Spec to Implementation

Transforms specifications into actionable implementation plans with progress tracking. Fetches spec documents, extracts requirements, breaks down into tasks, and manages implementation workflow.

Implementation Workflow

Step 1: Find the specification

Search for spec with name or topic. Look for spec title or keyword matches. If not found or ambiguous, ask user for spec URL/ID.

Example searches:

• "User Authentication spec"
• "Payment Integration specification"
• "Mobile App Redesign PRD"

Step 2: Fetch and analyze specification

1. Fetch spec page: Read full content including requirements, design, constraints

2. Parse specification:

   • Identify functional requirements
   • Note non-functional requirements (performance, security, etc.)
   • Extract acceptance criteria
   • Identify dependencies and blockers

Step 3: Create implementation plan

Break down into:

1. Phases/milestones
2. Technical approach
3. Required tasks
4. Effort estimates
5. Risks and mitigations

Step 4: Create implementation plan page

Create in Notion with:

• Title: "Implementation Plan: [Feature Name]"
• Content: Structured plan with phases, tasks, timeline
• Link back to original spec
• Add to appropriate location (project page, database)

Step 5: Find and use task database

1. Search for "Tasks" or "Task Management" database
2. Fetch database schema to understand properties
3. If not found, ask user for database location

Step 6: Create implementation tasks

For each task in plan:

1. Create task in database
2. Set properties: Name, Status (To Do), Priority, Related Tasks
3. Add implementation details in content

Step 7: Track progress

Regular updates:

• Update task status
• Add progress notes (completed, current focus, blockers)
• Update implementation plan with milestone completion
• Link to deliverables (PRs, designs, etc.)

Implementation Plan Structure

• Overview: Brief summary
• Linked Spec: Reference to source document
• Requirements Summary: Key requirements extracted
• Technical Approach: Architecture decisions
• Implementation Phases:
  • Phase goal
  • Tasks checklist
  • Estimated effort
• Dependencies: What needs to happen first
• Risks & Mitigation: Potential issues
• Success Criteria: How to verify completion

Task Breakdown Patterns

Best Practices

1. Always link spec and implementation: Maintain bidirectional references
2. Break down into small tasks: Each completable in 1-2 days
3. Extract clear acceptance criteria: Know when "done" is done
4. Identify dependencies early: Note blockers in plan
5. Update progress regularly: Daily notes for active work
6. Track changes: Document spec updates and their impact
7. Use checklists: Visual progress indicators help everyone
8. Link deliverables: PRs, designs, docs should link back to tasks

Quick Start

When asked to implement a specification:

1. Find spec: Search Notion to locate specification page
2. Fetch spec: Read specification content
3. Extract requirements: Parse and structure requirements from spec
4. Create plan: Create implementation plan page in Notion
5. Find task database: Search for tasks database
6. Create tasks: Create individual tasks in task database
7. Track progress: Update status as work progresses

Common Issues