Spec Kitty × Doctrine Integration Proposal

Date: 2026-02-28

This document captures the architectural direction for integrating Doctrine capabilities into Spec Kitty while preserving clear separation of concerns.

Core Principle

Spec Kitty defines workflow structure (missions). Doctrine defines execution behavior (agents, tactics, directives, templates).

Architectural Layers

  1. User Journey (architectural choreography)
  2. Mission Recipe (structured step composition)
  3. Step Modules (atomic execution units)
  4. Doctrine Packs (behavioral strategy layer)

Stability Rule

Stable C4 architecture reflects implemented reality. Initiatives contain exploratory work. ADRs capture binding decisions.

Strategic Framing

Spec Kitty evolves from:

A mission runner

to

A lifecycle-aware workflow engine supporting iterative discovery, disciplined formalization, and repeatable execution.

Edit this page