Is hard-coding allowed during this phase?

Yes, hard-coding and simplification are encouraged in the MVP phase if they help you validate core logic and design assumptions faster.

What is the primary purpose of the MVP stage in this workflow?

The primary purpose is to prioritize functionality over perfection to quickly validate design hypotheses and identify technical blockers early in the process.

Do I need to complete previous steps before using this skill?

Yes, this skill requires the outputs from steps 0 through 4 (Problem Definition, Goals, Requirements, Design, and Task Breakdown) to ensure a solid foundation for implementation.

How does this skill handle design changes found during coding?

The skill prompts you to record any necessary design modifications in the 5-mvp.md file and encourages updating the stage 3 design documents to maintain consistency.

ThinkBeforeCode MVP Validator

Name: ThinkBeforeCode MVP Validator
Author: cafaddict

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生产力与工作流

Validates design hypotheses through rapid MVP implementation and spike testing to prevent understanding debt.

This skill facilitates the critical fifth stage of the 'Think Before You Code' methodology, focusing on rapid prototyping and minimal functional implementation. It guides developers through defining a strict MVP scope, identifying technical uncertainties, and executing 'Spikes' to test architectural assumptions before full-scale development. By enforcing documentation of findings and design pivots in real-time, it ensures that technical debt is minimized and that the implementation aligns perfectly with previously defined goals and requirements.

主要功能

01Structured MVP scope definition including inclusions and exclusions

02Dependency checking to ensure prerequisites from stages 0-4 are met

03Integration with research tools for pattern discovery during implementation

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05Real-time recording of unexpected technical issues and design modifications

06Automated tracking of design hypothesis validation and results

使用场景

01Rapidly iterating on core logic while allowing for temporary hard-coding and simplification

02Testing high-risk technical assumptions before starting full feature development

03Building minimal functional prototypes to validate complex architectural designs

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add cafaddict/cafaddict-claude-marketplace 5

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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