Summary

GET SHIT DONE (GSD) is a lightweight system for meta-prompting, context engineering, and spec-driven development for Claude Code. It addresses inconsistent AI-generated code by providing a robust framework for managing AI development workflows. GSD targets developers who want Claude Code to build features reliably based on descriptions, bypassing complex project management overhead. Its primary benefit is achieving consistent, high-quality AI code generation through meticulous context management.

How It Works

GSD employs an iterative approach: users define ideas (/gsd:new-project), generate roadmaps (/gsd:create-roadmap), and create detailed task plans (/gsd:plan-phase). Execution uses subagents with fresh, large context windows (up to 200k tokens) to maintain implementation quality without degradation. This is supported by XML prompt formatting for precise instructions and atomic Git commits for each task, enabling granular tracking and revertability. The system also supports brownfield projects via automated codebase mapping (/gsd:map-codebase).

Quick Start & Requirements

Installation: npx get-shit-done-cc. Requires Claude Code. Works on Mac, Windows, Linux. For automation, GSD recommends claude --dangerously-skip-permissions or configuring granular permissions in ~/.claude/settings.json. Non-interactive install options (--global, --local) are available.

Highlighted Details

• Spec-driven development framework for AI code generation.
• Context engineering layer enhances Claude Code reliability.
• Subagent execution model provides isolated, large context windows per task, preventing quality degradation.
• Atomic Git commits for each task enable precise debugging and revertability.
• Automated codebase mapping (/gsd:map-codebase) for existing projects.
• Modular design allows flexible phase management.

Maintenance & Community

Developed by a solo engineer (TÂCHES). Trusted by engineers at Amazon, Google, Shopify, and Webflow. No explicit community channels (Discord, Slack) are listed.

Licensing & Compatibility

MIT License. Permissive for commercial use, modification, and distribution, including integration within closed-source applications.

Limitations & Caveats

GSD's effectiveness is tied to Claude Code's capabilities. A key operational recommendation involves bypassing standard security permission checks (--dangerously-skip-permissions), which may pose a security risk. The system avoids "enterprise theater," focusing on a streamlined workflow that might not suit highly structured enterprise development processes.