write-a-prd
Create a PRD through user interview, codebase exploration, and module design, then store as a Backlog document. Use when user wants to write a PRD, create a product requirements document, or plan a new feature.
Best use case
write-a-prd is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Create a PRD through user interview, codebase exploration, and module design, then store as a Backlog document. Use when user wants to write a PRD, create a product requirements document, or plan a new feature.
Teams using write-a-prd should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/write-a-prd/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How write-a-prd Compares
| Feature / Agent | write-a-prd | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Create a PRD through user interview, codebase exploration, and module design, then store as a Backlog document. Use when user wants to write a PRD, create a product requirements document, or plan a new feature.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
This skill will be invoked when the user wants to create a PRD. You may skip steps if you don't consider them necessary. 1. Ask the user for a long, detailed description of the problem they want to solve and any potential ideas for solutions. 2. Explore the repo to verify their assertions and understand the current state of the codebase. 3. Interview the user relentlessly about every aspect of this plan until you reach a shared understanding. Walk down each branch of the design tree, resolving dependencies between decisions one-by-one. 4. Sketch out the major modules you will need to build or modify to complete the implementation. Actively look for opportunities to extract deep modules that can be tested in isolation. A deep module (as opposed to a shallow module) is one which encapsulates a lot of functionality in a simple, testable interface which rarely changes. Check with the user that these modules match their expectations. Check with the user which modules they want tests written for. 5. Once you have a complete understanding of the problem and solution, use the template below to write the PRD. The PRD should be stored as a Backlog document using `document_create`. <prd-template> ## Problem Statement The problem that the user is facing, from the user's perspective. ## Solution The solution to the problem, from the user's perspective. ## User Stories A LONG, numbered list of user stories. Each user story should be in the format of: 1. As an <actor>, I want a <feature>, so that <benefit> <user-story-example> 1. As a mobile bank customer, I want to see balance on my accounts, so that I can make better informed decisions about my spending </user-story-example> This list of user stories should be extremely extensive and cover all aspects of the feature. ## Implementation Decisions A list of implementation decisions that were made. This can include: - The modules that will be built/modified - The interfaces of those modules that will be modified - Technical clarifications from the developer - Architectural decisions - Schema changes - API contracts - Specific interactions Do NOT include specific file paths or code snippets. They may end up being outdated very quickly. ## Testing Decisions A list of testing decisions that were made. Include: - A description of what makes a good test (only test external behavior, not implementation details) - Which modules will be tested - Prior art for the tests (i.e. similar types of tests in the codebase) ## Out of Scope A description of the things that are out of scope for this PRD. ## Further Notes Any further notes about the feature. </prd-template>
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