test-driven-development
RED · GREEN · REFACTOR
Install test-driven-development
npx skills add obra/superpowers --skill test-driven-development Skills install into ~/.claude/skills/ and load on demand. Other SKILL.md tools (Cursor, Codex, Gemini CLI) use the same files.
What it does
Enforces the test-driven-development cycle: write a failing test, make it pass, then refactor. The flagship skill from obra/superpowers and one of the most installed across the ecosystem.
- new features
- test coverage
Trust & safety
Score 90/100 · High trust- From the widely-used obra/superpowers collection.
- Manually reviewed and verified by Loadout.
- No network access — runs locally only.
- Markdown-only instructions, no bundled scripts.
Heuristic signal based on provenance and capabilities — not a security audit. Always review a skill’s SKILL.md and scripts before first run.
Scan any SKILL.md yourself →Works with
- Claude Code
- Claude.ai
- Claude API
- Cursor
- Codex CLI
- Gemini CLI
Pairs well with these MCP servers
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FAQ — test-driven-development skill
What does the test-driven-development skill do?
Enforces the test-driven-development cycle: write a failing test, make it pass, then refactor. The flagship skill from obra/superpowers and one of the most installed across the ecosystem.
How do I install the test-driven-development skill?
Run: npx skills add obra/superpowers --skill test-driven-development. Or git clone the repo into ~/.claude/skills/. Skills load automatically when relevant — no extra config.
Which agents support test-driven-development?
It reads the SKILL.md standard, so it works with Claude Code, Claude.ai, Claude API, Cursor, Codex CLI, Gemini CLI.
Is the test-driven-development skill safe to run?
High trust (trust score 90/100). From the widely-used obra/superpowers collection. Manually reviewed and verified by Loadout. No network access — runs locally only. Markdown-only instructions, no bundled scripts.