beads
Beads (bd) Usage Rules
First-Time Setup
If bd command is not found, tell the user:
Run:
curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/schlenks/superpowers-bd/main/scripts/setup-beads-local.sh | bashThis installs beads, initializes stealth mode, and adds git worktree support. For team use (shared.beads/), usebd initwithout--stealth.
TL;DR
bd ready # What can I work on?
bd update <id> --claim # I'm starting this
bd close <id> # I'm done with this
Critical rules:
- Never use semicolons in
--acceptance(triggers permission prompts)
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