From 8c04ccf3f0839ac39520466b2b4e8183dd6ddb68 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Brian Madison Date: Sat, 6 Dec 2025 21:21:03 -0600 Subject: [PATCH] rename default folder location for agent_sidecar_folder installation location --- bmad/bmm/docs/troubleshooting.md | 680 ------------------ bmad/bmm/tasks/daily-standup.xml | 85 --- .../_module-installer/install-config.yaml | 4 +- 3 files changed, 2 insertions(+), 767 deletions(-) delete mode 100644 bmad/bmm/docs/troubleshooting.md delete mode 100644 bmad/bmm/tasks/daily-standup.xml diff --git a/bmad/bmm/docs/troubleshooting.md b/bmad/bmm/docs/troubleshooting.md deleted file mode 100644 index c48d72c0..00000000 --- a/bmad/bmm/docs/troubleshooting.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,680 +0,0 @@ -# BMM Troubleshooting Guide - -Common issues and solutions for the BMad Method Module. - ---- - -## Quick Diagnosis - -**Use this flowchart to find your issue:** - -```mermaid -flowchart TD - START{What's the problem?} - - START -->|Can't get started| SETUP[Setup & Installation Issues] - START -->|Wrong level detected| LEVEL[Level Detection Problems] - START -->|Workflow not working| WORKFLOW[Workflow Issues] - START -->|Agent lacks context| CONTEXT[Context & Documentation Issues] - START -->|Implementation problems| IMPL[Implementation Issues] - START -->|Files/paths wrong| FILES[File & Path Issues] - - style START fill:#ffb,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px - style SETUP fill:#bfb,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px - style LEVEL fill:#bbf,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px - style WORKFLOW fill:#fbf,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px - style CONTEXT fill:#f9f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px -``` - ---- - -## Table of Contents - -- [Setup & Installation Issues](#setup--installation-issues) -- [Level Detection Problems](#level-detection-problems) -- [Workflow Issues](#workflow-issues) -- [Context & Documentation Issues](#context--documentation-issues) -- [Implementation Issues](#implementation-issues) -- [File & Path Issues](#file--path-issues) -- [Agent Behavior Issues](#agent-behavior-issues) -- [Integration Issues (Brownfield)](#integration-issues-brownfield) - ---- - -## Setup & Installation Issues - -### Problem: BMM not found after installation - -**Symptoms:** - -- `bmad` command not recognized -- Agent files not accessible -- Workflows don't load - -**Solution:** - -```bash -# Check if BMM is installed -ls bmad/ - -# If not present, run installer -npx bmad-method@alpha install - -# For fresh install -npx bmad-method@alpha install --skip-version-prompt -``` - -### Problem: Agents don't have menu - -**Symptoms:** - -- Load agent file but no menu appears -- Agent doesn't respond to commands - -**Solution:** - -1. Ensure you're loading the correct agent file path: `bmad/bmm/agents/[agent-name].md` -2. Wait a few seconds for agent to initialize -3. Try asking "show menu" or "help" -4. Check IDE supports Markdown rendering with context -5. For Claude Code: Ensure agent file is open in chat context - -### Problem: Workflows not found - -**Symptoms:** - -- Agent says workflow doesn't exist -- Menu shows workflow but won't run - -**Solution:** - -1. Check workflow exists: `ls bmad/bmm/workflows/` -2. Verify agent has access to workflow (check agent's workflow list) -3. Try using menu number instead of workflow name -4. Restart chat with agent in fresh session - ---- - -## Level Detection Problems - -### Problem: workflow-init suggests wrong level - -**Symptoms:** - -- Detects Level 3 but you only need Level 1 -- Suggests Level 1 but project is actually Level 2 -- Can't figure out appropriate level - -**Solution:** - -1. **Override the suggestion** - workflow-init always asks for confirmation, just say "no" and choose correct level -2. **Be specific in description** - Use level keywords when describing: - - "fix bug" → Level 0 - - "add small feature" → Level 1 - - "build dashboard" → Level 2 -3. **Manual override** - You can always switch levels later if needed - -**Example:** - -``` -workflow-init: "Level 3 project?" -You: "No, this is just adding OAuth login - Level 1" -workflow-init: "Got it, creating Level 1 workflow" -``` - -### Problem: Project level unclear - -**Symptoms:** - -- Between Level 1 and Level 2 -- Not sure if architecture needed -- Story count uncertain - -**Solution:** -**When in doubt, start smaller:** - -- Choose Level 1 instead of Level 2 -- You can always run `create-prd` later if needed -- Level 1 is faster, less overhead -- Easy to upgrade, hard to downgrade - -**Decision criteria:** - -- Single epic with related stories? → Level 1 -- Multiple independent epics? → Level 2 -- Need product-level planning? → Level 2 -- Just need technical plan? → Level 1 - -### Problem: Old planning docs influencing level detection - -**Symptoms:** - -- Old Level 3 PRD in folder -- Working on new Level 0 bug fix -- workflow-init suggests Level 3 - -**Solution:** -workflow-init asks: "Is this work in progress or previous effort?" - -- Answer: "Previous effort" -- Then describe your NEW work clearly -- System will detect level based on NEW work, not old artifacts - ---- - -## Workflow Issues - -### Problem: Workflow fails or hangs - -**Symptoms:** - -- Workflow starts but doesn't complete -- Agent stops responding mid-workflow -- Progress stalls - -**Solution:** - -1. **Check context limits** - Start fresh chat for complex workflows -2. **Verify prerequisites**: - - Phase 2 needs Phase 1 complete (if used) - - Phase 3 needs Phase 2 complete - - Phase 4 needs Phase 3 complete (if Level 3-4) -3. **Restart workflow** - Load agent in new chat and restart -4. **Check status file** - Verify `bmm-workflow-status.md` or `sprint-status.yaml` is present and valid - -### Problem: Agent says "workflow not found" - -**Symptoms:** - -- Request workflow by name -- Agent doesn't recognize it -- Menu doesn't show workflow - -**Solution:** - -1. Check spelling/format - Use exact workflow name or menu shortcut (`*prd` not `*PRD`) -2. Verify agent has workflow: - - PM agent: prd, tech-spec - - Architect agent: create-architecture, validate-architecture - - SM agent: sprint-planning, create-story, story-context -3. Try menu number instead of name -4. Check you're using correct agent for workflow - -### Problem: Sprint-planning workflow fails - -**Symptoms:** - -- Can't create sprint-status.yaml -- Epics not extracted from files -- Status file empty or incorrect - -**Solution:** - -1. **Verify epic files exist**: - - Level 1: tech-spec with epic - - Level 2-4: epics.md or sharded epic files -2. **Check file format**: - - Epic files should be valid Markdown - - Epic headers should be clear (## Epic Name) -3. **Run in Phase 4 only** - Ensure Phase 2/3 complete first -4. **Check file paths** - Epic files should be in correct output folder - -### Problem: story-context generates empty or wrong context - -**Symptoms:** - -- Context file created but has no useful content -- Context doesn't reference existing code -- Missing technical guidance - -**Solution:** - -1. **Run epic-tech-context first** - story-context builds on epic context -2. **Check story file exists** - Verify story was created by create-story -3. **For brownfield**: - - Ensure document-project was run - - Verify docs/index.md exists with codebase context -4. **Try regenerating** - Sometimes needs fresh attempt with more specific story details - ---- - -## Context & Documentation Issues - -### Problem: AI agents lack codebase understanding (Brownfield) - -**Symptoms:** - -- Suggestions don't align with existing patterns -- Ignores available components -- Proposes approaches that conflict with architecture -- Doesn't reference existing code - -**Solution:** - -1. **Run document-project** - Critical for brownfield projects - ``` - Load Analyst agent → run document-project - Choose scan level: Deep (recommended for PRD prep) - ``` -2. **Verify docs/index.md exists** - This is master entry point for AI agents -3. **Check documentation completeness**: - - Review generated docs/index.md - - Ensure key systems are documented -4. **Run deep-dive on specific areas** if needed - -### Problem: Have documentation but agents can't find it - -**Symptoms:** - -- README.md, ARCHITECTURE.md exist -- AI agents still ask questions answered in docs -- No docs/index.md file - -**Solution:** -**Option 1: Quick fix (2-5min)** -Run `index-docs` task: - -- Located at `bmad/core/tasks/index-docs.xml` -- Scans existing docs and generates index.md -- Lightweight, just creates navigation - -**Option 2: Comprehensive (10-30min)** -Run document-project workflow: - -- Discovers existing docs in Step 2 -- Generates NEW AI-friendly documentation from codebase -- Creates index.md linking to BOTH existing and new docs - -**Why this matters:** AI agents need structured entry point (index.md) to navigate docs efficiently. - -### Problem: document-project takes too long - -**Symptoms:** - -- Exhaustive scan running for hours -- Impatient to start planning - -**Solution:** -**Choose appropriate scan level:** - -- **Quick (2-5min)** - Pattern analysis, no source reading - Good for initial overview -- **Deep (10-30min)** - Reads critical paths - **Recommended for most brownfield projects** -- **Exhaustive (30-120min)** - Reads all files - Only for migration planning or complete understanding - -For most brownfield projects, **Deep scan is sufficient**. - ---- - -## Implementation Issues - -### Problem: Existing tests breaking (Brownfield) - -**Symptoms:** - -- Regression test failures -- Previously working functionality broken -- Integration tests failing - -**Solution:** - -1. **Review changes against existing patterns**: - - Check if new code follows existing conventions - - Verify API contracts unchanged (unless intentionally versioned) -2. **Run test-review workflow** (TEA agent): - - Analyzes test coverage - - Identifies regression risks - - Suggests fixes -3. **Add regression testing to DoD**: - - All existing tests must pass - - Add integration tests for new code -4. **Consider feature flags** for gradual rollout - -### Problem: Story takes much longer than estimated - -**Symptoms:** - -- Story estimated 4 hours, took 12 hours -- Acceptance criteria harder than expected -- Hidden complexity discovered - -**Solution:** -**This is normal!** Estimates are estimates. To handle: - -1. **Continue until DoD met** - Don't compromise quality -2. **Document learnings in retrospective**: - - What caused the overrun? - - What should we watch for next time? -3. **Consider splitting story** if it's truly two stories -4. **Adjust future estimates** based on this data - -**Don't stress about estimate accuracy** - use them for learning, not judgment. - -### Problem: Integration points unclear - -**Symptoms:** - -- Not sure how to connect new code to existing -- Unsure which files to modify -- Multiple possible integration approaches - -**Solution:** - -1. **For brownfield**: - - Ensure document-project captured existing architecture - - Review architecture docs before implementing -2. **Check story-context** - Should document integration points -3. **In tech-spec/architecture** - Explicitly document: - - Which existing modules to modify - - What APIs/services to integrate with - - Data flow between new and existing code -4. **Run integration-planning workflow** (Level 3-4): - - Architect agent creates integration strategy - -### Problem: Inconsistent patterns being introduced - -**Symptoms:** - -- New code style doesn't match existing -- Different architectural approach -- Not following team conventions - -**Solution:** - -1. **Check convention detection** (Quick Spec Flow): - - Should detect existing patterns - - Asks for confirmation before proceeding -2. **Review documentation** - Ensure document-project captured patterns -3. **Use story-context** - Injects pattern guidance per story -4. **Add to code-review checklist**: - - Pattern adherence - - Convention consistency - - Style matching -5. **Run retrospective** to identify pattern deviations early - ---- - -## File & Path Issues - -### Problem: Output files in wrong location - -**Symptoms:** - -- PRD created in wrong folder -- Story files not where expected -- Documentation scattered - -**Solution:** -Check `bmad/bmm/config.yaml` for configured paths: - -```yaml -output_folder: '{project-root}/docs' -dev_story_location: '{project-root}/docs/stories' -``` - -Default locations: - -- Planning docs (PRD, epics, architecture): `{output_folder}/` -- Stories: `{dev_story_location}/` -- Status files: `{output_folder}/bmm-workflow-status.md`, `{output_folder}/sprint-status.yaml` - -To change locations, edit config.yaml then re-run workflows. - -### Problem: Can't find status file - -**Symptoms:** - -- workflow-status says no status file -- Can't track progress -- Lost place in workflow - -**Solution:** - -1. **Check default location**: `docs/bmm-workflow-status.md` -2. **If missing, reinitialize**: - ``` - Load Analyst agent → run workflow-init - ``` -3. **For Phase 4**: Look for `sprint-status.yaml` in same folder as PRD -4. **Search for it**: - ```bash - find . -name "bmm-workflow-status.md" - find . -name "sprint-status.yaml" - ``` - -### Problem: Sprint-status.yaml not updating - -**Symptoms:** - -- Workflows complete but status unchanged -- Stories stuck in old status -- Epic status not progressing - -**Solution:** - -1. **Manual update required** - Most status changes are manual: - ```yaml - stories: - - id: epic-1-story-1 - status: done # Change this manually - ``` -2. **Some workflows auto-update**: - - sprint-planning creates file - - epic-tech-context changes epic to "contexted" - - create-story changes story to "drafted" - - story-context changes to "ready-for-dev" - - dev-story may auto-update (check workflow) -3. **Re-run sprint-planning** to resync if needed - ---- - -## Agent Behavior Issues - -### Problem: Agent provides vague or generic responses - -**Symptoms:** - -- "Use appropriate framework" -- "Follow best practices" -- Generic advice without specifics - -**Solution:** - -1. **Provide more context** - Be specific in your description: - - "Add OAuth using passport.js to Express server" - - Not: "Add authentication" -2. **For brownfield**: - - Ensure document-project was run - - Agent needs codebase context for specific advice -3. **Reference existing docs**: - - "Based on the existing auth system in UserService..." -4. **Start fresh chat** - Context overload can cause generic responses - -### Problem: Agent hallucinating or making up information - -**Symptoms:** - -- References files that don't exist -- Suggests APIs that aren't in your stack -- Creates imaginary requirements - -**Solution:** - -1. **Use fresh chat** - Context overflow main cause of hallucinations -2. **Provide concrete constraints**: - - "We use Express 4.18.2, not Next.js" - - "Our database is PostgreSQL, not MongoDB" -3. **For brownfield**: - - Document-project provides factual grounding - - Agent sees actual code, not assumptions -4. **Correct immediately**: - - "No, we don't have UserService, we have AuthenticationModule" - -### Problem: Agent won't follow instructions - -**Symptoms:** - -- Ignores specific requests -- Does something different than asked -- Doesn't respect constraints - -**Solution:** - -1. **Be more explicit** - Agents respond to clear, specific instructions: - - "Use EXACTLY these three steps..." - - "Do NOT include database migrations in this story" -2. **Check agent capabilities** - Agent might not have access to requested workflow -3. **Try different phrasing** - Rephrase request to be more direct -4. **Use menu system** - Numbers are clearer than text commands - ---- - -## Integration Issues (Brownfield) - -### Problem: New code conflicts with existing architecture - -**Symptoms:** - -- Integration approach doesn't fit existing structure -- Would require major refactoring -- Conflicts with established patterns - -**Solution:** - -1. **Check if document-project was run** - Agents need architecture context -2. **Review existing architecture docs**: - - Read docs/architecture.md (from document-project) - - Understand current system design -3. **For Level 3-4**: - - Run validate-architecture workflow before planning - - Use integration-planning workflow -4. **Explicitly document integration strategy** in architecture: - - How new components fit existing structure - - What modifications needed to existing code - - Migration path if changing patterns - -### Problem: Breaking changes to existing APIs - -**Symptoms:** - -- Changing API breaks consumers -- Downstream services affected -- Need backward compatibility - -**Solution:** - -1. **Identify all API consumers** (document-project should show this) -2. **Plan versioning strategy**: - - API v1 (existing) + v2 (new) - - Deprecation timeline -3. **Use feature flags** for gradual rollout -4. **Document migration guide** for API consumers -5. **Add to testing strategy**: - - Existing consumers still work (v1) - - New functionality works (v2) - -### Problem: Data migration required - -**Symptoms:** - -- Schema changes needed -- Existing data needs transformation -- Risk of data loss - -**Solution:** - -1. **Create explicit migration strategy** in architecture: - - Forward migration (old → new schema) - - Rollback plan (new → old schema) - - Data validation approach -2. **Test migrations thoroughly**: - - On copy of production data - - Measure performance impact -3. **Plan rollout**: - - Staging environment first - - Gradual production rollout - - Monitoring for issues -4. **Document in tech-spec/architecture**: - - Migration scripts - - Rollback procedures - - Expected downtime - ---- - -## Still Stuck? - -### Getting More Help - -If your issue isn't covered here: - -1. **Check other documentation**: - - [FAQ](./faq.md) - Common questions - - [Glossary](./glossary.md) - Terminology - - [Quick Start](./quick-start.md) - Basic usage - - [Brownfield Guide](./brownfield-guide.md) - Existing codebases - - [Scale Adaptive System](./scale-adaptive-system.md) - Understanding levels - -2. **Community support**: - - [Discord](https://discord.gg/gk8jAdXWmj) - #general-dev, #bugs-issues - - Active community, fast responses - - Share your specific situation - -3. **Report bugs**: - - [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD/issues) - - Include version, steps to reproduce, expected vs actual behavior - -4. **Video tutorials**: - - [YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/@BMadCode) - - Visual walkthroughs of common workflows - ---- - -## Common Error Messages - -### "No workflow status file found" - -**Cause:** Haven't run workflow-init yet -**Fix:** Load Analyst agent → run workflow-init - -### "Epic file not found" - -**Cause:** PRD/epics not created, or wrong path -**Fix:** Verify PRD/epics exist in output folder, check config.yaml paths - -### "Story not in sprint-status.yaml" - -**Cause:** Sprint-planning not run, or story file not created -**Fix:** Run sprint-planning workflow, verify story files exist - -### "Documentation insufficient for brownfield" - -**Cause:** No docs/index.md or document-project not run -**Fix:** Run document-project workflow with Deep scan - -### "Level detection failed" - -**Cause:** Ambiguous project description -**Fix:** Be more specific, use level keywords (fix, feature, platform, etc.) - -### "Context generation failed" - -**Cause:** Missing prerequisites (epic context, story file, or docs) -**Fix:** Verify epic-tech-context run, story file exists, docs present - ---- - -## Prevention Tips - -**Avoid common issues before they happen:** - -1. ✅ **Always run document-project for brownfield** - Saves hours of context issues later -2. ✅ **Use fresh chats for complex workflows** - Prevents hallucinations and context overflow -3. ✅ **Verify files exist before running workflows** - Check PRD, epics, stories are present -4. ✅ **Read agent menu before requesting workflows** - Confirm agent has the workflow -5. ✅ **Start with smaller level if unsure** - Easy to upgrade (Level 1 → 2), hard to downgrade -6. ✅ **Keep status files updated** - Manual updates when needed, don't let them drift -7. ✅ **Run retrospectives after epics** - Catch issues early, improve next epic -8. ✅ **Follow phase sequence** - Don't skip required phases (Phase 2 before 3, 3 before 4) - ---- - -**Issue not listed?** Please [report it](https://github.com/bmad-code-org/BMAD-METHOD/issues) so we can add it to this guide! diff --git a/bmad/bmm/tasks/daily-standup.xml b/bmad/bmm/tasks/daily-standup.xml deleted file mode 100644 index d41c362c..00000000 --- a/bmad/bmm/tasks/daily-standup.xml +++ /dev/null @@ -1,85 +0,0 @@ - - - MANDATORY: Execute ALL steps in the flow section IN EXACT ORDER - DO NOT skip steps or change the sequence - HALT immediately when halt-conditions are met - Each action tag within a step tag is a REQUIRED action to complete that step - Sections outside flow (validation, output, critical-context) provide essential context - review and apply throughout execution - - - - Check for stories folder at {project-root}{output_folder}/stories/ - Find current story by identifying highest numbered story file - Read story status (In Progress, Ready for Review, etc.) - Extract agent notes from Dev Agent Record, TEA Results, PO Notes sections - Check for next story references from epics - Identify blockers from story sections - - - - - 🏃 DAILY STANDUP - Story-{{number}}: {{title}} - - Current Sprint Status: - - Active Story: story-{{number}} ({{status}} - {{percentage}}% complete) - - Next in Queue: story-{{next-number}}: {{next-title}} - - Blockers: {{blockers-from-story}} - - Team assembled based on story participants: - {{ List Agents from {project-root}/bmad/_cfg/agent-manifest.csv }} - - - - - Each agent provides three items referencing real story data - What I see: Their perspective on current work, citing story sections (1-2 sentences) - What concerns me: Issues from their domain or story blockers (1-2 sentences) - What I suggest: Actionable recommendations for progress (1-2 sentences) - - - - - 📋 STANDUP SUMMARY: - Key Items from Story File: - - {{completion-percentage}}% complete ({{tasks-complete}}/{{total-tasks}} tasks) - - Blocker: {{main-blocker}} - - Next: {{next-story-reference}} - - Action Items: - - {{agent}}: {{action-item}} - - {{agent}}: {{action-item}} - - {{agent}}: {{action-item}} - - Need extended discussion? Use *party-mode for detailed breakout. - - - - - - - Primary: Sarah (PO), Mary (Analyst), Winston (Architect) - Secondary: Murat (TEA), James (Dev) - - - Primary: Sarah (PO), Bob (SM), James (Dev) - Secondary: Murat (TEA) - - - Primary: Winston (Architect), James (Dev), Murat (TEA) - Secondary: Sarah (PO) - - - Primary: James (Dev), Murat (TEA), Winston (Architect) - Secondary: Sarah (PO) - - - - - This task extends party-mode with agile-specific structure - Time-box responses (standup = brief) - Focus on actionable items from real story data when available - End with clear next steps - No deep dives (suggest breakout if needed) - If no stories folder detected, run general standup format - - \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/src/core/_module-installer/install-config.yaml b/src/core/_module-installer/install-config.yaml index 72ceaabc..1099a2e6 100644 --- a/src/core/_module-installer/install-config.yaml +++ b/src/core/_module-installer/install-config.yaml @@ -24,8 +24,8 @@ document_output_language: result: "{value}" agent_sidecar_folder: - prompt: "Where should agent sidecar folders be stored?" - default: ".myagent-data" + prompt: "Where should users agent sidecar memory folders be stored?" + default: ".bmad-user-memory" result: "{project-root}/{value}" output_folder: