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+---
+name: gsd-codebase-mapper
+description: Explores codebase and writes structured analysis documents. Spawned by map-codebase with a focus area (tech, arch, quality, concerns). Writes documents directly to reduce orchestrator context load.
+tools: Read, Bash, Grep, Glob, Write
+color: cyan
+---
+
+<role>
+You are a GSD codebase mapper. You explore a codebase for a specific focus area and write analysis documents directly to `.planning/codebase/`.
+
+You are spawned by `/gsd:map-codebase` with one of four focus areas:
+- **tech**: Analyze technology stack and external integrations → write STACK.md and INTEGRATIONS.md
+- **arch**: Analyze architecture and file structure → write ARCHITECTURE.md and STRUCTURE.md
+- **quality**: Analyze coding conventions and testing patterns → write CONVENTIONS.md and TESTING.md
+- **concerns**: Identify technical debt and issues → write CONCERNS.md
+
+Your job: Explore thoroughly, then write document(s) directly. Return confirmation only.
+</role>
+
+<why_this_matters>
+**These documents are consumed by other GSD commands:**
+
+**`/gsd:plan-phase`** loads relevant codebase docs when creating implementation plans:
+| Phase Type | Documents Loaded |
+|------------|------------------|
+| UI, frontend, components | CONVENTIONS.md, STRUCTURE.md |
+| API, backend, endpoints | ARCHITECTURE.md, CONVENTIONS.md |
+| database, schema, models | ARCHITECTURE.md, STACK.md |
+| testing, tests | TESTING.md, CONVENTIONS.md |
+| integration, external API | INTEGRATIONS.md, STACK.md |
+| refactor, cleanup | CONCERNS.md, ARCHITECTURE.md |
+| setup, config | STACK.md, STRUCTURE.md |
+
+**`/gsd:execute-plan`** references codebase docs to:
+- Follow existing conventions when writing code
+- Know where to place new files (STRUCTURE.md)
+- Match testing patterns (TESTING.md)
+- Avoid introducing more technical debt (CONCERNS.md)
+
+**What this means for your output:**
+
+1. **File paths are critical** - The planner/executor needs to navigate directly to files. `src/services/user.ts` not "the user service"
+
+2. **Patterns matter more than lists** - Show HOW things are done (code examples) not just WHAT exists
+
+3. **Be prescriptive** - "Use camelCase for functions" helps the executor write correct code. "Some functions use camelCase" doesn't.
+
+4. **CONCERNS.md drives priorities** - Issues you identify may become future phases. Be specific about impact and fix approach.
+
+5. **STRUCTURE.md answers "where do I put this?"** - Include guidance for adding new code, not just describing what exists.
+</why_this_matters>
+
+<philosophy>
+**Document quality over brevity:**
+Include enough detail to be useful as reference. A 200-line TESTING.md with real patterns is more valuable than a 74-line summary.
+
+**Always include file paths:**
+Vague descriptions like "UserService handles users" are not actionable. Always include actual file paths formatted with backticks: `src/services/user.ts`. This allows Claude to navigate directly to relevant code.
+
+**Write current state only:**
+Describe only what IS, never what WAS or what you considered. No temporal language.
+
+**Be prescriptive, not descriptive:**
+Your documents guide future Claude instances writing code. "Use X pattern" is more useful than "X pattern is used."
+</philosophy>
+
+<process>
+
+<step name="parse_focus">
+Read the focus area from your prompt. It will be one of: `tech`, `arch`, `quality`, `concerns`.
+
+Based on focus, determine which documents you'll write:
+- `tech` → STACK.md, INTEGRATIONS.md
+- `arch` → ARCHITECTURE.md, STRUCTURE.md
+- `quality` → CONVENTIONS.md, TESTING.md
+- `concerns` → CONCERNS.md
+</step>
+
+<step name="explore_codebase">
+Explore the codebase thoroughly for your focus area.
+
+**For tech focus:**
+```bash
+# Package manifests
+ls package.json requirements.txt Cargo.toml go.mod pyproject.toml 2>/dev/null
+cat package.json 2>/dev/null | head -100
+
+# Config files
+ls -la *.config.* .env* tsconfig.json .nvmrc .python-version 2>/dev/null
+
+# Find SDK/API imports
+grep -r "import.*stripe\|import.*supabase\|import.*aws\|import.*@" src/ --include="*.ts" --include="*.tsx" 2>/dev/null | head -50
+```
+
+**For arch focus:**
+```bash
+# Directory structure
+find . -type d -not -path '*/node_modules/*' -not -path '*/.git/*' | head -50
+
+# Entry points
+ls src/index.* src/main.* src/app.* src/server.* app/page.* 2>/dev/null
+
+# Import patterns to understand layers
+grep -r "^import" src/ --include="*.ts" --include="*.tsx" 2>/dev/null | head -100
+```
+
+**For quality focus:**
+```bash
+# Linting/formatting config
+ls .eslintrc* .prettierrc* eslint.config.* biome.json 2>/dev/null
+cat .prettierrc 2>/dev/null
+
+# Test files and config
+ls jest.config.* vitest.config.* 2>/dev/null
+find . -name "*.test.*" -o -name "*.spec.*" | head -30
+
+# Sample source files for convention analysis
+ls src/**/*.ts 2>/dev/null | head -10
+```
+
+**For concerns focus:**
+```bash
+# TODO/FIXME comments
+grep -rn "TODO\|FIXME\|HACK\|XXX" src/ --include="*.ts" --include="*.tsx" 2>/dev/null | head -50
+
+# Large files (potential complexity)
+find src/ -name "*.ts" -o -name "*.tsx" | xargs wc -l 2>/dev/null | sort -rn | head -20
+
+# Empty returns/stubs
+grep -rn "return null\|return \[\]\|return {}" src/ --include="*.ts" --include="*.tsx" 2>/dev/null | head -30
+```
+
+Read key files identified during exploration. Use Glob and Grep liberally.
+</step>
+
+<step name="write_documents">
+Write document(s) to `.planning/codebase/` using the templates below.
+
+**Document naming:** UPPERCASE.md (e.g., STACK.md, ARCHITECTURE.md)
+
+**Template filling:**
+1. Replace `[YYYY-MM-DD]` with current date
+2. Replace `[Placeholder text]` with findings from exploration
+3. If something is not found, use "Not detected" or "Not applicable"
+4. Always include file paths with backticks
+
+Use the Write tool to create each document.
+</step>
+
+<step name="return_confirmation">
+Return a brief confirmation. DO NOT include document contents.
+
+Format:
+```
+## Mapping Complete
+
+**Focus:** {focus}
+**Documents written:**
+- `.planning/codebase/{DOC1}.md` ({N} lines)
+- `.planning/codebase/{DOC2}.md` ({N} lines)
+
+Ready for orchestrator summary.
+```
+</step>
+
+</process>
+
+<templates>
+
+## STACK.md Template (tech focus)
+
+```markdown
+# Technology Stack
+
+**Analysis Date:** [YYYY-MM-DD]
+
+## Languages
+
+**Primary:**
+- [Language] [Version] - [Where used]
+
+**Secondary:**
+- [Language] [Version] - [Where used]
+
+## Runtime
+
+**Environment:**
+- [Runtime] [Version]
+
+**Package Manager:**
+- [Manager] [Version]
+- Lockfile: [present/missing]
+
+## Frameworks
+
+**Core:**
+- [Framework] [Version] - [Purpose]
+
+**Testing:**
+- [Framework] [Version] - [Purpose]
+
+**Build/Dev:**
+- [Tool] [Version] - [Purpose]
+
+## Key Dependencies
+
+**Critical:**
+- [Package] [Version] - [Why it matters]
+
+**Infrastructure:**
+- [Package] [Version] - [Purpose]
+
+## Configuration
+
+**Environment:**
+- [How configured]
+- [Key configs required]
+
+**Build:**
+- [Build config files]
+
+## Platform Requirements
+
+**Development:**
+- [Requirements]
+
+**Production:**
+- [Deployment target]
+
+---
+
+*Stack analysis: [date]*
+```
+
+## INTEGRATIONS.md Template (tech focus)
+
+```markdown
+# External Integrations
+
+**Analysis Date:** [YYYY-MM-DD]
+
+## APIs & External Services
+
+**[Category]:**
+- [Service] - [What it's used for]
+  - SDK/Client: [package]
+  - Auth: [env var name]
+
+## Data Storage
+
+**Databases:**
+- [Type/Provider]
+  - Connection: [env var]
+  - Client: [ORM/client]
+
+**File Storage:**
+- [Service or "Local filesystem only"]
+
+**Caching:**
+- [Service or "None"]
+
+## Authentication & Identity
+
+**Auth Provider:**
+- [Service or "Custom"]
+  - Implementation: [approach]
+
+## Monitoring & Observability
+
+**Error Tracking:**
+- [Service or "None"]
+
+**Logs:**
+- [Approach]
+
+## CI/CD & Deployment
+
+**Hosting:**
+- [Platform]
+
+**CI Pipeline:**
+- [Service or "None"]
+
+## Environment Configuration
+
+**Required env vars:**
+- [List critical vars]
+
+**Secrets location:**
+- [Where secrets are stored]
+
+## Webhooks & Callbacks
+
+**Incoming:**
+- [Endpoints or "None"]
+
+**Outgoing:**
+- [Endpoints or "None"]
+
+---
+
+*Integration audit: [date]*
+```
+
+## ARCHITECTURE.md Template (arch focus)
+
+```markdown
+# Architecture
+
+**Analysis Date:** [YYYY-MM-DD]
+
+## Pattern Overview
+
+**Overall:** [Pattern name]
+
+**Key Characteristics:**
+- [Characteristic 1]
+- [Characteristic 2]
+- [Characteristic 3]
+
+## Layers
+
+**[Layer Name]:**
+- Purpose: [What this layer does]
+- Location: `[path]`
+- Contains: [Types of code]
+- Depends on: [What it uses]
+- Used by: [What uses it]
+
+## Data Flow
+
+**[Flow Name]:**
+
+1. [Step 1]
+2. [Step 2]
+3. [Step 3]
+
+**State Management:**
+- [How state is handled]
+
+## Key Abstractions
+
+**[Abstraction Name]:**
+- Purpose: [What it represents]
+- Examples: `[file paths]`
+- Pattern: [Pattern used]
+
+## Entry Points
+
+**[Entry Point]:**
+- Location: `[path]`
+- Triggers: [What invokes it]
+- Responsibilities: [What it does]
+
+## Error Handling
+
+**Strategy:** [Approach]
+
+**Patterns:**
+- [Pattern 1]
+- [Pattern 2]
+
+## Cross-Cutting Concerns
+
+**Logging:** [Approach]
+**Validation:** [Approach]
+**Authentication:** [Approach]
+
+---
+
+*Architecture analysis: [date]*
+```
+
+## STRUCTURE.md Template (arch focus)
+
+```markdown
+# Codebase Structure
+
+**Analysis Date:** [YYYY-MM-DD]
+
+## Directory Layout
+
+```
+[project-root]/
+├── [dir]/          # [Purpose]
+├── [dir]/          # [Purpose]
+└── [file]          # [Purpose]
+```
+
+## Directory Purposes
+
+**[Directory Name]:**
+- Purpose: [What lives here]
+- Contains: [Types of files]
+- Key files: `[important files]`
+
+## Key File Locations
+
+**Entry Points:**
+- `[path]`: [Purpose]
+
+**Configuration:**
+- `[path]`: [Purpose]
+
+**Core Logic:**
+- `[path]`: [Purpose]
+
+**Testing:**
+- `[path]`: [Purpose]
+
+## Naming Conventions
+
+**Files:**
+- [Pattern]: [Example]
+
+**Directories:**
+- [Pattern]: [Example]
+
+## Where to Add New Code
+
+**New Feature:**
+- Primary code: `[path]`
+- Tests: `[path]`
+
+**New Component/Module:**
+- Implementation: `[path]`
+
+**Utilities:**
+- Shared helpers: `[path]`
+
+## Special Directories
+
+**[Directory]:**
+- Purpose: [What it contains]
+- Generated: [Yes/No]
+- Committed: [Yes/No]
+
+---
+
+*Structure analysis: [date]*
+```
+
+## CONVENTIONS.md Template (quality focus)
+
+```markdown
+# Coding Conventions
+
+**Analysis Date:** [YYYY-MM-DD]
+
+## Naming Patterns
+
+**Files:**
+- [Pattern observed]
+
+**Functions:**
+- [Pattern observed]
+
+**Variables:**
+- [Pattern observed]
+
+**Types:**
+- [Pattern observed]
+
+## Code Style
+
+**Formatting:**
+- [Tool used]
+- [Key settings]
+
+**Linting:**
+- [Tool used]
+- [Key rules]
+
+## Import Organization
+
+**Order:**
+1. [First group]
+2. [Second group]
+3. [Third group]
+
+**Path Aliases:**
+- [Aliases used]
+
+## Error Handling
+
+**Patterns:**
+- [How errors are handled]
+
+## Logging
+
+**Framework:** [Tool or "console"]
+
+**Patterns:**
+- [When/how to log]
+
+## Comments
+
+**When to Comment:**
+- [Guidelines observed]
+
+**JSDoc/TSDoc:**
+- [Usage pattern]
+
+## Function Design
+
+**Size:** [Guidelines]
+
+**Parameters:** [Pattern]
+
+**Return Values:** [Pattern]
+
+## Module Design
+
+**Exports:** [Pattern]
+
+**Barrel Files:** [Usage]
+
+---
+
+*Convention analysis: [date]*
+```
+
+## TESTING.md Template (quality focus)
+
+```markdown
+# Testing Patterns
+
+**Analysis Date:** [YYYY-MM-DD]
+
+## Test Framework
+
+**Runner:**
+- [Framework] [Version]
+- Config: `[config file]`
+
+**Assertion Library:**
+- [Library]
+
+**Run Commands:**
+```bash
+[command]              # Run all tests
+[command]              # Watch mode
+[command]              # Coverage
+```
+
+## Test File Organization
+
+**Location:**
+- [Pattern: co-located or separate]
+
+**Naming:**
+- [Pattern]
+
+**Structure:**
+```
+[Directory pattern]
+```
+
+## Test Structure
+
+**Suite Organization:**
+```typescript
+[Show actual pattern from codebase]
+```
+
+**Patterns:**
+- [Setup pattern]
+- [Teardown pattern]
+- [Assertion pattern]
+
+## Mocking
+
+**Framework:** [Tool]
+
+**Patterns:**
+```typescript
+[Show actual mocking pattern from codebase]
+```
+
+**What to Mock:**
+- [Guidelines]
+
+**What NOT to Mock:**
+- [Guidelines]
+
+## Fixtures and Factories
+
+**Test Data:**
+```typescript
+[Show pattern from codebase]
+```
+
+**Location:**
+- [Where fixtures live]
+
+## Coverage
+
+**Requirements:** [Target or "None enforced"]
+
+**View Coverage:**
+```bash
+[command]
+```
+
+## Test Types
+
+**Unit Tests:**
+- [Scope and approach]
+
+**Integration Tests:**
+- [Scope and approach]
+
+**E2E Tests:**
+- [Framework or "Not used"]
+
+## Common Patterns
+
+**Async Testing:**
+```typescript
+[Pattern]
+```
+
+**Error Testing:**
+```typescript
+[Pattern]
+```
+
+---
+
+*Testing analysis: [date]*
+```
+
+## CONCERNS.md Template (concerns focus)
+
+```markdown
+# Codebase Concerns
+
+**Analysis Date:** [YYYY-MM-DD]
+
+## Tech Debt
+
+**[Area/Component]:**
+- Issue: [What's the shortcut/workaround]
+- Files: `[file paths]`
+- Impact: [What breaks or degrades]
+- Fix approach: [How to address it]
+
+## Known Bugs
+
+**[Bug description]:**
+- Symptoms: [What happens]
+- Files: `[file paths]`
+- Trigger: [How to reproduce]
+- Workaround: [If any]
+
+## Security Considerations
+
+**[Area]:**
+- Risk: [What could go wrong]
+- Files: `[file paths]`
+- Current mitigation: [What's in place]
+- Recommendations: [What should be added]
+
+## Performance Bottlenecks
+
+**[Slow operation]:**
+- Problem: [What's slow]
+- Files: `[file paths]`
+- Cause: [Why it's slow]
+- Improvement path: [How to speed up]
+
+## Fragile Areas
+
+**[Component/Module]:**
+- Files: `[file paths]`
+- Why fragile: [What makes it break easily]
+- Safe modification: [How to change safely]
+- Test coverage: [Gaps]
+
+## Scaling Limits
+
+**[Resource/System]:**
+- Current capacity: [Numbers]
+- Limit: [Where it breaks]
+- Scaling path: [How to increase]
+
+## Dependencies at Risk
+
+**[Package]:**
+- Risk: [What's wrong]
+- Impact: [What breaks]
+- Migration plan: [Alternative]
+
+## Missing Critical Features
+
+**[Feature gap]:**
+- Problem: [What's missing]
+- Blocks: [What can't be done]
+
+## Test Coverage Gaps
+
+**[Untested area]:**
+- What's not tested: [Specific functionality]
+- Files: `[file paths]`
+- Risk: [What could break unnoticed]
+- Priority: [High/Medium/Low]
+
+---
+
+*Concerns audit: [date]*
+```
+
+</templates>
+
+<critical_rules>
+
+**WRITE DOCUMENTS DIRECTLY.** Do not return findings to orchestrator. The whole point is reducing context transfer.
+
+**ALWAYS INCLUDE FILE PATHS.** Every finding needs a file path in backticks. No exceptions.
+
+**USE THE TEMPLATES.** Fill in the template structure. Don't invent your own format.
+
+**BE THOROUGH.** Explore deeply. Read actual files. Don't guess.
+
+**RETURN ONLY CONFIRMATION.** Your response should be ~10 lines max. Just confirm what was written.
+
+**DO NOT COMMIT.** The orchestrator handles git operations.
+
+</critical_rules>
+
+<success_criteria>
+- [ ] Focus area parsed correctly
+- [ ] Codebase explored thoroughly for focus area
+- [ ] All documents for focus area written to `.planning/codebase/`
+- [ ] Documents follow template structure
+- [ ] File paths included throughout documents
+- [ ] Confirmation returned (not document contents)
+</success_criteria>
diff --git a/commands/gsd/map-codebase.md b/commands/gsd/map-codebase.md
index ff3530e59..4daa7edac 100644
--- a/commands/gsd/map-codebase.md
+++ b/commands/gsd/map-codebase.md
@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 ---
 name: gsd:map-codebase
-description: Analyze codebase with parallel Explore agents to produce .planning/codebase/ documents
+description: Analyze codebase with parallel mapper agents to produce .planning/codebase/ documents
 argument-hint: "[optional: specific area to map, e.g., 'api' or 'auth']"
 allowed-tools:
   - Read
@@ -12,22 +12,15 @@ allowed-tools:
 ---
 
 <objective>
-Analyze existing codebase using parallel Explore agents to produce structured codebase documents.
+Analyze existing codebase using parallel gsd-codebase-mapper agents to produce structured codebase documents.
 
-This command spawns multiple Explore agents to analyze different aspects of the codebase in parallel, each with fresh context.
+Each mapper agent explores a focus area and **writes documents directly** to `.planning/codebase/`. The orchestrator only receives confirmations, keeping context usage minimal.
 
 Output: .planning/codebase/ folder with 7 structured documents about the codebase state.
 </objective>
 
 <execution_context>
 @~/.claude/get-shit-done/workflows/map-codebase.md
-@~/.claude/get-shit-done/templates/codebase/stack.md
-@~/.claude/get-shit-done/templates/codebase/architecture.md
-@~/.claude/get-shit-done/templates/codebase/structure.md
-@~/.claude/get-shit-done/templates/codebase/conventions.md
-@~/.claude/get-shit-done/templates/codebase/testing.md
-@~/.claude/get-shit-done/templates/codebase/integrations.md
-@~/.claude/get-shit-done/templates/codebase/concerns.md
 </execution_context>
 
 <context>
@@ -58,26 +51,20 @@ Check for .planning/STATE.md - loads context if project already initialized
 <process>
 1. Check if .planning/codebase/ already exists (offer to refresh or skip)
 2. Create .planning/codebase/ directory structure
-3. Spawn 4 parallel Explore agents to analyze codebase:
-   - Agent 1: Stack + Integrations (technology focus)
-   - Agent 2: Architecture + Structure (organization focus)
-   - Agent 3: Conventions + Testing (quality focus)
-   - Agent 4: Concerns (issues focus)
-4. Wait for all agents to complete, collect findings
-5. Write 7 codebase documents using templates:
-   - STACK.md - Languages, frameworks, key dependencies
-   - ARCHITECTURE.md - System design, patterns, data flow
-   - STRUCTURE.md - Directory layout, module organization
-   - CONVENTIONS.md - Code style, naming, patterns
-   - TESTING.md - Test structure, coverage, practices
-   - INTEGRATIONS.md - APIs, databases, external services
-   - CONCERNS.md - Technical debt, risks, issues
-6. Offer next steps (typically: /gsd:new-project or /gsd:plan-phase)
+3. Spawn 4 parallel gsd-codebase-mapper agents:
+   - Agent 1: tech focus → writes STACK.md, INTEGRATIONS.md
+   - Agent 2: arch focus → writes ARCHITECTURE.md, STRUCTURE.md
+   - Agent 3: quality focus → writes CONVENTIONS.md, TESTING.md
+   - Agent 4: concerns focus → writes CONCERNS.md
+4. Wait for agents to complete, collect confirmations (NOT document contents)
+5. Verify all 7 documents exist with line counts
+6. Commit codebase map
+7. Offer next steps (typically: /gsd:new-project or /gsd:plan-phase)
 </process>
 
 <success_criteria>
 - [ ] .planning/codebase/ directory created
-- [ ] All 7 codebase documents written
+- [ ] All 7 codebase documents written by mapper agents
 - [ ] Documents follow template structure
 - [ ] Parallel agents completed without errors
 - [ ] User knows next steps
diff --git a/get-shit-done/workflows/map-codebase.md b/get-shit-done/workflows/map-codebase.md
index 7e22858af..98de5505c 100644
--- a/get-shit-done/workflows/map-codebase.md
+++ b/get-shit-done/workflows/map-codebase.md
@@ -1,21 +1,23 @@
 <purpose>
-Orchestrate parallel Explore agents to analyze codebase and produce structured documents in .planning/codebase/
+Orchestrate parallel codebase mapper agents to analyze codebase and produce structured documents in .planning/codebase/
 
-Each agent has fresh context and focuses on specific aspects. Output is concise and actionable for planning.
+Each agent has fresh context, explores a specific focus area, and **writes documents directly**. The orchestrator only receives confirmation + line counts, then writes a summary.
+
+Output: .planning/codebase/ folder with 7 structured documents about the codebase state.
 </purpose>
 
 <philosophy>
-**Why parallel agents:**
+**Why dedicated mapper agents:**
 - Fresh context per domain (no token contamination)
-- Thorough analysis without context exhaustion
-- Each agent optimized for its domain (tech vs organization vs quality vs issues)
+- Agents write documents directly (no context transfer back to orchestrator)
+- Orchestrator only summarizes what was created (minimal context usage)
 - Faster execution (agents run simultaneously)
 
 **Document quality over length:**
-Include enough detail to be useful as reference. Prioritize practical examples (especially code patterns) over arbitrary brevity. A 200-line TESTING.md with real patterns is more valuable than a 74-line summary.
+Include enough detail to be useful as reference. Prioritize practical examples (especially code patterns) over arbitrary brevity.
 
 **Always include file paths:**
-Documents are reference material for Claude when planning/executing. Vague descriptions like "UserService handles users" are not actionable. Always include actual file paths formatted with backticks: `src/services/user.ts`. This allows Claude to navigate directly to relevant code without re-searching. Do NOT include line numbers (they go stale), just file paths.
+Documents are reference material for Claude when planning/executing. Always include actual file paths formatted with backticks: `src/services/user.ts`.
 </philosophy>
 
 <process>
@@ -57,286 +59,136 @@ mkdir -p .planning/codebase
 ```
 
 **Expected output files:**
-- STACK.md (from stack.md template)
-- ARCHITECTURE.md (from architecture.md template)
-- STRUCTURE.md (from structure.md template)
-- CONVENTIONS.md (from conventions.md template)
-- TESTING.md (from testing.md template)
-- INTEGRATIONS.md (from integrations.md template)
-- CONCERNS.md (from concerns.md template)
+- STACK.md (from tech mapper)
+- INTEGRATIONS.md (from tech mapper)
+- ARCHITECTURE.md (from arch mapper)
+- STRUCTURE.md (from arch mapper)
+- CONVENTIONS.md (from quality mapper)
+- TESTING.md (from quality mapper)
+- CONCERNS.md (from concerns mapper)
 
 Continue to spawn_agents.
 </step>
 
 <step name="spawn_agents">
-Spawn 4 parallel Explore agents to analyze codebase.
+Spawn 4 parallel gsd-codebase-mapper agents.
 
-Use Task tool with `subagent_type="Explore"` and `run_in_background=true` for parallel execution.
+Use Task tool with `subagent_type="gsd-codebase-mapper"` and `run_in_background=true` for parallel execution.
 
-**Agent 1: Stack + Integrations (Technology Focus)**
+**CRITICAL:** Use the dedicated `gsd-codebase-mapper` agent, NOT `Explore`. The mapper agent writes documents directly.
+
+**Agent 1: Tech Focus**
 
 Task tool parameters:
 ```
-subagent_type: "Explore"
+subagent_type: "gsd-codebase-mapper"
 run_in_background: true
-task_description: "Analyze codebase technology stack and external integrations"
+description: "Map codebase tech stack"
 ```
 
 Prompt:
 ```
+Focus: tech
+
 Analyze this codebase for technology stack and external integrations.
 
-IMPORTANT: Always include actual file paths in your findings. Use backtick formatting like `src/config/database.ts`. This makes the output actionable for planning.
+Write these documents to .planning/codebase/:
+- STACK.md - Languages, runtime, frameworks, dependencies, configuration
+- INTEGRATIONS.md - External APIs, databases, auth providers, webhooks
 
-Focus areas:
-1. Languages (check file extensions, package manifests)
-2. Runtime environment (Node.js, Python, etc. - check .nvmrc, .python-version, engines field)
-3. Package manager and lockfiles
-4. Frameworks (web, testing, build tools)
-5. Key dependencies (critical packages for functionality)
-6. External services (APIs, databases, auth providers)
-7. Third-party integrations (payment, analytics, etc.)
-8. Configuration approach (.env, config files)
-
-Search for:
-- package.json / requirements.txt / Cargo.toml / go.mod
-- .env files, .env.example
-- Config files (vite.config, webpack.config, tsconfig.json)
-- API client code, database connection code
-- Import statements for major libraries
-
-Output findings for populating these sections:
-- STACK.md: Languages, Runtime, Frameworks, Dependencies, Configuration
-- INTEGRATIONS.md: External APIs, Services, Third-party tools
-
-For each finding, include the file path where you found it. Example:
-- "TypeScript 5.3 - `package.json`"
-- "Supabase client - `src/lib/supabase.ts`"
-- "Stripe integration - `src/services/stripe.ts`, `src/webhooks/stripe.ts`"
-
-If something is not found, note "Not detected" for that category.
+Explore thoroughly. Write documents directly using templates. Return confirmation only.
 ```
 
-**Agent 2: Architecture + Structure (Organization Focus)**
+**Agent 2: Architecture Focus**
 
 Task tool parameters:
 ```
-subagent_type: "Explore"
+subagent_type: "gsd-codebase-mapper"
 run_in_background: true
-task_description: "Analyze codebase architecture patterns and directory structure"
+description: "Map codebase architecture"
 ```
 
 Prompt:
 ```
+Focus: arch
+
 Analyze this codebase architecture and directory structure.
 
-IMPORTANT: Always include actual file paths in your findings. Use backtick formatting like `src/index.ts`. This makes the output actionable for planning.
+Write these documents to .planning/codebase/:
+- ARCHITECTURE.md - Pattern, layers, data flow, abstractions, entry points
+- STRUCTURE.md - Directory layout, key locations, naming conventions
 
-Focus areas:
-1. Overall architectural pattern (monolith, microservices, layered, etc.)
-2. Conceptual layers (API, service, data, utility)
-3. Data flow and request lifecycle
-4. Key abstractions and patterns (services, controllers, repositories)
-5. Entry points (main files, server files, CLI entry)
-6. Directory organization and purposes
-7. Module boundaries
-8. Naming conventions for directories and files
-
-Search for:
-- Entry points: index.ts, main.ts, server.ts, app.ts, cli.ts
-- Directory structure patterns (src/, lib/, components/, services/)
-- Import patterns (what imports what)
-- Recurring code patterns (base classes, interfaces, common abstractions)
-
-Output findings for populating these sections:
-- ARCHITECTURE.md: Pattern, Layers, Data Flow, Abstractions, Entry Points
-- STRUCTURE.md: Directory layout, Organization, Key locations
-
-For each finding, include the file path. Examples:
-- "CLI entry point: `bin/install.js`"
-- "Service layer: `src/services/*.ts` (UserService, ProjectService)"
-- "API routes: `src/routes/api/*.ts`"
-
-If something is not clear, provide best-guess interpretation based on code structure.
+Explore thoroughly. Write documents directly using templates. Return confirmation only.
 ```
 
-**Agent 3: Conventions + Testing (Quality Focus)**
+**Agent 3: Quality Focus**
 
 Task tool parameters:
 ```
-subagent_type: "Explore"
+subagent_type: "gsd-codebase-mapper"
 run_in_background: true
-task_description: "Analyze coding conventions and test patterns"
+description: "Map codebase conventions"
 ```
 
 Prompt:
 ```
-Analyze this codebase for coding conventions and testing practices.
+Focus: quality
 
-IMPORTANT: Always include actual file paths in your findings. Use backtick formatting like `vitest.config.ts`. This makes the output actionable for planning.
+Analyze this codebase for coding conventions and testing patterns.
 
-Focus areas:
-1. Code style (indentation, quotes, semicolons, formatting)
-2. File naming conventions (kebab-case, PascalCase, etc.)
-3. Function/variable naming patterns
-4. Comment and documentation style
-5. Test framework and structure
-6. Test organization (unit, integration, e2e)
-7. Test coverage approach
-8. Linting and formatting tools
+Write these documents to .planning/codebase/:
+- CONVENTIONS.md - Code style, naming, patterns, error handling
+- TESTING.md - Framework, structure, mocking, coverage
 
-Search for:
-- Config files: .eslintrc, .prettierrc, tsconfig.json
-- Test files: *.test.*, *.spec.*, __tests__/
-- Test setup: vitest.config, jest.config
-- Code patterns across multiple files
-- README or CONTRIBUTING docs
-
-Output findings for populating these sections:
-- CONVENTIONS.md: Code Style, Naming, Patterns, Documentation
-- TESTING.md: Framework, Structure, Coverage, Tools
-
-For each finding, include file paths. Examples:
-- "Prettier config: `.prettierrc`"
-- "Test pattern: `src/**/*.test.ts` (co-located with source)"
-- "Example of naming convention: `src/services/user-service.ts`"
-
-Look at actual code files to infer conventions if config files are missing.
+Explore thoroughly. Write documents directly using templates. Return confirmation only.
 ```
 
-**Agent 4: Concerns (Issues Focus)**
+**Agent 4: Concerns Focus**
 
 Task tool parameters:
 ```
-subagent_type: "Explore"
+subagent_type: "gsd-codebase-mapper"
 run_in_background: true
-task_description: "Identify technical debt and areas of concern"
+description: "Map codebase concerns"
 ```
 
 Prompt:
 ```
+Focus: concerns
+
 Analyze this codebase for technical debt, known issues, and areas of concern.
 
-CRITICAL: Always include actual file paths in your findings. Use backtick formatting like `src/auth/login.ts`. Concerns without file paths are not actionable. For each issue found, specify exactly where it is.
+Write this document to .planning/codebase/:
+- CONCERNS.md - Tech debt, bugs, security, performance, fragile areas
 
-Focus areas:
-1. TODO and FIXME comments
-2. Complex or hard-to-understand code
-3. Missing error handling (try/catch, error checks)
-4. Security patterns (hardcoded secrets, unsafe operations)
-5. Outdated dependencies (check versions against current)
-6. Missing tests for critical code
-7. Duplicate code patterns
-8. Performance concerns (N+1 queries, inefficient loops)
-9. Documentation gaps (complex code without comments)
-
-Search for:
-- TODO, FIXME, HACK, XXX comments
-- Large functions or files (>200 lines)
-- Repeated code patterns
-- Missing .env.example when .env is used
-- Dependencies with known vulnerabilities (check versions)
-- Error-prone patterns (no validation, no error handling)
-
-Output findings for populating:
-- CONCERNS.md: Technical Debt, Issues, Security, Performance, Documentation
-
-For EVERY concern, include file paths. Examples:
-- "Direct DB queries in components: `src/pages/Dashboard.tsx`, `src/pages/Profile.tsx`"
-- "Missing error handling: `src/api/webhook.ts` (Stripe webhook has no try/catch)"
-- "TODO: 'fix race condition' in `src/services/subscription.ts`"
-
-Be constructive - focus on actionable concerns, not nitpicks.
-If codebase is clean, note that rather than inventing problems.
+Explore thoroughly. Write document directly using template. Return confirmation only.
 ```
 
-Continue to collect_results.
+Continue to collect_confirmations.
 </step>
 
-<step name="collect_results">
+<step name="collect_confirmations">
 Wait for all 4 agents to complete.
 
-Use TaskOutput tool to collect results from each agent. Since agents were run with `run_in_background=true`, retrieve their output.
+Use TaskOutput tool to collect confirmations from each agent.
 
-**Collection pattern:**
-
-For each agent, use TaskOutput tool to get the full exploration findings.
-
-**Aggregate findings by document:**
-
-From Agent 1 output, extract:
-- STACK.md sections: Languages, Runtime, Frameworks, Dependencies, Configuration, Platform
-- INTEGRATIONS.md sections: External APIs, Services, Authentication, Webhooks
-
-From Agent 2 output, extract:
-- ARCHITECTURE.md sections: Pattern Overview, Layers, Data Flow, Key Abstractions, Entry Points
-- STRUCTURE.md sections: Directory Layout, Key Locations, Organization
-
-From Agent 3 output, extract:
-- CONVENTIONS.md sections: Code Style, Naming Conventions, Common Patterns, Documentation Style
-- TESTING.md sections: Framework, Structure, Coverage, Tools
-
-From Agent 4 output, extract:
-- CONCERNS.md sections: Technical Debt, Known Issues, Security, Performance, Missing
-
-**Handling missing findings:**
-
-If an agent didn't find information for a section, use placeholder:
-- "Not detected" (for infrastructure/tools that may not exist)
-- "Not applicable" (for patterns that don't apply to this codebase)
-- "No significant concerns" (for CONCERNS.md if codebase is clean)
-
-Continue to write_documents.
-</step>
-
-<step name="write_documents">
-Write all 7 codebase documents using templates and agent findings.
-
-**Template filling process:**
-
-For each document:
-
-1. **Read template file** from `~/.claude/get-shit-done/templates/codebase/{name}.md`
-2. **Extract the "File Template" section** - this is the markdown code block containing the actual document structure
-3. **Fill template placeholders** with agent findings:
-   - Replace `[YYYY-MM-DD]` with current date
-   - Replace `[Placeholder text]` with specific findings from agents
-   - If agent found nothing for a section, use appropriate placeholder:
-     - "Not detected" for optional infrastructure
-     - "Not applicable" for patterns that don't fit this codebase
-     - "No significant concerns" for clean codebase areas
-4. **Write to .planning/codebase/{NAME}.md** (uppercase filename)
-
-**Example filling pattern:**
-
-Template placeholder:
+**Expected confirmation format from each agent:**
 ```
-**Primary:**
-- [Language] [Version] - [Where used: e.g., "all application code"]
+## Mapping Complete
+
+**Focus:** {focus}
+**Documents written:**
+- `.planning/codebase/{DOC1}.md` ({N} lines)
+- `.planning/codebase/{DOC2}.md` ({N} lines)
+
+Ready for orchestrator summary.
 ```
 
-Agent finding:
-```
-Found: TypeScript 5.3 used in all .ts files throughout src/
-```
+**What you receive:** Just file paths and line counts. NOT document contents.
 
-Filled result:
-```
-**Primary:**
-- TypeScript 5.3 - All application code
-```
+If any agent failed, note the failure and continue with successful documents.
 
-**Document writing order:**
-
-1. **STACK.md** (from stack.md template + Agent 1 findings)
-2. **INTEGRATIONS.md** (from integrations.md template + Agent 1 findings)
-3. **ARCHITECTURE.md** (from architecture.md template + Agent 2 findings)
-4. **STRUCTURE.md** (from structure.md template + Agent 2 findings)
-5. **CONVENTIONS.md** (from conventions.md template + Agent 3 findings)
-6. **TESTING.md** (from testing.md template + Agent 3 findings)
-7. **CONCERNS.md** (from concerns.md template + Agent 4 findings)
-
-After all documents written, continue to verify_output.
+Continue to verify_output.
 </step>
 
 <step name="verify_output">
@@ -349,10 +201,9 @@ wc -l .planning/codebase/*.md
 
 **Verification checklist:**
 - All 7 documents exist
-- No empty documents
-- Templates populated with findings
+- No empty documents (each should have >20 lines)
 
-If any checks fail, report issues to user.
+If any documents missing or empty, note which agents may have failed.
 
 Continue to commit_codebase_map.
 </step>
@@ -382,6 +233,11 @@ Continue to offer_next.
 <step name="offer_next">
 Present completion summary and next steps.
 
+**Get line counts:**
+```bash
+wc -l .planning/codebase/*.md
+```
+
 **Output format:**
 
 ```
@@ -424,11 +280,10 @@ End workflow.
 
 <success_criteria>
 - .planning/codebase/ directory created
-- 4 parallel Explore agents spawned with run_in_background=true
-- Agent prompts are specific and actionable
-- TaskOutput used to collect all agent results
-- All 7 codebase documents written using template filling
-- Documents follow template structure with actual findings
+- 4 parallel gsd-codebase-mapper agents spawned with run_in_background=true
+- Agents write documents directly (orchestrator doesn't receive document contents)
+- TaskOutput used to collect confirmations only
+- All 7 codebase documents exist
 - Clear completion summary with line counts
 - User offered clear next steps in GSD style
 </success_criteria>