simple-linear.yaml

name: Simple Linear Workflow
description: A basic linear workflow that demonstrates automatic progression through sequential phases

inputs:
  task_description:
    type: string
    description: Task provided by the user
    required: true
  output_format:
    type: string
    description: Format for outputs (text, markdown, etc.)
    required: false
    default: "markdown"

workflow:
  goal: Complete a simple task using a linear progression of phases

  root: start

  tree:
    # Starting phase - initialize and understand
    start:
      goal: |
        **START PHASE:** ${{ inputs.task_description }}
        
        Initialize the workflow and understand the basic requirements.
        This is the entry point where we gather initial information.
        
        **Focus:** Quick setup and requirement understanding.
      acceptance_criteria:
        requirements_clear: "Basic task requirements are understood and documented"
        scope_defined: "Clear scope and boundaries identified for the task"
        next_steps_identified: "Next steps in the workflow are clear"
      next_allowed_nodes: [analyze]

    # Analysis phase - deeper examination
    analyze:
      goal: |
        **ANALYZE PHASE:** ${{ inputs.task_description }}
        
        Perform detailed analysis of the requirements and gather necessary information.
        Explore any existing relevant materials or context.
        
        **Focus:** Comprehensive understanding and information gathering.
      acceptance_criteria:
        detailed_analysis: "Complete analysis of requirements and context performed"
        information_gathered: "All necessary information and resources identified"
        constraints_identified: "Any limitations or constraints documented"
      next_allowed_nodes: [plan]

    # Planning phase - create execution strategy
    plan:
      goal: |
        **PLAN PHASE:** ${{ inputs.task_description }}
        
        Create a detailed plan for executing the task based on the analysis.
        Define specific steps and approach to achieve the objectives.
        
        **Focus:** Strategic planning and step-by-step approach definition.
      acceptance_criteria:
        execution_plan: "Detailed execution plan created with clear steps"
        approach_defined: "Specific approach and methodology selected"
        success_criteria: "Clear success criteria and validation methods defined"
      next_allowed_nodes: [execute]

    # Execution phase - implement the plan
    execute:
      goal: |
        **EXECUTE PHASE:** ${{ inputs.task_description }}
        
        Implement the planned approach and complete the actual work.
        Follow the execution plan systematically and track progress.
        
        **Focus:** Implementation and progress tracking.
      acceptance_criteria:
        plan_executed: "Execution plan followed systematically"
        work_completed: "Primary work and deliverables completed"
        quality_maintained: "Quality standards maintained throughout execution"
      next_allowed_nodes: [review]

    # Review phase - validate and finalize
    review:
      goal: |
        **REVIEW PHASE:** ${{ inputs.task_description }}
        
        Review the completed work for quality and completeness.
        Ensure all requirements have been met and objectives achieved.
        
        **Focus:** Quality assurance and final validation.
      acceptance_criteria:
        quality_verified: "Work quality meets expected standards"
        requirements_met: "All original requirements satisfied"
        documentation_complete: "Appropriate documentation and notes completed"
      next_allowed_nodes: [complete]

    # Completion phase - finalize and summarize
    complete:
      goal: |
        **COMPLETE PHASE:** ${{ inputs.task_description }}
        
        Finalize the workflow with summary and any necessary cleanup.
        Provide final deliverables and document completion.
        
        **Output Format:** ${{ inputs.output_format }}
        
        **Focus:** Final delivery and workflow completion.
      acceptance_criteria:
        deliverables_ready: "Final deliverables prepared and validated"
        summary_provided: "Comprehensive summary of work completed"
        workflow_concluded: "Workflow properly concluded with all phases completed"
      next_allowed_nodes: []  # Terminal node - workflow ends here