Write tests first, watch them fail, then implement minimal code to pass.
Automate repetitive workflows and reduce manual effort
Example: Generate reports, summarize documents, draft communications
Save 3-5 hours per week on routine tasks
Learn new skills, understand complex topics, get expert guidance
Example: Explain concepts, provide examples, suggest learning resources
Accelerate learning and skill development by 2x
Enhance output quality through reviews, suggestions, and refinements
Example: Review drafts, suggest improvements, catch errors
Improve work quality by 30-40% with less effort
Time estimate: 15-45 minutes depending on use case complexity
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epx add obra/superpowers --skill test-driven-developmentCompatible with
Supported agents
Follows the red-green-refactor cycle: write a failing test, verify it fails correctly, implement minimal code to pass, then refactor while keeping tests green
Requires deleting any production code written before tests exist; no exceptions for \"reference\" or \"adaptation\"
Emphasizes watching tests fail as proof they actually test the right thing; tests that pass immediately prove nothing
Covers common ratio
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Before installing skills in Cursor, ensure your development environment meets these requirements:
node --versiontest-driven-developmentExecute the skills CLI command in your project's root directory to begin installation:
epx add obra/superpowers --skill test-driven-developmentFetches test-driven-development from obra/superpowers and configures it for Cursor.
The CLI shows a list of agents. Use arrow keys and space to select Cursor:
Confirm successful installation by checking the skill directory location:
.cursor/skills/test-driven-development
Restart Cursor to activate test-driven-development. Access via /test-driven-developmentin your agent's command palette.
Learn more:View source on GitHubSkills CLI docsAbout CursorWhat are agent skills?
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Use when skill capabilities match your task, clear ROI on time saved, and you can validate outputs. Best for repetitive tasks, learning, and quality improvement.
✗ Avoid when
Avoid when task requires deep expertise you can't validate, involves sensitive decisions, or when learning process is more valuable than speed of completion.
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Registry listing for test-driven-development matched our evaluation — installs cleanly and behaves as described in the markdown.
test-driven-development reduced setup friction for our internal harness; good balance of opinion and flexibility.
I recommend test-driven-development for anyone iterating fast on agent tooling; clear intent and a small, reviewable surface area.
test-driven-development fits our agent workflows well — practical, well scoped, and easy to wire into existing repos.
We added test-driven-development from the explainx registry; install was straightforward and the SKILL.md answered most questions upfront.
test-driven-development reduced setup friction for our internal harness; good balance of opinion and flexibility.
I recommend test-driven-development for anyone iterating fast on agent tooling; clear intent and a small, reviewable surface area.
test-driven-development is among the better-maintained entries we tried; worth keeping pinned for repeat workflows.
Solid pick for teams standardizing on skills: test-driven-development is focused, and the summary matches what you get after install.
test-driven-development has been reliable in day-to-day use. Documentation quality is above average for community skills.
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