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Superpowers

An agentic skills framework and software development methodology that equips AI coding agents like Claude Code, Cursor, and Gemini CLI with composable skills for structured, test-driven, and reliable development workflows.

Overview

Superpowers is an open-source agentic skills framework and proven software development methodology designed specifically for AI-powered coding agents. Created by Jesse Vincent (obra), it transforms chaotic "vibe coding" into disciplined, professional-grade development by providing a library of automatic, context-triggered skills.

It works seamlessly with tools like Claude Code, Cursor, Gemini CLI, Codex, and OpenCode, enforcing best practices such as Test-Driven Development (TDD), human-in-the-loop design validation, sub-agent orchestration, and rigorous code review.

Key Features

  • Automatic Skill Activation: Skills trigger based on context—no manual commands needed in most cases.
  • Structured Workflow:
    • Brainstorming with Socratic questioning and design approval
    • Detailed implementation planning with small, verifiable tasks
    • Git worktree isolation for safe experimentation
    • Subagent-driven development with parallel execution
    • Strict RED-GREEN-REFACTOR TDD cycle (write failing test → implement → refactor)
    • Multi-stage code review (spec compliance + quality)
    • Systematic 4-phase debugging
    • Verification before task closure
  • Philosophy: YAGNI, DRY, evidence-based decisions, simplicity over complexity.
  • Composable & Extensible: Build and share new skills; includes experimental skills via Superpowers Lab.
  • Cross-Platform Support: Official marketplace integration for Claude Code and easy setup for others.

Use Cases

  • Building reliable software prototypes or production features with AI agents
  • Enforcing engineering discipline in agentic coding sessions
  • Reducing bugs and improving code maintainability in AI-assisted development
  • Team collaboration on agent-driven projects with consistent workflows
  • Learning professional software practices through guided AI pair programming

Installation

Claude Code (Recommended)

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

Or via official marketplace: /plugin install superpowers@claude-plugins-official

Gemini CLI

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

Cursor

Use /add-plugin superpowers in the agent chat or search the plugin marketplace.

Additional setup instructions for Codex/OpenCode are available in the repo docs.

After installation, start a new session and give your agent a task—the skills will activate automatically.

Community & Resources

  • Discord: https://discord.gg/Jd8Vphy9jq
  • Marketplace: https://github.com/obra/superpowers-marketplace
  • Documentation: https://github.com/obra/superpowers/tree/main/docs
  • Blog: https://blog.fsck.com/2025/10/09/superpowers/
  • License: MIT

Superpowers has gained massive popularity in the AI coding community for making agents dramatically more effective and professional.

Related Projects

  • Superpowers Lab (experimental skills)
  • Superpowers Marketplace (curated plugins)

Start using Superpowers today to give your coding agents the structure they need to deliver high-quality results consistently.

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