What are the stage-based rules in this skill?

The skill enforces different constraints based on whether a product is Pre-launch (core loop only), Post-launch (user-requested only), or in Growth Phase (churn and sharing focus).

How does it help prevent feature creep?

It identifies 'red flag' phrases like 'it would be cool' and forces users to validate demand through specific metrics, observed behavior, or 'fake it first' experiments.

How does the Roadmap Builder prioritize features?

It uses an Impact vs. Effort matrix combined with a category hierarchy that prioritizes retention and core loop features over monetization and growth tactics.

Can I use this for non-technical product decisions?

Yes. While it is a Claude Code skill, the prioritization frameworks and decision trees are applicable to any software product strategy or project management scenario.

Roadmap Builder

Name: Roadmap Builder
Author: skycruzer

byskycruzer

Productivity & Workflow

Applies a ruthless prioritization framework to guide product decisions, filter feature creep, and focus on high-impact user needs.

About

Roadmap Builder transforms Claude into a strategic product advisor that enforces a strict prioritization framework based on the Impact vs. Effort matrix. It helps teams navigate different product stages—from pre-launch core loops to growth-phase retention—by challenging feature ideas with rigorous validation questions. By detecting 'red flag' phrases and emphasizing a retention-first mindset, this skill ensures that development resources are focused on features that drive real user value rather than imaginary requirements or competitor mimicry.

Key Features

Stage-based rules for pre-launch, post-launch, and growth phases
Rigorous feature validation through 'Fake It First' and 'Core Use Case' tests
Impact vs. Effort prioritization matrix evaluation
Automated 'Red Flag' detection for scope creep and premature optimization
0 GitHub stars
Retention-first category hierarchy (Retention > Core > Monetization > Growth)

Use Cases

Challenging stakeholder requests with evidence-based decision trees
Determining the minimum viable feature set for an MVP launch
Auditing and pruning an existing product backlog to remove low-impact tasks

About

Key Features

Stage-based rules for pre-launch, post-launch, and growth phases
Rigorous feature validation through 'Fake It First' and 'Core Use Case' tests
Impact vs. Effort prioritization matrix evaluation
Automated 'Red Flag' detection for scope creep and premature optimization
0 GitHub stars
Retention-first category hierarchy (Retention > Core > Monetization > Growth)

Use Cases

Challenging stakeholder requests with evidence-based decision trees
Determining the minimum viable feature set for an MVP launch
Auditing and pruning an existing product backlog to remove low-impact tasks