Why Not Other Structured Development Tools?
Other structured development tools like Kiro, SpecKit, and Taskmaster offer structured approaches to AI-assisted development, but they require installation, configuration, and learning new workflows. Here's why Liatrio's 4 transparent prompts are a better fit for day-to-day development work.
Comparison: Liatrio's Prompts vs. Other Structured Development Tools
How do Liatrio's prompts compare to other structured development tools? Here's a side-by-side look at the key differences.
| Feature | Liatrio's SDD Prompts | Kiro / SpecKit / Taskmaster |
|---|---|---|
| Setup & Installation | ✅ Just 4 markdown files—no installation | ❌ Kiro: Requires downloading IDE app. SpecKit: Requires installation and configuration. Taskmaster: Requires installation and setup. |
| Editor/IDE Dependency | ✅ Works with any editor (VS Code, Cursor, etc.) | ❌ Kiro: Requires switching to Kiro IDE. SpecKit/Taskmaster: Work within existing editors but require specific setup. |
| AI Assistant Compatibility | ✅ Works with any AI assistant (Claude, GPT, Gemini, etc.) | ❌ Kiro: Built-in AI. SpecKit: Works with GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Gemini CLI. Taskmaster: Works with Claude, Cursor, etc. |
| Learning Curve | ✅ Just read markdown prompts—no new concepts | ❌ Kiro: Learn new IDE. SpecKit: Learn command system (`/speckit.specify`, `/speckit.plan`, etc.). Taskmaster: Learn task management system. |
| Transparency | ✅ Every prompt is readable markdown—no black boxes | ❌ Tool logic is hidden in codebases. Can't easily see or modify how they work. |
| Flexibility | ✅ Edit prompts to fit your project/style/company guidelines | ❌ Limited customization. Must work within tool's structure and constraints. |
| File Structure | ✅ Simple docs/specs/ that doesn't pollute repo |
❌ Kiro: IDE-specific files. SpecKit: Creates .specify/ directory
structure. Taskmaster: Task management files. |
| Workflow Integration | ✅ Fits into your existing workflow—no context switching | ❌ Kiro: Requires switching IDEs. SpecKit: Requires using specific commands. Taskmaster: Requires managing tasks through tool. |
| Speed | ✅ Complete feature in minutes (example: <15 min) | ⚠️ Varies by tool, but requires learning and setup overhead |
| Cost | ✅ Free—just markdown files | ✅ All are open source, but require time investment to learn |
Getting Started Is Simple
While other tools require complex installation and configuration, the SDD workflow prompts can be installed in any AI assistant in seconds using the slash-command-manager. This open-source tool from Liatrio makes it straightforward to add the prompts as slash commands in VS Code, Cursor, Claude Code, and many other AI tools that support custom commands.
No complex setup, no configuration files, no learning curve—just install the prompts and start using them immediately in your existing workflow. See the installation instructions in the README to get started.
The Bottom Line
For day-to-day development work in enterprise companies, Liatrio's 4 prompts provide the structure and rigor you need without requiring new tools, installation, or learning curves. They're transparent, flexible, and designed to fit into your existing workflow—not replace it. Perfect for developers who want structured AI-assisted development without the overhead of switching tools or learning new systems.