Spec Kit Templates v0.4.1: Checkpoint Extension

Spec Kit 0.4.1 adds checkpoint extension, fixes repo root detection, and completes the spec template with an Assumptions section.

Spec Kit Templates v0.4.1: Checkpoint Extension

TL;DR

  • New checkpoint extension for tracking spec progress
  • Fixed repo root detection to prioritize .specify config
  • Added missing Assumptions section to spec template

New

  • Checkpoint extension — Track and manage specification milestones within your project workflow.

Fixed

  • Repo root detection — Scripts now prioritize .specify config over git for finding project root, preventing detection conflicts.
  • Spec template — Added missing Assumptions section to the default template for more complete specifications.

Update with: npm install @github/spec-kit@0.4.1 or use Specify CLI to scaffold projects.

Source: Spec Kit