Spec-As-Test Feedback Loop NEW

Problem

Even in spec-first projects, implementations can drift as code evolves and the spec changes (or vice-versa). Silent divergence erodes trust.

Solution

Generate executable assertions directly from the spec (e.g., unit or integration tests) and let the agent:

• Watch for any spec or code commit.
• Auto-regenerate test suite from latest spec snapshot.
• Run tests; if failures appear, open an agent-authored PR that either:
  • updates code to match spec, or
  • flags unclear spec segments for human review.

This creates a continuous feedback loop ensuring specification and implementation remain synchronized.

Trade-offs

• Pros: catches drift early, keeps spec & impl in lock-step.
• Cons: heavy CI usage; false positives if spec wording is too loose.

References

• Natural extension of the "specification-driven development" concept surfaced in the page metadata.