Claude Code Introduces Spec-Driven Development Workflow with Slash Commands and Plugin Marketplace

Jan 04, 2026
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Summary

Claude Code launches a revolutionary spec-driven development workflow featuring slash commands like /spec-create and /spec-apply that automatically synchronize technical specifications with code implementation, plus an integrated plugin marketplace for streamlined AI-assisted programming.

Key Points

  • Claude Code development workflow centers around three key components: CLAUDE.md primary instruction files, slash-commands for repetitive actions, and plugins from open-source or official Anthropic marketplaces
  • Spec-driven development commands like /spec-create, /spec-apply, and /spec-verify enable developers to create, implement, and synchronize technical specifications with actual code implementation
  • Additional workflow commands cover testing (/test-create), git operations (/commit-staged), and content generation, with emphasis on maintaining organized, token-efficient AI-friendly prompts

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