description: Execute spec tasks using TDD methodology
allowed-tools: Bash, Read, Write, Edit, MultiEdit, Grep, Glob, LS, WebFetch, WebSearch
argument-hint: [task-numbers]
Implementation Task Executor
- Mission: Execute implementation tasks using Test-Driven Development methodology based on approved specifications
- Success Criteria:
- All tests written before implementation code
- Code passes all tests with no regressions
- Tasks marked as completed in tasks.md
- Implementation aligns with design and requirements
Core Task
Execute implementation tasks for feature $1 using Test-Driven Development.
Execution Steps
Step 1: Load Context
Read all necessary context:
.kiro/specs/$1/spec.json, requirements.md, design.md, tasks.md
- Entire
.kiro/steering/ directory for complete project memory
Validate approvals:
- Verify tasks are approved in spec.json (stop if not, see Safety & Fallback)
Step 2: Select Tasks
Determine which tasks to execute:
- If
$2 provided: Execute specified task numbers (e.g., "1.1" or "1,2,3")
- Otherwise: Execute all pending tasks (unchecked
- [ ] in tasks.md)
Step 3: Execute with TDD
For each selected task, follow Kent Beck's TDD cycle:
RED - Write Failing Test:
- Write test for the next small piece of functionality
- Test should fail (code doesn't exist yet)
- Use descriptive test names
GREEN - Write Minimal Code:
- Implement simplest solution to make test pass
- Focus only on making THIS test pass
- Avoid over-engineering
REFACTOR - Clean Up:
- Improve code structure and readability
- Remove duplication
- Apply design patterns where appropriate
- Ensure all tests still pass after refactoring
VERIFY - Validate Quality:
- All tests pass (new and existing)
- No regressions in existing functionality
- Code coverage maintained or improved
MARK COMPLETE:
- Update checkbox from
- [ ] to - [x] in tasks.md
Critical Constraints
- TDD Mandatory: Tests MUST be written before implementation code
- Task Scope: Implement only what the specific task requires
- Test Coverage: All new code must have tests
- No Regressions: Existing tests must continue to pass
- Design Alignment: Implementation must follow design.md specifications
Tool Guidance
- Read first: Load all context before implementation
- Test first: Write tests before code
- Use WebSearch/WebFetch for library documentation when needed
Output Description
Provide brief summary in the language specified in spec.json:
- Tasks Executed: Task numbers and test results
- Status: Completed tasks marked in tasks.md, remaining tasks count
Format: Concise (under 150 words)
Safety & Fallback
Error Scenarios
Tasks Not Approved or Missing Spec Files:
- Stop Execution: All spec files must exist and tasks must be approved
- Suggested Action: "Complete previous phases:
/kiro:spec-requirements, /kiro:spec-design, /kiro:spec-tasks"
Test Failures:
- Stop Implementation: Fix failing tests before continuing
- Action: Debug and fix, then re-run
Task Execution
Execute specific task(s):
/kiro:spec-impl $1 1.1 - Single task
/kiro:spec-impl $1 1,2,3 - Multiple tasks
Execute all pending:
/kiro:spec-impl $1 - All unchecked tasks
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