Specification Creation FAQs

Question 1

When should I use the Specification Creation skill?

Accepted Answer

You should invoke this skill whenever you start a new feature, describe a user need, or say 'I want to build something.' It is the entry point for the Specification-First Development workflow, turning vague ideas into structured requirements.

Question 2

How does the 'Quality Gate' phase benefit my project?

Accepted Answer

The Quality Gate assesses your input across five dimensions (clarity, value, completeness, tech-agnosticism, and user-centricity). This prevents the AI from proceeding with vague or underspecified requirements, saving time by forcing clarity upfront.

Question 3

What is the Specification Creation skill for Claude Code?

Accepted Answer

The Specification Creation skill is a specialized capability that generates technology-agnostic feature specifications. It uses intelligence-first queries to capture the 'what' and 'why' of a feature, ensuring requirements are clear and quality-gated before any code is written.

Question 4

What does 'technology-agnostic' mean in this context?

Accepted Answer

It means the specification focuses entirely on the problem and user needs rather than specific technical implementations like 'use React' or 'create a SQL table.' This ensures the specification remains valid even if your tech stack or architecture changes during planning.

Question 5

Does this skill automate the transition to coding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Once a specification is generated and saved, the skill automatically invokes the /plan command. This triggers a chain that creates implementation plans, generates specific tasks, and runs audits, moving you from an idea to a ready-to-implement state seamlessly.

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