BMAD-METHOD/expansion-packs/README.md

BMAD Method Expansion Packs

Overview

Expansion packs are the future of BMAD-METHOD - specialized, standalone agent teams that extend the framework far beyond traditional software development. Each expansion pack is a complete, self-contained ecosystem of agents, templates, tasks, and knowledge bases designed for specific domains, industries, or use cases.

Vision: Beyond Software Development

While the core BMAD-METHOD focuses on software development workflows, expansion packs unlock the full potential of agentic frameworks by providing specialized capabilities for:

Industry-Specific Applications

• Medical & Healthcare: Clinical workflow optimization, patient care coordination, medical research
• Entertainment & Media: Content creation, production workflows, creative project management
• Finance & Banking: Risk analysis, compliance workflows, financial planning
• Legal Services: Document review, case management, regulatory compliance
• Education: Curriculum development, assessment design, learning experience optimization

Technical Specializations

• Specific Tech Stacks: Django+React, MEAN stack, Serverless AWS, etc.
• DevOps & Infrastructure: Kubernetes orchestration, CI/CD pipelines, cloud architecture
• Data Engineering: ETL pipelines, ML model deployment, data governance
• Cybersecurity: Threat analysis, security auditing, incident response

Creative & Interactive Applications

• Interactive Role-Playing: Campaign management, character development, narrative design
• Game Development: Level design, character creation, game mechanics
• Content Creation: Video production, podcast workflows, social media management
• Design Systems: Brand management, UI/UX workflows, design token systems

Expansion Pack Architecture

Each expansion pack is a complete, standalone system that follows BMAD conventions:

expansion-pack-name/
├── README.md                 # Pack overview and usage instructions
├── manifest.yml             # Pack metadata and configuration
├── agents/                  # Specialized agent definitions
│   ├── domain-expert.md
│   ├── specialist-role.md
│   └── coordinator.md
├── templates/               # Domain-specific document templates
│   ├── industry-doc.md
│   └── workflow-spec.md
├── tasks/                   # Specialized automation tasks
│   ├── domain-process.md
│   └── validation-check.md
├── data/                    # Domain knowledge base
│   ├── industry-kb.md
│   ├── best-practices.md
│   └── regulations.md
├── checklists/             # Quality assurance checklists
│   └── compliance-check.md
├── workflows/              # Domain-specific workflows
│   └── industry-process.yml
└── team-config.yml         # Team bundle configuration

Key Principles

1. Standalone Independence

• Each expansion pack works independently of the core BMAD system
• Can be used without any software development context
• Complete with its own agents, knowledge, and workflows

2. Domain Expertise

• Deep specialization in specific industries or use cases
• Expert-level knowledge embedded in agents and templates
• Industry-specific terminology, processes, and best practices

3. Consistent Framework

• Follows BMAD architectural patterns and conventions
• Compatible with existing tooling and build systems
• Maintains quality and structure standards

4. Flexible Application

• Some packs may be technical, others completely non-technical
• Scalable from single-agent specialists to complex multi-agent teams
• Adaptable to different user environments (web UI, IDE, etc.)

Example Expansion Packs

Medical Practice Management

• Agents: Medical Director, Practice Manager, Compliance Officer, Patient Coordinator
• Templates: Treatment protocols, compliance documentation, patient intake forms
• Workflows: Patient onboarding, treatment planning, regulatory reporting
• Knowledge Base: Medical regulations, best practices, industry standards

Interactive Storytelling

• Agents: Narrative Designer, Character Developer, World Builder, Campaign Master
• Templates: Character sheets, world documentation, campaign notes
• Workflows: Story development, character arcs, world building
• Knowledge Base: Storytelling techniques, genre conventions, narrative structures

Fintech Compliance

• Agents: Compliance Officer, Risk Analyst, Regulatory Expert, Audit Specialist
• Templates: Compliance reports, risk assessments, audit documentation
• Workflows: Regulatory review, compliance monitoring, audit preparation
• Knowledge Base: Financial regulations, compliance frameworks, audit standards

Development Status

Current Status: Conceptual framework established, awaiting implementation

Roadmap:

1. Phase 1: Core expansion pack architecture and tooling
2. Phase 2: First expansion packs (Medical, Entertainment, Interactive RPG)
3. Phase 3: Community-contributed expansion packs
4. Phase 4: Marketplace and distribution system

Creating Expansion Packs

Planning Your Pack

1. Define Domain: Clear scope and target use case
2. Identify Roles: What specialist agents are needed?
3. Map Workflows: What processes need to be supported?
4. Gather Knowledge: What domain expertise must be embedded?

Development Process

1. Pack Structure: Follow the standard expansion pack architecture
2. Agent Development: Create specialized agents with domain expertise
3. Template Creation: Develop industry-specific document templates
4. Knowledge Integration: Embed best practices and domain knowledge
5. Testing & Validation: Ensure quality and effectiveness

Quality Standards

• Domain Accuracy: Expert-level knowledge and terminology
• Practical Utility: Solves real problems in the target domain
• User Experience: Clear, intuitive interaction patterns
• Documentation: Comprehensive usage guides and examples

Future Vision

Expansion packs will transform BMAD-METHOD from a software development framework into a universal agentic platform capable of supporting any specialized domain or industry. The goal is to create a rich ecosystem where experts can package their knowledge into reusable, intelligent agent teams.

Long-term Goals:

• Hundreds of specialized expansion packs covering diverse domains
• Community marketplace for sharing and distributing packs
• Integration with industry-specific tools and platforms
• AI-powered pack recommendations based on user needs

Contributing

Note: Expansion pack development is not yet available. This README documents the planned architecture and vision. Follow the project for updates on when expansion pack development will be open.

Future Contribution Areas:

• Domain expertise and knowledge base development
• Specialized agent design and persona development
• Industry-specific template and workflow creation
• Testing and validation of expansion packs
• Documentation and user experience improvements

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Expansion packs represent the next evolution of BMAD-METHOD - transforming it from a software development tool into a comprehensive agentic framework capable of supporting any specialized domain or workflow.