Read the Spec: Lock Intent Before you Implement

📰 Dev.to · Robert Douglass

Learn to prioritize intent over implementation in agentic coding to achieve desired outcomes

intermediate Published 20 May 2026
Action Steps
  1. Read the spec to understand project requirements
  2. Define the intent behind the project
  3. Lock the intent before starting implementation
  4. Configure a feedback loop to ensure intent is met
  5. Test and refine the implementation to align with the intent
Who Needs to Know This

Developers and product managers benefit from understanding the importance of locking intent before implementation to ensure alignment with project goals

Key Insight

💡 Locking intent before implementation ensures alignment with project goals

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