Brian Madison
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Core installs 14 -> 5 catalog-visible skills; atoms exit to standalone modules; installer gains real dependency resolution; zero npm deps. - Merge bmad-editorial-review-prose/-structure into bmad-editorial-review (structure models JIT-loaded, new customize.toml) - Merge bmad-review-adversarial-general/-edge-case-hunter/-verification-gap into bmad-review as selectable lenses; hidden husk-forwarders remain at the old IDs (no catalog rows) so gds/loop/os-utils keep working - Move bmad-brainstorming, bmad-party-mode, bmad-forge-idea out of core to src/standalone-skills/ as single-skill modules; add bmad-analysis bundle module (curated dependency list over the atoms) - Move bmad-spec into bmm (2-plan-workflows) - Modernize bmad-advanced-elicitation: uv run, customize.toml, methods pick offloaded to scripts/pick_methods.py (with tests) - Delete bmad-index-docs, bmad-shard-doc (removes the tree's only external npm dependency), and the four deprecation shims (bmad-create-prd, bmad-edit-prd, bmad-validate-prd, bmad-create-architecture); all added to removals.txt - Installer: activate the dependencies field (recursive union into selectedModules, cycle-guarded, warn on unknown), config-driven picker visibility; core stays force-installed - bmm module.yaml declares deps on the three atoms - Docs updated across all locales; new reference/standalone-skills.md; shard-doc how-tos removed
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| Official Modules | Add-on modules for building custom agents, creative intelligence, game development, and testing |
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BMad extends through official modules that you select during installation. These add-on modules provide specialized agents, workflows, and tasks for specific domains beyond the built-in core and BMM (Agile suite).
:::tip[Installing Modules]
Run npx bmad-method install and select the modules you want. The installer handles downloading, configuration, and IDE integration automatically.
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BMad Analysis
The BMad thinking pack, built into the main bmad-method installer. A bundle module that ships no skills of its own — selecting it installs three standalone thinking skills via module dependencies.
- Code:
bmad-analysis
Provides:
bmad-brainstorming-- facilitated ideation with a curated technique librarybmad-forge-idea-- pressure-test an idea until it hardens, proves out, or dies cheaplybmad-party-mode-- round-table discussions between installed agents or custom personas
See Core Tools for what each skill does.
BMad Builder
Create custom agents, workflows, and domain-specific modules with guided assistance. BMad Builder is the meta-module for extending the framework itself.
- Code:
bmb - npm:
bmad-builder - GitHub: bmad-code-org/bmad-builder
Provides:
- Agent Builder -- create specialized AI agents with custom expertise and tool access
- Workflow Builder -- design structured processes with steps and decision points
- Module Builder -- package agents and workflows into shareable, publishable modules
- Interactive setup with YAML configuration and npm publishing support
Creative Intelligence Suite
AI-powered tools for structured creativity, ideation, and innovation during early-stage development. The suite provides multiple agents that facilitate brainstorming, design thinking, and problem-solving using proven frameworks.
- Code:
cis - npm:
bmad-creative-intelligence-suite - GitHub: bmad-code-org/bmad-module-creative-intelligence-suite
Provides:
- Innovation Strategist, Design Thinking Coach, and Brainstorming Coach agents
- Problem Solver and Creative Problem Solver for systematic and lateral thinking
- Storyteller and Presentation Master for narratives and pitches
- Ideation frameworks including SCAMPER, Reverse Brainstorming, and problem reframing
Game Dev Studio
Structured game development workflows adapted for Unity, Unreal, Godot, and custom engines. Supports rapid prototyping through Quick Flow and full-scale production with epic-driven sprints.
- Code:
gds - npm:
bmad-game-dev-studio - GitHub: bmad-code-org/bmad-module-game-dev-studio
Provides:
- Game Design Document (GDD) generation workflow
- Quick Dev mode for rapid prototyping
- Narrative design support for characters, dialogue, and world-building
- Coverage for 21+ game types with engine-specific architecture guidance
Test Architect (TEA)
Enterprise-grade test strategy, automation guidance, and release gate decisions through an expert agent and nine structured workflows. TEA goes well beyond the built-in QA agent with risk-based prioritization and requirements traceability.
- Code:
tea - npm:
bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise - GitHub: bmad-code-org/bmad-method-test-architecture-enterprise
Provides:
- Murat agent (Master Test Architect and Quality Advisor)
- Workflows for test design, ATDD, automation, test review, and traceability
- NFR assessment, CI setup, and framework scaffolding
- P0-P3 prioritization with optional Playwright Utils and MCP integrations
Community Modules
Community modules and a module marketplace are coming. Check the BMad GitHub organization for updates.