Getting Started
Comparison
Comparison with Spec Kit
Spec Kit pioneered spec-driven development — writing specifications before code. REAP builds on this concept and addresses key limitations:
Static specs vs Living Genome
Traditional tools treat specs as static documents. REAP's Genome is a living system — defects found during implementation feed back through the backlog and are applied at Completion. The design evolves with the code.
No cross-session memory
Most AI development tools lose context between sessions. REAP's CLAUDE.md + 3-tier Memory system automatically restores full project context (genome, environment, vision, memory) in every new session.
Linear workflow vs Micro loops
Traditional tools follow a linear flow (spec → plan → build). REAP supports structured regression — any stage can loop back to a previous one while preserving artifacts.
Isolated tasks vs Generational evolution
Each task in traditional tools is independent. In REAP, generations build on each other. Knowledge compounds through Lineage archives and Genome evolution.
No lifecycle hooks
REAP provides 16 stage-level hooks (onLifeStarted through onMergeCompleted) for automation at every lifecycle point.