About sparc-methodology
sparc-methodology is a Claude Flow skill that structures complex development work into Specification, Pseudocode, Architecture, Refinement, and Completion. It is intended for feature, integration, and redesign tasks that benefit from planning before implementation.
Key features
- 01Structure work into five SPARC phases
- 02Define requirements and acceptance criteria
- 03Plan implementation with pseudocode and architecture
- 04Refine designs using feedback
- 05Complete work with tests and documentation
Use cases
- 01Plan a complex new feature before coding
- 02Structure architectural changes or system redesign
- 03Coordinate integration work with unclear requirements
MCP support
The skill routes SPARC phase tasks through the Claude Flow CLI and can spawn a SPARC coordinator agent; it does not specify MCP server capabilities.
Install
Copy the command and run it in a terminal.
npx skills add https:/After installing, type/sparc-methodologyin Claude Code to confirm it loaded.
Bundled filesscripts/sparc-init.shscripts/sparc-review.sh
Details
From the project READMESparc Methodology Skill
Purpose
SPARC development workflow: Specification, Pseudocode, Architecture, Refinement, Completion. A structured approach for complex implementations that ensures thorough planning before coding.
When to Trigger
- new feature implementation
- complex implementations
- architectural changes
- system redesign
- integration work
- unclear requirements
When to Skip
- simple bug fixes
- documentation updates
- configuration changes
- well-defined small tasks
- routine maintenance
Commands
Specification Phase
Define requirements, acceptance criteria, and constraints
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "specification: [requirements]"
Example:
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "specification: user authentication with OAuth2, MFA, and session management"
Pseudocode Phase
Write high-level pseudocode for the implementation
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "pseudocode: [feature]"
Example:
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "pseudocode: OAuth2 login flow with token refresh"
Architecture Phase
Design system structure, interfaces, and dependencies
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "architecture: [design]"
Example:
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "architecture: auth module with service layer, repository, and API endpoints"
Refinement Phase
Iterate on the design based on feedback
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "refinement: [feedback]"
Example:
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "refinement: add rate limiting and brute force protection"
Completion Phase
Finalize implementation with tests and documentation
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "completion: [final checks]"
Example:
npx @claude-flow/cli hooks route --task "completion: verify all tests pass, update API docs, security review"
SPARC Coordinator
Spawn SPARC coordinator agent
npx @claude-flow/cli agent spawn --type sparc-coord --name sparc-lead
Scripts
| Script | Path | Description |
|---|---|---|
sparc-init | .agents/scripts/sparc-init.sh | Initialize SPARC workflow for a new feature |
sparc-review | .agents/scripts/sparc-review.sh | Run SPARC phase review checklist |
References
| Document | Path | Description |
|---|---|---|
SPARC Overview | docs/sparc.md | Complete SPARC methodology guide |
Phase Templates | docs/sparc-templates.md | Templates for each SPARC phase |
Best Practices
- Check memory for existing patterns before starting
- Use hierarchical topology for coordination
- Store successful patterns after completion
- Document any new learnings