cmd-product-scope-review

Evaluate product scope decisions using EXPAND, SELECTIVE EXPAND, HOLD, and REDUCE modes.

2|Updated Jan 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jlaws/dotfiles --skill cmd-product-scope-review
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Skill: cmd-product-scope-review
Source: https://github.com/jlaws/dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/cmd-product-scope-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jlaws/dotfiles --skill cmd-product-scope-review

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Aligning product scope with strategic intent is hard; this Skill provides a structured, repeatable method to evaluate WHAT to build before design begins by applying four modes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Mode-driven scope analysis: EXPAND, SELECTIVE EXPAND, HOLD, and REDUCE applied to a topic to surface assumptions, constraints, risks, and trade-offs.
  • Context gathering: Detect project type, locate existing specs, and review recent history to ground decisions.
  • Decision outputs: Produce mode-specific scope representations, recommended mode, and clear next steps (e.g., go forward with MVP, pause, expand scope).

Quick Start

Provide a topic and command the four modes to generate a mode-specific scope plan with assumptions and next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about cmd-product-scope-review

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I clarify what to build for an MVP before design starts?▼

To clarify your MVP scope before design, evaluate product scope decisions using four modes (EXPAND, SELECTIVE EXPAND, HOLD, REDUCE) to surface assumptions, risks, and trade-offs. This structured method outputs a mode-specific scope representation and clear next steps.

What is the best way to evaluate product scope and feature requests?▼

Evaluating product scope is best handled by applying mode-driven analysis to feature requests, which surfaces project constraints and strategic trade-offs. This approach generates a recommended mode, key assumptions, and actionable next steps to align scope with intent.

How do I surface assumptions and risks during early-stage product brainstorming?▼

Surface assumptions and risks during early-stage brainstorming by applying structured scope analysis modes to your topic. This process grounds decisions by detecting project type and reviewing recent history to output mode-specific risks and recommended next steps.

When do I need to reduce product scope versus selectively expand it?▼

You need to reduce product scope when constraints outweigh resources, and selectively expand when targeted additions drive strategic value. Applying the four scope evaluation modes clarifies these trade-offs and outputs a recommended mode for your MVP delineation.

Can I use scope review for early-stage ideas without existing specs?▼

Yes, you can use scope review for early-stage ideas without existing specs. The process detects project type, reviews recent history, and applies the four modes to generate a mode-specific scope plan, key assumptions, and next steps from scratch.

Why does my product scope misalign with strategic intent before design?▼

Product scope misaligns with strategic intent when assumptions and trade-offs are not surfaced pre-design. Applying a structured four-mode scope evaluation clarifies what to build, ensuring your MVP delineation matches your project's strategic goals.