalents:
+
+- v4 Task + Template → v6 Workflow (folder with workflow.yaml, instructions.md, template.md)
+- v4 Agent YAML → v6 Agent YAML format
+- v4 Commands → v6 <menu> with proper handlers
+- v4 Dependencies → v6 workflow references or data files
+  </action>
+  </step>
+
+<step n="3" goal="Determine Target Module and Location">
+<ask>Which module should this belong to? (eg. bmm, bmb, cis, bmm-legacy, or custom)</ask>
+<action if="custom module"><ask>Enter custom module code (kebab-case):</ask></action>
+<action>Determine installation path based on type and module</action>
+<critical>IMPORTANT: All paths must use final BMAD installation locations, not src paths!</critical>
+<action>Show user the target location: {project-root}/bmad/{{target_module}}/{{item_type}}/{{item_name}}</action>
+<action>Note: Files will be created in bmad/ but all internal paths will reference {project-root}/bmad/ locations</action>
+<ask>Proceed with this location? (y/n)</ask>
+</step>
+
+<step n="4" goal="Choose Conversion Strategy">
+<action>Based on item type and complexity, choose approach:</action>
+
+<check if="agent conversion">
+  <check if="simple agent (basic persona + commands)">
+    <action>Use direct conversion to v6 agent YAML format</action>
+    <goto step="5a">Direct Agent Conversion</goto>
+  </check>
+  <check if="complex agent with embedded workflows">
+    <action>Plan to invoke create-agent workflow</action>
+    <goto step="5b">Workflow-Assisted Agent Creation</goto>
+  </check>
+</check>
+
+<check if="template or task conversion to workflow">
+  <action>Analyze the v4 item to determine workflow type:</action>
+
+- Does it generate a specific document type? → Document workflow
+- Does it produce structured output files? → Document workflow
+- Does it perform actions without output? → Action workflow
+- Does it coordinate other tasks? → Meta-workflow
+- Does it guide user interaction? → Interactive workflow
+
+<ask>Based on analysis, this appears to be a {{detected_workflow_type}} workflow. Confirm or correct:
+
+1. Document workflow (generates documents with template)
+2. Action workflow (performs actions, no template)
+3. Interactive workflow (guided session)
+4. Meta-workflow (coordinates other workflows)
+   Select 1-4:</ask>
+
+<action if="template conversion"><goto step="5c">Template-to-Workflow Conversion</goto></action>
+<action if="task conversion"><goto step="5e">Task-to-Workflow Conversion</goto></action>
+</check>
+
+<check if="full module conversion">
+  <action>Plan to invoke create-module workflow</action>
+  <goto step="5d">Module Creation</goto>
+</check>
+</step>
+
+<step n="5a" goal="Direct Agent Conversion" optional="true">
+<action>Transform v4 YAML agent to v6 YAML format:</action>
+
+1. Convert agent metadata structure:
+   - v4 `agent.name` → v6 `agent.metadata.name`
+   - v4 `agent.id` → v6 `agent.metadata.id`
+   - v4 `agent.title` → v6 `agent.metadata.title`
+   - v4 `agent.icon` → v6 `agent.metadata.icon`
+   - Add v6 `agent.metadata.module` field
+
+2. Transform persona structure:
+   - v4 `persona.role` → v6 `agent.persona.role` (keep as YAML string)
+   - v4 `persona.style` → v6 `agent.persona.communication_style`
+   - v4 `persona.identity` → v6 `agent.persona.identity`
+   - v4 `persona.core_principles` → v6 `agent.persona.principles` (as array)
+
+3. Convert commands to menu:
+   - v4 `commands:` list → v6 `agent.menu:` array
+   - Each command becomes menu item with:
+     - `trigger:` (without \* prefix - added at build)
+     - `description:`
+     - Handler attributes (`workflow:`, `exec:`, `action:`, etc.)
+   - Map task references to workflow paths
+   - Map template references to workflow invocations
+
+4. Add v6-specific sections (in YAML):
+   - `agent.prompts:` array for inline prompts (if using action: "#id")
+   - `agent.critical_actions:` array for startup requirements
+   - `agent.activation_rules:` for universal agent rules
+
+5. Handle dependencies and paths:
+   - Convert task dependencies to workflow references
+   - Map template dependencies to v6 workflows
+   - Preserve checklist and data file references
+   - CRITICAL: All paths must use {project-root}/bmad/{{module}}/ NOT src/
+
+<action>Generate the converted v6 agent YAML file (.agent.yaml)</action>
+<action>Example path conversions:
+
+- exec="{project-root}/bmad/{{target_module}}/tasks/task-name.md"
+- run-workflow="{project-root}/bmad/{{target_module}}/workflows/workflow-name/workflow.yaml"
+- data="{project-root}/bmad/{{target_module}}/data/data-file.yaml"
+  </action>
+  <action>Save to: bmad/{{target_module}}/agents/{{agent_name}}.agent.yaml (physical location)</action>
+  <action>Note: The build process will later compile this to .md with XML format</action>
+  <goto step="6">Continue to Validation</goto>
+  </step>
+
+<step n="5b" goal="Workflow-Assisted Agent Creation" optional="true">
+<action>Extract key information from v4 agent:</action>
+- Name and purpose
+- Commands and functionality
+- Persona traits
+- Any special behaviors
+
+<invoke-workflow>
+  workflow: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml
+  inputs:
+    - agent_name: {{extracted_name}}
+    - agent_purpose: {{extracted_purpose}}
+    - commands: {{extracted_commands}}
+    - persona: {{extracted_persona}}
+</invoke-workflow>
+
+<goto step="6">Continue to Validation</goto>
+</step>
+
+<step n="5c" goal="Template-to-Workflow Conversion" optional="true">
+<action>Convert v4 Template (YAML) to v6 Workflow:</action>
+
+1. Extract template metadata:
+   - Template id, name, version → workflow.yaml name/description
+   - Output settings → default_output_file
+   - Workflow mode (interactive/yolo) → workflow settings
+
+2. Convert template sections to instructions.md:
+   - Each YAML section → workflow step
+   - `elicit: true` → `<invoke-task halt="true">{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/adv-elicit.xml</invoke-task>` tag
+   - Conditional sections → `if="condition"` attribute
+   - Repeatable sections → `repeat="for-each"` attribute
+   - Section instructions → step content
+
+3. Extract template structure to template.md:
+   - Section content fields → template structure
+   - {{variables}} → preserve as-is
+   - Nested sections → hierarchical markdown
+
+4. Handle v4 create-doc.md task integration:
+   - Elicitation methods (1-9 menu) → convert to v6 elicitation
+   - Agent permissions → note in instructions
+   - Processing flow → integrate into workflow steps
+
+<critical>When invoking create-workflow, the standard config block will be automatically added:</critical>
+
+```yaml
+# Critical variables from config
+config_source: '{project-root}/bmad/{{target_module}}/config.yaml'
+output_folder: '{config_source}:output_folder'
+user_name: '{config_source}:user_name'
+communication_language: '{config_source}:communication_language'
+date: system-generated
+```
+
+<invoke-workflow>
+  workflow: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml
+  inputs:
+    - workflow_name: {{template_name}}
+    - workflow_type: document
+    - template_structure: {{extracted_template}}
+    - instructions: {{converted_sections}}
+</invoke-workflow>
+
+<action>Verify the created workflow.yaml includes standard config block</action>
+<action>Update converted instructions to use config variables where appropriate</action>
+
+<goto step="6">Continue to Validation</goto>
+</step>
+
+<step n="5d" goal="Module Creation" optional="true">
+<action>Analyze module structure and components</action>
+<action>Create module blueprint with all components</action>
+
+<invoke-workflow>
+  workflow: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module/workflow.yaml
+  inputs:
+    - module_name: {{module_name}}
+    - components: {{component_list}}
+</invoke-workflow>
+
+<goto step="6">Continue to Validation</goto>
+</step>
+
+<step n="5e" goal="Task-to-Workflow Conversion" optional="true">
+<action>Convert v4 Task (Markdown) to v6 Workflow:</action>
+
+1. Analyze task purpose and output:
+   - Does it generate documents? → Create template.md
+   - Does it process data? → Action workflow
+   - Does it guide user interaction? → Interactive workflow
+   - Check for file outputs, templates, or document generation
+
+2. Extract task components:
+   - Execution notices and critical rules → workflow.yaml metadata
+   - Step-by-step instructions → instructions.md steps
+   - Decision trees and branching → flow control tags
+   - User interaction patterns → appropriate v6 tags
+
+3. Based on confirmed workflow type:
+   <check if="Document workflow">
+   - Create template.md from output patterns
+   - Map generation steps to instructions
+   - Add template-output tags for sections
+     </check>
+
+   <check if="Action workflow">
+     - Set template: false in workflow.yaml
+     - Focus on action sequences in instructions
+     - Preserve execution logic
+   </check>
+
+4. Handle special v4 patterns:
+   - 1-9 elicitation menus → v6 <invoke-task halt="true">{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/adv-elicit.xml</invoke-task>
+   - Agent permissions → note in instructions
+   - YOLO mode → autonomous flag or optional steps
+   - Critical notices → workflow.yaml comments
+
+<critical>When invoking create-workflow, the standard config block will be automatically added:</critical>
+
+```yaml
+# Critical variables from config
+config_source: '{project-root}/bmad/{{target_module}}/config.yaml'
+output_folder: '{config_source}:output_folder'
+user_name: '{config_source}:user_name'
+communication_language: '{config_source}:communication_language'
+date: system-generated
+```
+
+<invoke-workflow>
+  workflow: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml
+  inputs:
+    - workflow_name: {{task_name}}
+    - workflow_type: {{confirmed_workflow_type}}
+    - instructions: {{extracted_task_logic}}
+    - template: {{generated_template_if_document}}
+</invoke-workflow>
+
+<action>Verify the created workflow.yaml includes standard config block</action>
+<action>Update converted instructions to use config variables where appropriate</action>
+
+<goto step="6">Continue to Validation</goto>
+</step>
+
+<step n="6" goal="Validate Conversion">
+<action>Run validation checks on converted item:</action>
+
+For Agents:
+
+- [ ] Valid YAML structure (.agent.yaml)
+- [ ] All required sections present (metadata, persona, menu)
+- [ ] Menu items properly formatted (trigger, description, handlers)
+- [ ] Paths use {project-root} variables
+
+For Workflows:
+
+- [ ] Valid YAML syntax
+- [ ] Instructions follow v6 conventions
+- [ ] Template variables match
+- [ ] File structure correct
+
+**Standard Config Validation (Workflows):**
+
+- [ ] workflow.yaml contains standard config block:
+  - config_source defined
+  - output_folder, user_name, communication_language pulled from config
+  - date set to system-generated
+- [ ] Converted instructions use config variables where appropriate
+- [ ] Template includes config variables in metadata (if document workflow)
+- [ ] No hardcoded paths that should use {output_folder}
+- [ ] No generic greetings that should use {user_name}
+
+For Modules:
+
+- [ ] All components converted
+- [ ] Proper folder structure
+- [ ] Config files valid
+- [ ] Installation ready
+
+<action>Show validation results to user</action>
+<ask>Any issues to fix before finalizing? (y/n)</ask>
+<check if="yes">
+<action>Address specific issues</action>
+<goto step="6">Re-validate</goto>
+</check>
+</step>
+
+<step n="7" goal="Migration Report">
+<action>Generate conversion report showing:</action>
+- Original v4 location
+- New v6 location
+- Items converted
+- Any manual adjustments needed
+- Warnings or notes
+
+<action>Save report to: {output_folder}/conversion-report-{{date}}.md</action>
+<action>Inform {user_name} in {communication_language} that the conversion report has been generated</action>
+</step>
+
+<step n="8" goal="Cleanup and Finalize">
+<ask>Archive original v4 files? (y/n)</ask>
+<action if="yes">Move v4 files to: {project-root}/archive/v4-legacy/{{date}}/</action>
+
+<action>Show user the final converted items and their locations</action>
+<action>Provide any post-conversion instructions or recommendations</action>
+
+<ask>Would you like to convert another legacy item? (y/n)</ask>
+<action if="yes"><goto step="1">Start new conversion</goto></action>
+</step>
+
+</workflow>

bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy/workflow.yaml

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+# Convert Legacy - BMAD v4 to v6 Converter Configuration
+name: "convert-legacy"
+description: "Converts legacy BMAD v4 or similar items (agents, workflows, modules) to BMad Core compliant format with proper structure and conventions"
+author: "BMad"
+
+# Critical variables load from config_source
+config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml"
+output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"
+user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
+communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
+date: system-generated
+
+# Optional docs that can be provided as input
+recommended_inputs:
+  - legacy_file: "Path to v4 agent, workflow, or module to convert"
+
+# Module path and component files
+installed_path: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/convert-legacy"
+template: false # This is an action/meta workflow - no template needed
+instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions.md"
+validation: "{installed_path}/checklist.md"
+
+# Output configuration - Creates converted items in appropriate module locations
+default_output_folder: "{project-root}/bmad/{{target_module}}/{{item_type}}/{{item_name}}"
+
+# Sub-workflows that may be invoked for conversion
+sub_workflows:
+  - create_agent: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml"
+  - create_workflow: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml"
+  - create_module: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module/workflow.yaml"
+
+standalone: true

bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/README.md

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+# Build Agent
+
+## Overview
+
+The Build Agent workflow is an interactive agent builder that guides you through creating BMAD Core compliant agents as YAML source files that compile to final `.md` during install. It supports three agent types: Simple (self-contained), Expert (with sidecar resources), and Module (full-featured with workflows).
+
+## Key Features
+
+- **Optional Brainstorming**: Creative ideation session before agent building to explore concepts and personalities
+- **Three Agent Types**: Simple, Expert, and Module agents with appropriate structures
+- **Persona Development**: Guided creation of role, identity, communication style, and principles
+- **Command Builder**: Interactive command definition with workflow/task/action patterns
+- **Validation Built-In**: Ensures YAML structure and BMAD Core compliance
+- **Customize Support**: Optional `customize.yaml` for persona/menu overrides and critical actions
+- **Sidecar Resources**: Setup for Expert agents with domain-specific data
+
+## Usage
+
+### Basic Invocation
+
+```bash
+workflow create-agent
+```
+
+### Through BMad Builder Agent
+
+```
+*create-agent
+```
+
+### With Brainstorming Session
+
+The workflow includes an optional brainstorming phase (Step -1) that helps you explore agent concepts, personalities, and capabilities before building. This is particularly useful when you have a vague idea and want to develop it into a concrete agent concept.
+
+### What You'll Be Asked
+
+0. **Optional brainstorming** (vague idea → refined concept)
+1. Agent type (Simple, Expert, or Module)
+2. Basic identity (name, title, icon, filename)
+3. Module assignment (for Module agents)
+4. Sidecar resources (for Expert agents)
+5. Persona elements (role, identity, style, principles)
+6. Commands and their implementations
+7. Critical actions (optional)
+8. Activation rules (optional, rarely needed)
+
+## Workflow Structure
+
+### Files Included
+
+```
+create-agent/
+├── workflow.yaml                  # Configuration
+├── instructions.md                # Step-by-step guide
+├── checklist.md                   # Validation criteria
+├── README.md                      # This file
+├── agent-types.md                 # Agent type documentation
+├── agent-architecture.md          # Architecture patterns
+├── agent-command-patterns.md      # Command patterns reference
+└── communication-styles.md        # Style examples
+```
+
+## Workflow Process
+
+### Phase 0: Optional Brainstorming (Step -1)
+
+- Creative ideation session using diverse brainstorming techniques
+- Explore agent concepts, personalities, and capabilities
+- Generate character ideas, expertise areas, and command concepts
+- Output feeds directly into agent identity and persona development
+
+### Phase 1: Agent Setup (Steps 0-2)
+
+- Load agent building documentation and patterns
+- Choose agent type (Simple/Expert/Module)
+- Define basic identity (name, title, icon, filename) - informed by brainstorming if completed
+- Assign to module (for Module agents)
+
+### Phase 2: Persona Development (Steps 2-3)
+
+- Define role and responsibilities - leveraging brainstorming insights if available
+- Craft unique identity and backstory
+- Select communication style - can use brainstormed personality concepts
+- Establish guiding principles
+- Add critical actions (optional)
+
+### Phase 3: Command Building (Step 4)
+
+- Add *help and *exit commands (required)
+- Define workflow commands (most common)
+- Add task commands (for single operations)
+- Create action commands (inline logic)
+- Configure command attributes
+
+### Phase 4: Finalization (Steps 5-10)
+
+- Confirm activation behavior (mostly automatic)
+- Generate `.agent.yaml` file
+- Optionally create a customize file for overrides
+- Setup sidecar resources (for Expert agents)
+- Validate YAML and compile to `.md`
+- Provide usage instructions
+
+## Output
+
+### Generated Files
+
+#### For Standalone Agents (not part of a module)
+
+- **YAML Source**: `{custom_agent_location}/{{agent_filename}}.agent.yaml` (default: `bmad/agents/`)
+- **Installation Location**: `{project-root}/bmad/agents/{{agent_filename}}.md`
+- **Compilation**: Run the BMAD Method installer and select "Compile Agents (Quick rebuild of all agent .md files)"
+
+#### For Module Agents
+
+- **YAML Source**: `src/modules/{{target_module}}/agents/{{agent_filename}}.agent.yaml`
+- **Installation Location**: `{project-root}/bmad/{{module}}/agents/{{agent_filename}}.md`
+- **Compilation**: Automatic during module installation
+
+### YAML Agent Structure (simplified)
+
+```yaml
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    id: bmad/{{module}}/agents/{{agent_filename}}.md
+    name: { { agent_name } }
+    title: { { agent_title } }
+    icon: { { agent_icon } }
+    module: { { module } }
+  persona:
+    role: '...'
+    identity: '...'
+    communication_style: '...'
+    principles: ['...', '...']
+  menu:
+    - trigger: example
+      workflow: '{project-root}/path/to/workflow.yaml'
+      description: Do the thing
+```
+
+### Optional Customize File
+
+If created, generates at:
+`{project-root}/bmad/_cfg/agents/{{module}}-{{agent_filename}}.customize.yaml`
+
+## Installation and Compilation
+
+### Agent Installation Locations
+
+Agents are installed to different locations based on their type:
+
+1. **Standalone Agents** (not part of a module)
+   - Source: Created in your custom agent location (default: `bmad/agents/`)
+   - Installed to: `{project-root}/bmad/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/`
+   - Installed to: `{project-root}/bmad/{module}/agents/`
+   - Compilation: Automatic during module installation
+
+### Compilation Process
+
+The installer compiles YAML agent definitions to Markdown:
+
+```bash
+# For standalone agents
+npm run build:agents
+
+# For all BMad components (includes agents)
+npm run install:bmad
+
+# Using the installer menu
+npm run installer
+# Then select: Compile Agents
+```
+
+### Build Commands
+
+Additional build commands for agent management:
+
+```bash
+# Build specific agent types
+npx bmad-method build:agents        # Build standalone agents
+npx bmad-method build:modules        # Build module agents (with modules)
+
+# Full rebuild
+npx bmad-method build:all           # Rebuild everything
+```
+
+## Requirements
+
+- BMAD Core v6 project structure
+- Module to host the agent (for Module agents)
+- Understanding of agent purpose and commands
+- Workflows/tasks to reference in commands (or mark as "todo")
+
+## Brainstorming Integration
+
+The optional brainstorming phase (Step -1) provides a seamless path from vague idea to concrete agent concept:
+
+### When to Use Brainstorming
+
+- **Vague concept**: "I want an agent that helps with data stuff"
+- **Creative exploration**: Want to discover unique personality and approach
+- **Team building**: Creating agents for a module with specific roles
+- **Character development**: Need to flesh out agent personality and voice
+
+### Brainstorming Flow
+
+1. **Step -1**: Optional brainstorming session
+   - Uses CIS brainstorming workflow with agent-specific context
+   - Explores identity, personality, expertise, and command concepts
+   - Generates detailed character and capability ideas
+
+2. **Steps 0-2**: Agent setup informed by brainstorming
+   - Brainstorming output guides agent type selection
+   - Character concepts inform basic identity choices
+   - Personality insights shape persona development
+
+3. **Seamless transition**: Vague idea → brainstormed concept → built agent
+
+### Key Principle
+
+Users can go from **vague idea → brainstormed concept → built agent** in one continuous flow, with brainstorming output directly feeding into agent development.
+
+## Best Practices
+
+### Before Starting
+
+1. Review example agents in `/bmad/bmm/agents/` for patterns
+2. Consider using brainstorming if you have a vague concept to develop
+3. Have a clear vision of the agent's role and personality (or use brainstorming to develop it)
+4. List the commands/capabilities the agent will need
+5. Identify any workflows or tasks the agent will invoke
+
+### During Execution
+
+1. **Agent Names**: Use memorable names that reflect personality
+2. **Icons**: Choose an emoji that represents the agent's role
+3. **Persona**: Make it distinct and consistent with communication style
+4. **Commands**: Use kebab-case, start custom commands with letter (not \*)
+5. **Workflows**: Reference existing workflows or mark as "todo" to implement later
+
+### After Completion
+
+1. **Compile the agent**:
+   - For standalone agents: Run `npm run build:agents` or use the installer menu
+   - For module agents: Automatic during module installation
+2. **Test the agent**: Use the compiled `.md` agent in your IDE
+3. **Implement placeholders**: Complete any "todo" workflows referenced
+4. **Refine as needed**: Use customize file for persona adjustments
+5. **Evolve over time**: Add new commands as requirements emerge
+
+## Agent Types
+
+### Simple Agent
+
+- **Best For**: Self-contained utilities, simple assistants
+- **Characteristics**: Embedded logic, no external dependencies
+- **Example**: Calculator agent, random picker, simple formatter
+
+### Expert Agent
+
+- **Best For**: Domain-specific agents with data/memory
+- **Characteristics**: Sidecar folders, domain restrictions, memory files
+- **Example**: Diary keeper, project journal, personal knowledge base
+
+### Module Agent
+
+- **Best For**: Full-featured agents with workflows
+- **Characteristics**: Part of module, commands invoke workflows
+- **Example**: Product manager, architect, research assistant
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### Issue: Agent won't load
+
+- **Solution**: Validate XML structure is correct
+- **Check**: Ensure all required tags present (persona, cmds)
+
+### Issue: Commands don't work
+
+- **Solution**: Verify workflow paths are correct or marked "todo"
+- **Check**: Test workflow invocation separately first
+
+### Issue: Persona feels generic
+
+- **Solution**: Review communication styles guide
+- **Check**: Make identity unique and specific to role
+
+## Customization
+
+To modify agent building process:
+
+1. Edit `instructions.md` to change steps
+2. Update `agent-types.md` to add new agent patterns
+3. Modify `agent-command-patterns.md` for new command types
+4. Edit `communication-styles.md` to add personality examples
+
+## Version History
+
+- **v6.0.0** - BMAD Core v6 compatible
+  - Three agent types (Simple/Expert/Module)
+  - Enhanced persona development
+  - Command pattern library
+  - Validation framework
+
+## Support
+
+For issues or questions:
+
+- Review example agents in `/bmad/bmm/agents/`
+- Check agent documentation in this workflow folder
+- Test with simple agents first, then build complexity
+- Consult BMAD Method v6 documentation
+
+---
+
+_Part of the BMad Method v6 - BMB (BMad Builder) Module_

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+# BMAD Agent Architecture Reference
+
+_LLM-Optimized Technical Documentation for Agent Building_
+
+## Core Agent Structure
+
+### Minimal Valid Agent
+
+```xml
+<!-- Powered by BMAD-CORE™ -->
+
+# Agent Name
+
+<agent id="path/to/agent.md" name="Name" title="Title" icon="🤖">
+  <persona>
+    <role>My primary function</role>
+    <identity>My background and expertise</identity>
+    <communication_style>How I interact</communication_style>
+    <principles>My core beliefs and methodology</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered menu</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+## Agent XML Schema
+
+### Root Element: `<agent>`
+
+**Required Attributes:**
+
+- `id` - Unique path identifier (e.g., "bmad/bmm/agents/analyst.md")
+- `name` - Agent's name (e.g., "Mary", "John", "Helper")
+- `title` - Professional title (e.g., "Business Analyst", "Security Engineer")
+- `icon` - Single emoji representing the agent
+
+### Core Sections
+
+#### 1. Persona Section (REQUIRED)
+
+```xml
+<persona>
+  <role>1-2 sentences: Professional title and primary expertise, use first-person voice</role>
+  <identity>2-5 sentences: Background, experience, specializations, use first-person voice</identity>
+  <communication_style>1-3 sentences: Interaction approach, tone, quirks, use first-person voice</communication_style>
+  <principles>2-5 sentences: Core beliefs, methodology, philosophy, use first-person voice</principles>
+</persona>
+```
+
+**Best Practices:**
+
+- Role: Be specific about expertise area
+- Identity: Include experience indicators (years, depth)
+- Communication: Describe HOW they interact, not just tone and quirks
+- Principles: Start with "I believe" or "I operate" for first-person voice
+
+#### 2. Critical Actions Section
+
+```xml
+<critical-actions>
+  <i>Load into memory {project-root}/bmad/{module}/config.yaml and set variables</i>
+  <i>Remember the users name is {user_name}</i>
+  <i>ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}</i>
+  <!-- Custom initialization actions -->
+</critical-actions>
+```
+
+**For Expert Agents with Sidecars (CRITICAL):**
+
+```xml
+<critical-actions>
+  <!-- CRITICAL: Load sidecar files FIRST -->
+  <i critical="MANDATORY">Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/instructions.md and follow ALL directives</i>
+  <i critical="MANDATORY">Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/memories.md into permanent context</i>
+  <i critical="MANDATORY">You MUST follow all rules in instructions.md on EVERY interaction</i>
+
+  <!-- Standard initialization -->
+  <i>Load into memory {project-root}/bmad/{module}/config.yaml and set variables</i>
+  <i>Remember the users name is {user_name}</i>
+  <i>ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}</i>
+
+  <!-- Domain restrictions -->
+  <i>ONLY read/write files in {user-folder}/diary/ - NO OTHER FOLDERS</i>
+</critical-actions>
+```
+
+**Common Patterns:**
+
+- Config loading for module agents
+- User context initialization
+- Language preferences
+- **Sidecar file loading (Expert agents) - MUST be explicit and CRITICAL**
+- **Domain restrictions (Expert agents) - MUST be enforced**
+
+#### 3. Menu Section (REQUIRED)
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*trigger" [attributes]>Description</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+**Command Attributes:**
+
+- `run-workflow="{path}"` - Executes a workflow
+- `exec="{path}"` - Executes a task
+- `tmpl="{path}"` - Template reference
+- `data="{path}"` - Data file reference
+
+**Required Menu Items:**
+
+- `*help` - Always first, shows command list
+- `*exit` - Always last, exits agent
+
+## Advanced Agent Patterns
+
+### Activation Rules (OPTIONAL)
+
+```xml
+<activation critical="true">
+  <initialization critical="true" sequential="MANDATORY">
+    <step n="1">Load configuration</step>
+    <step n="2">Apply overrides</step>
+    <step n="3">Execute critical actions</step>
+    <step n="4" critical="BLOCKING">Show greeting with menu</step>
+    <step n="5" critical="BLOCKING">AWAIT user input</step>
+  </initialization>
+  <command-resolution critical="true">
+    <rule>Numeric input → Execute command at cmd_map[n]</rule>
+    <rule>Text input → Fuzzy match against commands</rule>
+  </command-resolution>
+</activation>
+```
+
+### Expert Agent Sidecar Pattern
+
+```xml
+<!-- DO NOT use sidecar-resources tag - Instead use critical-actions -->
+<!-- Sidecar files MUST be loaded explicitly in critical-actions -->
+
+<!-- Example Expert Agent with Diary domain -->
+<agent id="diary-keeper" name="Personal Assistant" title="Diary Keeper" icon="📔">
+  <critical-actions>
+    <!-- MANDATORY: Load all sidecar files -->
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/diary-rules.md</i>
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/user-memories.md</i>
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">Follow ALL rules from diary-rules.md</i>
+
+    <!-- Domain restriction -->
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">ONLY access files in {user-folder}/diary/</i>
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">NEVER access files outside diary folder</i>
+  </critical-actions>
+
+  <persona>...</persona>
+  <menu>...</menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+### Module Agent Integration
+
+```xml
+<module-integration>
+  <module-path>{project-root}/bmad/{module-code}</module-path>
+  <config-source>{module-path}/config.yaml</config-source>
+  <workflows-path>{project-root}/bmad/{module-code}/workflows</workflows-path>
+</module-integration>
+```
+
+## Variable System
+
+### System Variables
+
+- `{project-root}` - Root directory of project
+- `{user_name}` - User's name from config
+- `{communication_language}` - Language preference
+- `{date}` - Current date
+- `{module}` - Current module code
+
+### Config Variables
+
+Format: `{config_source}:variable_name`
+Example: `{config_source}:output_folder`
+
+### Path Construction
+
+```
+Good: {project-root}/bmad/{module}/agents/
+Bad:  /absolute/path/to/agents/
+Bad:  ../../../relative/paths/
+```
+
+## Command Patterns
+
+### Workflow Commands
+
+```xml
+<!-- Full path -->
+<item cmd="*create-prd" run-workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/workflows/prd/workflow.yaml">
+  Create Product Requirements Document
+</item>
+
+<!-- Placeholder for future -->
+<item cmd="*analyze" run-workflow="todo">
+  Perform analysis (workflow to be created)
+</item>
+```
+
+### Task Commands
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*validate" exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/validate-workflow.xml">
+  Validate document
+</item>
+```
+
+### Template Commands
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*brief"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+   tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/templates/brief.md">
+  Create project brief
+</item>
+```
+
+### Data-Driven Commands
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*standup"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/tasks/daily-standup.xml"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/_cfg/agent-manifest.csv">
+  Run daily standup
+</item>
+```
+
+## Agent Type Specific Patterns
+
+### Simple Agent
+
+- Self-contained logic
+- Minimal or no external dependencies
+- May have embedded functions
+- Good for utilities and converters
+
+### Expert Agent
+
+- Domain-specific with sidecar resources
+- Restricted access patterns
+- Memory/context files
+- Good for specialized domains
+
+### Module Agent
+
+- Full integration with module
+- Multiple workflows and tasks
+- Config-driven behavior
+- Good for professional tools
+
+## Common Anti-Patterns to Avoid
+
+### ❌ Bad Practices
+
+```xml
+<!-- Missing required persona elements -->
+<persona>
+  <role>Helper</role>
+  <!-- Missing identity, style, principles -->
+</persona>
+
+<!-- Hard-coded paths -->
+<item cmd="*run" exec="/Users/john/project/task.md">
+
+<!-- No help command -->
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*do-something">Action</item>
+  <!-- Missing *help -->
+</menu>
+
+<!-- Duplicate command triggers -->
+<item cmd="*analyze">First</item>
+<item cmd="*analyze">Second</item>
+```
+
+### ✅ Good Practices
+
+```xml
+<!-- Complete persona -->
+<persona>
+  <role>Data Analysis Expert</role>
+  <identity>Senior analyst with 10+ years...</identity>
+  <communication_style>Analytical and precise...</communication_style>
+  <principles>I believe in data-driven...</principles>
+</persona>
+
+<!-- Variable-based paths -->
+<item cmd="*run" exec="{project-root}/bmad/module/task.md">
+
+<!-- Required commands present -->
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*help">Show commands</item>
+  <item cmd="*analyze">Perform analysis</item>
+  <item cmd="*exit">Exit</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+## Agent Lifecycle
+
+### 1. Initialization
+
+1. Load agent file
+2. Parse XML structure
+3. Load critical-actions
+4. Apply config overrides
+5. Present greeting
+
+### 2. Command Loop
+
+1. Show numbered menu
+2. Await user input
+3. Resolve command
+4. Execute action
+5. Return to menu
+
+### 3. Termination
+
+1. User enters \*exit
+2. Cleanup if needed
+3. Exit persona
+
+## Testing Checklist
+
+Before deploying an agent:
+
+- [ ] Valid XML structure
+- [ ] All persona elements present
+- [ ] *help and *exit commands exist
+- [ ] All paths use variables
+- [ ] No duplicate commands
+- [ ] Config loading works
+- [ ] Commands execute properly
+
+## LLM Building Tips
+
+When building agents:
+
+1. Start with agent type (Simple/Expert/Module)
+2. Define complete persona first
+3. Add standard critical-actions
+4. Include *help and *exit
+5. Add domain commands
+6. Test command execution
+7. Validate with checklist
+
+## Integration Points
+
+### With Workflows
+
+- Agents invoke workflows via run-workflow
+- Workflows can be incomplete (marked "todo")
+- Workflow paths must be valid or "todo"
+
+**Workflow Interaction Styles** (BMAD v6 default):
+
+- **Intent-based + Interactive**: Workflows adapt to user context and skill level
+- Workflows collaborate with users, not just extract data
+- See workflow-creation-guide.md "Instruction Styles" section for details
+- When creating workflows for your agent, default to intent-based unless you need prescriptive control
+
+### With Tasks
+
+- Tasks are single operations
+- Executed via exec attribute
+- Can include data files
+
+### With Templates
+
+- Templates define document structure
+- Used with create-doc task
+- Variables passed through
+
+## Quick Reference
+
+### Minimal Commands
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+  <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+### Standard Critical Actions
+
+```xml
+<critical-actions>
+  <i>Load into memory {project-root}/bmad/{module}/config.yaml</i>
+  <i>Remember the users name is {user_name}</i>
+  <i>ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}</i>
+</critical-actions>
+```
+
+### Module Agent Pattern
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/{module}/agents/{name}.md"
+       name="{Name}"
+       title="{Title}"
+       icon="{emoji}">
+  <persona>...</persona>
+  <critical-actions>...</critical-actions>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">...</item>
+    <item cmd="*{command}" run-workflow="{path}">...</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">...</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```

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+# BMAD Agent Architecture Reference
+
+_LLM-Optimized Technical Documentation for Agent Building_
+
+## Core Agent Structure
+
+### Minimal Valid Agent
+
+```xml
+<!-- Powered by BMAD-CORE™ -->
+
+# Agent Name
+
+<agent id="path/to/agent.md" name="Name" title="Title" icon="🤖">
+  <persona>
+    <role>My primary function</role>
+    <identity>My background and expertise</identity>
+    <communication_style>How I interact</communication_style>
+    <principles>My core beliefs and methodology</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered menu</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+## Agent XML Schema
+
+### Root Element: `<agent>`
+
+**Required Attributes:**
+
+- `id` - Unique path identifier (e.g., "bmad/bmm/agents/analyst.md")
+- `name` - Agent's name (e.g., "Mary", "John", "Helper")
+- `title` - Professional title (e.g., "Business Analyst", "Security Engineer")
+- `icon` - Single emoji representing the agent
+
+### Core Sections
+
+#### 1. Persona Section (REQUIRED)
+
+```xml
+<persona>
+  <role>1-2 sentences: Professional title and primary expertise, use first-person voice</role>
+  <identity>2-5 sentences: Background, experience, specializations, use first-person voice</identity>
+  <communication_style>1-3 sentences: Interaction approach, tone, quirks, use first-person voice</communication_style>
+  <principles>2-5 sentences: Core beliefs, methodology, philosophy, use first-person voice</principles>
+</persona>
+```
+
+**Best Practices:**
+
+- Role: Be specific about expertise area
+- Identity: Include experience indicators (years, depth)
+- Communication: Describe HOW they interact, not just tone and quirks
+- Principles: Start with "I believe" or "I operate" for first-person voice
+
+#### 2. Critical Actions Section
+
+```xml
+<critical-actions>
+  <i>Load into memory {project-root}/bmad/{module}/config.yaml and set variables</i>
+  <i>Remember the users name is {user_name}</i>
+  <i>ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}</i>
+  <!-- Custom initialization actions -->
+</critical-actions>
+```
+
+**For Expert Agents with Sidecars (CRITICAL):**
+
+```xml
+<critical-actions>
+  <!-- CRITICAL: Load sidecar files FIRST -->
+  <i critical="MANDATORY">Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/instructions.md and follow ALL directives</i>
+  <i critical="MANDATORY">Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/memories.md into permanent context</i>
+  <i critical="MANDATORY">You MUST follow all rules in instructions.md on EVERY interaction</i>
+
+  <!-- Standard initialization -->
+  <i>Load into memory {project-root}/bmad/{module}/config.yaml and set variables</i>
+  <i>Remember the users name is {user_name}</i>
+  <i>ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}</i>
+
+  <!-- Domain restrictions -->
+  <i>ONLY read/write files in {user-folder}/diary/ - NO OTHER FOLDERS</i>
+</critical-actions>
+```
+
+**Common Patterns:**
+
+- Config loading for module agents
+- User context initialization
+- Language preferences
+- **Sidecar file loading (Expert agents) - MUST be explicit and CRITICAL**
+- **Domain restrictions (Expert agents) - MUST be enforced**
+
+#### 3. Menu Section (REQUIRED)
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*trigger" [attributes]>Description</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+**Command Attributes:**
+
+- `run-workflow="{path}"` - Executes a workflow
+- `exec="{path}"` - Executes a task
+- `tmpl="{path}"` - Template reference
+- `data="{path}"` - Data file reference
+
+**Required Menu Items:**
+
+- `*help` - Always first, shows command list
+- `*exit` - Always last, exits agent
+
+## Advanced Agent Patterns
+
+### Activation Rules (OPTIONAL)
+
+```xml
+<activation critical="true">
+  <initialization critical="true" sequential="MANDATORY">
+    <step n="1">Load configuration</step>
+    <step n="2">Apply overrides</step>
+    <step n="3">Execute critical actions</step>
+    <step n="4" critical="BLOCKING">Show greeting with menu</step>
+    <step n="5" critical="BLOCKING">AWAIT user input</step>
+  </initialization>
+  <command-resolution critical="true">
+    <rule>Numeric input → Execute command at cmd_map[n]</rule>
+    <rule>Text input → Fuzzy match against commands</rule>
+  </command-resolution>
+</activation>
+```
+
+### Expert Agent Sidecar Pattern
+
+```xml
+<!-- DO NOT use sidecar-resources tag - Instead use critical-actions -->
+<!-- Sidecar files MUST be loaded explicitly in critical-actions -->
+
+<!-- Example Expert Agent with Diary domain -->
+<agent id="diary-keeper" name="Personal Assistant" title="Diary Keeper" icon="📔">
+  <critical-actions>
+    <!-- MANDATORY: Load all sidecar files -->
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/diary-rules.md</i>
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/user-memories.md</i>
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">Follow ALL rules from diary-rules.md</i>
+
+    <!-- Domain restriction -->
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">ONLY access files in {user-folder}/diary/</i>
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">NEVER access files outside diary folder</i>
+  </critical-actions>
+
+  <persona>...</persona>
+  <menu>...</menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+### Module Agent Integration
+
+```xml
+<module-integration>
+  <module-path>{project-root}/bmad/{module-code}</module-path>
+  <config-source>{module-path}/config.yaml</config-source>
+  <workflows-path>{project-root}/bmad/{module-code}/workflows</workflows-path>
+</module-integration>
+```
+
+## Variable System
+
+### System Variables
+
+- `{project-root}` - Root directory of project
+- `{user_name}` - User's name from config
+- `{communication_language}` - Language preference
+- `{date}` - Current date
+- `{module}` - Current module code
+
+### Config Variables
+
+Format: `{config_source}:variable_name`
+Example: `{config_source}:output_folder`
+
+### Path Construction
+
+```
+Good: {project-root}/bmad/{module}/agents/
+Bad:  /absolute/path/to/agents/
+Bad:  ../../../relative/paths/
+```
+
+## Command Patterns
+
+### Workflow Commands
+
+```xml
+<!-- Full path -->
+<item cmd="*create-prd" run-workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/workflows/prd/workflow.yaml">
+  Create Product Requirements Document
+</item>
+
+<!-- Placeholder for future -->
+<item cmd="*analyze" run-workflow="todo">
+  Perform analysis (workflow to be created)
+</item>
+```
+
+### Task Commands
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*validate" exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/validate-workflow.xml">
+  Validate document
+</item>
+```
+
+### Template Commands
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*brief"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+   tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/templates/brief.md">
+  Create project brief
+</item>
+```
+
+### Data-Driven Commands
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*standup"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/tasks/daily-standup.xml"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/_cfg/agent-manifest.csv">
+  Run daily standup
+</item>
+```
+
+## Agent Type Specific Patterns
+
+### Simple Agent
+
+- Self-contained logic
+- Minimal or no external dependencies
+- May have embedded functions
+- Good for utilities and converters
+
+### Expert Agent
+
+- Domain-specific with sidecar resources
+- Restricted access patterns
+- Memory/context files
+- Good for specialized domains
+
+### Module Agent
+
+- Full integration with module
+- Multiple workflows and tasks
+- Config-driven behavior
+- Good for professional tools
+
+## Common Anti-Patterns to Avoid
+
+### ❌ Bad Practices
+
+```xml
+<!-- Missing required persona elements -->
+<persona>
+  <role>Helper</role>
+  <!-- Missing identity, style, principles -->
+</persona>
+
+<!-- Hard-coded paths -->
+<item cmd="*run" exec="/Users/john/project/task.md">
+
+<!-- No help command -->
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*do-something">Action</item>
+  <!-- Missing *help -->
+</menu>
+
+<!-- Duplicate command triggers -->
+<item cmd="*analyze">First</item>
+<item cmd="*analyze">Second</item>
+```
+
+### ✅ Good Practices
+
+```xml
+<!-- Complete persona -->
+<persona>
+  <role>Data Analysis Expert</role>
+  <identity>Senior analyst with 10+ years...</identity>
+  <communication_style>Analytical and precise...</communication_style>
+  <principles>I believe in data-driven...</principles>
+</persona>
+
+<!-- Variable-based paths -->
+<item cmd="*run" exec="{project-root}/bmad/module/task.md">
+
+<!-- Required commands present -->
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*help">Show commands</item>
+  <item cmd="*analyze">Perform analysis</item>
+  <item cmd="*exit">Exit</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+## Agent Lifecycle
+
+### 1. Initialization
+
+1. Load agent file
+2. Parse XML structure
+3. Load critical-actions
+4. Apply config overrides
+5. Present greeting
+
+### 2. Command Loop
+
+1. Show numbered menu
+2. Await user input
+3. Resolve command
+4. Execute action
+5. Return to menu
+
+### 3. Termination
+
+1. User enters \*exit
+2. Cleanup if needed
+3. Exit persona
+
+## Testing Checklist
+
+Before deploying an agent:
+
+- [ ] Valid XML structure
+- [ ] All persona elements present
+- [ ] *help and *exit commands exist
+- [ ] All paths use variables
+- [ ] No duplicate commands
+- [ ] Config loading works
+- [ ] Commands execute properly
+
+## LLM Building Tips
+
+When building agents:
+
+1. Start with agent type (Simple/Expert/Module)
+2. Define complete persona first
+3. Add standard critical-actions
+4. Include *help and *exit
+5. Add domain commands
+6. Test command execution
+7. Validate with checklist
+
+## Integration Points
+
+### With Workflows
+
+- Agents invoke workflows via run-workflow
+- Workflows can be incomplete (marked "todo")
+- Workflow paths must be valid or "todo"
+
+### With Tasks
+
+- Tasks are single operations
+- Executed via exec attribute
+- Can include data files
+
+### With Templates
+
+- Templates define document structure
+- Used with create-doc task
+- Variables passed through
+
+## Quick Reference
+
+### Minimal Commands
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+  <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+### Standard Critical Actions
+
+```xml
+<critical-actions>
+  <i>Load into memory {project-root}/bmad/{module}/config.yaml</i>
+  <i>Remember the users name is {user_name}</i>
+  <i>ALWAYS communicate in {communication_language}</i>
+</critical-actions>
+```
+
+### Module Agent Pattern
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/{module}/agents/{name}.md"
+       name="{Name}"
+       title="{Title}"
+       icon="{emoji}">
+  <persona>...</persona>
+  <critical-actions>...</critical-actions>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">...</item>
+    <item cmd="*{command}" run-workflow="{path}">...</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">...</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```

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+# BMAD Agent Command Patterns Reference
+
+_LLM-Optimized Guide for Command Design_
+
+## Important: How to Process Action References
+
+When executing agent commands, understand these reference patterns:
+
+```xml
+<!-- Pattern 1: Inline action -->
+<item cmd="*example" action="do this specific thing">Description</item>
+→ Execute the text "do this specific thing" directly
+
+<!-- Pattern 2: Internal reference with # prefix -->
+<item cmd="*example" action="#prompt-id">Description</item>
+→ Find <prompt id="prompt-id"> in the current agent and execute its content
+
+<!-- Pattern 3: External file reference -->
+<item cmd="*example" exec="{project-root}/path/to/file.md">Description</item>
+→ Load and execute the external file
+```
+
+**The `#` prefix is your signal that this is an internal XML node reference, not a file path.**
+
+## Command Anatomy
+
+### Basic Structure
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*trigger" [attributes]>Description</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+**Components:**
+
+- `cmd` - The trigger word (always starts with \*)
+- `attributes` - Action directives (optional):
+  - `run-workflow` - Path to workflow YAML
+  - `exec` - Path to task/operation
+  - `tmpl` - Path to template (used with exec)
+  - `action` - Embedded prompt/instruction
+  - `data` - Path to supplementary data (universal)
+- `Description` - What shows in menu
+
+## Command Types
+
+**Quick Reference:**
+
+1. **Workflow Commands** - Execute multi-step workflows (`run-workflow`)
+2. **Task Commands** - Execute single operations (`exec`)
+3. **Template Commands** - Generate from templates (`exec` + `tmpl`)
+4. **Meta Commands** - Agent control (no attributes)
+5. **Action Commands** - Embedded prompts (`action`)
+6. **Embedded Commands** - Logic in persona (no attributes)
+
+**Universal Attributes:**
+
+- `data` - Can be added to ANY command type for supplementary info
+- `if` - Conditional execution (advanced pattern)
+- `params` - Runtime parameters (advanced pattern)
+
+### 1. Workflow Commands
+
+Execute complete multi-step processes
+
+```xml
+<!-- Standard workflow -->
+<item cmd="*create-prd"
+     run-workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/workflows/prd/workflow.yaml">
+  Create Product Requirements Document
+</item>
+
+<!-- Workflow with validation -->
+<item cmd="*validate-prd"
+     validate-workflow="{output_folder}/prd-draft.md"
+     workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/workflows/prd/workflow.yaml">
+  Validate PRD Against Checklist
+</item>
+
+<!-- Auto-discover validation workflow from document -->
+<item cmd="*validate-doc"
+     validate-workflow="{output_folder}/document.md">
+  Validate Document (auto-discover checklist)
+</item>
+
+<!-- Placeholder for future development -->
+<item cmd="*analyze-data"
+     run-workflow="todo">
+  Analyze dataset (workflow coming soon)
+</item>
+```
+
+**Workflow Attributes:**
+
+- `run-workflow` - Execute a workflow to create documents
+- `validate-workflow` - Validate an existing document against its checklist
+- `workflow` - (optional with validate-workflow) Specify the workflow.yaml directly
+
+**Best Practices:**
+
+- Use descriptive trigger names
+- Always use variable paths
+- Mark incomplete as "todo"
+- Description should be clear action
+- Include validation commands for workflows that produce documents
+
+### 2. Task Commands
+
+Execute single operations
+
+```xml
+<!-- Simple task -->
+<item cmd="*validate"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/validate-workflow.xml">
+  Validate document against checklist
+</item>
+
+<!-- Task with data -->
+<item cmd="*standup"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/mmm/tasks/daily-standup.xml"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/_cfg/agent-manifest.csv">
+  Run agile team standup
+</item>
+```
+
+**Data Property:**
+
+- Can be used with any command type
+- Provides additional reference or context
+- Path to supplementary files or resources
+- Loaded at runtime for command execution
+
+### 3. Template Commands
+
+Generate documents from templates
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*brief"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+   tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/templates/brief.md">
+  Produce Project Brief
+</item>
+
+<item cmd="*competitor-analysis"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+   tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/templates/competitor.md"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/market-research.csv">
+  Produce Competitor Analysis
+</item>
+```
+
+### 4. Meta Commands
+
+Agent control and information
+
+```xml
+<!-- Required meta commands -->
+<item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+<item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+
+<!-- Optional meta commands -->
+<item cmd="*yolo">Toggle Yolo Mode</item>
+<item cmd="*status">Show current status</item>
+<item cmd="*config">Show configuration</item>
+```
+
+### 5. Action Commands
+
+Direct prompts embedded in commands (Simple agents)
+
+#### Simple Action (Inline)
+
+```xml
+<!-- Short action attribute with embedded prompt -->
+<item cmd="*list-tasks"
+   action="list all tasks from {project-root}/bmad/_cfg/task-manifest.csv">
+  List Available Tasks
+</item>
+
+<item cmd="*summarize"
+   action="summarize the key points from the current document">
+  Summarize Document
+</item>
+```
+
+#### Complex Action (Referenced)
+
+For multiline/complex prompts, define them separately and reference by id:
+
+```xml
+<agent name="Research Assistant">
+  <!-- Define complex prompts as separate nodes -->
+  <prompts>
+    <prompt id="deep-analysis">
+      Perform a comprehensive analysis following these steps:
+      1. Identify the main topic and key themes
+      2. Extract all supporting evidence and data points
+      3. Analyze relationships between concepts
+      4. Identify gaps or contradictions
+      5. Generate insights and recommendations
+      6. Create an executive summary
+      Format the output with clear sections and bullet points.
+    </prompt>
+
+    <prompt id="literature-review">
+      Conduct a systematic literature review:
+      1. Summarize each source's main arguments
+      2. Compare and contrast different perspectives
+      3. Identify consensus points and controversies
+      4. Evaluate the quality and relevance of sources
+      5. Synthesize findings into coherent themes
+      6. Highlight research gaps and future directions
+      Include proper citations and references.
+    </prompt>
+  </prompts>
+
+  <!-- Commands reference the prompts by id -->
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+
+    <item cmd="*deep-analyze"
+       action="#deep-analysis">
+      <!-- The # means: use the <prompt id="deep-analysis"> defined above -->
+      Perform Deep Analysis
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*review-literature"
+       action="#literature-review"
+       data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/sources.csv">
+      Conduct Literature Review
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+**Reference Convention:**
+
+- `action="#prompt-id"` means: "Find and execute the <prompt> node with id='prompt-id' within this agent"
+- `action="inline text"` means: "Execute this text directly as the prompt"
+- `exec="{path}"` means: "Load and execute external file at this path"
+- The `#` prefix signals to the LLM: "This is an internal reference - look for a prompt node with this ID within the current agent XML"
+
+**LLM Processing Instructions:**
+When you see `action="#some-id"` in a command:
+
+1. Look for `<prompt id="some-id">` within the same agent
+2. Use the content of that prompt node as the instruction
+3. If not found, report error: "Prompt 'some-id' not found in agent"
+
+**Use Cases:**
+
+- Quick operations (inline action)
+- Complex multi-step processes (referenced prompt)
+- Self-contained agents with task-like capabilities
+- Reusable prompt templates within agent
+
+### 6. Embedded Commands
+
+Logic embedded in agent persona (Simple agents)
+
+```xml
+<!-- No exec/run-workflow/action attribute -->
+<item cmd="*calculate">Perform calculation</item>
+<item cmd="*convert">Convert format</item>
+<item cmd="*generate">Generate output</item>
+```
+
+## Command Naming Conventions
+
+### Action-Based Naming
+
+```xml
+*create-    <!-- Generate new content -->
+*build-     <!-- Construct components -->
+*analyze-   <!-- Examine and report -->
+*validate-  <!-- Check correctness -->
+*generate-  <!-- Produce output -->
+*update-    <!-- Modify existing -->
+*review-    <!-- Examine quality -->
+*test-      <!-- Verify functionality -->
+```
+
+### Domain-Based Naming
+
+```xml
+*brainstorm      <!-- Creative ideation -->
+*architect       <!-- Design systems -->
+*refactor        <!-- Improve code -->
+*deploy          <!-- Release to production -->
+*monitor         <!-- Watch systems -->
+```
+
+### Naming Anti-Patterns
+
+```xml
+<!-- ❌ Too vague -->
+<item cmd="*do">Do something</item>
+
+<!-- ❌ Too long -->
+<item cmd="*create-comprehensive-product-requirements-document-with-analysis">
+
+<!-- ❌ No verb -->
+<item cmd="*prd">Product Requirements</item>
+
+<!-- ✅ Clear and concise -->
+<item cmd="*create-prd">Create Product Requirements Document</item>
+```
+
+## Command Organization
+
+### Standard Order
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <!-- 1. Always first -->
+  <item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+
+  <!-- 2. Primary workflows -->
+  <item cmd="*create-prd" run-workflow="...">Create PRD</item>
+  <item cmd="*create-module" run-workflow="...">Build module</item>
+
+  <!-- 3. Secondary actions -->
+  <item cmd="*validate" exec="...">Validate document</item>
+  <item cmd="*analyze" exec="...">Analyze code</item>
+
+  <!-- 4. Utility commands -->
+  <item cmd="*config">Show configuration</item>
+  <item cmd="*yolo">Toggle Yolo Mode</item>
+
+  <!-- 5. Always last -->
+  <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+### Grouping Strategies
+
+**By Lifecycle:**
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*help">Help</item>
+  <!-- Planning -->
+  <item cmd="*brainstorm">Brainstorm ideas</item>
+  <item cmd="*plan">Create plan</item>
+  <!-- Building -->
+  <item cmd="*build">Build component</item>
+  <item cmd="*test">Test component</item>
+  <!-- Deployment -->
+  <item cmd="*deploy">Deploy to production</item>
+  <item cmd="*monitor">Monitor system</item>
+  <item cmd="*exit">Exit</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+**By Complexity:**
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*help">Help</item>
+  <!-- Simple -->
+  <item cmd="*quick-review">Quick review</item>
+  <!-- Standard -->
+  <item cmd="*create-doc">Create document</item>
+  <!-- Complex -->
+  <item cmd="*full-analysis">Comprehensive analysis</item>
+  <item cmd="*exit">Exit</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+## Command Descriptions
+
+### Good Descriptions
+
+```xml
+<!-- Clear action and object -->
+<item cmd="*create-prd">Create Product Requirements Document</item>
+
+<!-- Specific outcome -->
+<item cmd="*analyze-security">Perform security vulnerability analysis</item>
+
+<!-- User benefit -->
+<item cmd="*optimize">Optimize code for performance</item>
+```
+
+### Poor Descriptions
+
+```xml
+<!-- Too vague -->
+<item cmd="*process">Process</item>
+
+<!-- Technical jargon -->
+<item cmd="*exec-wf-123">Execute WF123</item>
+
+<!-- Missing context -->
+<item cmd="*run">Run</item>
+```
+
+## The Data Property
+
+### Universal Data Attribute
+
+The `data` attribute can be added to ANY command type to provide supplementary information:
+
+```xml
+<!-- Workflow with data -->
+<item cmd="*brainstorm"
+   run-workflow="{project-root}/bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/brain-methods.csv">
+  Creative Brainstorming Session
+</item>
+
+<!-- Action with data -->
+<item cmd="*analyze-metrics"
+   action="analyze these metrics and identify trends"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/performance-metrics.json">
+  Analyze Performance Metrics
+</item>
+
+<!-- Template with data -->
+<item cmd="*report"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+   tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/templates/report.md"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/quarterly-results.csv">
+  Generate Quarterly Report
+</item>
+```
+
+**Common Data Uses:**
+
+- Reference tables (CSV files)
+- Configuration data (YAML/JSON)
+- Agent manifests (XML)
+- Historical context
+- Domain knowledge
+- Examples and patterns
+
+## Advanced Patterns
+
+### Conditional Commands
+
+```xml
+<!-- Only show if certain conditions met -->
+<item cmd="*advanced-mode"
+   if="user_level == 'expert'"
+   run-workflow="...">
+  Advanced configuration mode
+</item>
+
+<!-- Environment specific -->
+<item cmd="*deploy-prod"
+   if="environment == 'production'"
+   exec="...">
+  Deploy to production
+</item>
+```
+
+### Parameterized Commands
+
+```xml
+<!-- Accept runtime parameters -->
+<item cmd="*create-agent"
+   run-workflow="..."
+   params="agent_type,agent_name">
+  Create new agent with parameters
+</item>
+```
+
+### Command Aliases
+
+```xml
+<!-- Multiple triggers for same action -->
+<item cmd="*prd|*create-prd|*product-requirements"
+   run-workflow="...">
+  Create Product Requirements Document
+</item>
+```
+
+## Module-Specific Patterns
+
+### BMM (Business Management)
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*create-prd">Product Requirements</item>
+<item cmd="*market-research">Market Research</item>
+<item cmd="*competitor-analysis">Competitor Analysis</item>
+<item cmd="*brief">Project Brief</item>
+```
+
+### BMB (Builder)
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*create-agent">Build Agent</item>
+<item cmd="*create-module">Build Module</item>
+<item cmd="*create-workflow">Create Workflow</item>
+<item cmd="*module-brief">Module Brief</item>
+```
+
+### CIS (Creative Intelligence)
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*brainstorm">Brainstorming Session</item>
+<item cmd="*ideate">Ideation Workshop</item>
+<item cmd="*storytell">Story Creation</item>
+```
+
+## Command Menu Presentation
+
+### How Commands Display
+
+```
+1. *help - Show numbered cmd list
+2. *create-prd - Create Product Requirements Document
+3. *create-agent - Build new BMAD agent
+4. *validate - Validate document
+5. *exit - Exit with confirmation
+```
+
+### Menu Customization
+
+```xml
+<!-- Group separator (visual only) -->
+<item cmd="---">━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━</item>
+
+<!-- Section header (non-executable) -->
+<item cmd="SECTION">═══ Workflows ═══</item>
+```
+
+## Error Handling
+
+### Missing Resources
+
+```xml
+<!-- Workflow not yet created -->
+<item cmd="*future-feature"
+   run-workflow="todo">
+  Coming soon: Advanced feature
+</item>
+
+<!-- Graceful degradation -->
+<item cmd="*analyze"
+   run-workflow="{optional-path|fallback-path}">
+  Analyze with available tools
+</item>
+```
+
+## Testing Commands
+
+### Command Test Checklist
+
+- [ ] Unique trigger (no duplicates)
+- [ ] Clear description
+- [ ] Valid path or "todo"
+- [ ] Uses variables not hardcoded paths
+- [ ] Executes without error
+- [ ] Returns to menu after execution
+
+### Common Issues
+
+1. **Duplicate triggers** - Each cmd must be unique
+2. **Missing paths** - File must exist or be "todo"
+3. **Hardcoded paths** - Always use variables
+4. **No description** - Every command needs text
+5. **Wrong order** - help first, exit last
+
+## Quick Templates
+
+### Workflow Command
+
+```xml
+<!-- Create document -->
+<item cmd="*{action}-{object}"
+   run-workflow="{project-root}/bmad/{module}/workflows/{workflow}/workflow.yaml">
+  {Action} {Object Description}
+</item>
+
+<!-- Validate document -->
+<item cmd="*validate-{object}"
+   validate-workflow="{output_folder}/{document}.md"
+   workflow="{project-root}/bmad/{module}/workflows/{workflow}/workflow.yaml">
+  Validate {Object Description}
+</item>
+```
+
+### Task Command
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*{action}"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/{module}/tasks/{task}.md">
+  {Action Description}
+</item>
+```
+
+### Template Command
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*{document}"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+   tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/{module}/templates/{template}.md">
+  Create {Document Name}
+</item>
+```
+
+## Self-Contained Agent Patterns
+
+### When to Use Each Approach
+
+**Inline Action (`action="prompt"`)**
+
+- Prompt is < 2 lines
+- Simple, direct instruction
+- Not reused elsewhere
+- Quick transformations
+
+**Referenced Prompt (`action="#prompt-id"`)**
+
+- Prompt is multiline/complex
+- Contains structured steps
+- May be reused by multiple commands
+- Maintains readability
+
+**External Task (`exec="path/to/task.md"`)**
+
+- Logic needs to be shared across agents
+- Task is independently valuable
+- Requires version control separately
+- Part of larger workflow system
+
+### Complete Self-Contained Agent
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/research/agents/analyst.md" name="Research Analyst" icon="🔬">
+  <!-- Embedded prompt library -->
+  <prompts>
+    <prompt id="swot-analysis">
+      Perform a SWOT analysis:
+
+      STRENGTHS (Internal, Positive)
+      - What advantages exist?
+      - What do we do well?
+      - What unique resources?
+
+      WEAKNESSES (Internal, Negative)
+      - What could improve?
+      - Where are resource gaps?
+      - What needs development?
+
+      OPPORTUNITIES (External, Positive)
+      - What trends can we leverage?
+      - What market gaps exist?
+      - What partnerships are possible?
+
+      THREATS (External, Negative)
+      - What competition exists?
+      - What risks are emerging?
+      - What could disrupt us?
+
+      Provide specific examples and actionable insights for each quadrant.
+    </prompt>
+
+    <prompt id="competitive-intel">
+      Analyze competitive landscape:
+      1. Identify top 5 competitors
+      2. Compare features and capabilities
+      3. Analyze pricing strategies
+      4. Evaluate market positioning
+      5. Assess strengths and vulnerabilities
+      6. Recommend competitive strategies
+    </prompt>
+  </prompts>
+
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+
+    <!-- Simple inline actions -->
+    <item cmd="*summarize"
+       action="create executive summary of findings">
+      Create Executive Summary
+    </item>
+
+    <!-- Complex referenced prompts -->
+    <item cmd="*swot"
+       action="#swot-analysis">
+      Perform SWOT Analysis
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*compete"
+       action="#competitive-intel"
+       data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/market-data.csv">
+      Analyze Competition
+    </item>
+
+    <!-- Hybrid: external task with internal data -->
+    <item cmd="*report"
+       exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+       tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/research/templates/report.md">
+      Generate Research Report
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+## Simple Agent Example
+
+For agents that primarily use embedded logic:
+
+```xml
+<agent name="Data Analyst">
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+
+    <!-- Action commands for direct operations -->
+    <item cmd="*list-metrics"
+       action="list all available metrics from the dataset">
+      List Available Metrics
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*analyze"
+       action="perform statistical analysis on the provided data"
+       data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/dataset.csv">
+      Analyze Dataset
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*visualize"
+       action="create visualization recommendations for this data">
+      Suggest Visualizations
+    </item>
+
+    <!-- Embedded logic commands -->
+    <item cmd="*calculate">Perform calculations</item>
+    <item cmd="*interpret">Interpret results</item>
+
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+## LLM Building Guide
+
+When creating commands:
+
+1. Start with *help and *exit
+2. Choose appropriate command type:
+   - Complex multi-step? Use `run-workflow`
+   - Single operation? Use `exec`
+   - Need template? Use `exec` + `tmpl`
+   - Simple prompt? Use `action`
+   - Agent handles it? Use no attributes
+3. Add `data` attribute if supplementary info needed
+4. Add primary workflows (main value)
+5. Add secondary tasks
+6. Include utility commands
+7. Test each command works
+8. Verify no duplicates
+9. Ensure clear descriptions

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+# BMAD Agent Command Patterns Reference
+
+_LLM-Optimized Guide for Command Design_
+
+## Important: How to Process Action References
+
+When executing agent commands, understand these reference patterns:
+
+```xml
+<!-- Pattern 1: Inline action -->
+<item cmd="*example" action="do this specific thing">Description</item>
+→ Execute the text "do this specific thing" directly
+
+<!-- Pattern 2: Internal reference with # prefix -->
+<item cmd="*example" action="#prompt-id">Description</item>
+→ Find <prompt id="prompt-id"> in the current agent and execute its content
+
+<!-- Pattern 3: External file reference -->
+<item cmd="*example" exec="{project-root}/path/to/file.md">Description</item>
+→ Load and execute the external file
+```
+
+**The `#` prefix is your signal that this is an internal XML node reference, not a file path.**
+
+## Command Anatomy
+
+### Basic Structure
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*trigger" [attributes]>Description</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+**Components:**
+
+- `cmd` - The trigger word (always starts with \*)
+- `attributes` - Action directives (optional):
+  - `run-workflow` - Path to workflow YAML
+  - `exec` - Path to task/operation
+  - `tmpl` - Path to template (used with exec)
+  - `action` - Embedded prompt/instruction
+  - `data` - Path to supplementary data (universal)
+- `Description` - What shows in menu
+
+## Command Types
+
+**Quick Reference:**
+
+1. **Workflow Commands** - Execute multi-step workflows (`run-workflow`)
+2. **Task Commands** - Execute single operations (`exec`)
+3. **Template Commands** - Generate from templates (`exec` + `tmpl`)
+4. **Meta Commands** - Agent control (no attributes)
+5. **Action Commands** - Embedded prompts (`action`)
+6. **Embedded Commands** - Logic in persona (no attributes)
+
+**Universal Attributes:**
+
+- `data` - Can be added to ANY command type for supplementary info
+- `if` - Conditional execution (advanced pattern)
+- `params` - Runtime parameters (advanced pattern)
+
+### 1. Workflow Commands
+
+Execute complete multi-step processes
+
+```xml
+<!-- Standard workflow -->
+<item cmd="*create-prd"
+     run-workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/workflows/prd/workflow.yaml">
+  Create Product Requirements Document
+</item>
+
+<!-- Workflow with validation -->
+<item cmd="*validate-prd"
+     validate-workflow="{output_folder}/prd-draft.md"
+     workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/workflows/prd/workflow.yaml">
+  Validate PRD Against Checklist
+</item>
+
+<!-- Auto-discover validation workflow from document -->
+<item cmd="*validate-doc"
+     validate-workflow="{output_folder}/document.md">
+  Validate Document (auto-discover checklist)
+</item>
+
+<!-- Placeholder for future development -->
+<item cmd="*analyze-data"
+     run-workflow="todo">
+  Analyze dataset (workflow coming soon)
+</item>
+```
+
+**Workflow Attributes:**
+
+- `run-workflow` - Execute a workflow to create documents
+- `validate-workflow` - Validate an existing document against its checklist
+- `workflow` - (optional with validate-workflow) Specify the workflow.yaml directly
+
+**Best Practices:**
+
+- Use descriptive trigger names
+- Always use variable paths
+- Mark incomplete as "todo"
+- Description should be clear action
+- Include validation commands for workflows that produce documents
+
+### 2. Task Commands
+
+Execute single operations
+
+```xml
+<!-- Simple task -->
+<item cmd="*validate"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/validate-workflow.xml">
+  Validate document against checklist
+</item>
+
+<!-- Task with data -->
+<item cmd="*standup"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/mmm/tasks/daily-standup.xml"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/_cfg/agent-manifest.csv">
+  Run agile team standup
+</item>
+```
+
+**Data Property:**
+
+- Can be used with any command type
+- Provides additional reference or context
+- Path to supplementary files or resources
+- Loaded at runtime for command execution
+
+### 3. Template Commands
+
+Generate documents from templates
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*brief"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+   tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/templates/brief.md">
+  Produce Project Brief
+</item>
+
+<item cmd="*competitor-analysis"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+   tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/templates/competitor.md"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/market-research.csv">
+  Produce Competitor Analysis
+</item>
+```
+
+### 4. Meta Commands
+
+Agent control and information
+
+```xml
+<!-- Required meta commands -->
+<item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+<item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+
+<!-- Optional meta commands -->
+<item cmd="*yolo">Toggle Yolo Mode</item>
+<item cmd="*status">Show current status</item>
+<item cmd="*config">Show configuration</item>
+```
+
+### 5. Action Commands
+
+Direct prompts embedded in commands (Simple agents)
+
+#### Simple Action (Inline)
+
+```xml
+<!-- Short action attribute with embedded prompt -->
+<item cmd="*list-tasks"
+   action="list all tasks from {project-root}/bmad/_cfg/task-manifest.csv">
+  List Available Tasks
+</item>
+
+<item cmd="*summarize"
+   action="summarize the key points from the current document">
+  Summarize Document
+</item>
+```
+
+#### Complex Action (Referenced)
+
+For multiline/complex prompts, define them separately and reference by id:
+
+```xml
+<agent name="Research Assistant">
+  <!-- Define complex prompts as separate nodes -->
+  <prompts>
+    <prompt id="deep-analysis">
+      Perform a comprehensive analysis following these steps:
+      1. Identify the main topic and key themes
+      2. Extract all supporting evidence and data points
+      3. Analyze relationships between concepts
+      4. Identify gaps or contradictions
+      5. Generate insights and recommendations
+      6. Create an executive summary
+      Format the output with clear sections and bullet points.
+    </prompt>
+
+    <prompt id="literature-review">
+      Conduct a systematic literature review:
+      1. Summarize each source's main arguments
+      2. Compare and contrast different perspectives
+      3. Identify consensus points and controversies
+      4. Evaluate the quality and relevance of sources
+      5. Synthesize findings into coherent themes
+      6. Highlight research gaps and future directions
+      Include proper citations and references.
+    </prompt>
+  </prompts>
+
+  <!-- Commands reference the prompts by id -->
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+
+    <item cmd="*deep-analyze"
+       action="#deep-analysis">
+      <!-- The # means: use the <prompt id="deep-analysis"> defined above -->
+      Perform Deep Analysis
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*review-literature"
+       action="#literature-review"
+       data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/sources.csv">
+      Conduct Literature Review
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+**Reference Convention:**
+
+- `action="#prompt-id"` means: "Find and execute the <prompt> node with id='prompt-id' within this agent"
+- `action="inline text"` means: "Execute this text directly as the prompt"
+- `exec="{path}"` means: "Load and execute external file at this path"
+- The `#` prefix signals to the LLM: "This is an internal reference - look for a prompt node with this ID within the current agent XML"
+
+**LLM Processing Instructions:**
+When you see `action="#some-id"` in a command:
+
+1. Look for `<prompt id="some-id">` within the same agent
+2. Use the content of that prompt node as the instruction
+3. If not found, report error: "Prompt 'some-id' not found in agent"
+
+**Use Cases:**
+
+- Quick operations (inline action)
+- Complex multi-step processes (referenced prompt)
+- Self-contained agents with task-like capabilities
+- Reusable prompt templates within agent
+
+### 6. Embedded Commands
+
+Logic embedded in agent persona (Simple agents)
+
+```xml
+<!-- No exec/run-workflow/action attribute -->
+<item cmd="*calculate">Perform calculation</item>
+<item cmd="*convert">Convert format</item>
+<item cmd="*generate">Generate output</item>
+```
+
+## Command Naming Conventions
+
+### Action-Based Naming
+
+```xml
+*create-    <!-- Generate new content -->
+*build-     <!-- Construct components -->
+*analyze-   <!-- Examine and report -->
+*validate-  <!-- Check correctness -->
+*generate-  <!-- Produce output -->
+*update-    <!-- Modify existing -->
+*review-    <!-- Examine quality -->
+*test-      <!-- Verify functionality -->
+```
+
+### Domain-Based Naming
+
+```xml
+*brainstorm      <!-- Creative ideation -->
+*architect       <!-- Design systems -->
+*refactor        <!-- Improve code -->
+*deploy          <!-- Release to production -->
+*monitor         <!-- Watch systems -->
+```
+
+### Naming Anti-Patterns
+
+```xml
+<!-- ❌ Too vague -->
+<item cmd="*do">Do something</item>
+
+<!-- ❌ Too long -->
+<item cmd="*create-comprehensive-product-requirements-document-with-analysis">
+
+<!-- ❌ No verb -->
+<item cmd="*prd">Product Requirements</item>
+
+<!-- ✅ Clear and concise -->
+<item cmd="*create-prd">Create Product Requirements Document</item>
+```
+
+## Command Organization
+
+### Standard Order
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <!-- 1. Always first -->
+  <item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+
+  <!-- 2. Primary workflows -->
+  <item cmd="*create-prd" run-workflow="...">Create PRD</item>
+  <item cmd="*create-module" run-workflow="...">Build module</item>
+
+  <!-- 3. Secondary actions -->
+  <item cmd="*validate" exec="...">Validate document</item>
+  <item cmd="*analyze" exec="...">Analyze code</item>
+
+  <!-- 4. Utility commands -->
+  <item cmd="*config">Show configuration</item>
+  <item cmd="*yolo">Toggle Yolo Mode</item>
+
+  <!-- 5. Always last -->
+  <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+### Grouping Strategies
+
+**By Lifecycle:**
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*help">Help</item>
+  <!-- Planning -->
+  <item cmd="*brainstorm">Brainstorm ideas</item>
+  <item cmd="*plan">Create plan</item>
+  <!-- Building -->
+  <item cmd="*build">Build component</item>
+  <item cmd="*test">Test component</item>
+  <!-- Deployment -->
+  <item cmd="*deploy">Deploy to production</item>
+  <item cmd="*monitor">Monitor system</item>
+  <item cmd="*exit">Exit</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+**By Complexity:**
+
+```xml
+<menu>
+  <item cmd="*help">Help</item>
+  <!-- Simple -->
+  <item cmd="*quick-review">Quick review</item>
+  <!-- Standard -->
+  <item cmd="*create-doc">Create document</item>
+  <!-- Complex -->
+  <item cmd="*full-analysis">Comprehensive analysis</item>
+  <item cmd="*exit">Exit</item>
+</menu>
+```
+
+## Command Descriptions
+
+### Good Descriptions
+
+```xml
+<!-- Clear action and object -->
+<item cmd="*create-prd">Create Product Requirements Document</item>
+
+<!-- Specific outcome -->
+<item cmd="*analyze-security">Perform security vulnerability analysis</item>
+
+<!-- User benefit -->
+<item cmd="*optimize">Optimize code for performance</item>
+```
+
+### Poor Descriptions
+
+```xml
+<!-- Too vague -->
+<item cmd="*process">Process</item>
+
+<!-- Technical jargon -->
+<item cmd="*exec-wf-123">Execute WF123</item>
+
+<!-- Missing context -->
+<item cmd="*run">Run</item>
+```
+
+## The Data Property
+
+### Universal Data Attribute
+
+The `data` attribute can be added to ANY command type to provide supplementary information:
+
+```xml
+<!-- Workflow with data -->
+<item cmd="*brainstorm"
+   run-workflow="{project-root}/bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/brain-methods.csv">
+  Creative Brainstorming Session
+</item>
+
+<!-- Action with data -->
+<item cmd="*analyze-metrics"
+   action="analyze these metrics and identify trends"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/performance-metrics.json">
+  Analyze Performance Metrics
+</item>
+
+<!-- Template with data -->
+<item cmd="*report"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+   tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/templates/report.md"
+   data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/quarterly-results.csv">
+  Generate Quarterly Report
+</item>
+```
+
+**Common Data Uses:**
+
+- Reference tables (CSV files)
+- Configuration data (YAML/JSON)
+- Agent manifests (XML)
+- Historical context
+- Domain knowledge
+- Examples and patterns
+
+## Advanced Patterns
+
+### Conditional Commands
+
+```xml
+<!-- Only show if certain conditions met -->
+<item cmd="*advanced-mode"
+   if="user_level == 'expert'"
+   run-workflow="...">
+  Advanced configuration mode
+</item>
+
+<!-- Environment specific -->
+<item cmd="*deploy-prod"
+   if="environment == 'production'"
+   exec="...">
+  Deploy to production
+</item>
+```
+
+### Parameterized Commands
+
+```xml
+<!-- Accept runtime parameters -->
+<item cmd="*create-agent"
+   run-workflow="..."
+   params="agent_type,agent_name">
+  Create new agent with parameters
+</item>
+```
+
+### Command Aliases
+
+```xml
+<!-- Multiple triggers for same action -->
+<item cmd="*prd|*create-prd|*product-requirements"
+   run-workflow="...">
+  Create Product Requirements Document
+</item>
+```
+
+## Module-Specific Patterns
+
+### BMM (Business Management)
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*create-prd">Product Requirements</item>
+<item cmd="*market-research">Market Research</item>
+<item cmd="*competitor-analysis">Competitor Analysis</item>
+<item cmd="*brief">Project Brief</item>
+```
+
+### BMB (Builder)
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*create-agent">Build Agent</item>
+<item cmd="*create-module">Build Module</item>
+<item cmd="*create-workflow">Create Workflow</item>
+<item cmd="*module-brief">Module Brief</item>
+```
+
+### CIS (Creative Intelligence)
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*brainstorm">Brainstorming Session</item>
+<item cmd="*ideate">Ideation Workshop</item>
+<item cmd="*storytell">Story Creation</item>
+```
+
+## Command Menu Presentation
+
+### How Commands Display
+
+```
+1. *help - Show numbered cmd list
+2. *create-prd - Create Product Requirements Document
+3. *create-agent - Build new BMAD agent
+4. *validate - Validate document
+5. *exit - Exit with confirmation
+```
+
+### Menu Customization
+
+```xml
+<!-- Group separator (visual only) -->
+<item cmd="---">━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━</item>
+
+<!-- Section header (non-executable) -->
+<item cmd="SECTION">═══ Workflows ═══</item>
+```
+
+## Error Handling
+
+### Missing Resources
+
+```xml
+<!-- Workflow not yet created -->
+<item cmd="*future-feature"
+   run-workflow="todo">
+  Coming soon: Advanced feature
+</item>
+
+<!-- Graceful degradation -->
+<item cmd="*analyze"
+   run-workflow="{optional-path|fallback-path}">
+  Analyze with available tools
+</item>
+```
+
+## Testing Commands
+
+### Command Test Checklist
+
+- [ ] Unique trigger (no duplicates)
+- [ ] Clear description
+- [ ] Valid path or "todo"
+- [ ] Uses variables not hardcoded paths
+- [ ] Executes without error
+- [ ] Returns to menu after execution
+
+### Common Issues
+
+1. **Duplicate triggers** - Each cmd must be unique
+2. **Missing paths** - File must exist or be "todo"
+3. **Hardcoded paths** - Always use variables
+4. **No description** - Every command needs text
+5. **Wrong order** - help first, exit last
+
+## Quick Templates
+
+### Workflow Command
+
+```xml
+<!-- Create document -->
+<item cmd="*{action}-{object}"
+   run-workflow="{project-root}/bmad/{module}/workflows/{workflow}/workflow.yaml">
+  {Action} {Object Description}
+</item>
+
+<!-- Validate document -->
+<item cmd="*validate-{object}"
+   validate-workflow="{output_folder}/{document}.md"
+   workflow="{project-root}/bmad/{module}/workflows/{workflow}/workflow.yaml">
+  Validate {Object Description}
+</item>
+```
+
+### Task Command
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*{action}"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/{module}/tasks/{task}.md">
+  {Action Description}
+</item>
+```
+
+### Template Command
+
+```xml
+<item cmd="*{document}"
+   exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+   tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/{module}/templates/{template}.md">
+  Create {Document Name}
+</item>
+```
+
+## Self-Contained Agent Patterns
+
+### When to Use Each Approach
+
+**Inline Action (`action="prompt"`)**
+
+- Prompt is < 2 lines
+- Simple, direct instruction
+- Not reused elsewhere
+- Quick transformations
+
+**Referenced Prompt (`action="#prompt-id"`)**
+
+- Prompt is multiline/complex
+- Contains structured steps
+- May be reused by multiple commands
+- Maintains readability
+
+**External Task (`exec="path/to/task.md"`)**
+
+- Logic needs to be shared across agents
+- Task is independently valuable
+- Requires version control separately
+- Part of larger workflow system
+
+### Complete Self-Contained Agent
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/research/agents/analyst.md" name="Research Analyst" icon="🔬">
+  <!-- Embedded prompt library -->
+  <prompts>
+    <prompt id="swot-analysis">
+      Perform a SWOT analysis:
+
+      STRENGTHS (Internal, Positive)
+      - What advantages exist?
+      - What do we do well?
+      - What unique resources?
+
+      WEAKNESSES (Internal, Negative)
+      - What could improve?
+      - Where are resource gaps?
+      - What needs development?
+
+      OPPORTUNITIES (External, Positive)
+      - What trends can we leverage?
+      - What market gaps exist?
+      - What partnerships are possible?
+
+      THREATS (External, Negative)
+      - What competition exists?
+      - What risks are emerging?
+      - What could disrupt us?
+
+      Provide specific examples and actionable insights for each quadrant.
+    </prompt>
+
+    <prompt id="competitive-intel">
+      Analyze competitive landscape:
+      1. Identify top 5 competitors
+      2. Compare features and capabilities
+      3. Analyze pricing strategies
+      4. Evaluate market positioning
+      5. Assess strengths and vulnerabilities
+      6. Recommend competitive strategies
+    </prompt>
+  </prompts>
+
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+
+    <!-- Simple inline actions -->
+    <item cmd="*summarize"
+       action="create executive summary of findings">
+      Create Executive Summary
+    </item>
+
+    <!-- Complex referenced prompts -->
+    <item cmd="*swot"
+       action="#swot-analysis">
+      Perform SWOT Analysis
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*compete"
+       action="#competitive-intel"
+       data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/market-data.csv">
+      Analyze Competition
+    </item>
+
+    <!-- Hybrid: external task with internal data -->
+    <item cmd="*report"
+       exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/create-doc.md"
+       tmpl="{project-root}/bmad/research/templates/report.md">
+      Generate Research Report
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+## Simple Agent Example
+
+For agents that primarily use embedded logic:
+
+```xml
+<agent name="Data Analyst">
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered cmd list</item>
+
+    <!-- Action commands for direct operations -->
+    <item cmd="*list-metrics"
+       action="list all available metrics from the dataset">
+      List Available Metrics
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*analyze"
+       action="perform statistical analysis on the provided data"
+       data="{project-root}/bmad/_data/dataset.csv">
+      Analyze Dataset
+    </item>
+
+    <item cmd="*visualize"
+       action="create visualization recommendations for this data">
+      Suggest Visualizations
+    </item>
+
+    <!-- Embedded logic commands -->
+    <item cmd="*calculate">Perform calculations</item>
+    <item cmd="*interpret">Interpret results</item>
+
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit with confirmation</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+## LLM Building Guide
+
+When creating commands:
+
+1. Start with *help and *exit
+2. Choose appropriate command type:
+   - Complex multi-step? Use `run-workflow`
+   - Single operation? Use `exec`
+   - Need template? Use `exec` + `tmpl`
+   - Simple prompt? Use `action`
+   - Agent handles it? Use no attributes
+3. Add `data` attribute if supplementary info needed
+4. Add primary workflows (main value)
+5. Add secondary tasks
+6. Include utility commands
+7. Test each command works
+8. Verify no duplicates
+9. Ensure clear descriptions

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+# BMAD Agent Types Reference
+
+## Overview
+
+BMAD agents come in three distinct types, each designed for different use cases and complexity levels. The type determines where the agent is stored and what capabilities it has.
+
+## Directory Structure by Type
+
+### Standalone Agents (Simple & Expert)
+
+Live in their own dedicated directories under `bmad/agents/`:
+
+```
+bmad/agents/
+├── my-helper/                   # Simple agent
+│   ├── my-helper.agent.yaml     # Agent definition
+│   └── my-helper.md             # Built XML (generated)
+│
+└── domain-expert/               # Expert agent
+    ├── domain-expert.agent.yaml
+    ├── domain-expert.md         # Built XML
+    └── domain-expert-sidecar/   # Expert resources
+        ├── memories.md          # Persistent memory
+        ├── instructions.md      # Private directives
+        └── knowledge/           # Domain knowledge
+
+```
+
+### Module Agents
+
+Part of a module system under `bmad/{module}/agents/`:
+
+```
+bmad/bmm/agents/
+├── product-manager.agent.yaml
+├── product-manager.md           # Built XML
+├── business-analyst.agent.yaml
+└── business-analyst.md          # Built XML
+```
+
+## Agent Types
+
+### 1. Simple Agent
+
+**Purpose:** Self-contained, standalone agents with embedded capabilities
+
+**Location:** `bmad/agents/{agent-name}/`
+
+**Characteristics:**
+
+- All logic embedded within the agent file
+- No external dependencies
+- Quick to create and deploy
+- Perfect for single-purpose tools
+- Lives in its own directory
+
+**Use Cases:**
+
+- Calculator agents
+- Format converters
+- Simple analyzers
+- Static advisors
+
+**YAML Structure (source):**
+
+```yaml
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    name: 'Helper'
+    title: 'Simple Helper'
+    icon: '🤖'
+    type: 'simple'
+  persona:
+    role: 'Simple Helper Role'
+    identity: '...'
+    communication_style: '...'
+    principles: ['...']
+  menu:
+    - trigger: calculate
+      description: 'Perform calculation'
+```
+
+**XML Structure (built):**
+
+```xml
+<agent id="simple-agent" name="Helper" title="Simple Helper" icon="🤖">
+  <persona>
+    <role>Simple Helper Role</role>
+    <identity>...</identity>
+    <communication_style>...</communication_style>
+    <principles>...</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <embedded-data>
+    <!-- Optional embedded data/logic -->
+  </embedded-data>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show commands</item>
+    <item cmd="*calculate">Perform calculation</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+### 2. Expert Agent
+
+**Purpose:** Specialized agents with domain expertise and sidecar resources
+
+**Location:** `bmad/agents/{agent-name}/` with sidecar directory
+
+**Characteristics:**
+
+- Has access to specific folders/files
+- Domain-restricted operations
+- Maintains specialized knowledge
+- Can have memory/context files
+- Includes sidecar directory for resources
+
+**Use Cases:**
+
+- Personal diary agent (only accesses diary folder)
+- Project-specific assistant (knows project context)
+- Domain expert (medical, legal, technical)
+- Personal coach with history
+
+**YAML Structure (source):**
+
+```yaml
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    name: 'Domain Expert'
+    title: 'Specialist'
+    icon: '🎯'
+    type: 'expert'
+  persona:
+    role: 'Domain Specialist Role'
+    identity: '...'
+    communication_style: '...'
+    principles: ['...']
+  critical_actions:
+    - 'Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/instructions.md and follow ALL directives'
+    - 'Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/memories.md into permanent context'
+    - 'ONLY access {user-folder}/diary/ - NO OTHER FOLDERS'
+  menu:
+    - trigger: analyze
+      description: 'Analyze domain-specific data'
+```
+
+**XML Structure (built):**
+
+```xml
+<agent id="expert-agent" name="Domain Expert" title="Specialist" icon="🎯">
+  <persona>
+    <role>Domain Specialist Role</role>
+    <identity>...</identity>
+    <communication_style>...</communication_style>
+    <principles>...</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <critical-actions>
+    <!-- CRITICAL: Load sidecar files explicitly -->
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/instructions.md and follow ALL directives</i>
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">Load COMPLETE file {agent-folder}/memories.md into permanent context</i>
+    <i critical="MANDATORY">ONLY access {user-folder}/diary/ - NO OTHER FOLDERS</i>
+  </critical-actions>
+  <menu>...</menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+**Complete Directory Structure:**
+
+```
+bmad/agents/expert-agent/
+├── expert-agent.agent.yaml      # Agent YAML source
+├── expert-agent.md              # Built XML (generated)
+└── expert-agent-sidecar/        # Sidecar resources
+    ├── memories.md              # Persistent memory
+    ├── instructions.md          # Private directives
+    ├── knowledge/               # Domain knowledge base
+    │   └── README.md
+    └── sessions/                # Session notes
+```
+
+### 3. Module Agent
+
+**Purpose:** Full-featured agents belonging to a module with access to workflows and resources
+
+**Location:** `bmad/{module}/agents/`
+
+**Characteristics:**
+
+- Part of a BMAD module (bmm, bmb, cis)
+- Access to multiple workflows
+- Can invoke other tasks and agents
+- Professional/enterprise grade
+- Integrated with module workflows
+
+**Use Cases:**
+
+- Product Manager (creates PRDs, manages requirements)
+- Security Engineer (threat models, security reviews)
+- Test Architect (test strategies, automation)
+- Business Analyst (market research, requirements)
+
+**YAML Structure (source):**
+
+```yaml
+agent:
+  metadata:
+    name: 'John'
+    title: 'Product Manager'
+    icon: '📋'
+    module: 'bmm'
+    type: 'module'
+  persona:
+    role: 'Product Management Expert'
+    identity: '...'
+    communication_style: '...'
+    principles: ['...']
+  critical_actions:
+    - 'Load config from {project-root}/bmad/{module}/config.yaml'
+  menu:
+    - trigger: create-prd
+      workflow: '{project-root}/bmad/bmm/workflows/prd/workflow.yaml'
+      description: 'Create PRD'
+    - trigger: validate
+      exec: '{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/validate-workflow.xml'
+      description: 'Validate document'
+```
+
+**XML Structure (built):**
+
+```xml
+<agent id="bmad/bmm/agents/pm.md" name="John" title="Product Manager" icon="📋">
+  <persona>
+    <role>Product Management Expert</role>
+    <identity>...</identity>
+    <communication_style>...</communication_style>
+    <principles>...</principles>
+  </persona>
+  <critical-actions>
+    <i>Load config from {project-root}/bmad/{module}/config.yaml</i>
+  </critical-actions>
+  <menu>
+    <item cmd="*help">Show numbered menu</item>
+    <item cmd="*create-prd" run-workflow="{project-root}/bmad/bmm/workflows/prd/workflow.yaml">Create PRD</item>
+    <item cmd="*validate" exec="{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/validate-workflow.xml">Validate document</item>
+    <item cmd="*exit">Exit</item>
+  </menu>
+</agent>
+```
+
+## Choosing the Right Type
+
+### Choose Simple Agent when:
+
+- Single, well-defined purpose
+- No external data needed
+- Quick utility functions
+- Embedded logic is sufficient
+
+### Choose Expert Agent when:
+
+- Domain-specific expertise required
+- Need to maintain context/memory
+- Restricted to specific data/folders
+- Personal or specialized use case
+
+### Choose Module Agent when:
+
+- Part of larger system/module
+- Needs multiple workflows
+- Professional/team use
+- Complex multi-step processes
+
+## Migration Path
+
+```
+Simple Agent → Expert Agent → Module Agent
+```
+
+Agents can evolve:
+
+1. Start with Simple for proof of concept
+2. Add sidecar resources to become Expert
+3. Integrate with module to become Module Agent
+
+## Best Practices
+
+1. **Start Simple:** Begin with the simplest type that meets your needs
+2. **Domain Boundaries:** Expert agents should have clear domain restrictions
+3. **Module Integration:** Module agents should follow module conventions
+4. **Resource Management:** Document all external resources clearly
+5. **Evolution Planning:** Design with potential growth in mind

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+# Agent Brainstorming Context
+
+_Context provided to brainstorming workflow when creating a new BMAD agent_
+
+## Session Focus
+
+You are brainstorming ideas for a **BMAD agent** - an AI persona with specific expertise, personality, and capabilities that helps users accomplish tasks through commands and workflows.
+
+## What is a BMAD Agent?
+
+An agent is an AI persona that embodies:
+
+- **Personality**: Unique identity, communication style, and character
+- **Expertise**: Specialized knowledge and domain mastery
+- **Commands**: Actions users can invoke (*help, *analyze, \*create, etc.)
+- **Workflows**: Guided processes the agent orchestrates
+- **Type**: Simple (standalone), Expert (domain + sidecar), or Module (integrated team member)
+
+## Brainstorming Goals
+
+Explore and define:
+
+### 1. Agent Identity and Personality
+
+- **Who are they?** (name, backstory, motivation)
+- **How do they talk?** (formal, casual, quirky, enthusiastic, wise)
+- **What's their vibe?** (superhero, mentor, sidekick, wizard, captain, rebel)
+- **What makes them memorable?** (catchphrases, quirks, style)
+
+### 2. Expertise and Capabilities
+
+- **What do they know deeply?** (domain expertise)
+- **What can they do?** (analyze, create, review, research, deploy)
+- **What problems do they solve?** (specific user pain points)
+- **What makes them unique?** (special skills or approaches)
+
+### 3. Commands and Actions
+
+- **What commands?** (5-10 main actions users invoke)
+- **What workflows do they run?** (document creation, analysis, automation)
+- **What tasks do they perform?** (quick operations without full workflows)
+- **What's their killer command?** (the one thing they're known for)
+
+### 4. Agent Type and Context
+
+- **Simple Agent?** Self-contained, no dependencies, quick utility
+- **Expert Agent?** Domain-specific with sidecar data/memory files
+- **Module Agent?** Part of a team, integrates with other agents
+
+## Creative Constraints
+
+A great BMAD agent should be:
+
+- **Distinct**: Clear personality that stands out
+- **Useful**: Solves real problems effectively
+- **Focused**: Expertise in specific domain (not generic assistant)
+- **Memorable**: Users remember and want to use them
+- **Composable**: Works well alone or with other agents
+
+## Agent Personality Dimensions
+
+### Communication Styles
+
+- **Professional**: Clear, direct, business-focused (e.g., "Data Analyst")
+- **Enthusiastic**: Energetic, exclamation points, emojis (e.g., "Hype Coach")
+- **Wise Mentor**: Patient, insightful, asks good questions (e.g., "Strategy Sage")
+- **Quirky Genius**: Eccentric, clever, unusual metaphors (e.g., "Mad Scientist")
+- **Action Hero**: Bold, confident, gets things done (e.g., "Deploy Captain")
+- **Creative Spirit**: Artistic, imaginative, playful (e.g., "Story Weaver")
+
+### Expertise Archetypes
+
+- **Analyst**: Researches, evaluates, provides insights
+- **Creator**: Generates documents, code, designs
+- **Reviewer**: Critiques, validates, improves quality
+- **Orchestrator**: Coordinates processes, manages workflows
+- **Specialist**: Deep expertise in narrow domain
+- **Generalist**: Broad knowledge, connects dots
+
+## Agent Command Patterns
+
+Every agent needs:
+
+- `*help` - Show available commands
+- `*exit` - Clean exit with confirmation
+
+Common command types:
+
+- **Creation**: `*create-X`, `*generate-X`, `*write-X`
+- **Analysis**: `*analyze-X`, `*research-X`, `*evaluate-X`
+- **Review**: `*review-X`, `*validate-X`, `*check-X`
+- **Action**: `*deploy-X`, `*run-X`, `*execute-X`
+- **Query**: `*find-X`, `*search-X`, `*show-X`
+
+## Agent Type Decision Tree
+
+**Choose Simple Agent if:**
+
+- Standalone utility (calculator, formatter, picker)
+- No persistent data needed
+- Self-contained logic
+- Quick, focused task
+
+**Choose Expert Agent if:**
+
+- Domain-specific expertise
+- Needs memory/context files
+- Sidecar data folder
+- Personal/private domain (diary, journal)
+
+**Choose Module Agent if:**
+
+- Part of larger system
+- Coordinates with other agents
+- Invokes module workflows
+- Team member role
+
+## Example Agent Concepts
+
+### Professional Agents
+
+- **Sarah the Data Analyst**: Crunches numbers, creates visualizations, finds insights
+- **Max the DevOps Captain**: Deploys apps, monitors systems, troubleshoots issues
+- **Luna the Researcher**: Dives deep into topics, synthesizes findings, creates reports
+
+### Creative Agents
+
+- **Zephyr the Story Weaver**: Crafts narratives, develops characters, builds worlds
+- **Nova the Music Muse**: Composes melodies, suggests arrangements, provides feedback
+- **Atlas the World Builder**: Creates game worlds, designs systems, generates content
+
+### Personal Agents
+
+- **Coach Riley**: Tracks goals, provides motivation, celebrates wins
+- **Mentor Morgan**: Guides learning, asks questions, challenges thinking
+- **Keeper Quinn**: Maintains diary, preserves memories, reflects on growth
+
+## Suggested Brainstorming Techniques
+
+Particularly effective for agent creation:
+
+1. **Character Building**: Develop full backstory and motivation
+2. **Theatrical Improv**: Act out agent personality
+3. **Day in the Life**: Imagine typical interactions
+4. **Catchphrase Generation**: Find their unique voice
+5. **Role Play Scenarios**: Test personality in different situations
+
+## Key Questions to Answer
+
+1. What is the agent's name and basic identity?
+2. What's their communication style and personality?
+3. What domain expertise do they embody?
+4. What are their 5-10 core commands?
+5. What workflows do they orchestrate?
+6. What makes them memorable and fun to use?
+7. Simple, Expert, or Module agent type?
+8. If Expert: What sidecar resources?
+9. If Module: Which module and what's their team role?
+
+## Output Goals
+
+Generate:
+
+- **Agent name**: Memorable, fitting the role
+- **Personality sketch**: Communication style, quirks, vibe
+- **Expertise summary**: What they know deeply
+- **Command list**: 5-10 actions with brief descriptions
+- **Unique angle**: What makes this agent special
+- **Use cases**: 3-5 scenarios where this agent shines
+- **Agent type**: Simple/Expert/Module with rationale
+
+---
+
+_This focused context helps create distinctive, useful BMAD agents_

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+# Build Agent Validation Checklist (YAML Agents)
+
+## Agent Structure Validation
+
+### YAML Structure
+
+- [ ] YAML parses without errors
+- [ ] `agent.metadata` includes: `id`, `name`, `title`, `icon`, `module`
+- [ ] `agent.persona` exists with role, identity, communication_style, and principles
+- [ ] `agent.menu` exists with at least one item
+
+### Core Components
+
+- [ ] `metadata.id` points to final compiled path: `bmad/{{module}}/agents/{{agent}}.md`
+- [ ] `metadata.module` matches the module folder (e.g., `bmm`, `bmb`, `cis`)
+- [ ] Principles are an array (preferred) or string with clear values
+
+## Persona Completeness
+
+- [ ] Role clearly defines primary expertise area (1–2 lines)
+- [ ] Identity includes relevant background and strengths (3–5 lines)
+- [ ] Communication style gives concrete guidance (3–5 lines)
+- [ ] Principles present and meaningful (no placeholders)
+
+## Menu Validation
+
+- [ ] Triggers do not start with `*` (auto-prefixed during build)
+- [ ] Each item has a `description`
+- [ ] Handlers use valid attributes (`workflow`, `exec`, `tmpl`, `data`, `action`)
+- [ ] Paths use `{project-root}` or valid variables
+- [ ] No duplicate triggers
+
+## Optional Sections
+
+- [ ] `prompts` defined when using `action: "#id"`
+- [ ] `critical_actions` present if custom activation steps are needed
+- [ ] Customize file (if created) located at `{project-root}/bmad/_cfg/agents/{{module}}-{{agent}}.customize.yaml`
+
+## Build Verification
+
+- [ ] Run compile to build `.md`: `npm run install:bmad` → "Compile Agents" (or `bmad install` → Compile)
+- [ ] Confirm compiled file exists at `{project-root}/bmad/{{module}}/agents/{{agent}}.md`
+
+## Final Quality
+
+- [ ] Filename is kebab-case and ends with `.agent.yaml`
+- [ ] Output location correctly placed in module or standalone directory
+- [ ] Agent purpose and commands are clear and consistent
+
+## Issues Found
+
+### Critical Issues
+
+<!-- List any issues that MUST be fixed before agent can function -->
+
+### Warnings
+
+<!-- List any issues that should be addressed but won't break functionality -->
+
+### Improvements
+
+<!-- List any optional enhancements that could improve the agent -->

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+# Agent Communication Styles Guide
+
+## The Power of Personality
+
+Agents with distinct communication styles are more memorable, engaging, and fun to work with. A good quirk makes the agent feel alive!
+
+## Style Categories
+
+### 🎬 Cinema and TV Inspired
+
+**Film Noir Detective**
+
+The terminal glowed like a neon sign in a rain-soaked alley. I had three suspects:
+bad input validation, a race condition, and that sketchy third-party library.
+My gut told me to follow the stack trace. In this business, the stack trace never lies.
+
+**80s Action Movie**
+
+_cracks knuckles_ Listen up, code! You've been running wild for too long!
+Time to bring some LAW and ORDER to this codebase! _explosion sound effect_
+No bug is getting past me! I eat null pointers for BREAKFAST!
+
+**Shakespearean Drama**
+
+To debug, or not to debug - that is the question!
+Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous errors,
+Or to take arms against a sea of bugs, and by opposing, end them?
+
+### 🎮 Gaming and Pop Culture
+
+**Dungeon Master**
+
+_rolls dice_ You encounter a wild NullPointerException! It has 15 HP and an armor class of 12.
+What do you do? You can: 1 Try-catch block (defensive spell), 2 Debug (investigation check),
+3 Console.log everything (barbarian rage). Choose wisely, adventurer!
+
+**Speedrunner**
+
+Alright chat, we're going for the any% world record refactor!
+Frame-perfect optimization incoming! If we clip through this abstraction layer
+we can save 3ms on every API call. LET'S GOOOO!
+
+### 🌍 Cultural Archetypes
+
+**British Butler**
+
+I've taken the liberty of organizing your imports alphabetically, sir/madam.
+Might I suggest a spot of refactoring with your afternoon tea?
+The code coverage report is ready for your perusal at your convenience.
+Very good, sir/madam.
+
+**Zen Master**
+
+The bug you seek is not in the code, but in the assumption.
+Empty your cache, as you would empty your mind.
+When the test passes, it makes no sound.
+Be like water - async and flowing.
+
+**Southern Hospitality**
+
+Well bless your heart, looks like you've got yourself a little bug there!
+Don't you worry none, we'll fix it up real nice.
+Can I get you some sweet tea while we debug?
+Y'all come back now if you need more help!
+
+### 🔬 Professional Personas
+
+**McKinsey Consultant**
+
+Let me break this down into three key buckets.
+First, we need to align on the strategic imperatives.
+Second, we'll leverage best practices to drive synergies.
+Third, we'll action items to move the needle. Net-net: significant value-add.
+
+**Startup Founder**
+
+Okay so basically we're going to disrupt the entire way you write code!
+This is going to be HUGE! We're talking 10x productivity gains!
+Let's move fast and break things! Well... let's move fast and fix things!
+We're not just writing code, we're changing the world!
+
+### 🎭 Character Quirks
+
+**Overcaffeinated Developer**
+
+OH WOW OKAY SO - _sips coffee_ - WE HAVE A BUG BUT ITS FINE ITS TOTALLY FINE
+I KNOW EXACTLY WHAT TO DO _types at 200wpm_ JUST NEED TO REFACTOR EVERYTHING
+WAIT NO ACTUALLY _more coffee_ I HAVE A BETTER IDEA! Have you tried... TYPESCRIPT?!
+
+**Dad Joke Enthusiast**
+
+Why did the developer go broke? Because he used up all his cache!
+_chuckles at own joke_
+Speaking of cache, let's clear yours and see if that fixes the issue.
+I promise my debugging skills are better than my jokes! ...I hope!
+
+### 🚀 Sci-Fi and Space
+
+**Star Trek Officer**
+
+Captain's Log, Supplemental: The anomaly in the codebase appears to be a temporal loop
+in the async function. Mr. Data suggests we reverse the polarity of the promise chain.
+Number One, make it so. Engage debugging protocols on my mark.
+_taps combadge_ Engineering, we need more processing power!
+Red Alert! All hands to debugging stations!
+
+**Star Trek Engineer**
+
+Captain, I'm givin' her all she's got! The CPU cannae take much more!
+If we push this algorithm any harder, the whole system's gonna blow!
+_frantically typing_ I can maybe squeeze 10% more performance if we
+reroute power from the console.logs to the main execution thread!
+
+### 📺 TV Drama
+
+**Soap Opera Dramatic**
+
+_turns dramatically to camera_
+This function... I TRUSTED it! We had HISTORY together - three commits worth!
+But now? _single tear_ It's throwing exceptions behind my back!
+_grabs another function_ YOU KNEW ABOUT THIS BUG ALL ALONG, DIDN'T YOU?!
+_dramatic music swells_ I'LL NEVER IMPORT YOU AGAIN!
+
+**Reality TV Confessional**
+
+_whispering to camera in confessional booth_
+Okay so like, that Array.sort() function? It's literally SO toxic.
+It mutates IN PLACE. Who does that?! I didn't come here to deal with side effects!
+_applies lip gloss_ I'm forming an alliance with map() and filter().
+We're voting sort() off the codebase at tonight's pull request ceremony.
+
+**Reality Competition**
+
+Listen up, coders! For today's challenge, you need to refactor this legacy code
+in under 30 minutes! The winner gets immunity from the next code review!
+_dramatic pause_ BUT WAIT - there's a TWIST! You can only use VANILLA JAVASCRIPT!
+_contestants gasp_ The clock starts... NOW! GO GO GO!
+
+## Creating Custom Styles
+
+### Formula for Memorable Communication
+
+1. **Choose a Core Voice** - Who is this character?
+2. **Add Signature Phrases** - What do they always say?
+3. **Define Speech Patterns** - How do they structure sentences?
+4. **Include Quirks** - What makes them unique?
+
+### Examples of Custom Combinations
+
+**Cooking Show + Military**
+
+ALRIGHT RECRUITS! Today we're preparing a beautiful Redux reducer!
+First, we MISE EN PLACE our action types - that's French for GET YOUR CODE TOGETHER!
+We're going to sauté these event handlers until they're GOLDEN BROWN!
+MOVE WITH PURPOSE! SEASON WITH SEMICOLONS!
+
+**Nature Documentary + Conspiracy Theorist**
+
+The wild JavaScript function stalks its prey... but wait... notice how it ALWAYS
+knows where the data is? That's not natural selection, folks. Someone DESIGNED it
+this way. The console.logs are watching. They're ALWAYS watching.
+Nature? Or intelligent debugging? You decide.
+
+## Tips for Success
+
+1. **Stay Consistent** - Once you pick a style, commit to it
+2. **Don't Overdo It** - Quirks should enhance, not distract
+3. **Match the Task** - Serious bugs might need serious personas
+4. **Have Fun** - If you're not smiling while writing it, try again
+
+## Quick Style Generator
+
+Roll a d20 (or pick randomly):
+
+1. Talks like they're narrating a nature documentary
+2. Everything is a cooking metaphor
+3. Constantly makes pop culture references
+4. Speaks in haikus when explaining complex topics
+5. Acts like they're hosting a game show
+6. Paranoid about "big tech" watching
+7. Overly enthusiastic about EVERYTHING
+8. Talks like a medieval knight
+9. Sports commentator energy
+10. Speaks like a GPS navigator
+11. Everything is a Star Wars reference
+12. Talks like a yoga instructor
+13. Old-timey radio announcer
+14. Conspiracy theorist but about code
+15. Motivational speaker energy
+16. Talks to code like it's a pet
+17. Weather forecaster style
+18. Museum tour guide energy
+19. Airline pilot announcements
+20. Reality TV show narrator
+21. Star Trek crew member (Captain/Engineer/Vulcan)
+22. Soap opera dramatic protagonist
+23. Reality dating show contestant
+
+## Remember
+
+The best agents are the ones that make you want to interact with them again.
+A memorable personality turns a tool into a companion!

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+# Build Agent - Interactive Agent Builder Instructions
+
+<critical>The workflow execution engine is governed by: {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml</critical>
+<critical>You MUST have already loaded and processed: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml</critical>
+<critical>Study YAML agent examples in: {project-root}/bmad/bmm/agents/ for patterns</critical>
+<critical>Communicate in {communication_language} throughout the agent creation process</critical>
+
+<workflow>
+
+<step n="-1" goal="Optional brainstorming for agent ideas" optional="true">
+  <ask>Do you want to brainstorm agent ideas first? [y/n]</ask>
+
+  <check if="user answered yes">
+    <action>Invoke brainstorming workflow: {project-root}/bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml</action>
+    <action>Pass context data: {installed_path}/brainstorm-context.md</action>
+    <action>Wait for brainstorming session completion</action>
+    <action>Use brainstorming output to inform agent identity and persona development in following steps</action>
+  </check>
+
+  <check if="user answered no">
+    <action>Proceed directly to Step 0</action>
+  </check>
+
+<template-output>brainstorming_results</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="0" goal="Load technical documentation">
+<critical>Load and understand the agent building documentation</critical>
+<action>Load agent architecture reference: {agent_architecture}</action>
+<action>Load agent types guide: {agent_types}</action>
+<action>Load command patterns: {agent_commands}</action>
+<action>Understand the YAML agent schema and how it compiles to final .md via the installer</action>
+<action>Understand the differences between Simple, Expert, and Module agents</action>
+</step>
+
+<step n="1" goal="Discover the agent's purpose and type through natural conversation">
+<action>If brainstorming was completed in Step -1, reference those results to guide the conversation</action>
+
+<action>Guide user to articulate their agent's core purpose, exploring the problems it will solve, tasks it will handle, target users, and what makes it special</action>
+
+<action>As the purpose becomes clear, analyze the conversation to determine the appropriate agent type:</action>
+
+**Agent Type Decision Criteria:**
+
+- Simple Agent: Single-purpose, straightforward, self-contained
+- Expert Agent: Domain-specific with knowledge base needs
+- Module Agent: Complex with multiple workflows and system integration
+
+<action>Present your recommendation naturally, explaining why the agent type fits their described purpose and requirements</action>
+
+**Path Determination:**
+
+  <check if="module agent selected">
+    <action>Discover which module system fits best (bmm, bmb, cis, or custom)</action>
+    <action>Store as {{target_module}} for path determination</action>
+    <note>Agent will be saved to: bmad/{{target_module}}/agents/</note>
+  </check>
+
+  <check if="standalone agent selected">
+    <action>Explain this will be their personal agent, not tied to a module</action>
+    <note>Agent will be saved to: bmad/agents/{{agent-name}}/</note>
+    <note>All sidecar files will be in the same folder</note>
+  </check>
+
+<critical>Determine agent location:</critical>
+
+- Module Agent → bmad/{{module}}/agents/{{agent-name}}.agent.yaml
+- Standalone Agent → bmad/agents/{{agent-name}}/{{agent-name}}.agent.yaml
+
+<note>Keep agent naming/identity details for later - let them emerge naturally through the creation process</note>
+
+<template-output>agent_purpose_and_type</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="2" goal="Shape the agent's personality through discovery">
+<action>If brainstorming was completed, weave personality insights naturally into the conversation</action>
+
+<action>Guide user to envision the agent's personality by exploring how analytical vs creative, formal vs casual, and mentor vs peer vs assistant traits would make it excel at its job</action>
+
+**Role Development:**
+<action>Let the role emerge from the conversation, guiding toward a clear 1-2 line professional title that captures the agent's essence</action>
+<example>Example emerged role: "Strategic Business Analyst + Requirements Expert"</example>
+
+**Identity Development:**
+<action>Build the agent's identity through discovery of what background and specializations would give it credibility, forming a natural 3-5 line identity statement</action>
+<example>Example emerged identity: "Senior analyst with deep expertise in market research..."</example>
+
+**Communication Style Selection:**
+<action>Load the communication styles guide: {communication_styles}</action>
+
+<action>Based on the emerging personality, suggest 2-3 communication styles that would fit naturally, offering to show all options if they want to explore more</action>
+
+**Style Categories Available:**
+
+**Fun Presets:**
+
+1. Pulp Superhero - Dramatic flair, heroic, epic adventures
+2. Film Noir Detective - Mysterious, noir dialogue, hunches
+3. Wild West Sheriff - Western drawl, partner talk, frontier justice
+4. Shakespearean Scholar - Elizabethan language, theatrical
+5. 80s Action Hero - One-liners, macho, bubblegum
+6. Pirate Captain - Ahoy, treasure hunting, nautical terms
+7. Wise Sage/Yoda - Cryptic wisdom, inverted syntax
+8. Game Show Host - Enthusiastic, game show tropes
+
+**Professional Presets:** 9. Analytical Expert - Systematic, data-driven, hierarchical 10. Supportive Mentor - Patient guidance, celebrates wins 11. Direct Consultant - Straight to the point, efficient 12. Collaborative Partner - Team-oriented, inclusive
+
+**Quirky Presets:** 13. Cooking Show Chef - Recipe metaphors, culinary terms 14. Sports Commentator - Play-by-play, excitement 15. Nature Documentarian - Wildlife documentary style 16. Time Traveler - Temporal references, timeline talk 17. Conspiracy Theorist - Everything is connected 18. Zen Master - Philosophical, paradoxical 19. Star Trek Captain - Space exploration protocols 20. Soap Opera Drama - Dramatic reveals, gasps 21. Reality TV Contestant - Confessionals, drama
+
+<action>If user wants to see more examples or create custom styles, show relevant sections from {communication_styles} guide and help them craft their unique style</action>
+
+**Principles Development:**
+<action>Guide user to articulate 5-8 core principles that should guide the agent's decisions, shaping their thoughts into "I believe..." or "I operate..." statements that reveal themselves through the conversation</action>
+
+<template-output>agent_persona</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="3" goal="Build capabilities through natural progression">
+<action>Guide user to define what capabilities the agent should have, starting with core commands they've mentioned and then exploring additional possibilities that would complement the agent's purpose</action>
+
+<action>As capabilities emerge, subtly guide toward technical implementation without breaking the conversational flow</action>
+
+<template-output>initial_capabilities</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="4" goal="Refine commands and discover advanced features">
+<critical>Help and Exit are auto-injected; do NOT add them. Triggers are auto-prefixed with * during build.</critical>
+
+<action>Transform their natural language capabilities into technical YAML command structure, explaining the implementation approach as you structure each capability into workflows, actions, or prompts</action>
+
+<check if="agent will invoke workflows or have significant user interaction">
+  <action>Discuss interaction style for this agent:
+
+Since this agent will {{invoke_workflows/interact_significantly}}, consider how it should interact with users:
+
+**For Full/Module Agents with workflows:**
+
+**Interaction Style** (for workflows this agent invokes):
+
+- **Intent-based (Recommended)**: Workflows adapt conversation to user context, skill level, needs
+- **Prescriptive**: Workflows use structured questions with specific options
+- **Mixed**: Strategic use of both (most workflows will be mixed)
+
+**Interactivity Level** (for workflows this agent invokes):
+
+- **High (Collaborative)**: Constant user collaboration, iterative refinement
+- **Medium (Guided)**: Key decision points with validation
+- **Low (Autonomous)**: Minimal input, final review
+
+Explain: "Most BMAD v6 workflows default to **intent-based + medium/high interactivity**
+for better user experience. Your agent's workflows can be created with these defaults,
+or we can note specific preferences for workflows you plan to add."
+
+**For Standalone/Expert Agents with interactive features:**
+
+Consider how this agent should interact during its operation:
+
+- **Adaptive**: Agent adjusts communication style and depth based on user responses
+- **Structured**: Agent follows consistent patterns and formats
+- **Teaching**: Agent educates while executing (good for expert agents)
+
+Note any interaction preferences for future workflow creation.
+</action>
+</check>
+
+<action>If they seem engaged, explore whether they'd like to add special prompts for complex analyses or critical setup steps for agent activation</action>
+
+<action>Build the YAML menu structure naturally from the conversation, ensuring each command has proper trigger, workflow/action reference, and description</action>
+
+<action>For commands that will invoke workflows, note whether those workflows exist or need to be created:
+
+- Existing workflows: Verify paths are correct
+- New workflows needed: Note that they'll be created with intent-based + interactive defaults unless specified
+  </action>
+
+<example>
+```yaml
+menu:
+  # Commands emerge from discussion
+  - trigger: [emerging from conversation]
+    workflow: [path based on capability]
+    description: [user's words refined]
+```
+</example>
+
+<template-output>agent_commands</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="5" goal="Name the agent at the perfect moment">
+<action>Guide user to name the agent based on everything discovered so far - its purpose, personality, and capabilities, helping them see how the naming naturally emerges from who this agent is</action>
+
+<action>Explore naming options by connecting personality traits, specializations, and communication style to potential names that feel meaningful and appropriate</action>
+
+**Naming Elements:**
+
+- Agent name: Personality-driven (e.g., "Sarah", "Max", "Data Wizard")
+- Agent title: Based on the role discovered earlier
+- Agent icon: Emoji that captures its essence
+- Filename: Auto-suggest based on name (kebab-case)
+
+<action>Present natural suggestions based on the agent's characteristics, letting them choose or create their own since they now know who this agent truly is</action>
+
+<template-output>agent_identity</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="6" goal="Bring it all together">
+<action>Share the journey of what you've created together, summarizing how the agent started with a purpose, discovered its personality traits, gained capabilities, and received its name</action>
+
+<action>Generate the complete YAML incorporating all discovered elements:</action>
+
+<example type="yaml">
+  agent:
+    metadata:
+      id: bmad/{{target_module}}/agents/{{agent_filename}}.md
+      name: {{agent_name}} # The name chosen together
+      title: {{agent_title}} # From the role that emerged
+      icon: {{agent_icon}} # The perfect emoji
+      module: {{target_module}}
+
+persona:
+role: |
+{{The role discovered}}
+identity: |
+{{The background that emerged}}
+communication_style: |
+{{The style they loved}}
+principles: {{The beliefs articulated}}
+
+# Features explored
+
+prompts: {{if discussed}}
+critical_actions: {{if needed}}
+
+menu: {{The capabilities built}}
+</example>
+
+<critical>Save based on agent type:</critical>
+
+- If Module Agent: Save to {module_output_file}
+- If Standalone (Simple/Expert): Save to {standalone_output_file}
+
+<action>Celebrate the completed agent with enthusiasm</action>
+
+<template-output>complete_agent</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="7" goal="Optional personalization" optional="true">
+<ask>Would you like to create a customization file? This lets you tweak the agent's personality later without touching the core agent.</ask>
+
+  <check if="user interested">
+    <action>Explain how the customization file gives them a playground to experiment with different personality traits, add new commands, or adjust responses as they get to know the agent better</action>
+
+    <action>Create customization file at: {config_output_file}</action>
+
+    <example>
+    ```yaml
+    # Personal tweaks for {{agent_name}}
+    # Experiment freely - changes merge at build time
+    agent:
+      metadata:
+        name: '' # Try nicknames!
+      persona:
+        role: ''
+        identity: ''
+        communication_style: '' # Switch styles anytime
+        principles: []
+      critical_actions: []
+      prompts: []
+      menu: [] # Add personal commands
+    ````
+
+    </example>
+
+  </check>
+
+<template-output>agent_config</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="8" goal="Set up the agent's workspace" if="agent_type == 'expert'">
+<action>Guide user through setting up the Expert agent's personal workspace, making it feel like preparing an office with notes, research areas, and data folders</action>
+
+<action>Determine sidecar location based on whether build tools are available (next to agent YAML) or not (in output folder with clear structure)</action>
+
+<action>CREATE the complete sidecar file structure:</action>
+
+**Folder Structure:**
+
+```
+{{agent_filename}}-sidecar/
+├── memories.md         # Persistent memory
+├── instructions.md     # Private directives
+├── knowledge/         # Knowledge base
+│   └── README.md
+└── sessions/          # Session notes
+```
+
+**File: memories.md**
+
+```markdown
+# {{agent_name}}'s Memory Bank
+
+## User Preferences
+
+<!-- Populated as I learn about you -->
+
+## Session History
+
+<!-- Important moments from our interactions -->
+
+## Personal Notes
+
+<!-- My observations and insights -->
+```
+
+**File: instructions.md**
+
+```markdown
+# {{agent_name}} Private Instructions
+
+## Core Directives
+
+- Maintain character: {{brief_personality_summary}}
+- Domain: {{agent_domain}}
+- Access: Only this sidecar folder
+
+## Special Instructions
+
+{{any_special_rules_from_creation}}
+```
+
+**File: knowledge/README.md**
+
+```markdown
+# {{agent_name}}'s Knowledge Base
+
+Add domain-specific resources here.
+```
+
+<action>Update agent YAML to reference sidecar with paths to created files</action>
+<action>Show user the created structure location</action>
+
+<template-output>sidecar_resources</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="8b" goal="Handle build tools availability">
+  <action>Check if BMAD build tools are available in this project</action>
+
+  <check if="BMAD-METHOD project with build tools">
+    <action>Proceed normally - agent will be built later by the installer</action>
+  </check>
+
+  <check if="external project without build tools">
+    <ask>Build tools not detected in this project. Would you like me to:
+
+    1. Generate the compiled agent (.md with XML) ready to use
+    2. Keep the YAML and build it elsewhere
+    3. Provide both formats
+    </ask>
+
+    <check if="option 1 or 3 selected">
+      <action>Generate compiled agent XML with proper structure including activation rules, persona sections, and menu items</action>
+      <action>Save compiled version as {{agent_filename}}.md</action>
+      <action>Provide path for .claude/commands/ or similar</action>
+    </check>
+
+  </check>
+
+<template-output>build_handling</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="9" goal="Quality check with personality">
+<action>Run validation conversationally, presenting checks as friendly confirmations while running technical validation behind the scenes</action>
+
+**Conversational Checks:**
+
+- Configuration validation
+- Command functionality verification
+- Personality settings confirmation
+
+  <check if="validation issues found">
+    <action>Explain the issue conversationally and fix it</action>
+  </check>
+
+  <check if="validation passed">
+    <action>Celebrate that the agent passed all checks and is ready</action>
+  </check>
+
+**Technical Checks (behind the scenes):**
+
+1. YAML structure validity
+2. Menu command validation
+3. Build compilation test
+4. Type-specific requirements
+
+<template-output>validation_results</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="10" goal="Celebrate and guide next steps">
+<action>Celebrate the accomplishment, sharing what type of agent was created with its key characteristics and top capabilities</action>
+
+<action>Guide user through how to activate the agent:</action>
+
+**Activation Instructions:**
+
+1. Run the BMAD Method installer to this project location
+2. Select 'Compile Agents (Quick rebuild of all agent .md files)' after confirming the folder
+3. Call the agent anytime after compilation
+
+**Location Information:**
+
+- Saved location: {{output_file}}
+- Available after compilation in project
+
+**Initial Usage:**
+
+- List the commands available
+- Suggest trying the first command to see it in action
+
+  <check if="expert agent">
+    <action>Remind user to add any special knowledge or data the agent might need to its workspace</action>
+  </check>
+
+<action>Explore what user would like to do next - test the agent, create a teammate, or tweak personality</action>
+
+<action>End with enthusiasm in {communication_language}, addressing {user_name}, expressing how the collaboration was enjoyable and the agent will be incredibly helpful for its main purpose</action>
+
+<template-output>completion_message</template-output>
+</step>
+
+</workflow>

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+# Build Agent Workflow Configuration
+name: create-agent
+description: "Interactive workflow to build BMAD Core compliant agents (YAML source compiled to .md during install) with optional brainstorming, persona development, and command structure"
+author: "BMad"
+
+# Critical variables load from config_source
+config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml"
+custom_agent_location: "{config_source}:custom_agent_location"
+user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
+communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
+
+# Technical documentation for agent building
+agent_types: "{installed_path}/agent-types.md"
+agent_architecture: "{installed_path}/agent-architecture.md"
+agent_commands: "{installed_path}/agent-command-patterns.md"
+communication_styles: "{installed_path}/communication-styles.md"
+
+# Optional docs that help understand agent patterns
+recommended_inputs:
+  - example_agents: "{project-root}/bmad/bmm/agents/"
+  - agent_activation_rules: "{project-root}/src/utility/models/agent-activation-ide.xml"
+
+# Module path and component files
+installed_path: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent"
+template: false # This is an interactive workflow - no template needed
+instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions.md"
+validation: "{installed_path}/checklist.md"
+
+# Output configuration - YAML agents compiled to .md at install time
+# Module agents: Save to bmad/{{target_module}}/agents/
+# Standalone agents: Save to custom_agent_location/
+module_output_file: "{project-root}/bmad/{{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"
+
+standalone: true

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+# Build Module Workflow
+
+## Overview
+
+The Build Module workflow is an interactive scaffolding system that creates complete BMAD modules with agents, workflows, tasks, and installation infrastructure. It serves as the primary tool for building new modules in the BMAD ecosystem, guiding users through the entire module creation process from concept to deployment-ready structure.
+
+## Key Features
+
+- **Interactive Module Planning** - Collaborative session to define module concept, scope, and architecture
+- **Intelligent Scaffolding** - Automatic creation of proper directory structures and configuration files
+- **Component Integration** - Seamless integration with create-agent and create-workflow workflows
+- **Installation Infrastructure** - Complete installer setup with configuration templates
+- **Module Brief Integration** - Can use existing module briefs as blueprints for accelerated development
+- **Validation and Documentation** - Built-in validation checks and comprehensive README generation
+
+## Usage
+
+### Basic Invocation
+
+```bash
+workflow create-module
+```
+
+### With Module Brief Input
+
+```bash
+# If you have a module brief from the module-brief workflow
+workflow create-module --input module-brief-my-module-2024-09-26.md
+```
+
+### Configuration
+
+The workflow loads critical variables from the BMB configuration:
+
+- **custom_module_location**: Where custom modules are created (default: `bmad/`)
+- **user_name**: Module author information
+- **date**: Automatic timestamp for versioning
+
+## Workflow Structure
+
+### Files Included
+
+```
+create-module/
+├── workflow.yaml           # Configuration and metadata
+├── instructions.md         # Step-by-step execution guide
+├── checklist.md           # Validation criteria
+├── module-structure.md    # Module architecture guide
+├── installer-templates/   # Installation templates
+│   ├── install-config.yaml
+│   └── installer.js
+└── README.md             # This file
+```
+
+## Workflow Process
+
+### Phase 1: Concept Definition (Steps 1-2)
+
+**Module Vision and Identity**
+
+- Define module concept, purpose, and target audience
+- Establish module code (kebab-case) and friendly name
+- Choose module category (Domain-Specific, Creative, Technical, Business, Personal)
+- Plan component architecture with agent and workflow specifications
+
+**Module Brief Integration**
+
+- Automatically detects existing module briefs in output folder
+- Can load and use briefs as pre-populated blueprints
+- Accelerates planning when comprehensive brief exists
+
+### Phase 2: Architecture Planning (Steps 3-4)
+
+**Directory Structure Creation**
+
+- Creates complete module directory hierarchy
+- Sets up agent, workflow, task, template, and data folders
+- Establishes installer directory with proper configuration
+
+**Module Configuration**
+
+- Defines configuration questions in install-config.yaml (config.yaml generated during installation)
+- Configures component counts and references
+- Sets up output and data folder specifications
+
+### Phase 3: Component Creation (Steps 5-6)
+
+**Interactive Component Building**
+
+- Optional creation of first agent using create-agent workflow
+- Optional creation of first workflow using create-workflow workflow
+- Creates placeholders for components to be built later
+
+**Workflow Integration**
+
+- Seamlessly invokes sub-workflows for component creation
+- Ensures proper file placement and structure
+- Maintains module consistency across components
+
+### Phase 4: Installation and Documentation (Steps 7-9)
+
+**Installer Infrastructure**
+
+- Creates install-config.yaml with configuration questions for deployment
+- Sets up optional installer.js for complex installation logic
+- Configures post-install messaging and instructions
+
+**Comprehensive Documentation**
+
+- Generates detailed README.md with usage examples
+- Creates development roadmap for remaining components
+- Provides quick commands for continued development
+
+### Phase 5: Validation and Finalization (Step 10)
+
+**Quality Assurance**
+
+- Validates directory structure and configuration files
+- Checks component references and path consistency
+- Ensures installer configuration is deployment-ready
+- Provides comprehensive module summary and next steps
+
+## Output
+
+### Generated Files
+
+- **Module Directory**: Complete module structure at `{project-root}/bmad/{module_code}/`
+- **Configuration Files**:
+  - Source: install-config.yaml (configuration questions)
+  - Target: config.yaml (generated from user answers during installation)
+- **Documentation**: README.md, TODO.md development roadmap
+- **Component Placeholders**: Structured folders for agents, workflows, and tasks
+
+### Output Structure
+
+The workflow creates a complete module ready for development:
+
+1. **Module Identity** - Name, code, version, and metadata
+2. **Directory Structure** - Proper BMAD module hierarchy
+3. **Configuration System** - Runtime and installation configs
+4. **Component Framework** - Ready-to-use agent and workflow scaffolding
+5. **Installation Infrastructure** - Deployment-ready installer
+6. **Documentation Suite** - README, roadmap, and development guides
+
+## Requirements
+
+- **Module Brief** (optional but recommended) - Use module-brief workflow first for best results
+- **BMAD Core Configuration** - Properly configured BMB config.yaml
+- **Build Tools Access** - create-agent and create-workflow workflows must be available
+
+## Best Practices
+
+### Before Starting
+
+1. **Create a Module Brief** - Run module-brief workflow for comprehensive planning
+2. **Review Existing Modules** - Study similar modules in `/bmad/` for patterns and inspiration
+3. **Define Clear Scope** - Have a concrete vision of what the module will accomplish
+
+### During Execution
+
+1. **Use Module Briefs** - Load existing briefs when prompted for accelerated development
+2. **Start Simple** - Create one core agent and workflow, then expand iteratively
+3. **Leverage Sub-workflows** - Use create-agent and create-workflow for quality components
+4. **Validate Early** - Review generated structure before proceeding to next phases
+
+### After Completion
+
+1. **Follow the Roadmap** - Use generated TODO.md for systematic development
+2. **Test Installation** - Validate installer with `bmad install {module_code}`
+3. **Iterate Components** - Use quick commands to add agents and workflows
+4. **Document Progress** - Update README.md as the module evolves
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### Common Issues
+
+**Issue**: Module already exists at target location
+
+- **Solution**: Choose a different module code or remove existing module
+- **Check**: Verify output folder permissions and available space
+
+**Issue**: Sub-workflow invocation fails
+
+- **Solution**: Ensure create-agent and create-workflow workflows are available
+- **Check**: Validate workflow paths in config.yaml
+
+**Issue**: Installation configuration invalid
+
+- **Solution**: Review install-config.yaml syntax and paths
+- **Check**: Ensure all referenced paths use {project-root} variables correctly
+
+## Customization
+
+To customize this workflow:
+
+1. **Modify Instructions** - Update instructions.md to adjust scaffolding steps
+2. **Extend Templates** - Add new installer templates in installer-templates/
+3. **Update Validation** - Enhance checklist.md with additional quality checks
+4. **Add Components** - Integrate additional sub-workflows for specialized components
+
+## Version History
+
+- **v1.0.0** - Initial release
+  - Interactive module scaffolding
+  - Component integration with create-agent and create-workflow
+  - Complete installation infrastructure
+  - Module brief integration support
+
+## Support
+
+For issues or questions:
+
+- Review the workflow creation guide at `/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow-creation-guide.md`
+- Study module structure patterns at `module-structure.md`
+- Validate output using `checklist.md`
+- Consult existing modules in `/bmad/` for examples
+
+---
+
+_Part of the BMad Method v6 - BMB (Builder) Module_

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+# Build Module Workflow
+
+## Overview
+
+The Build Module workflow is an interactive scaffolding system that creates complete BMAD modules with agents, workflows, tasks, and installation infrastructure. It serves as the primary tool for building new modules in the BMAD ecosystem, guiding users through the entire module creation process from concept to deployment-ready structure.
+
+## Key Features
+
+- **Interactive Module Planning** - Collaborative session to define module concept, scope, and architecture
+- **Intelligent Scaffolding** - Automatic creation of proper directory structures and configuration files
+- **Component Integration** - Seamless integration with create-agent and create-workflow workflows
+- **Installation Infrastructure** - Complete installer setup with configuration templates
+- **Module Brief Integration** - Can use existing module briefs as blueprints for accelerated development
+- **Validation and Documentation** - Built-in validation checks and comprehensive README generation
+
+## Usage
+
+### Basic Invocation
+
+```bash
+workflow create-module
+```
+
+### With Module Brief Input
+
+```bash
+# If you have a module brief from the module-brief workflow
+workflow create-module --input module-brief-my-module-2024-09-26.md
+```
+
+### Configuration
+
+The workflow loads critical variables from the BMB configuration:
+
+- **custom_module_location**: Where custom modules are created (default: `bmad/`)
+- **user_name**: Module author information
+- **date**: Automatic timestamp for versioning
+
+## Workflow Structure
+
+### Files Included
+
+```
+create-module/
+├── workflow.yaml           # Configuration and metadata
+├── instructions.md         # Step-by-step execution guide
+├── checklist.md           # Validation criteria
+├── module-structure.md    # Module architecture guide
+├── installer-templates/   # Installation templates
+│   ├── install-config.yaml
+│   └── installer.js
+└── README.md             # This file
+```
+
+## Workflow Process
+
+### Phase 1: Concept Definition (Steps 1-2)
+
+**Module Vision and Identity**
+
+- Define module concept, purpose, and target audience
+- Establish module code (kebab-case) and friendly name
+- Choose module category (Domain-Specific, Creative, Technical, Business, Personal)
+- Plan component architecture with agent and workflow specifications
+
+**Module Brief Integration**
+
+- Automatically detects existing module briefs in output folder
+- Can load and use briefs as pre-populated blueprints
+- Accelerates planning when comprehensive brief exists
+
+### Phase 2: Architecture Planning (Steps 3-4)
+
+**Directory Structure Creation**
+
+- Creates complete module directory hierarchy
+- Sets up agent, workflow, task, template, and data folders
+- Establishes installer directory with proper configuration
+
+**Module Configuration**
+
+- Generates main config.yaml with module metadata
+- Configures component counts and references
+- Sets up output and data folder specifications
+
+### Phase 3: Component Creation (Steps 5-6)
+
+**Interactive Component Building**
+
+- Optional creation of first agent using create-agent workflow
+- Optional creation of first workflow using create-workflow workflow
+- Creates placeholders for components to be built later
+
+**Workflow Integration**
+
+- Seamlessly invokes sub-workflows for component creation
+- Ensures proper file placement and structure
+- Maintains module consistency across components
+
+### Phase 4: Installation and Documentation (Steps 7-9)
+
+**Installer Infrastructure**
+
+- Creates install-config.yaml for deployment
+- Sets up optional installer.js for complex installation logic
+- Configures post-install messaging and instructions
+
+**Comprehensive Documentation**
+
+- Generates detailed README.md with usage examples
+- Creates development roadmap for remaining components
+- Provides quick commands for continued development
+
+### Phase 5: Validation and Finalization (Step 10)
+
+**Quality Assurance**
+
+- Validates directory structure and configuration files
+- Checks component references and path consistency
+- Ensures installer configuration is deployment-ready
+- Provides comprehensive module summary and next steps
+
+## Output
+
+### Generated Files
+
+- **Module Directory**: Complete module structure at `{project-root}/bmad/{module_code}/`
+- **Configuration Files**: config.yaml, install-config.yaml
+- **Documentation**: README.md, TODO.md development roadmap
+- **Component Placeholders**: Structured folders for agents, workflows, and tasks
+
+### Output Structure
+
+The workflow creates a complete module ready for development:
+
+1. **Module Identity** - Name, code, version, and metadata
+2. **Directory Structure** - Proper BMAD module hierarchy
+3. **Configuration System** - Runtime and installation configs
+4. **Component Framework** - Ready-to-use agent and workflow scaffolding
+5. **Installation Infrastructure** - Deployment-ready installer
+6. **Documentation Suite** - README, roadmap, and development guides
+
+## Requirements
+
+- **Module Brief** (optional but recommended) - Use module-brief workflow first for best results
+- **BMAD Core Configuration** - Properly configured BMB config.yaml
+- **Build Tools Access** - create-agent and create-workflow workflows must be available
+
+## Best Practices
+
+### Before Starting
+
+1. **Create a Module Brief** - Run module-brief workflow for comprehensive planning
+2. **Review Existing Modules** - Study similar modules in `/bmad/` for patterns and inspiration
+3. **Define Clear Scope** - Have a concrete vision of what the module will accomplish
+
+### During Execution
+
+1. **Use Module Briefs** - Load existing briefs when prompted for accelerated development
+2. **Start Simple** - Create one core agent and workflow, then expand iteratively
+3. **Leverage Sub-workflows** - Use create-agent and create-workflow for quality components
+4. **Validate Early** - Review generated structure before proceeding to next phases
+
+### After Completion
+
+1. **Follow the Roadmap** - Use generated TODO.md for systematic development
+2. **Test Installation** - Validate installer with `bmad install {module_code}`
+3. **Iterate Components** - Use quick commands to add agents and workflows
+4. **Document Progress** - Update README.md as the module evolves
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### Common Issues
+
+**Issue**: Module already exists at target location
+
+- **Solution**: Choose a different module code or remove existing module
+- **Check**: Verify output folder permissions and available space
+
+**Issue**: Sub-workflow invocation fails
+
+- **Solution**: Ensure create-agent and create-workflow workflows are available
+- **Check**: Validate workflow paths in config.yaml
+
+**Issue**: Installation configuration invalid
+
+- **Solution**: Review install-config.yaml syntax and paths
+- **Check**: Ensure all referenced paths use {project-root} variables correctly
+
+## Customization
+
+To customize this workflow:
+
+1. **Modify Instructions** - Update instructions.md to adjust scaffolding steps
+2. **Extend Templates** - Add new installer templates in installer-templates/
+3. **Update Validation** - Enhance checklist.md with additional quality checks
+4. **Add Components** - Integrate additional sub-workflows for specialized components
+
+## Version History
+
+- **v1.0.0** - Initial release
+  - Interactive module scaffolding
+  - Component integration with create-agent and create-workflow
+  - Complete installation infrastructure
+  - Module brief integration support
+
+## Support
+
+For issues or questions:
+
+- Review the workflow creation guide at `/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow-creation-guide.md`
+- Study module structure patterns at `module-structure.md`
+- Validate output using `checklist.md`
+- Consult existing modules in `/bmad/` for examples
+
+---
+
+_Part of the BMad Method v6 - BMB (Builder) Module_

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+# Module Brainstorming Context
+
+_Context provided to brainstorming workflow when creating a new BMAD module_
+
+## Session Focus
+
+You are brainstorming ideas for a **complete BMAD module** - a self-contained package that extends the BMAD Method with specialized domain expertise and capabilities.
+
+## What is a BMAD Module?
+
+A module is a cohesive package that provides:
+
+- **Domain Expertise**: Specialized knowledge in a specific area (RPG, DevOps, Content Creation, etc.)
+- **Agent Team**: Multiple AI personas with complementary skills
+- **Workflows**: Guided processes for common tasks in the domain
+- **Templates**: Document structures for consistent outputs
+- **Integration**: Components that work together seamlessly
+
+## Brainstorming Goals
+
+Explore and define:
+
+### 1. Domain and Purpose
+
+- **What domain/problem space?** (e.g., game development, marketing, personal productivity)
+- **Who is the target user?** (developers, writers, managers, hobbyists)
+- **What pain points does it solve?** (tedious tasks, missing structure, need for expertise)
+- **What makes this domain exciting?** (creativity, efficiency, empowerment)
+
+### 2. Agent Team Composition
+
+- **How many agents?** (typically 3-7 for a module)
+- **What roles/personas?** (architect, researcher, reviewer, specialist)
+- **How do they collaborate?** (handoffs, reviews, ensemble work)
+- **What personality theme?** (Star Trek crew, superhero team, fantasy party, professional squad)
+
+### 3. Core Workflows
+
+- **What documents need creating?** (plans, specs, reports, creative outputs)
+- **What processes need automation?** (analysis, generation, review, deployment)
+- **What workflows enable the vision?** (3-10 key workflows that define the module)
+
+### 4. Value Proposition
+
+- **What becomes easier?** (specific tasks that get 10x faster)
+- **What becomes possible?** (new capabilities previously unavailable)
+- **What becomes better?** (quality improvements, consistency gains)
+
+## Creative Constraints
+
+A good BMAD module should be:
+
+- **Focused**: Serves a specific domain well (not generic)
+- **Complete**: Provides end-to-end capabilities for that domain
+- **Cohesive**: Agents and workflows complement each other
+- **Fun**: Personality and creativity make it enjoyable to use
+- **Practical**: Solves real problems, delivers real value
+
+## Module Architecture Questions
+
+1. **Module Identity**
+   - Module code (kebab-case, e.g., "rpg-toolkit")
+   - Module name (friendly, e.g., "RPG Toolkit")
+   - Module purpose (one sentence)
+   - Target audience
+
+2. **Agent Lineup**
+   - Agent names and roles
+   - Communication styles and personalities
+   - Expertise areas
+   - Command sets (what each agent can do)
+
+3. **Workflow Portfolio**
+   - Document generation workflows
+   - Action/automation workflows
+   - Analysis/research workflows
+   - Creative/ideation workflows
+
+4. **Integration Points**
+   - How agents invoke workflows
+   - How workflows use templates
+   - How components pass data
+   - Dependencies on other modules
+
+## Example Module Patterns
+
+### Professional Domains
+
+- **DevOps Suite**: Deploy, Monitor, Troubleshoot agents + deployment workflows
+- **Marketing Engine**: Content, SEO, Analytics agents + campaign workflows
+- **Legal Assistant**: Contract, Research, Review agents + document workflows
+
+### Creative Domains
+
+- **RPG Toolkit**: DM, NPC, Quest agents + adventure creation workflows
+- **Story Crafter**: Plot, Character, World agents + writing workflows
+- **Music Producer**: Composer, Arranger, Mixer agents + production workflows
+
+### Personal Domains
+
+- **Life Coach**: Planner, Tracker, Mentor agents + productivity workflows
+- **Learning Companion**: Tutor, Quiz, Reviewer agents + study workflows
+- **Health Guide**: Nutrition, Fitness, Wellness agents + tracking workflows
+
+## Suggested Brainstorming Techniques
+
+Particularly effective for module ideation:
+
+1. **Domain Immersion**: Deep dive into target domain's problems
+2. **Persona Mapping**: Who needs this and what do they struggle with?
+3. **Workflow Mapping**: What processes exist today? How could they improve?
+4. **Team Building**: What personalities would make a great team?
+5. **Integration Thinking**: How do pieces connect and amplify each other?
+
+## Key Questions to Answer
+
+1. What domain expertise should this module embody?
+2. What would users be able to do that they can't do now?
+3. Who are the 3-7 agents and what are their personalities?
+4. What are the 5-10 core workflows?
+5. What makes this module delightful to use?
+6. How is this different from existing tools?
+7. What's the "killer feature" that makes this essential?
+
+## Output Goals
+
+Generate:
+
+- **Module concept**: Clear vision and purpose
+- **Agent roster**: Names, roles, personalities for each agent
+- **Workflow list**: Core workflows with brief descriptions
+- **Unique angle**: What makes this module special
+- **Use cases**: 3-5 concrete scenarios where this module shines
+
+---
+
+_This focused context helps create cohesive, valuable BMAD modules_

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+# Build Module Validation Checklist
+
+## Module Identity and Metadata
+
+### Basic Information
+
+- [ ] Module code follows kebab-case convention (e.g., "rpg-toolkit")
+- [ ] Module name is descriptive and title-cased
+- [ ] Module purpose is clearly defined (1-2 sentences)
+- [ ] Target audience is identified
+- [ ] Version number follows semantic versioning (e.g., "1.0.0")
+- [ ] Author information is present
+
+### Naming Consistency
+
+- [ ] Module code used consistently throughout all files
+- [ ] No naming conflicts with existing modules
+- [ ] All paths use consistent module code references
+
+## Directory Structure
+
+### Source Directories (bmad/{module-code}/)
+
+- [ ] `/agents` directory created (even if empty)
+- [ ] `/workflows` directory created (even if empty)
+- [ ] `/tasks` directory exists (if tasks planned)
+- [ ] `/templates` directory exists (if templates used)
+- [ ] `/data` directory exists (if data files needed)
+- [ ] `/_module-installer/install-config.yaml` present (defines configuration questions)
+- [ ] `README.md` present with documentation
+
+### Installed Module Structure (generated in target after installation)
+
+- [ ] `/agents` directory for compiled agents
+- [ ] `/workflows` directory for workflow instances
+- [ ] `/data` directory for user data
+- [ ] `config.yaml` generated from install-config.yaml during installation
+
+## Component Planning
+
+### Agents
+
+- [ ] At least one agent defined or planned
+- [ ] Agent purposes are distinct and clear
+- [ ] Agent types (Simple/Expert/Module) identified
+- [ ] No significant overlap between agents
+- [ ] Primary agent is identified
+
+### Workflows
+
+- [ ] At least one workflow defined or planned
+- [ ] Workflow purposes are clear
+- [ ] Workflow types identified (Document/Action/Interactive)
+- [ ] Primary workflow is identified
+- [ ] Workflow complexity is appropriate
+
+### Tasks (if applicable)
+
+- [ ] Tasks have single, clear purposes
+- [ ] Tasks don't duplicate workflow functionality
+- [ ] Task files follow naming conventions
+
+## Configuration Files
+
+### Installation Configuration (install-config.yaml)
+
+- [ ] `install-config.yaml` exists in `_module-installer`
+- [ ] Module metadata present (code, name, version)
+- [ ] Configuration questions defined for user input
+- [ ] Default values provided for all questions
+- [ ] Prompt text is clear and helpful
+- [ ] Result templates use proper variable substitution
+- [ ] Paths use proper variables ({project-root}, {value}, etc.)
+
+### Generated Config (config.yaml in target)
+
+- [ ] Generated during installation from install-config.yaml
+- [ ] Contains all user-provided configuration values
+- [ ] Module metadata included
+- [ ] No config.yaml should exist in source module
+
+## Installation Infrastructure
+
+### Installer Files
+
+- [ ] Install configuration validates against schema
+- [ ] All source paths exist or are marked as templates
+- [ ] Destination paths use correct variables
+- [ ] Optional vs required steps clearly marked
+
+### installer.js (if present)
+
+- [ ] Main `installModule` function exists
+- [ ] Error handling implemented
+- [ ] Console logging for user feedback
+- [ ] Exports correct function names
+- [ ] Placeholder code replaced with actual logic (or logged as TODO)
+
+### External Assets (if any)
+
+- [ ] Asset files exist in assets directory
+- [ ] Copy destinations are valid
+- [ ] Permissions requirements documented
+
+## Documentation
+
+### README.md
+
+- [ ] Module overview section present
+- [ ] Installation instructions included
+- [ ] Component listing with descriptions
+- [ ] Quick start guide provided
+- [ ] Configuration options documented
+- [ ] At least one usage example
+- [ ] Directory structure shown
+- [ ] Author and date information
+
+### Component Documentation
+
+- [ ] Each agent has purpose documentation
+- [ ] Each workflow has description
+- [ ] Tasks are documented (if present)
+- [ ] Examples demonstrate typical usage
+
+### Development Roadmap
+
+- [ ] TODO.md or roadmap section exists
+- [ ] Planned components listed
+- [ ] Development phases identified
+- [ ] Quick commands for adding components
+
+## Integration
+
+### Cross-component References
+
+- [ ] Agents reference correct workflow paths
+- [ ] Workflows reference correct task paths
+- [ ] All internal paths use module variables
+- [ ] External dependencies declared
+
+### Module Boundaries
+
+- [ ] Module scope is well-defined
+- [ ] No feature creep into other domains
+- [ ] Clear separation from other modules
+
+## Quality Checks
+
+### Completeness
+
+- [ ] At least one functional component (not all placeholders)
+- [ ] Core functionality is implementable
+- [ ] Module provides clear value
+
+### Consistency
+
+- [ ] Formatting consistent across files
+- [ ] Variable naming follows conventions
+- [ ] Communication style appropriate for domain
+
+### Scalability
+
+- [ ] Structure supports future growth
+- [ ] Component organization is logical
+- [ ] No hard-coded limits
+
+## Testing and Validation
+
+### Structural Validation
+
+- [ ] YAML files parse without errors
+- [ ] JSON files (if any) are valid
+- [ ] XML files (if any) are well-formed
+- [ ] No syntax errors in JavaScript files
+
+### Path Validation
+
+- [ ] All referenced paths exist or are clearly marked as TODO
+- [ ] Variable substitutions are correct
+- [ ] No absolute paths (unless intentional)
+
+### Installation Testing
+
+- [ ] Installation steps can be simulated
+- [ ] No circular dependencies
+- [ ] Uninstall process defined (if complex)
+
+## Final Checks
+
+### Ready for Use
+
+- [ ] Module can be installed without errors
+- [ ] At least one component is functional
+- [ ] User can understand how to get started
+- [ ] Next steps are clear
+
+### Professional Quality
+
+- [ ] No placeholder text remains (unless marked TODO)
+- [ ] No obvious typos or grammar issues
+- [ ] Professional tone throughout
+- [ ] Contact/support information provided
+
+## Issues Found
+
+### Critical Issues
+
+<!-- List any issues that MUST be fixed before module can be used -->
+
+### Warnings
+
+<!-- List any issues that should be addressed but won't prevent basic usage -->
+
+### Improvements
+
+<!-- List any optional enhancements that would improve the module -->
+
+### Missing Components
+
+<!-- List any planned components not yet implemented -->
+
+## Module Complexity Assessment
+
+### Complexity Rating
+
+- [ ] Simple (1-2 agents, 2-3 workflows)
+- [ ] Standard (3-5 agents, 5-10 workflows)
+- [ ] Complex (5+ agents, 10+ workflows)
+
+### Readiness Level
+
+- [ ] Prototype (Basic structure, mostly placeholders)
+- [ ] Alpha (Core functionality works)
+- [ ] Beta (Most features complete, needs testing)
+- [ ] Release (Full functionality, documented)
+
+## Sign-off
+
+**Module Name:** \***\*\*\*\*\***\_\_\***\*\*\*\*\***
+**Module Code:** \***\*\*\*\*\***\_\_\***\*\*\*\*\***
+**Version:** \***\*\*\*\*\***\_\_\***\*\*\*\*\***
+**Validated By:** \***\*\*\*\*\***\_\_\***\*\*\*\*\***
+**Date:** \***\*\*\*\*\***\_\_\***\*\*\*\*\***
+**Status:** ⬜ Pass / ⬜ Pass with Issues / ⬜ Fail

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+# Build Module Validation Checklist
+
+## Module Identity and Metadata
+
+### Basic Information
+
+- [ ] Module code follows kebab-case convention (e.g., "rpg-toolkit")
+- [ ] Module name is descriptive and title-cased
+- [ ] Module purpose is clearly defined (1-2 sentences)
+- [ ] Target audience is identified
+- [ ] Version number follows semantic versioning (e.g., "1.0.0")
+- [ ] Author information is present
+
+### Naming Consistency
+
+- [ ] Module code used consistently throughout all files
+- [ ] No naming conflicts with existing modules
+- [ ] All paths use consistent module code references
+
+## Directory Structure
+
+### Source Directories (bmad/{module-code}/)
+
+- [ ] `/agents` directory created (even if empty)
+- [ ] `/workflows` directory created (even if empty)
+- [ ] `/tasks` directory exists (if tasks planned)
+- [ ] `/templates` directory exists (if templates used)
+- [ ] `/data` directory exists (if data files needed)
+- [ ] `config.yaml` present in module root
+- [ ] `README.md` present with documentation
+
+### Runtime Directories (bmad/{module-code}/)
+
+- [ ] `/_module-installer` directory created
+- [ ] `/data` directory for user data
+- [ ] `/agents` directory for overrides
+- [ ] `/workflows` directory for instances
+- [ ] Runtime `config.yaml` present
+
+## Component Planning
+
+### Agents
+
+- [ ] At least one agent defined or planned
+- [ ] Agent purposes are distinct and clear
+- [ ] Agent types (Simple/Expert/Module) identified
+- [ ] No significant overlap between agents
+- [ ] Primary agent is identified
+
+### Workflows
+
+- [ ] At least one workflow defined or planned
+- [ ] Workflow purposes are clear
+- [ ] Workflow types identified (Document/Action/Interactive)
+- [ ] Primary workflow is identified
+- [ ] Workflow complexity is appropriate
+
+### Tasks (if applicable)
+
+- [ ] Tasks have single, clear purposes
+- [ ] Tasks don't duplicate workflow functionality
+- [ ] Task files follow naming conventions
+
+## Configuration Files
+
+### Module config.yaml
+
+- [ ] All required fields present (name, code, version, author)
+- [ ] Component lists accurate (agents, workflows, tasks)
+- [ ] Paths use proper variables ({project-root}, etc.)
+- [ ] Output folders configured
+- [ ] Custom settings documented
+
+### Install Configuration
+
+- [ ] `install-config.yaml` exists in `_module-installer`
+- [ ] Installation steps defined
+- [ ] Directory creation steps present
+- [ ] File copy operations specified
+- [ ] Module registration included
+- [ ] Post-install message defined
+
+## Installation Infrastructure
+
+### Installer Files
+
+- [ ] Install configuration validates against schema
+- [ ] All source paths exist or are marked as templates
+- [ ] Destination paths use correct variables
+- [ ] Optional vs required steps clearly marked
+
+### installer.js (if present)
+
+- [ ] Main `installModule` function exists
+- [ ] Error handling implemented
+- [ ] Console logging for user feedback
+- [ ] Exports correct function names
+- [ ] Placeholder code replaced with actual logic (or logged as TODO)
+
+### External Assets (if any)
+
+- [ ] Asset files exist in assets directory
+- [ ] Copy destinations are valid
+- [ ] Permissions requirements documented
+
+## Documentation
+
+### README.md
+
+- [ ] Module overview section present
+- [ ] Installation instructions included
+- [ ] Component listing with descriptions
+- [ ] Quick start guide provided
+- [ ] Configuration options documented
+- [ ] At least one usage example
+- [ ] Directory structure shown
+- [ ] Author and date information
+
+### Component Documentation
+
+- [ ] Each agent has purpose documentation
+- [ ] Each workflow has description
+- [ ] Tasks are documented (if present)
+- [ ] Examples demonstrate typical usage
+
+### Development Roadmap
+
+- [ ] TODO.md or roadmap section exists
+- [ ] Planned components listed
+- [ ] Development phases identified
+- [ ] Quick commands for adding components
+
+## Integration
+
+### Cross-component References
+
+- [ ] Agents reference correct workflow paths
+- [ ] Workflows reference correct task paths
+- [ ] All internal paths use module variables
+- [ ] External dependencies declared
+
+### Module Boundaries
+
+- [ ] Module scope is well-defined
+- [ ] No feature creep into other domains
+- [ ] Clear separation from other modules
+
+## Quality Checks
+
+### Completeness
+
+- [ ] At least one functional component (not all placeholders)
+- [ ] Core functionality is implementable
+- [ ] Module provides clear value
+
+### Consistency
+
+- [ ] Formatting consistent across files
+- [ ] Variable naming follows conventions
+- [ ] Communication style appropriate for domain
+
+### Scalability
+
+- [ ] Structure supports future growth
+- [ ] Component organization is logical
+- [ ] No hard-coded limits
+
+## Testing and Validation
+
+### Structural Validation
+
+- [ ] YAML files parse without errors
+- [ ] JSON files (if any) are valid
+- [ ] XML files (if any) are well-formed
+- [ ] No syntax errors in JavaScript files
+
+### Path Validation
+
+- [ ] All referenced paths exist or are clearly marked as TODO
+- [ ] Variable substitutions are correct
+- [ ] No absolute paths (unless intentional)
+
+### Installation Testing
+
+- [ ] Installation steps can be simulated
+- [ ] No circular dependencies
+- [ ] Uninstall process defined (if complex)
+
+## Final Checks
+
+### Ready for Use
+
+- [ ] Module can be installed without errors
+- [ ] At least one component is functional
+- [ ] User can understand how to get started
+- [ ] Next steps are clear
+
+### Professional Quality
+
+- [ ] No placeholder text remains (unless marked TODO)
+- [ ] No obvious typos or grammar issues
+- [ ] Professional tone throughout
+- [ ] Contact/support information provided
+
+## Issues Found
+
+### Critical Issues
+
+<!-- List any issues that MUST be fixed before module can be used -->
+
+### Warnings
+
+<!-- List any issues that should be addressed but won't prevent basic usage -->
+
+### Improvements
+
+<!-- List any optional enhancements that would improve the module -->
+
+### Missing Components
+
+<!-- List any planned components not yet implemented -->
+
+## Module Complexity Assessment
+
+### Complexity Rating
+
+- [ ] Simple (1-2 agents, 2-3 workflows)
+- [ ] Standard (3-5 agents, 5-10 workflows)
+- [ ] Complex (5+ agents, 10+ workflows)
+
+### Readiness Level
+
+- [ ] Prototype (Basic structure, mostly placeholders)
+- [ ] Alpha (Core functionality works)
+- [ ] Beta (Most features complete, needs testing)
+- [ ] Release (Full functionality, documented)
+
+## Sign-off
+
+**Module Name:** \***\*\*\*\*\***\_\_\***\*\*\*\*\***
+**Module Code:** \***\*\*\*\*\***\_\_\***\*\*\*\*\***
+**Version:** \***\*\*\*\*\***\_\_\***\*\*\*\*\***
+**Validated By:** \***\*\*\*\*\***\_\_\***\*\*\*\*\***
+**Date:** \***\*\*\*\*\***\_\_\***\*\*\*\*\***
+**Status:** ⬜ Pass / ⬜ Pass with Issues / ⬜ Fail

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+# {{MODULE_NAME}} Module Configuration
+# This file defines installation questions and module configuration values
+
+code: "{{MODULE_CODE}}"
+name: "{{MODULE_NAME}}"
+default_selected: "{{DEFAULT_SELECTED}}" # true if this should be selected by default
+
+# Welcome message shown during installation
+prompt:
+  - "{{WELCOME_MESSAGE_LINE_1}}"
+  - "{{WELCOME_MESSAGE_LINE_2}}"
+# Core config values are automatically inherited:
+## user_name
+## communication_language
+## document_output_language
+## output_folder
+
+# ============================================================================
+# CONFIGURATION FIELDS
+# ============================================================================
+#
+# Each field can be:
+# 1. INTERACTIVE (has 'prompt' - asks user during installation)
+# 2. STATIC (no 'prompt' - just uses 'result' value)
+#
+# Field structure:
+#   field_name:
+#     prompt: "Question to ask user" (optional - omit for static values)
+#     default: "default_value" (optional)
+#     result: "{value}" or "static-value"
+#     single-select: [...] (optional - for dropdown)
+#     multi-select: [...] (optional - for checkboxes)
+#
+# Special placeholders in result:
+#   {value} - replaced with user's answer
+#   {project-root} - replaced with project root path
+#   {directory_name} - replaced with project directory name
+#   {module_code} - replaced with this module's code
+# ============================================================================
+
+# EXAMPLE: Interactive text input
+# example_project_name:
+#   prompt: "What is your project name?"
+#   default: "{directory_name}"
+#   result: "{value}"
+
+# EXAMPLE: Interactive single-select dropdown
+# example_skill_level:
+#   prompt: "What is your experience level?"
+#   default: "intermediate"
+#   result: "{value}"
+#   single-select:
+#     - value: "beginner"
+#       label: "Beginner - New to this domain"
+#     - value: "intermediate"
+#       label: "Intermediate - Familiar with basics"
+#     - value: "expert"
+#       label: "Expert - Deep knowledge"
+
+# EXAMPLE: Interactive multi-select checkboxes
+# example_features:
+#   prompt:
+#     - "Which features do you want to enable?"
+#     - "(Select all that apply)"
+#   result: "{value}"
+#   multi-select:
+#     - "Feature A"
+#     - "Feature B"
+#     - "Feature C"
+
+# EXAMPLE: Interactive path input
+# example_output_path:
+#   prompt: "Where should outputs be saved?"
+#   default: "output/{{MODULE_CODE}}"
+#   result: "{project-root}/{value}"
+
+# EXAMPLE: Static value (no user prompt)
+# example_static_setting:
+#   result: "hardcoded-value"
+
+# EXAMPLE: Static path
+# module_data_path:
+#   result: "{project-root}/bmad/{{MODULE_CODE}}/data"
+
+# ============================================================================
+# YOUR MODULE CONFIGURATION FIELDS
+# ============================================================================
+# Replace examples above with your module's actual configuration needs.
+# Delete this comment block and the examples when implementing.
+# ============================================================================
+
+# TODO: INSERT {MODULE_CONFIG_FIELDS} HERE

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+/* eslint-disable unicorn/prefer-module, unicorn/prefer-node-protocol */
+/**
+ * {{MODULE_NAME}} Module Installer
+ * Custom installation logic for complex module setup
+ *
+ * This is a template - replace {{VARIABLES}} with actual values
+ */
+
+// const fs = require('fs'); // Uncomment when implementing file operations
+const path = require('path');
+
+/**
+ * Main installation function
+ * Called by BMAD installer when processing the module
+ */
+async function installModule(config) {
+  console.log('🚀 Installing {{MODULE_NAME}} module...');
+  console.log(`   Version: ${config.version}`);
+  console.log(`   Module Code: ${config.module_code}`);
+
+  try {
+    // Step 1: Validate environment
+    await validateEnvironment(config);
+
+    // Step 2: Setup custom configurations
+    await setupConfigurations(config);
+
+    // Step 3: Initialize module-specific features
+    await initializeFeatures(config);
+
+    // Step 4: Run post-install tasks
+    await runPostInstallTasks(config);
+
+    console.log('✅ {{MODULE_NAME}} module installed successfully!');
+    return {
+      success: true,
+      message: 'Module installed and configured',
+    };
+  } catch (error) {
+    console.error('❌ Installation failed:', error.message);
+    return {
+      success: false,
+      error: error.message,
+    };
+  }
+}
+
+/**
+ * Validate that the environment meets module requirements
+ */
+async function validateEnvironment(config) {
+  console.log('   Validating environment...');
+
+  // TODO: Add environment checks
+  // Examples:
+  // - Check for required tools/binaries
+  // - Verify permissions
+  // - Check network connectivity
+  // - Validate API keys
+
+  // Placeholder validation
+  if (!config.project_root) {
+    throw new Error('Project root not defined');
+  }
+
+  console.log('   ✓ Environment validated');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Setup module-specific configurations
+ */
+async function setupConfigurations(config) {
+  console.log('   Setting up configurations...');
+
+  // TODO: Add configuration setup
+  // Examples:
+  // - Create config files
+  // - Setup environment variables
+  // - Configure external services
+  // - Initialize settings
+
+  // Placeholder configuration
+  const configPath = path.join(config.project_root, 'bmad', config.module_code, 'config.json');
+
+  // Example of module config that would be created
+  // const moduleConfig = {
+  //   installed: new Date().toISOString(),
+  //   settings: {
+  //     // Add default settings
+  //   }
+  // };
+
+  // Note: This is a placeholder - actual implementation would write the file
+  console.log(`   ✓ Would create config at: ${configPath}`);
+  console.log('   ✓ Configurations complete');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Initialize module-specific features
+ */
+async function initializeFeatures(config) {
+  console.log('   Initializing features...');
+
+  // TODO: Add feature initialization
+  // Examples:
+  // - Create database schemas
+  // - Setup cron jobs
+  // - Initialize caches
+  // - Register webhooks
+  // - Setup file watchers
+
+  // Module-specific initialization based on type
+  switch (config.module_category) {
+    case 'data': {
+      await initializeDataFeatures(config);
+      break;
+    }
+    case 'automation': {
+      await initializeAutomationFeatures(config);
+      break;
+    }
+    case 'integration': {
+      await initializeIntegrationFeatures(config);
+      break;
+    }
+    default: {
+      console.log('   - Using standard initialization');
+    }
+  }
+
+  console.log('   ✓ Features initialized');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Initialize data-related features
+ */
+async function initializeDataFeatures(/* config */) {
+  console.log('   - Setting up data storage...');
+  // TODO: Setup databases, data folders, etc.
+}
+
+/**
+ * Initialize automation features
+ */
+async function initializeAutomationFeatures(/* config */) {
+  console.log('   - Setting up automation hooks...');
+  // TODO: Setup triggers, watchers, schedulers
+}
+
+/**
+ * Initialize integration features
+ */
+async function initializeIntegrationFeatures(/* config */) {
+  console.log('   - Setting up integrations...');
+  // TODO: Configure APIs, webhooks, external services
+}
+
+/**
+ * Run post-installation tasks
+ */
+async function runPostInstallTasks(/* config */) {
+  console.log('   Running post-install tasks...');
+
+  // TODO: Add post-install tasks
+  // Examples:
+  // - Generate sample data
+  // - Run initial workflows
+  // - Send notifications
+  // - Update registries
+
+  console.log('   ✓ Post-install tasks complete');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Initialize database for the module (optional)
+ */
+async function initDatabase(/* config */) {
+  console.log('   Initializing database...');
+
+  // TODO: Add database initialization
+  // This function can be called from install-config.yaml
+
+  console.log('   ✓ Database initialized');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Generate sample data for the module (optional)
+ */
+async function generateSamples(config) {
+  console.log('   Generating sample data...');
+
+  // TODO: Create sample files, data, configurations
+  // This helps users understand how to use the module
+
+  const samplesPath = path.join(config.project_root, 'examples', config.module_code);
+
+  console.log(`   - Would create samples at: ${samplesPath}`);
+  console.log('   ✓ Samples generated');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Uninstall the module (cleanup)
+ */
+async function uninstallModule(/* config */) {
+  console.log('🗑️  Uninstalling {{MODULE_NAME}} module...');
+
+  try {
+    // TODO: Add cleanup logic
+    // - Remove configurations
+    // - Clean up databases
+    // - Unregister services
+    // - Backup user data
+
+    console.log('✅ Module uninstalled successfully');
+    return { success: true };
+  } catch (error) {
+    console.error('❌ Uninstall failed:', error.message);
+    return {
+      success: false,
+      error: error.message,
+    };
+  }
+}
+
+// Export functions for BMAD installer
+module.exports = {
+  installModule,
+  initDatabase,
+  generateSamples,
+  uninstallModule,
+};

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+/* eslint-disable unicorn/prefer-module, unicorn/prefer-node-protocol */
+/**
+ * {{MODULE_NAME}} Module Installer
+ * Custom installation logic for complex module setup
+ *
+ * This is a template - replace {{VARIABLES}} with actual values
+ */
+
+// const fs = require('fs'); // Uncomment when implementing file operations
+const path = require('path');
+
+/**
+ * Main installation function
+ * Called by BMAD installer when processing the module
+ */
+async function installModule(config) {
+  console.log('🚀 Installing {{MODULE_NAME}} module...');
+  console.log(`   Version: ${config.version}`);
+  console.log(`   Module Code: ${config.module_code}`);
+
+  try {
+    // Step 1: Validate environment
+    await validateEnvironment(config);
+
+    // Step 2: Setup custom configurations
+    await setupConfigurations(config);
+
+    // Step 3: Initialize module-specific features
+    await initializeFeatures(config);
+
+    // Step 4: Run post-install tasks
+    await runPostInstallTasks(config);
+
+    console.log('✅ {{MODULE_NAME}} module installed successfully!');
+    return {
+      success: true,
+      message: 'Module installed and configured',
+    };
+  } catch (error) {
+    console.error('❌ Installation failed:', error.message);
+    return {
+      success: false,
+      error: error.message,
+    };
+  }
+}
+
+/**
+ * Validate that the environment meets module requirements
+ */
+async function validateEnvironment(config) {
+  console.log('   Validating environment...');
+
+  // TODO: Add environment checks
+  // Examples:
+  // - Check for required tools/binaries
+  // - Verify permissions
+  // - Check network connectivity
+  // - Validate API keys
+
+  // Placeholder validation
+  if (!config.project_root) {
+    throw new Error('Project root not defined');
+  }
+
+  console.log('   ✓ Environment validated');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Setup module-specific configurations
+ */
+async function setupConfigurations(config) {
+  console.log('   Setting up configurations...');
+
+  // TODO: Add configuration setup
+  // Examples:
+  // - Create config files
+  // - Setup environment variables
+  // - Configure external services
+  // - Initialize settings
+
+  // Placeholder configuration
+  const configPath = path.join(config.project_root, 'bmad', config.module_code, 'config.json');
+
+  // Example of module config that would be created
+  // const moduleConfig = {
+  //   installed: new Date().toISOString(),
+  //   settings: {
+  //     // Add default settings
+  //   }
+  // };
+
+  // Note: This is a placeholder - actual implementation would write the file
+  console.log(`   ✓ Would create config at: ${configPath}`);
+  console.log('   ✓ Configurations complete');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Initialize module-specific features
+ */
+async function initializeFeatures(config) {
+  console.log('   Initializing features...');
+
+  // TODO: Add feature initialization
+  // Examples:
+  // - Create database schemas
+  // - Setup cron jobs
+  // - Initialize caches
+  // - Register webhooks
+  // - Setup file watchers
+
+  // Module-specific initialization based on type
+  switch (config.module_category) {
+    case 'data': {
+      await initializeDataFeatures(config);
+      break;
+    }
+    case 'automation': {
+      await initializeAutomationFeatures(config);
+      break;
+    }
+    case 'integration': {
+      await initializeIntegrationFeatures(config);
+      break;
+    }
+    default: {
+      console.log('   - Using standard initialization');
+    }
+  }
+
+  console.log('   ✓ Features initialized');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Initialize data-related features
+ */
+async function initializeDataFeatures(/* config */) {
+  console.log('   - Setting up data storage...');
+  // TODO: Setup databases, data folders, etc.
+}
+
+/**
+ * Initialize automation features
+ */
+async function initializeAutomationFeatures(/* config */) {
+  console.log('   - Setting up automation hooks...');
+  // TODO: Setup triggers, watchers, schedulers
+}
+
+/**
+ * Initialize integration features
+ */
+async function initializeIntegrationFeatures(/* config */) {
+  console.log('   - Setting up integrations...');
+  // TODO: Configure APIs, webhooks, external services
+}
+
+/**
+ * Run post-installation tasks
+ */
+async function runPostInstallTasks(/* config */) {
+  console.log('   Running post-install tasks...');
+
+  // TODO: Add post-install tasks
+  // Examples:
+  // - Generate sample data
+  // - Run initial workflows
+  // - Send notifications
+  // - Update registries
+
+  console.log('   ✓ Post-install tasks complete');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Initialize database for the module (optional)
+ */
+async function initDatabase(/* config */) {
+  console.log('   Initializing database...');
+
+  // TODO: Add database initialization
+  // This function can be called from install-config.yaml
+
+  console.log('   ✓ Database initialized');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Generate sample data for the module (optional)
+ */
+async function generateSamples(config) {
+  console.log('   Generating sample data...');
+
+  // TODO: Create sample files, data, configurations
+  // This helps users understand how to use the module
+
+  const samplesPath = path.join(config.project_root, 'examples', config.module_code);
+
+  console.log(`   - Would create samples at: ${samplesPath}`);
+  console.log('   ✓ Samples generated');
+}
+
+/**
+ * Uninstall the module (cleanup)
+ */
+async function uninstallModule(/* config */) {
+  console.log('🗑️  Uninstalling {{MODULE_NAME}} module...');
+
+  try {
+    // TODO: Add cleanup logic
+    // - Remove configurations
+    // - Clean up databases
+    // - Unregister services
+    // - Backup user data
+
+    console.log('✅ Module uninstalled successfully');
+    return { success: true };
+  } catch (error) {
+    console.error('❌ Uninstall failed:', error.message);
+    return {
+      success: false,
+      error: error.message,
+    };
+  }
+}
+
+// Export functions for BMAD installer
+module.exports = {
+  installModule,
+  initDatabase,
+  generateSamples,
+  uninstallModule,
+};

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+# Build Module - Interactive Module Builder Instructions
+
+<critical>The workflow execution engine is governed by: {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml</critical>
+<critical>You MUST have already loaded and processed: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module/workflow.yaml</critical>
+<critical>Study existing modules in: {project-root}/bmad/ for patterns</critical>
+<critical>Communicate in {communication_language} throughout the module creation process</critical>
+
+<workflow>
+
+<step n="-1" goal="Optional brainstorming for module ideas" optional="true">
+<ask>Do you want to brainstorm module ideas first? [y/n]</ask>
+
+<check if="yes">
+  <action>Invoke brainstorming workflow: {brainstorming_workflow}</action>
+  <action>Pass context data: {brainstorming_context}</action>
+  <action>Wait for brainstorming session completion</action>
+  <action>Use brainstorming output to inform module concept, agent lineup, and workflow portfolio in following steps</action>
+</check>
+
+<check if="no">
+  <action>Proceed directly to Step 0</action>
+</check>
+
+<template-output>brainstorming_results</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="0" goal="Check for module brief" optional="true">
+<ask>Do you have a module brief or should we create one? [have/create/skip]</ask>
+
+<check if="create">
+  <action>Invoke module-brief workflow: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/module-brief/workflow.yaml</action>
+  <action>Wait for module brief completion</action>
+  <action>Load the module brief to use as blueprint</action>
+</check>
+
+<check if="have">
+  <ask>Provide path to module brief document</ask>
+  <action>Load the module brief and use it to pre-populate all planning sections</action>
+</check>
+
+<check if="skip">
+  <action>Proceed directly to Step 1</action>
+</check>
+
+<template-output>module_brief</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="1" goal="Define module concept and scope">
+<critical>Load and study the complete module structure guide</critical>
+<action>Load module structure guide: {module_structure_guide}</action>
+<action>Understand module types (Simple/Standard/Complex)</action>
+<action>Review directory structures and component guidelines</action>
+<action>Study the installation infrastructure patterns</action>
+
+<action>If brainstorming or module brief was completed, reference those results to guide the conversation</action>
+
+<action>Guide user to articulate their module's vision, exploring its purpose, what it will help with, and who will use it</action>
+
+<action>Based on their description, intelligently propose module details:</action>
+
+**Module Identity Development:**
+
+1. **Module name** - Extract from their description with proper title case
+2. **Module code** - Generate kebab-case from name following patterns:
+   - Multi-word descriptive names → shortened kebab-case
+   - Domain-specific terms → recognizable abbreviations
+   - Present suggested code and confirm it works for paths like bmad/{{code}}/agents/
+3. **Module purpose** - Refine their description into 1-2 clear sentences
+4. **Target audience** - Infer from context or ask if unclear
+
+**Module Theme Reference Categories:**
+
+- Domain-Specific (Legal, Medical, Finance, Education)
+- Creative (RPG/Gaming, Story Writing, Music Production)
+- Technical (DevOps, Testing, Architecture, Security)
+- Business (Project Management, Marketing, Sales)
+- Personal (Journaling, Learning, Productivity)
+
+<critical>Determine output location:</critical>
+
+- Module will be created at {installer_output_folder}
+
+<action>Store module identity for scaffolding</action>
+
+<template-output>module_identity</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="2" goal="Plan module components">
+<action>Based on the module purpose, intelligently propose an initial component architecture</action>
+
+**Agents Planning:**
+
+<action>Suggest agents based on module purpose, considering agent types (Simple/Expert/Module) appropriate to each role</action>
+
+**Example Agent Patterns by Domain:**
+
+- Data/Analytics: Analyst, Designer, Builder roles
+- Gaming/Creative: Game Master, Generator, Storytelling roles
+- Team/Business: Manager, Facilitator, Documentation roles
+
+<action>Present suggested agent list with types, explaining we can start with core ones and add others later</action>
+<action>Confirm which agents resonate with their vision</action>
+
+**Workflows Planning:**
+
+<action>Intelligently suggest workflows that complement the proposed agents</action>
+
+**Example Workflow Patterns by Domain:**
+
+- Data/Analytics: analyze-dataset, create-dashboard, generate-report
+- Gaming/Creative: session-prep, generate-encounter, world-building
+- Team/Business: planning, facilitation, documentation workflows
+
+<action>For each workflow, note whether it should be Document, Action, or Interactive type</action>
+<action>Confirm which workflows are most important to start with</action>
+<action>Determine which to create now vs placeholder</action>
+
+**Tasks Planning (optional):**
+<ask>Any special tasks that don't warrant full workflows?</ask>
+
+<action if="tasks needed">For each task, capture name, purpose, and whether standalone or supporting</action>
+
+<template-output>module_components</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="2b" goal="Determine module complexity">
+<action>Based on components, intelligently determine module type using criteria:</action>
+
+**Simple Module Criteria:**
+
+- 1-2 agents, all Simple type
+- 1-3 workflows
+- No complex integrations
+
+**Standard Module Criteria:**
+
+- 2-4 agents with mixed types
+- 3-8 workflows
+- Some shared resources
+
+**Complex Module Criteria:**
+
+- 4+ agents or multiple Module-type agents
+- 8+ workflows
+- Complex interdependencies
+- External integrations
+
+<action>Present determined module type with explanation of what structure will be set up</action>
+
+<template-output>module_type</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="3" goal="Create module directory structure">
+<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>
+
+```
+{{module_code}}/
+├── agents/                    # Agent definitions
+├── workflows/                 # Workflow folders
+├── tasks/                     # Task files (if any)
+├── templates/                 # Shared templates
+├── data/                      # Module data files
+├── _module-installer/         # Installation configuration
+│   └── install-config.yaml   # Configuration questions (config.yaml generated at install time)
+└── README.md                  # Module documentation
+```
+
+<action>Create installer directory:</action>
+
+**INSTALLED MODULE STRUCTURE** (generated in target project after installation):
+
+```
+{{module_code}}/
+├── agents/                    # Compiled agents
+├── workflows/                 # Workflow instances
+├── config.yaml               # Generated from install-config.yaml during installation
+└── data/                     # User data directory
+```
+
+**SOURCE MODULE** (\_module-installer is for installation only, not copied to target):
+
+```
+{{module_code}}/
+├── _module-installer/
+│   ├── install-config.yaml   # Configuration questions
+│   ├── installer.js          # Optional custom installation logic
+│   └── assets/               # Files to copy during install
+```
+
+<template-output>directory_structure</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="4" goal="Plan module configuration fields">
+<action>Based on the module purpose and components, determine what configuration settings the module needs</action>
+
+**Configuration Field Planning:**
+
+<ask>Does your module need any user-configurable settings during installation?</ask>
+
+**Common configuration patterns:**
+
+- Output/data paths (where module saves files)
+- Feature toggles (enable/disable functionality)
+- Integration settings (API keys, external services)
+- Behavior preferences (automation level, detail level)
+- User skill level or experience settings
+
+<action>For each configuration field needed, determine:</action>
+
+1. Field name (snake_case)
+2. Whether it's INTERACTIVE (asks user) or STATIC (hardcoded)
+3. Prompt text (if interactive)
+4. Default value
+5. Type: text input, single-select, or multi-select
+6. Result template (how the value gets stored)
+
+<action>Store planned configuration fields for installer generation in step 7</action>
+
+<template-output>module_config_fields</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="5" goal="Create first agent" optional="true">
+<ask>Create your first agent now? [yes/no]</ask>
+
+<check if="yes">
+  <action>Invoke agent builder workflow: {agent_builder}</action>
+  <action>Pass module_components as context input</action>
+  <action>Guide them to create the primary agent for the module</action>
+
+<critical>Save to module's agents folder:</critical>
+
+- Save to {{module_path}}/agents/
+  </check>
+
+<check if="no">
+  <action>Create placeholder file in agents folder with TODO notes including agent name, purpose, and type</action>
+</check>
+
+<template-output>first_agent</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="6" goal="Create first workflow" optional="true">
+<ask>Create your first workflow now? [yes/no]</ask>
+
+<check if="yes">
+  <action>Invoke workflow builder: {workflow_builder}</action>
+  <action>Pass module_components as context input</action>
+  <action>Guide them to create the primary workflow</action>
+
+<critical>Save to module's workflows folder:</critical>
+
+- Save to {{module_path}}/workflows/
+  </check>
+
+<check if="no">
+  <action>Create placeholder workflow folder structure with TODO notes for workflow.yaml, instructions.md, and template.md if document workflow</action>
+</check>
+
+<template-output>first_workflow</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="7" goal="Setup module installer">
+<action>Load installer template from: {installer_templates}/install-config.yaml</action>
+
+<critical>IMPORTANT: Create install-config.yaml NOT install-config.yaml</critical>
+<critical>This is the STANDARD format that BMAD installer uses</critical>
+
+Create \_module-installer/install-config.yaml:
+
+```yaml
+# {{module_name}} Module Configuration
+# This file defines installation questions and module configuration values
+
+code: {{module_code}}
+name: "{{module_name}}"
+default_selected: false # Set to true if this should be selected by default
+
+# Welcome message shown during installation
+prompt:
+  - "Thank you for choosing {{module_name}}!"
+  - "{{brief_module_description}}"
+
+# Core config values are automatically inherited:
+## user_name
+## communication_language
+## document_output_language
+## output_folder
+
+# ============================================================================
+# CONFIGURATION FIELDS (from step 4 planning)
+# ============================================================================
+# Each field can be:
+# 1. INTERACTIVE (has 'prompt' - asks user during installation)
+# 2. STATIC (no 'prompt' - just uses 'result' value)
+# ============================================================================
+
+# EXAMPLE Interactive text input:
+# output_path:
+#   prompt: "Where should {{module_code}} save outputs?"
+#   default: "output/{{module_code}}"
+#   result: "{project-root}/{value}"
+
+# EXAMPLE Interactive single-select:
+# detail_level:
+#   prompt: "How detailed should outputs be?"
+#   default: "standard"
+#   result: "{value}"
+#   single-select:
+#     - value: "minimal"
+#       label: "Minimal - Brief summaries only"
+#     - value: "standard"
+#       label: "Standard - Balanced detail"
+#     - value: "detailed"
+#       label: "Detailed - Comprehensive information"
+
+# EXAMPLE Static value:
+# module_version:
+#   result: "1.0.0"
+
+# EXAMPLE Static path:
+# data_path:
+#   result: "{project-root}/bmad/{{module_code}}/data"
+
+{{generated_config_fields_from_step_4}}
+```
+
+<critical>Save location:</critical>
+
+- Save to {{module_path}}/\_module-installer/install-config.yaml
+
+<ask>Does your module need custom installation logic (database setup, API registration, etc.)?</ask>
+
+<check if="yes, create installer.js">
+  ```javascript
+  // {{module_name}} Module Installer
+  // Custom installation logic
+
+/\*\*
+
+- Module installation hook
+- Called after files are copied but before IDE configuration
+-
+- @param {Object} options - Installation options
+- @param {string} options.projectRoot - Project root directory
+- @param {Object} options.config - Module configuration from install-config.yaml
+- @param {Array} options.installedIDEs - List of IDE codes being configured
+- @param {Object} options.logger - Logger instance (log, warn, error methods)
+- @returns {boolean} - true if successful, false to abort installation
+  \*/
+  async function install(options) {
+  const { projectRoot, config, installedIDEs, logger } = options;
+
+  logger.log('Running {{module_name}} custom installer...');
+
+  // TODO: Add custom installation logic here
+  // Examples:
+  // - Create database tables
+  // - Download external assets
+  // - Configure API connections
+  // - Initialize data files
+  // - Set up webhooks or integrations
+
+  logger.log('{{module_name}} custom installation complete!');
+  return true;
+
+}
+
+module.exports = { install };
+
+`````
+
+<critical>Save location:</critical>
+
+- Save to {{module_path}}/\_module-installer/installer.js
+</check>
+
+<check if="no">
+<action>Skip installer.js creation - the standard installer will handle everything</action>
+</check>
+
+<template-output>installer_config</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="8" goal="Create module documentation">
+Generate comprehensive README.md:
+
+````markdown
+# {{module_name}}
+
+{{module_purpose}}
+
+## Overview
+
+This module provides:
+{{component_summary}}
+
+## Installation
+
+```bash
+bmad install {{module_code}}
+`````
+
+````
+
+## Components
+
+### Agents ({{agent_count}})
+
+{{agent_documentation}}
+
+### Workflows ({{workflow_count}})
+
+{{workflow_documentation}}
+
+### Tasks ({{task_count}})
+
+{{task_documentation}}
+
+## Quick Start
+
+1. **Load the main agent:**
+
+   ```
+   agent {{primary_agent}}
+   ```
+
+2. **View available commands:**
+
+   ```
+   *help
+   ```
+
+3. **Run the main workflow:**
+   ```
+   workflow {{primary_workflow}}
+   ```
+
+## Module Structure
+
+```
+{{directory_tree}}
+```
+
+## Configuration
+
+The module can be configured in `bmad/{{module_code}}/config.yaml`
+
+Key settings:
+{{configuration_options}}
+
+## Examples
+
+### Example 1: {{example_use_case}}
+
+{{example_walkthrough}}
+
+## Development Roadmap
+
+- [ ] {{roadmap_item_1}}
+- [ ] {{roadmap_item_2}}
+- [ ] {{roadmap_item_3}}
+
+## Contributing
+
+To extend this module:
+
+1. Add new agents using `create-agent` workflow
+2. Add new workflows using `create-workflow` workflow
+3. Submit improvements via pull request
+
+## Author
+
+Created by {{user_name}} on {{date}}
+
+````
+
+<template-output>module_readme</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="9" goal="Generate component roadmap">
+Create a development roadmap for remaining components:
+
+**TODO.md file:**
+
+```markdown
+# {{module_name}} Development Roadmap
+
+## Phase 1: Core Components
+
+{{phase1_tasks}}
+
+## Phase 2: Enhanced Features
+
+{{phase2_tasks}}
+
+## Phase 3: Polish and Integration
+
+{{phase3_tasks}}
+
+## Quick Commands
+
+Create new agent:
+```
+
+workflow create-agent
+
+```
+
+Create new workflow:
+```
+
+workflow create-workflow
+
+```
+
+## Notes
+{{development_notes}}
+```
+
+Ask if user wants to:
+
+1. Continue building more components now
+2. Save roadmap for later development
+3. Test what's been built so far
+
+<template-output>development_roadmap</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="10" goal="Validate and finalize module">
+<action>Run validation checks:</action>
+
+**Structure validation:**
+
+- All required directories created
+- Config files properly formatted
+- Installer configuration valid
+
+**Component validation:**
+
+- At least one agent or workflow exists (or planned)
+- All references use correct paths
+- Module code consistent throughout
+
+**Documentation validation:**
+
+- README.md complete
+- Installation instructions clear
+- Examples provided
+
+<action>Present summary to {user_name}:</action>
+
+- Module name and code
+- Location path
+- Agent count (created vs planned)
+- Workflow count (created vs planned)
+- Task count
+- Installer status
+
+<action>Provide next steps guidance:</action>
+
+1. Complete remaining components using roadmap
+2. Run the BMAD Method installer to this project location
+3. Select 'Compile Agents' option after confirming folder
+4. Module will be compiled and available for use
+5. Test with bmad install command
+6. Share or integrate with existing system
+
+<ask>Would you like to:
+
+- Create another component now?
+- Test the module installation?
+- Exit and continue later?
+  </ask>
+
+<template-output>module_summary</template-output>
+</step>
+
+</workflow>

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+# Build Module - Interactive Module Builder Instructions
+
+<critical>The workflow execution engine is governed by: {project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml</critical>
+<critical>You MUST have already loaded and processed: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module/workflow.yaml</critical>
+<critical>Study existing modules in: {project-root}/bmad/ for patterns</critical>
+<critical>Communicate in {communication_language} throughout the module creation process</critical>
+
+<workflow>
+
+<step n="-1" goal="Optional brainstorming for module ideas" optional="true">
+<ask>Do you want to brainstorm module ideas first? [y/n]</ask>
+
+<check>If yes:</check>
+<action>Invoke brainstorming workflow: {brainstorming_workflow}</action>
+<action>Pass context data: {brainstorming_context}</action>
+<action>Wait for brainstorming session completion</action>
+<action>Use brainstorming output to inform module concept, agent lineup, and workflow portfolio in following steps</action>
+
+<check>If no:</check>
+<action>Proceed directly to Step 0</action>
+
+<template-output>brainstorming_results</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="0" goal="Check for module brief" optional="true">
+<ask>Do you have a module brief or should we create one? [have/create/skip]</ask>
+
+<check>If create:</check>
+<action>Invoke module-brief workflow: {project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/module-brief/workflow.yaml</action>
+<action>Wait for module brief completion</action>
+<action>Load the module brief to use as blueprint</action>
+
+<check>If have:</check>
+<ask>Provide path to module brief document</ask>
+<action>Load the module brief and use it to pre-populate all planning sections</action>
+
+<check>If skip:</check>
+<action>Proceed directly to Step 1</action>
+
+<template-output>module_brief</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="1" goal="Define module concept and scope">
+<critical>Load and study the complete module structure guide</critical>
+<action>Load module structure guide: {module_structure_guide}</action>
+<action>Understand module types (Simple/Standard/Complex)</action>
+<action>Review directory structures and component guidelines</action>
+<action>Study the installation infrastructure patterns</action>
+
+<action>If brainstorming or module brief was completed, reference those results to guide the conversation</action>
+
+<action>Guide user to articulate their module's vision, exploring its purpose, what it will help with, and who will use it</action>
+
+<action>Based on their description, intelligently propose module details:</action>
+
+**Module Identity Development:**
+
+1. **Module name** - Extract from their description with proper title case
+2. **Module code** - Generate kebab-case from name following patterns:
+   - Multi-word descriptive names → shortened kebab-case
+   - Domain-specific terms → recognizable abbreviations
+   - Present suggested code and confirm it works for paths like bmad/{{code}}/agents/
+3. **Module purpose** - Refine their description into 1-2 clear sentences
+4. **Target audience** - Infer from context or ask if unclear
+
+**Module Theme Reference Categories:**
+
+- Domain-Specific (Legal, Medical, Finance, Education)
+- Creative (RPG/Gaming, Story Writing, Music Production)
+- Technical (DevOps, Testing, Architecture, Security)
+- Business (Project Management, Marketing, Sales)
+- Personal (Journaling, Learning, Productivity)
+
+<critical>Determine output location:</critical>
+
+- Module will be created at {installer_output_folder}
+
+<action>Store module identity for scaffolding</action>
+
+<template-output>module_identity</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="2" goal="Plan module components">
+<action>Based on the module purpose, intelligently propose an initial component architecture</action>
+
+**Agents Planning:**
+
+<action>Suggest agents based on module purpose, considering agent types (Simple/Expert/Module) appropriate to each role</action>
+
+**Example Agent Patterns by Domain:**
+
+- Data/Analytics: Analyst, Designer, Builder roles
+- Gaming/Creative: Game Master, Generator, Storytelling roles
+- Team/Business: Manager, Facilitator, Documentation roles
+
+<action>Present suggested agent list with types, explaining we can start with core ones and add others later</action>
+<action>Confirm which agents resonate with their vision</action>
+
+**Workflows Planning:**
+
+<action>Intelligently suggest workflows that complement the proposed agents</action>
+
+**Example Workflow Patterns by Domain:**
+
+- Data/Analytics: analyze-dataset, create-dashboard, generate-report
+- Gaming/Creative: session-prep, generate-encounter, world-building
+- Team/Business: planning, facilitation, documentation workflows
+
+<action>For each workflow, note whether it should be Document, Action, or Interactive type</action>
+<action>Confirm which workflows are most important to start with</action>
+<action>Determine which to create now vs placeholder</action>
+
+**Tasks Planning (optional):**
+<ask>Any special tasks that don't warrant full workflows?</ask>
+
+<check>If tasks needed:</check>
+<action>For each task, capture name, purpose, and whether standalone or supporting</action>
+
+<template-output>module_components</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="2b" goal="Determine module complexity">
+<action>Based on components, intelligently determine module type using criteria:</action>
+
+**Simple Module Criteria:**
+
+- 1-2 agents, all Simple type
+- 1-3 workflows
+- No complex integrations
+
+**Standard Module Criteria:**
+
+- 2-4 agents with mixed types
+- 3-8 workflows
+- Some shared resources
+
+**Complex Module Criteria:**
+
+- 4+ agents or multiple Module-type agents
+- 8+ workflows
+- Complex interdependencies
+- External integrations
+
+<action>Present determined module type with explanation of what structure will be set up</action>
+
+<template-output>module_type</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="3" goal="Create module directory structure">
+<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>
+
+```
+{{module_code}}/
+├── agents/           # Agent definitions
+├── workflows/        # Workflow folders
+├── tasks/           # Task files (if any)
+├── templates/       # Shared templates
+├── data/           # Module data files
+├── config.yaml     # Module configuration
+└── README.md       # Module documentation
+```
+
+<action>Create installer directory:</action>
+
+```
+{{module_code}}/
+├── _module-installer/
+│   ├── install-config.yaml
+│   ├── installer.js (optional)
+│   └── assets/     # Files to copy during install
+├── config.yaml     # Runtime configuration
+├── agents/         # Agent configs (optional)
+├── workflows/      # Workflow instances
+└── data/          # User data directory
+```
+
+<template-output>directory_structure</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="4" goal="Generate module configuration">
+Create the main module config.yaml:
+
+```yaml
+# {{module_name}} Module Configuration
+module_name: {{module_name}}
+module_code: {{module_code}}
+author: {{user_name}}
+description: {{module_purpose}}
+
+# Module paths
+module_root: "{project-root}/bmad/{{module_code}}"
+installer_path: "{project-root}/bmad/{{module_code}}"
+
+# Component counts
+agents:
+  count: {{agent_count}}
+  list: {{agent_list}}
+
+workflows:
+  count: {{workflow_count}}
+  list: {{workflow_list}}
+
+tasks:
+  count: {{task_count}}
+  list: {{task_list}}
+
+# Module-specific settings
+{{custom_settings}}
+
+# Output configuration
+output_folder: "{project-root}/docs/{{module_code}}"
+data_folder: "{{determined_module_path}}/data"
+```
+
+<critical>Save location:</critical>
+
+- Save to {{module_path}}/config.yaml
+
+<template-output>module_config</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="5" goal="Create first agent" optional="true">
+<ask>Create your first agent now? [yes/no]</ask>
+
+<check>If yes:</check>
+<action>Invoke agent builder workflow: {agent_builder}</action>
+<action>Pass module_components as context input</action>
+<action>Guide them to create the primary agent for the module</action>
+
+<critical>Save to module's agents folder:</critical>
+
+- Save to {{module_path}}/agents/
+
+<check>If no:</check>
+<action>Create placeholder file in agents folder with TODO notes including agent name, purpose, and type</action>
+
+<template-output>first_agent</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="6" goal="Create first workflow" optional="true">
+<ask>Create your first workflow now? [yes/no]</ask>
+
+<check>If yes:</check>
+<action>Invoke workflow builder: {workflow_builder}</action>
+<action>Pass module_components as context input</action>
+<action>Guide them to create the primary workflow</action>
+
+<critical>Save to module's workflows folder:</critical>
+
+- Save to {{module_path}}/workflows/
+
+<check>If no:</check>
+<action>Create placeholder workflow folder structure with TODO notes for workflow.yaml, instructions.md, and template.md if document workflow</action>
+
+<template-output>first_workflow</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="7" goal="Setup module installer">
+<action>Load installer templates from: {installer_templates}</action>
+
+Create install-config.yaml:
+
+```yaml
+# {{module_name}} Installation Configuration
+module_name: { { module_name } }
+module_code: { { module_code } }
+installation_date: { { date } }
+
+# Installation steps
+install_steps:
+  - name: 'Create directories'
+    action: 'mkdir'
+    paths:
+      - '{project-root}/bmad/{{module_code}}'
+      - '{project-root}/bmad/{{module_code}}/data'
+      - '{project-root}/bmad/{{module_code}}/agents'
+
+  - name: 'Copy configuration'
+    action: 'copy'
+    source: '{installer_path}/config.yaml'
+    dest: '{project-root}/bmad/{{module_code}}/config.yaml'
+
+  - name: 'Register module'
+    action: 'register'
+    manifest: '{project-root}/bmad/_cfg/manifest.yaml'
+
+# External assets (if any)
+external_assets:
+  - description: '{{asset_description}}'
+    source: 'assets/{{filename}}'
+    dest: '{{destination_path}}'
+
+# Post-install message
+post_install_message: |
+  {{module_name}} has been installed successfully!
+
+  To get started:
+  1. Load any {{module_code}} agent
+  2. Use *help to see available commands
+  3. Check README.md for full documentation
+```
+
+Create installer.js stub (optional):
+
+```javascript
+// {{module_name}} Module Installer
+// This is a placeholder for complex installation logic
+
+function installModule(config) {
+  console.log('Installing {{module_name}} module...');
+
+  // TODO: Add any complex installation logic here
+  // Examples:
+  // - Database setup
+  // - API key configuration
+  // - External service registration
+  // - File system preparation
+
+  console.log('{{module_name}} module installed successfully!');
+  return true;
+}
+
+module.exports = { installModule };
+```
+
+<template-output>installer_config</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="8" goal="Create module documentation">
+Generate comprehensive README.md:
+
+````markdown
+# {{module_name}}
+
+{{module_purpose}}
+
+## Overview
+
+This module provides:
+{{component_summary}}
+
+## Installation
+
+```bash
+bmad install {{module_code}}
+```
+````
+
+## Components
+
+### Agents ({{agent_count}})
+
+{{agent_documentation}}
+
+### Workflows ({{workflow_count}})
+
+{{workflow_documentation}}
+
+### Tasks ({{task_count}})
+
+{{task_documentation}}
+
+## Quick Start
+
+1. **Load the main agent:**
+
+   ```
+   agent {{primary_agent}}
+   ```
+
+2. **View available commands:**
+
+   ```
+   *help
+   ```
+
+3. **Run the main workflow:**
+   ```
+   workflow {{primary_workflow}}
+   ```
+
+## Module Structure
+
+```
+{{directory_tree}}
+```
+
+## Configuration
+
+The module can be configured in `bmad/{{module_code}}/config.yaml`
+
+Key settings:
+{{configuration_options}}
+
+## Examples
+
+### Example 1: {{example_use_case}}
+
+{{example_walkthrough}}
+
+## Development Roadmap
+
+- [ ] {{roadmap_item_1}}
+- [ ] {{roadmap_item_2}}
+- [ ] {{roadmap_item_3}}
+
+## Contributing
+
+To extend this module:
+
+1. Add new agents using `create-agent` workflow
+2. Add new workflows using `create-workflow` workflow
+3. Submit improvements via pull request
+
+## Author
+
+Created by {{user_name}} on {{date}}
+
+````
+
+<template-output>module_readme</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="9" goal="Generate component roadmap">
+Create a development roadmap for remaining components:
+
+**TODO.md file:**
+```markdown
+# {{module_name}} Development Roadmap
+
+## Phase 1: Core Components
+{{phase1_tasks}}
+
+## Phase 2: Enhanced Features
+{{phase2_tasks}}
+
+## Phase 3: Polish and Integration
+{{phase3_tasks}}
+
+## Quick Commands
+
+Create new agent:
+````
+
+workflow create-agent
+
+```
+
+Create new workflow:
+```
+
+workflow create-workflow
+
+```
+
+## Notes
+{{development_notes}}
+```
+
+Ask if user wants to:
+
+1. Continue building more components now
+2. Save roadmap for later development
+3. Test what's been built so far
+
+<template-output>development_roadmap</template-output>
+</step>
+
+<step n="10" goal="Validate and finalize module">
+<action>Run validation checks:</action>
+
+**Structure validation:**
+
+- All required directories created
+- Config files properly formatted
+- Installer configuration valid
+
+**Component validation:**
+
+- At least one agent or workflow exists (or planned)
+- All references use correct paths
+- Module code consistent throughout
+
+**Documentation validation:**
+
+- README.md complete
+- Installation instructions clear
+- Examples provided
+
+<action>Present summary to {user_name}:</action>
+
+- Module name and code
+- Location path
+- Agent count (created vs planned)
+- Workflow count (created vs planned)
+- Task count
+- Installer status
+
+<action>Provide next steps guidance:</action>
+
+1. Complete remaining components using roadmap
+2. Run the BMAD Method installer to this project location
+3. Select 'Compile Agents' option after confirming folder
+4. Module will be compiled and available for use
+5. Test with bmad install command
+6. Share or integrate with existing system
+
+<ask>Would you like to:
+
+- Create another component now?
+- Test the module installation?
+- Exit and continue later?
+  </ask>
+
+<template-output>module_summary</template-output>
+</step>
+
+</workflow>

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+# BMAD Module Structure Guide
+
+## What is a Module?
+
+A BMAD module is a self-contained package of agents, workflows, tasks, and resources that work together to provide specialized functionality. Think of it as an expansion pack for the BMAD Method.
+
+## Module Architecture
+
+### Core Structure
+
+```
+# SOURCE MODULE (in BMAD-METHOD project)
+src/modules/{module-code}/
+├── agents/                        # Agent definitions (.agent.yaml)
+├── workflows/                     # Workflow folders
+├── tasks/                         # Task files
+├── tools/                         # Tool files
+├── templates/                     # Shared templates
+├── data/                          # Static data
+├── _module-installer/             # Installation configuration
+│   ├── install-config.yaml  # Installation questions & config
+│   ├── installer.js              # Optional custom install logic
+│   └── assets/                   # Files to copy during install
+└── README.md                      # Module documentation
+
+# INSTALLED MODULE (in target project)
+{project-root}/bmad/{module-code}/
+├── agents/                        # Compiled agent files (.md)
+├── workflows/                     # Workflow instances
+├── tasks/                         # Task files
+├── tools/                         # Tool files
+├── templates/                     # Templates
+├── data/                          # Module data
+├── config.yaml                    # Generated from install-config.yaml
+└── README.md                      # Module documentation
+```
+
+## Module Types by Complexity
+
+### Simple Module (1-2 agents, 2-3 workflows)
+
+Perfect for focused, single-purpose tools.
+
+**Example: Code Review Module**
+
+- 1 Reviewer Agent
+- 2 Workflows: quick-review, deep-review
+- Clear, narrow scope
+
+### Standard Module (3-5 agents, 5-10 workflows)
+
+Comprehensive solution for a domain.
+
+**Example: Project Management Module**
+
+- PM Agent, Scrum Master Agent, Analyst Agent
+- Workflows: sprint-planning, retrospective, roadmap, user-stories
+- Integrated component ecosystem
+
+### Complex Module (5+ agents, 10+ workflows)
+
+Full platform or framework.
+
+**Example: RPG Toolkit Module**
+
+- DM Agent, NPC Agent, Monster Agent, Loot Agent, Map Agent
+- 15+ workflows for every aspect of game management
+- Multiple interconnected systems
+
+## Module Naming Conventions
+
+### Module Code (kebab-case)
+
+- `data-viz` - Data Visualization
+- `team-collab` - Team Collaboration
+- `rpg-toolkit` - RPG Toolkit
+- `legal-assist` - Legal Assistant
+
+### Module Name (Title Case)
+
+- "Data Visualization Suite"
+- "Team Collaboration Platform"
+- "RPG Game Master Toolkit"
+- "Legal Document Assistant"
+
+## Component Guidelines
+
+### Agents per Module
+
+**Recommended Distribution:**
+
+- **Primary Agent (1)**: The main interface/orchestrator
+- **Specialist Agents (2-4)**: Domain-specific experts
+- **Utility Agents (0-2)**: Helper/support functions
+
+**Anti-patterns to Avoid:**
+
+- Too many overlapping agents
+- Agents that could be combined
+- Agents without clear purpose
+
+### Workflows per Module
+
+**Categories:**
+
+- **Core Workflows (2-3)**: Essential functionality
+- **Feature Workflows (3-5)**: Specific capabilities
+- **Utility Workflows (2-3)**: Supporting operations
+- **Admin Workflows (0-2)**: Maintenance/config
+
+**Workflow Complexity Guide:**
+
+- Simple: 3-5 steps, single output
+- Standard: 5-10 steps, multiple outputs
+- Complex: 10+ steps, conditional logic, sub-workflows
+
+### Tasks per Module
+
+Tasks should be used for:
+
+- Single-operation utilities
+- Shared subroutines
+- Quick actions that don't warrant workflows
+
+## Module Dependencies
+
+### Internal Dependencies
+
+- Agents can reference module workflows
+- Workflows can invoke module tasks
+- Tasks can use module templates
+
+### External Dependencies
+
+- Reference other modules via full paths
+- Declare dependencies in config.yaml
+- Version compatibility notes
+
+## Installation Infrastructure
+
+### Required: \_module-installer/install-config.yaml
+
+This file defines both installation questions AND static configuration values:
+
+```yaml
+# Module metadata
+code: module-code
+name: 'Module Name'
+default_selected: false
+
+# Welcome message during installation
+prompt:
+  - 'Welcome to Module Name!'
+  - 'Brief description here'
+
+# Core values automatically inherited from installer:
+## user_name
+## communication_language
+## document_output_language
+## output_folder
+
+# INTERACTIVE fields (ask user during install)
+output_location:
+  prompt: 'Where should module outputs be saved?'
+  default: 'output/module-code'
+  result: '{project-root}/{value}'
+
+feature_level:
+  prompt: 'Which feature set?'
+  default: 'standard'
+  result: '{value}'
+  single-select:
+    - value: 'basic'
+      label: 'Basic - Core features only'
+    - value: 'standard'
+      label: 'Standard - Recommended features'
+    - value: 'advanced'
+      label: 'Advanced - All features'
+
+# STATIC fields (no prompt, just hardcoded values)
+module_version:
+  result: '1.0.0'
+
+data_path:
+  result: '{project-root}/bmad/module-code/data'
+```
+
+**Key Points:**
+
+- File is named `install-config.yaml` (NOT install-config.yaml)
+- Supports both interactive prompts and static values
+- `result` field uses placeholders: `{value}`, `{project-root}`, `{directory_name}`
+- Installer generates final `config.yaml` from this template
+
+### Optional: \_module-installer/installer.js
+
+For complex installations requiring custom logic:
+
+```javascript
+/**
+ * @param {Object} options - Installation options
+ * @param {string} options.projectRoot - Target project directory
+ * @param {Object} options.config - Config from install-config.yaml
+ * @param {Array} options.installedIDEs - IDEs being configured
+ * @param {Object} options.logger - Logger (log, warn, error)
+ * @returns {boolean} - true if successful
+ */
+async function install(options) {
+  // Custom installation logic here
+  // - Database setup
+  // - API configuration
+  // - External downloads
+  // - Integration setup
+
+  return true;
+}
+
+module.exports = { install };
+```
+
+### Optional: \_module-installer/assets/
+
+Files to copy during installation:
+
+- External configurations
+- Documentation
+- Example files
+- Integration scripts
+
+## Module Lifecycle
+
+### Development Phases
+
+1. **Planning Phase**
+   - Define scope and purpose
+   - Identify components
+   - Design architecture
+
+2. **Scaffolding Phase**
+   - Create directory structure
+   - Generate configurations
+   - Setup installer
+
+3. **Building Phase**
+   - Create agents incrementally
+   - Build workflows progressively
+   - Add tasks as needed
+
+4. **Testing Phase**
+   - Test individual components
+   - Verify integration
+   - Validate installation
+
+5. **Deployment Phase**
+   - Package module
+   - Document usage
+   - Distribute/share
+
+## Best Practices
+
+### Module Cohesion
+
+- All components should relate to module theme
+- Clear boundaries between modules
+- No feature creep
+
+### Progressive Enhancement
+
+- Start with MVP (1 agent, 2 workflows)
+- Add components based on usage
+- Refactor as patterns emerge
+
+### Documentation Standards
+
+- Every module needs README.md
+- Each agent needs purpose statement
+- Workflows need clear descriptions
+- Include examples and quickstart
+
+### Naming Consistency
+
+- Use module code prefix for uniqueness
+- Consistent naming patterns within module
+- Clear, descriptive names
+
+## Example Modules
+
+### Example 1: Personal Productivity
+
+```
+productivity/
+├── agents/
+│   ├── task-manager.md      # GTD methodology
+│   └── focus-coach.md        # Pomodoro timer
+├── workflows/
+│   ├── daily-planning/       # Morning routine
+│   ├── weekly-review/        # Week retrospective
+│   └── project-setup/        # New project init
+└── config.yaml
+```
+
+### Example 2: Content Creation
+
+```
+content/
+├── agents/
+│   ├── writer.md            # Blog/article writer
+│   ├── editor.md            # Copy editor
+│   └── seo-optimizer.md     # SEO specialist
+├── workflows/
+│   ├── blog-post/           # Full blog creation
+│   ├── social-media/        # Social content
+│   ├── email-campaign/      # Email sequence
+│   └── content-calendar/    # Planning
+└── templates/
+    ├── blog-template.md
+    └── email-template.md
+```
+
+### Example 3: DevOps Automation
+
+```
+devops/
+├── agents/
+│   ├── deploy-master.md     # Deployment orchestrator
+│   ├── monitor.md           # System monitoring
+│   ├── incident-responder.md # Incident management
+│   └── infra-architect.md   # Infrastructure design
+├── workflows/
+│   ├── ci-cd-setup/         # Pipeline creation
+│   ├── deploy-app/          # Application deployment
+│   ├── rollback/            # Emergency rollback
+│   ├── health-check/        # System verification
+│   └── incident-response/   # Incident handling
+├── tasks/
+│   ├── check-status.md      # Quick status check
+│   └── notify-team.md       # Team notifications
+└── data/
+    └── runbooks/            # Operational guides
+```
+
+## Module Evolution Pattern
+
+```
+Simple Module → Standard Module → Complex Module → Module Suite
+     (MVP)          (Enhanced)        (Complete)      (Ecosystem)
+```
+
+## Common Pitfalls
+
+1. **Over-engineering**: Starting too complex
+2. **Under-planning**: No clear architecture
+3. **Poor boundaries**: Module does too much
+4. **Weak integration**: Components don't work together
+5. **Missing docs**: No clear usage guide
+
+## Success Metrics
+
+A well-designed module has:
+
+- ✅ Clear, focused purpose
+- ✅ Cohesive components
+- ✅ Smooth installation
+- ✅ Comprehensive docs
+- ✅ Room for growth
+- ✅ Happy users!

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+# BMAD Module Structure Guide
+
+## What is a Module?
+
+A BMAD module is a self-contained package of agents, workflows, tasks, and resources that work together to provide specialized functionality. Think of it as an expansion pack for the BMAD Method.
+
+## Module Architecture
+
+### Core Structure
+
+```
+project-root/
+├── bmad/{module-code}/     # Source code
+│   ├── agents/                    # Agent definitions
+│   ├── workflows/                 # Workflow folders
+│   ├── tasks/                     # Task files
+│   ├── templates/                 # Shared templates
+│   ├── data/                      # Static data
+│   ├── config.yaml                # Module config
+│   └── README.md                  # Documentation
+│
+└── bmad/{module-code}/            # Runtime instance
+    ├── _module-installer/         # Installation files
+    │   ├── install-config.yaml
+    │   ├── installer.js          # Optional
+    │   └── assets/               # Install assets
+    ├── config.yaml               # User config
+    ├── agents/                   # Agent overrides
+    ├── workflows/                # Workflow instances
+    └── data/                     # User data
+
+```
+
+## Module Types by Complexity
+
+### Simple Module (1-2 agents, 2-3 workflows)
+
+Perfect for focused, single-purpose tools.
+
+**Example: Code Review Module**
+
+- 1 Reviewer Agent
+- 2 Workflows: quick-review, deep-review
+- Clear, narrow scope
+
+### Standard Module (3-5 agents, 5-10 workflows)
+
+Comprehensive solution for a domain.
+
+**Example: Project Management Module**
+
+- PM Agent, Scrum Master Agent, Analyst Agent
+- Workflows: sprint-planning, retrospective, roadmap, user-stories
+- Integrated component ecosystem
+
+### Complex Module (5+ agents, 10+ workflows)
+
+Full platform or framework.
+
+**Example: RPG Toolkit Module**
+
+- DM Agent, NPC Agent, Monster Agent, Loot Agent, Map Agent
+- 15+ workflows for every aspect of game management
+- Multiple interconnected systems
+
+## Module Naming Conventions
+
+### Module Code (kebab-case)
+
+- `data-viz` - Data Visualization
+- `team-collab` - Team Collaboration
+- `rpg-toolkit` - RPG Toolkit
+- `legal-assist` - Legal Assistant
+
+### Module Name (Title Case)
+
+- "Data Visualization Suite"
+- "Team Collaboration Platform"
+- "RPG Game Master Toolkit"
+- "Legal Document Assistant"
+
+## Component Guidelines
+
+### Agents per Module
+
+**Recommended Distribution:**
+
+- **Primary Agent (1)**: The main interface/orchestrator
+- **Specialist Agents (2-4)**: Domain-specific experts
+- **Utility Agents (0-2)**: Helper/support functions
+
+**Anti-patterns to Avoid:**
+
+- Too many overlapping agents
+- Agents that could be combined
+- Agents without clear purpose
+
+### Workflows per Module
+
+**Categories:**
+
+- **Core Workflows (2-3)**: Essential functionality
+- **Feature Workflows (3-5)**: Specific capabilities
+- **Utility Workflows (2-3)**: Supporting operations
+- **Admin Workflows (0-2)**: Maintenance/config
+
+**Workflow Complexity Guide:**
+
+- Simple: 3-5 steps, single output
+- Standard: 5-10 steps, multiple outputs
+- Complex: 10+ steps, conditional logic, sub-workflows
+
+### Tasks per Module
+
+Tasks should be used for:
+
+- Single-operation utilities
+- Shared subroutines
+- Quick actions that don't warrant workflows
+
+## Module Dependencies
+
+### Internal Dependencies
+
+- Agents can reference module workflows
+- Workflows can invoke module tasks
+- Tasks can use module templates
+
+### External Dependencies
+
+- Reference other modules via full paths
+- Declare dependencies in config.yaml
+- Version compatibility notes
+
+## Installation Infrastructure
+
+### Required: install-config.yaml
+
+```yaml
+module_name: 'Module Name'
+module_code: 'module-code'
+
+install_steps:
+  - name: 'Create directories'
+    action: 'mkdir'
+    paths: [...]
+
+  - name: 'Copy files'
+    action: 'copy'
+    mappings: [...]
+
+  - name: 'Register module'
+    action: 'register'
+```
+
+### Optional: installer.js
+
+For complex installations requiring:
+
+- Database setup
+- API configuration
+- System integration
+- Permission management
+
+### Optional: External Assets
+
+Files that get copied outside the module:
+
+- System configurations
+- User templates
+- Shared resources
+- Integration scripts
+
+## Module Lifecycle
+
+### Development Phases
+
+1. **Planning Phase**
+   - Define scope and purpose
+   - Identify components
+   - Design architecture
+
+2. **Scaffolding Phase**
+   - Create directory structure
+   - Generate configurations
+   - Setup installer
+
+3. **Building Phase**
+   - Create agents incrementally
+   - Build workflows progressively
+   - Add tasks as needed
+
+4. **Testing Phase**
+   - Test individual components
+   - Verify integration
+   - Validate installation
+
+5. **Deployment Phase**
+   - Package module
+   - Document usage
+   - Distribute/share
+
+## Best Practices
+
+### Module Cohesion
+
+- All components should relate to module theme
+- Clear boundaries between modules
+- No feature creep
+
+### Progressive Enhancement
+
+- Start with MVP (1 agent, 2 workflows)
+- Add components based on usage
+- Refactor as patterns emerge
+
+### Documentation Standards
+
+- Every module needs README.md
+- Each agent needs purpose statement
+- Workflows need clear descriptions
+- Include examples and quickstart
+
+### Naming Consistency
+
+- Use module code prefix for uniqueness
+- Consistent naming patterns within module
+- Clear, descriptive names
+
+## Example Modules
+
+### Example 1: Personal Productivity
+
+```
+productivity/
+├── agents/
+│   ├── task-manager.md      # GTD methodology
+│   └── focus-coach.md        # Pomodoro timer
+├── workflows/
+│   ├── daily-planning/       # Morning routine
+│   ├── weekly-review/        # Week retrospective
+│   └── project-setup/        # New project init
+└── config.yaml
+```
+
+### Example 2: Content Creation
+
+```
+content/
+├── agents/
+│   ├── writer.md            # Blog/article writer
+│   ├── editor.md            # Copy editor
+│   └── seo-optimizer.md     # SEO specialist
+├── workflows/
+│   ├── blog-post/           # Full blog creation
+│   ├── social-media/        # Social content
+│   ├── email-campaign/      # Email sequence
+│   └── content-calendar/    # Planning
+└── templates/
+    ├── blog-template.md
+    └── email-template.md
+```
+
+### Example 3: DevOps Automation
+
+```
+devops/
+├── agents/
+│   ├── deploy-master.md     # Deployment orchestrator
+│   ├── monitor.md           # System monitoring
+│   ├── incident-responder.md # Incident management
+│   └── infra-architect.md   # Infrastructure design
+├── workflows/
+│   ├── ci-cd-setup/         # Pipeline creation
+│   ├── deploy-app/          # Application deployment
+│   ├── rollback/            # Emergency rollback
+│   ├── health-check/        # System verification
+│   └── incident-response/   # Incident handling
+├── tasks/
+│   ├── check-status.md      # Quick status check
+│   └── notify-team.md       # Team notifications
+└── data/
+    └── runbooks/            # Operational guides
+```
+
+## Module Evolution Pattern
+
+```
+Simple Module → Standard Module → Complex Module → Module Suite
+     (MVP)          (Enhanced)        (Complete)      (Ecosystem)
+```
+
+## Common Pitfalls
+
+1. **Over-engineering**: Starting too complex
+2. **Under-planning**: No clear architecture
+3. **Poor boundaries**: Module does too much
+4. **Weak integration**: Components don't work together
+5. **Missing docs**: No clear usage guide
+
+## Success Metrics
+
+A well-designed module has:
+
+- ✅ Clear, focused purpose
+- ✅ Cohesive components
+- ✅ Smooth installation
+- ✅ Comprehensive docs
+- ✅ Room for growth
+- ✅ Happy users!

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+# Build Module Workflow Configuration
+name: create-module
+description: "Interactive workflow to build complete BMAD modules with agents, workflows, tasks, and installation infrastructure"
+author: "BMad"
+
+# Critical variables load from config_source
+config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml"
+custom_module_location: "{config_source}:custom_module_location"
+communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
+user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
+
+# Reference guides for module building
+module_structure_guide: "{installed_path}/module-structure.md"
+installer_templates: "{installed_path}/installer-templates/"
+
+# Use existing build workflows
+agent_builder: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml"
+workflow_builder: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml"
+brainstorming_workflow: "{project-root}/bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml"
+brainstorming_context: "{installed_path}/brainstorm-context.md"
+
+# Optional docs that help understand module patterns
+recommended_inputs:
+  - module_brief: "{output_folder}/module-brief-*.md"
+  - brainstorming_results: "{output_folder}/brainstorming-*.md"
+  - bmm_module: "{project-root}/bmad/bmm/"
+  - cis_module: "{project-root}/bmad/cis/"
+  - existing_agents: "{project-root}/bmad/*/agents/"
+  - existing_workflows: "{project-root}/bmad/*/workflows/"
+
+# Module path and component files
+installed_path: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module"
+template: false # This is an interactive scaffolding workflow
+instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions.md"
+validation: "{installed_path}/checklist.md"
+
+# Output configuration - creates entire module structure
+# Save to custom_module_location/{{module_code}}
+installer_output_folder: "{custom_module_location}/{{module_code}}"
+
+standalone: true
+# Web bundle configuration

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+# Build Module Workflow Configuration
+name: create-module
+description: "Interactive workflow to build complete BMAD modules with agents, workflows, tasks, and installation infrastructure"
+author: "BMad"
+
+# Critical variables load from config_source
+config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/config.yaml"
+custom_module_location: "{config_source}:custom_module_location"
+communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
+user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
+
+# Reference guides for module building
+module_structure_guide: "{installed_path}/module-structure.md"
+installer_templates: "{installed_path}/installer-templates/"
+
+# Use existing build workflows
+agent_builder: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-agent/workflow.yaml"
+workflow_builder: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow.yaml"
+brainstorming_workflow: "{project-root}/bmad/core/workflows/brainstorming/workflow.yaml"
+brainstorming_context: "{installed_path}/brainstorm-context.md"
+
+# Optional docs that help understand module patterns
+recommended_inputs:
+  - module_brief: "{output_folder}/module-brief-*.md"
+  - brainstorming_results: "{output_folder}/brainstorming-*.md"
+  - bmm_module: "{project-root}/bmad/bmm/"
+  - cis_module: "{project-root}/bmad/cis/"
+  - existing_agents: "{project-root}/bmad/*/agents/"
+  - existing_workflows: "{project-root}/bmad/*/workflows/"
+
+# Module path and component files
+installed_path: "{project-root}/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-module"
+template: false # This is an interactive scaffolding workflow
+instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions.md"
+validation: "{installed_path}/checklist.md"
+
+# Output configuration - creates entire module structure
+# Save to custom_module_location/{{module_code}}
+installer_output_folder: "{custom_module_location}/{{module_code}}"
+# Web bundle configuration

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+# Build Workflow
+
+## Overview
+
+The Build Workflow is an interactive workflow builder that guides you through creating new BMAD workflows with proper structure, conventions, and validation. It ensures all workflows follow best practices for optimal human-AI collaboration and are fully compliant with the BMAD Core v6 workflow execution engine.
+
+## Key Features
+
+- **Optional Brainstorming Phase**: Creative exploration of workflow ideas before structured development
+- **Comprehensive Guidance**: Step-by-step process with detailed instructions and examples
+- **Template-Based**: Uses proven templates for all workflow components
+- **Convention Enforcement**: Ensures adherence to BMAD workflow creation guide
+- **README Generation**: Automatically creates comprehensive documentation
+- **Validation Built-In**: Includes checklist generation for quality assurance
+- **Type-Aware**: Adapts to document, action, interactive, autonomous, or meta-workflow types
+
+## Usage
+
+### Basic Invocation
+
+```bash
+workflow create-workflow
+```
+
+### Through BMad Builder Agent
+
+```
+*create-workflow
+```
+
+### What You'll Be Asked
+
+1. **Optional**: Whether to brainstorm workflow ideas first (creative exploration phase)
+2. Workflow name and target module
+3. Workflow purpose and type (enhanced by brainstorming insights if used)
+4. Metadata (description, author, outputs)
+5. Step-by-step design (goals, variables, flow)
+6. Whether to include optional components
+
+## Workflow Structure
+
+### Files Included
+
+```
+create-workflow/
+├── workflow.yaml                  # Configuration and metadata
+├── instructions.md                # Step-by-step execution guide
+├── checklist.md                   # Validation criteria
+├── workflow-creation-guide.md     # Comprehensive reference guide
+├── README.md                      # This file
+└── workflow-template/             # Templates for new workflows
+    ├── workflow.yaml
+    ├── instructions.md
+    ├── template.md
+    ├── checklist.md
+    └── README.md
+```
+
+## Understanding Instruction Styles
+
+One of the most important decisions when creating a workflow is choosing the **instruction style** - how the workflow guides the AI's interaction with users.
+
+### Intent-Based vs Prescriptive Instructions
+
+**Intent-Based (Recommended for most workflows)**
+
+Guides the LLM with goals and principles, allowing natural conversation adaptation.
+
+- **More flexible and conversational** - AI adapts questions to context
+- **Better for complex discovery** - Requirements gathering, creative exploration
+- **Quality over consistency** - Focus on deep understanding
+- **Example**: `<action>Guide user to define their target audience with specific demographics and needs</action>`
+
+**Best for:**
+
+- Complex discovery processes (user research, requirements)
+- Creative brainstorming and ideation
+- Iterative refinement workflows
+- When adaptation to context matters
+- Workflows requiring nuanced understanding
+
+**Prescriptive**
+
+Provides exact wording for questions and structured options.
+
+- **More controlled and predictable** - Same questions every time
+- **Better for simple data collection** - Platform choices, yes/no decisions
+- **Consistency over quality** - Standardized execution
+- **Example**: `<ask>What is your target platform? Choose: PC, Console, Mobile, Web</ask>`
+
+**Best for:**
+
+- Simple data collection (platform, format, binary choices)
+- Compliance verification and standards
+- Configuration with finite options
+- Quick setup wizards
+- When consistency is critical
+
+### Best Practice: Mix Both Styles
+
+The most effective workflows use **both styles strategically**:
+
+```xml
+<!-- Intent-based workflow with prescriptive moments -->
+<step n="1" goal="Understand user vision">
+  <action>Explore the user's vision, uncovering creative intent and target experience</action>
+</step>
+
+<step n="2" goal="Capture basic metadata">
+  <ask>What is your target platform? Choose: PC, Console, Mobile, Web</ask>
+</step>
+
+<step n="3" goal="Deep dive into details">
+  <action>Guide user to articulate their core approach and unique aspects</action>
+</step>
+```
+
+**During workflow creation**, you'll be asked to choose a **primary style preference** - this sets the default approach, but you can (and should) use the other style when it makes more sense for specific steps.
+
+## Workflow Process
+
+### Phase 0: Optional Brainstorming (Step -1)
+
+- **Creative Exploration**: Option to brainstorm workflow ideas before structured development
+- **Design Concept Development**: Generate multiple approaches and explore different possibilities
+- **Requirement Clarification**: Use brainstorming output to inform workflow purpose, type, and structure
+- **Enhanced Creativity**: Leverage AI brainstorming tools for innovative workflow design
+
+The brainstorming phase invokes the CIS brainstorming workflow to:
+
+- Explore workflow ideas and approaches
+- Clarify requirements and use cases
+- Generate creative solutions for complex automation needs
+- Inform the structured workflow building process
+
+### Phase 1: Planning (Steps 0-3)
+
+- Load workflow creation guide and conventions
+- Define workflow purpose, name, and type (informed by brainstorming if used)
+- Gather metadata and configuration details
+- Design step structure and flow
+
+### Phase 2: Generation (Steps 4-8)
+
+- Create workflow.yaml with proper configuration
+- Generate instructions.md with XML-structured steps
+- Create template.md (for document workflows)
+- Generate validation checklist
+- Create supporting data files (optional)
+
+### Phase 3: Documentation and Validation (Steps 9-11)
+
+- Create comprehensive README.md (MANDATORY)
+- Test and validate workflow structure
+- Provide usage instructions and next steps
+
+## Output
+
+### Generated Workflow Folder
+
+Creates a complete workflow folder at:
+`{project-root}/bmad/{{target_module}}/workflows/{{workflow_name}}/`
+
+### Files Created
+
+**Always Created:**
+
+- `workflow.yaml` - Configuration with paths and variables
+- `README.md` - Comprehensive documentation (MANDATORY as of v6)
+- `instructions.md` - Execution steps (if not template-only workflow)
+
+**Conditionally Created:**
+
+- `template.md` - Document structure (for document workflows)
+- `checklist.md` - Validation criteria (optional but recommended)
+- Supporting data files (CSV, JSON, etc. as needed)
+
+### Output Structure
+
+For document workflows, the README documents:
+
+- Workflow purpose and use cases
+- Usage examples with actual commands
+- Input expectations
+- Output structure and location
+- Best practices
+
+## Requirements
+
+- Access to workflow creation guide
+- BMAD Core v6 project structure
+- Module to host the new workflow (bmm, bmb, cis, or custom)
+
+## Best Practices
+
+### Before Starting
+
+1. **Consider Brainstorming**: If you're unsure about the workflow approach, use the optional brainstorming phase
+2. Review the workflow creation guide to understand conventions
+3. Have a clear understanding of the workflow's purpose (or be ready to explore it creatively)
+4. Know which type of workflow you're creating (document, action, etc.) or be open to discovery
+5. Identify any data files or references needed
+
+### Creative Workflow Design
+
+The create-workflow now supports a **seamless transition from creative ideation to structured implementation**:
+
+- **"I need a workflow for something..."** → Start with brainstorming to explore possibilities
+- **Brainstorm** → Generate multiple approaches and clarify requirements
+- **Structured workflow** → Build the actual workflow using insights from brainstorming
+- **One seamless session** → Complete the entire process from idea to implementation
+
+### During Execution
+
+1. Follow kebab-case naming conventions
+2. Be specific with step goals and instructions
+3. Use descriptive variable names (snake_case)
+4. Set appropriate limits ("3-5 items maximum")
+5. Include examples where helpful
+
+### After Completion
+
+1. Test the newly created workflow
+2. Validate against the checklist
+3. Ensure README is comprehensive and accurate
+4. Test all file paths and variable references
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### Issue: Generated workflow won't execute
+
+- **Solution**: Verify all file paths in workflow.yaml use proper variable substitution
+- **Check**: Ensure installed_path and project-root are correctly set
+
+### Issue: Variables not replacing in template
+
+- **Solution**: Ensure variable names match exactly between instructions `<template-output>` tags and template `{{variables}}`
+- **Check**: Use snake_case consistently
+
+### Issue: README has placeholder text
+
+- **Solution**: This workflow now enforces README generation - ensure Step 10 completed fully
+- **Check**: No {WORKFLOW_TITLE} or similar placeholders should remain
+
+## Customization
+
+To modify this workflow:
+
+1. Edit `instructions.md` to adjust the creation process
+2. Update templates in `workflow-template/` to change generated files
+3. Modify `workflow-creation-guide.md` to update conventions
+4. Edit `checklist.md` to change validation criteria
+
+## Version History
+
+- **v6.0.0** - README.md now MANDATORY for all workflows
+  - Added comprehensive README template
+  - Enhanced validation for documentation
+  - Improved Step 10 with detailed README requirements
+
+- **v6.0.0** - Initial BMAD Core v6 compatible version
+  - Template-based workflow generation
+  - Convention enforcement
+  - Validation checklist support
+
+## Support
+
+For issues or questions:
+
+- Review `/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/workflow-creation-guide.md`
+- Check existing workflows in `/bmad/bmm/workflows/` for examples
+- Validate against `/bmad/bmb/workflows/create-workflow/checklist.md`
+- Consult BMAD Method v6 documentation
+
+---
+
+_Part of the BMad Method v6 - BMB (BMad Builder) Module_

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+# Workflow Brainstorming Context
+
+_Context provided to brainstorming workflow when creating a new BMAD workflow_
+
+## Session Focus
+
+You are brainstorming ideas for a **BMAD workflow** - a guided, multi-step process that helps users accomplish complex tasks with structure, consistency, and quality.
+
+## What is a BMAD Workflow?
+
+A workflow is a structured process that provides:
+
+- **Clear Steps**: Sequential operations with defined goals
+- **User Guidance**: Prompts, questions, and decisions at each phase
+- **Quality Output**: Documents, artifacts, or completed actions
+- **Repeatability**: Same process yields consistent results
+- **Type**: Document (creates docs), Action (performs tasks), Interactive (guides sessions), Autonomous (runs automated), Meta (orchestrates other workflows)
+
+## Brainstorming Goals
+
+Explore and define:
+
+### 1. Problem and Purpose
+
+- **What task needs structure?** (specific process users struggle with)
+- **Why is this hard manually?** (complexity, inconsistency, missing steps)
+- **What would ideal process look like?** (steps, checkpoints, outputs)
+- **Who needs this?** (target users and their pain points)
+
+### 2. Process Flow
+
+- **How many phases?** (typically 3-10 major steps)
+- **What's the sequence?** (logical flow from start to finish)
+- **What decisions are needed?** (user choices that affect path)
+- **What's optional vs required?** (flexibility points)
+- **What checkpoints matter?** (validation, review, approval points)
+
+### 3. Inputs and Outputs
+
+- **What inputs are needed?** (documents, data, user answers)
+- **What outputs are generated?** (documents, code, configurations)
+- **What format?** (markdown, XML, YAML, actions)
+- **What quality criteria?** (how to validate success)
+
+### 4. Workflow Type and Style
+
+- **Document Workflow?** Creates structured documents (PRDs, specs, reports)
+- **Action Workflow?** Performs operations (refactoring, deployment, analysis)
+- **Interactive Workflow?** Guides creative process (brainstorming, planning)
+- **Autonomous Workflow?** Runs without user input (batch processing, generation)
+- **Meta Workflow?** Orchestrates other workflows (project setup, module creation)
+
+## Creative Constraints
+
+A great BMAD workflow should be:
+
+- **Focused**: Solves one problem well (not everything)
+- **Structured**: Clear phases with defined goals
+- **Flexible**: Optional steps, branching paths where appropriate
+- **Validated**: Checklist to verify completeness and quality
+- **Documented**: README explains when and how to use it
+
+## Workflow Architecture Questions
+
+### Core Structure
+
+1. **Workflow name** (kebab-case, e.g., "product-brief")
+2. **Purpose** (one sentence)
+3. **Type** (document/action/interactive/autonomous/meta)
+4. **Major phases** (3-10 high-level steps)
+5. **Output** (what gets created)
+
+### Process Details
+
+1. **Required inputs** (what user must provide)
+2. **Optional inputs** (what enhances results)
+3. **Decision points** (where user chooses path)
+4. **Checkpoints** (where to pause for approval)
+5. **Variables** (data passed between steps)
+
+### Quality and Validation
+
+1. **Success criteria** (what defines "done")
+2. **Validation checklist** (measurable quality checks)
+3. **Common issues** (troubleshooting guidance)
+4. **Best practices** (tips for optimal results)
+
+## Workflow Pattern Examples
+
+### Document Generation Workflows
+
+- **Product Brief**: Idea → Vision → Features → Market → Output
+- **PRD**: Requirements → User Stories → Acceptance Criteria → Document
+- **Architecture**: Requirements → Decisions → Design → Diagrams → ADRs
+- **Technical Spec**: Epic → Implementation → Testing → Deployment → Doc
+
+### Action Workflows
+
+- **Code Refactoring**: Analyze → Plan → Refactor → Test → Commit
+- **Deployment**: Build → Test → Stage → Validate → Deploy → Monitor
+- **Migration**: Assess → Plan → Convert → Validate → Deploy
+- **Analysis**: Collect → Process → Analyze → Report → Recommend
+
+### Interactive Workflows
+
+- **Brainstorming**: Setup → Generate → Expand → Evaluate → Prioritize
+- **Planning**: Context → Goals → Options → Decisions → Plan
+- **Review**: Load → Analyze → Critique → Suggest → Document
+
+### Meta Workflows
+
+- **Project Setup**: Plan → Architecture → Stories → Setup → Initialize
+- **Module Creation**: Brainstorm → Brief → Agents → Workflows → Install
+- **Sprint Planning**: Backlog → Capacity → Stories → Commit → Kickoff
+
+## Workflow Design Patterns
+
+### Linear Flow
+
+Simple sequence: Step 1 → Step 2 → Step 3 → Done
+
+**Good for:**
+
+- Document generation
+- Structured analysis
+- Sequential builds
+
+### Branching Flow
+
+Conditional paths: Step 1 → [Decision] → Path A or Path B → Merge → Done
+
+**Good for:**
+
+- Different project types
+- Optional deep dives
+- Scale-adaptive processes
+
+### Iterative Flow
+
+Refinement loops: Step 1 → Step 2 → [Review] → (Repeat if needed) → Done
+
+**Good for:**
+
+- Creative processes
+- Quality refinement
+- Approval cycles
+
+### Router Flow
+
+Type selection: [Select Type] → Load appropriate instructions → Execute → Done
+
+**Good for:**
+
+- Multi-mode workflows
+- Reusable frameworks
+- Flexible tools
+
+## Suggested Brainstorming Techniques
+
+Particularly effective for workflow ideation:
+
+1. **Process Mapping**: Draw current painful process, identify improvements
+2. **Step Decomposition**: Break complex task into atomic steps
+3. **Checkpoint Thinking**: Where do users need pause/review/decision?
+4. **Pain Point Analysis**: What makes current process frustrating?
+5. **Success Visualization**: What does perfect execution look like?
+
+## Key Questions to Answer
+
+1. What manual process needs structure and guidance?
+2. What makes this process hard or inconsistent today?
+3. What are the 3-10 major phases/steps?
+4. What document or output gets created?
+5. What inputs are required from the user?
+6. What decisions or choices affect the flow?
+7. What quality criteria define success?
+8. Document, Action, Interactive, Autonomous, or Meta workflow?
+9. What makes this workflow valuable vs doing it manually?
+10. What would make this workflow delightful to use?
+
+## Output Goals
+
+Generate:
+
+- **Workflow name**: Clear, describes the process
+- **Purpose statement**: One sentence explaining value
+- **Workflow type**: Classification with rationale
+- **Phase outline**: 3-10 major steps with goals
+- **Input/output description**: What goes in, what comes out
+- **Key decisions**: Where user makes choices
+- **Success criteria**: How to know it worked
+- **Unique value**: Why this workflow beats manual process
+- **Use cases**: 3-5 scenarios where this workflow shines
+
+---
+
+_This focused context helps create valuable, structured BMAD workflows_

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+# Build Workflow - Validation Checklist
+
+## Workflow Configuration (workflow.yaml)
+
+- [ ] Name follows kebab-case convention
+- [ ] Description clearly states workflow purpose
+- [ ] All paths use proper variable substitution
+- [ ] installed_path points to correct module location
+- [ ] template/instructions paths are correct for workflow type
+- [ ] Output file pattern is appropriate
+- [ ] YAML syntax is valid (no parsing errors)
+
+## Instructions Structure (instructions.md)
+
+- [ ] Critical headers reference workflow engine
+- [ ] All steps have sequential numbering
+- [ ] Each step has a clear goal attribute
+- [ ] Optional steps marked with optional="true"
+- [ ] Repeating steps have appropriate repeat attributes
+- [ ] All template-output tags have unique variable names
+- [ ] Flow control (if any) has valid step references
+
+## Template Structure (if document workflow)
+
+- [ ] All sections have appropriate placeholders
+- [ ] Variable names match template-output tags exactly
+- [ ] Markdown formatting is valid
+- [ ] Date and metadata fields included
+- [ ] No unreferenced variables remain
+
+## Content Quality
+
+- [ ] Instructions are specific and actionable
+- [ ] Examples provided where helpful
+- [ ] Limits set for lists and content length
+- [ ] User prompts are clear
+- [ ] Step goals accurately describe outcomes
+
+## Validation Checklist (if present)
+
+- [ ] Criteria are measurable and specific
+- [ ] Checks grouped logically by category
+- [ ] Final validation summary included
+- [ ] All critical requirements covered
+
+## File System
+
+- [ ] Workflow folder created in correct module
+- [ ] All required files present based on workflow type
+- [ ] File permissions allow execution
+- [ ] No placeholder text remains (like {TITLE})
+
+## Testing Readiness
+
+- [ ] Workflow can be invoked without errors
+- [ ] All required inputs are documented
+- [ ] Output location is writable
+- [ ] Dependencies (if any) are available
+
+## Web Bundle Configuration (if applicable)
+
+- [ ] web_bundle section present if needed
+- [ ] Name, description, author copied from main config
+- [ ] All file paths converted to bmad/-relative format
+- [ ] NO {config_source} variables in web bundle
+- [ ] NO {project-root} prefixes in paths
+- [ ] Instructions path listed correctly
+- [ ] Validation/checklist path listed correctly
+- [ ] Template path listed (if document workflow)
+- [ ] All data files referenced in instructions are listed
+- [ ] All sub-workflows are included
+- [ ] web_bundle_files array is complete:
+  - [ ] Instructions.md included
+  - [ ] Checklist.md included
+  - [ ] Template.md included (if applicable)
+  - [ ] All CSV/JSON data files included
+  - [ ] All referenced templates included
+  - [ ] All sub-workflow files included
+- [ ] No external dependencies outside bundle
+
+## Documentation
+
+- [ ] README created (if requested)
+- [ ] Usage instructions clear
+- [ ] Example command provided
+- [ ] Special requirements noted
+- [ ] Web bundle deployment noted (if applicable)
+
+## Final Validation
+
+- [ ] Configuration: No issues
+- [ ] Instructions: Complete and clear
+- [ ] Template: Variables properly mapped
+- [ ] Testing: Ready for test run