Drydock – Agile/TDD Spec Driven Delivery – Initial Release (github.com)

Drydock has announced its initial release, offering a significant upgrade to specification-driven development by introducing a structured end-to-end process that integrates Agile delivery and Test Driven Development (TDD). This innovative tool allows users to turn specifications into actionable, reviewed plans and context-managed builds, thereby enhancing productivity and ensuring that software development aligns closely with project requirements. The command-line interface (CLI) runs seamlessly on existing subscriptions like Claude or Codex, without needing API keys or additional billing, which simplifies access for developers. The significance of Drydock lies in its ability to bridge the gap in traditional specification-driven workflows, making LLMs (Large Language Models) act as an Agile delivery team under the supervision of a product owner—the "Commander." Key functions include importing source materials, analyzing them into maintainable stories, and managing contexts across various builds. The tool also offers features like a dependency graph, quarterly reviews, and a reduction in process drift, solidifying it as a reproducible delivery system that encourages iterative development. With Drydock, teams can expect a more organized and inspectable approach to building software, which is vital in the rapidly evolving AI/ML landscape.