Superpowers

Superpowers is a complete software development methodology for coding agents, built on composable skills and systematic workflows. It transforms agents from code-first tools into methodical engineers that spec, plan, and execute through structured processes.

Key Features

• Systematic workflow enforcement - Agents follow brainstorming → planning → TDD implementation cycles automatically
• Subagent-driven development - Parallel task execution with two-stage review (spec compliance, then code quality)
• True test-driven development - RED-GREEN-REFACTOR cycle with anti-pattern detection
• Git worktree integration - Isolated workspaces for parallel development branches
• Automatic skill activation - Skills trigger based on context without manual intervention
• Cross-platform agent support - Works with Claude, Cursor, Copilot, Gemini, and others

Installation

Claude Code (Official Marketplace)

/plugin install superpowers@claude-plugins-official

Cursor

/add-plugin superpowers

GitHub Copilot CLI

copilot plugin marketplace add obra/superpowers-marketplace
copilot plugin install superpowers@superpowers-marketplace

Gemini CLI

gemini extensions install https://github.com/obra/superpowers

Basic Usage

Once installed, Superpowers activates automatically. When you start a coding session:

"I want to build a REST API for managing todo items"

The agent will:

1. Brainstorm - Ask clarifying questions and present a design spec
2. Plan - Break work into 2-5 minute tasks with exact file paths
3. Execute - Use TDD cycles with subagent review for each task
4. Review - Verify against plan and run systematic debugging if needed

Notable Details

• License: MIT
• Language: Shell scripts
• Community: 157K+ stars, active Discord community
• Creator: Jesse Vincent (Prime Radiant)
• Philosophy: Test-driven, systematic over ad-hoc, complexity reduction
• Support: Discord for community help