BMAD-METHOD/docs/expansion-packs.md

The Power of BMad Expansion Packs

Overview

BMad Method's expansion packs unlock the framework's true potential by extending its natural language AI orchestration to ANY domain. While the core framework focuses on software development, expansion packs transform BMad into a universal AI agent system.

Why Expansion Packs?

Keep Core Lean

The core BMad framework maintains its focus on software development, ensuring dev agents have maximum context for coding. Expansion packs handle everything else.

Domain Expertise

Each expansion pack provides deep, specialized knowledge without bloating the core system. Install only what you need.

Community Innovation

Anyone can create and share expansion packs, fostering a ecosystem of AI-powered solutions across all industries and interests.

Technical Expansion Packs

Game Development Pack

Transform your AI into a complete game development studio:

• Game Designer: Mechanics, balance, progression systems
• Level Designer: Map layouts, puzzle design, difficulty curves
• Narrative Designer: Story arcs, dialog trees, lore creation
• Art Director: Visual style guides, asset specifications
• Sound Designer: Audio direction, music themes, SFX planning

Mobile Development Pack

Specialized agents for mobile app creation:

• iOS Specialist: Swift/SwiftUI patterns, Apple guidelines
• Android Expert: Kotlin best practices, Material Design
• Mobile UX Designer: Touch interfaces, gesture patterns
• App Store Optimizer: ASO strategies, listing optimization
• Performance Tuner: Battery optimization, network efficiency

DevOps/Infrastructure Pack

Complete infrastructure automation team:

• Cloud Architect: AWS/Azure/GCP design patterns
• Security Specialist: Zero-trust implementation, compliance
• SRE Expert: Monitoring, alerting, incident response
• Container Orchestrator: Kubernetes, Docker optimization
• Cost Optimizer: Cloud spend analysis, resource right-sizing

Data Science Pack

AI-powered data analysis team:

• Data Scientist: Statistical analysis, ML model selection
• Data Engineer: Pipeline design, ETL processes
• ML Engineer: Model deployment, A/B testing
• Visualization Expert: Dashboard design, insight communication
• Ethics Advisor: Bias detection, fairness assessment

Non-Technical Expansion Packs

Business Strategy Pack

Complete business advisory team:

• Strategy Consultant: Market positioning, competitive analysis
• Financial Analyst: Projections, unit economics, funding strategies
• Operations Manager: Process optimization, efficiency improvements
• Marketing Strategist: Go-to-market plans, growth hacking
• HR Advisor: Talent strategies, culture building

Creative Writing Pack

Your personal writing team:

• Plot Architect: Three-act structure, story beats, pacing
• Character Psychologist: Deep motivations, authentic dialog
• World Builder: Consistent universes, cultural systems
• Editor: Style consistency, grammar, flow
• Beta Reader: Feedback simulation, plot hole detection

Health & Wellness Pack

Personal wellness coaching system:

• Fitness Trainer: Progressive overload, form correction
• Nutritionist: Macro planning, supplement guidance
• Sleep Coach: Circadian optimization, sleep hygiene
• Stress Manager: Coping strategies, work-life balance
• Habit Engineer: Behavior change, accountability systems

Education Pack

Complete learning design system:

• Curriculum Architect: Learning objectives, scope & sequence
• Instructional Designer: Engagement strategies, multimedia learning
• Assessment Specialist: Rubrics, formative/summative evaluation
• Differentiation Expert: Adaptive learning, special needs
• EdTech Integrator: Tool selection, digital pedagogy

Mental Health Support Pack

Therapeutic support system:

• CBT Guide: Cognitive restructuring, thought challenging
• Mindfulness Teacher: Meditation scripts, awareness exercises
• Journal Therapist: Reflective prompts, emotional processing
• Crisis Support: Coping strategies, safety planning
• Habit Tracker: Mood monitoring, trigger identification

Legal Assistant Pack

Legal document and research support:

• Contract Analyst: Term review, risk assessment
• Legal Researcher: Case law, precedent analysis
• Document Drafter: Template customization, clause libraries
• Compliance Checker: Regulatory alignment, audit prep
• IP Advisor: Patent strategies, trademark guidance

Real Estate Pack

Property investment and management:

• Market Analyst: Comparable analysis, trend prediction
• Investment Calculator: ROI modeling, cash flow analysis
• Property Manager: Tenant screening, maintenance scheduling
• Flip Strategist: Renovation ROI, project planning
• Agent Assistant: Listing optimization, showing prep

Personal Development Pack

Complete personal growth system:

• Life Coach: Guides personal growth and transformation
• Goal Strategist: Helps achieve objectives with SMART goals
• Habit Builder: Creates lasting habits with accountability
• Mindset Mentor: Develops positive thinking patterns

Key tasks include:

• goal-setting: Defines SMART goals with action plans
• habit-tracking: Monitors habit formation progress
• reflection-exercise: Facilitates deep self-reflection

Unique & Innovative Packs

Role-Playing Game Master Pack

AI-powered tabletop RPG assistance:

• World Master: Dynamic world generation, NPC creation
• Combat Referee: Initiative tracking, rule clarification
• Story Weaver: Plot hooks, side quests, consequences
• Character Builder: Backstory generation, stat optimization
• Loot Master: Treasure generation, magic item creation

Life Event Planning Pack

Major life event coordination:

• Wedding Planner: Vendor coordination, timeline creation
• Event Designer: Theme development, decoration plans
• Budget Manager: Cost tracking, vendor negotiation
• Guest Coordinator: RSVP tracking, seating arrangements
• Timeline Keeper: Day-of scheduling, contingency planning

Hobby Mastery Pack

Deep dive into specific hobbies:

• Garden Designer: Plant selection, seasonal planning
• Brew Master: Recipe formulation, process optimization
• Maker Assistant: 3D printing, woodworking, crafts
• Collection Curator: Organization, valuation, trading
• Photography Coach: Composition, lighting, post-processing

Scientific Research Pack

Research acceleration tools:

• Literature Reviewer: Paper summarization, gap analysis
• Hypothesis Generator: Research question formulation
• Methodology Designer: Experiment planning, control design
• Statistical Advisor: Test selection, power analysis
• Grant Writer: Proposal structure, impact statements

Creating Your Own Expansion Pack

Step 1: Define Your Domain

What expertise are you capturing? What problems will it solve?

Step 2: Design Your Agents

Each agent should have:

• Clear expertise area
• Specific personality traits
• Defined capabilities
• Knowledge boundaries

Step 3: Create Tasks

Tasks should be:

• Step-by-step procedures
• Reusable across scenarios
• Clear and actionable
• Domain-specific

Step 4: Build Templates

Templates need:

• Structured output format
• Embedded LLM instructions
• Placeholders for customization
• Professional formatting

Step 5: Test & Iterate

• Use with real scenarios
• Gather user feedback
• Refine agent responses
• Improve task clarity

Step 6: Package & Share

• Create clear documentation
• Include usage examples
• Add to expansion-packs directory
• Share with community

The Future of Expansion Packs

Marketplace Potential

Imagine a future where:

• Professional expansion packs are sold
• Certified packs for regulated industries
• Community ratings and reviews
• Automatic updates and improvements

AI Agent Ecosystems

Expansion packs could enable:

• Cross-pack agent collaboration
• Industry-standard agent protocols
• Interoperable AI workflows
• Universal agent languages

Democratizing Expertise

Every expansion pack:

• Makes expert knowledge accessible
• Reduces barriers to entry
• Enables solo entrepreneurs
• Empowers small teams

Getting Started

1. Browse existing packs: Check expansion-packs/ directory
2. Install what you need: Use the installer's expansion pack option
3. Create your own: Use the expansion-creator pack
4. Share with others: Submit PRs with new packs
5. Build the future: Help shape AI-assisted work

Remember

The BMad Method is more than a development framework - it's a platform for structuring human expertise into AI-accessible formats. Every expansion pack you create makes specialized knowledge more accessible to everyone.

What expertise will you share with the world?