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speckit_init

Initialize Spec-Kit in a project by creating a .speckit/ directory with templates to organize and manage project specifications.

Instructions

Initialize Spec-Kit in a project. Creates .speckit/ directory with templates.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
pathNoProject path (default: current)
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but lacks behavioral details. It states the tool creates a directory and templates, but doesn't disclose if this is idempotent, requires specific permissions, overwrites existing files, or what happens on failure. For a setup tool with zero annotation coverage, this is insufficient.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, efficient sentence that front-loads the core action and outcome. Every word earns its place, with no redundancy or unnecessary elaboration, making it highly concise and well-structured.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a setup tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description is minimally adequate. It explains what the tool does but lacks details on behavioral traits, error handling, or output format. Given the complexity (initialization can have side effects), it should provide more context to be fully complete.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100% for the single parameter 'path', so the schema already documents it well. The description doesn't add parameter-specific details, but with only one parameter and high schema coverage, a baseline of 4 is appropriate as no compensation is needed.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action ('Initialize') and resource ('Spec-Kit in a project'), specifying that it creates a '.speckit/ directory with templates.' This distinguishes it from sibling tools like speckit_analyze or speckit_status, though it doesn't explicitly contrast with them.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites (e.g., needing an existing project), exclusions, or related tools like speckit_status for checking initialization state, leaving usage context unclear.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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