Part 13: AI-Native Development
Duration: 8-10 hours | Difficulty: Advanced
AI is transforming software development. This part teaches you to leverage AI effectively while maintaining quality and control.
What You'll Learn
- AI-assisted coding best practices
- Prompt engineering for development
- AI limitations and pitfalls
- The spec-driven AI advantage
Part 13 Modules
| Module | Topic | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Module 42: AI Coding Tools | GitHub Copilot, Claude, GPT | 2-3 hours |
| Module 43: Prompt Engineering | Effective AI prompts | 3-4 hours |
| Module 44: SpecWeave AI Workflow | Spec-driven AI development | 3-4 hours |
The AI Development Evolution
Why Specs + AI > Just AI
| AI Only | SpecWeave + AI |
|---|---|
| Context lost each session | Context preserved in specs |
| No requirements | Requirements in spec.md |
| No architecture docs | ADRs in plan.md |
| No traceability | Full AC → Task → Code tracing |
| Quality varies | Quality gates enforce standards |
Prerequisites
Before starting:
- ✅ Completed Parts 1-12
- ✅ SpecWeave proficiency
- ✅ AI tool familiarity