create-app-design

Generate an Application Design Document from codebase analysis.

Updated Mar 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/drhazemibclc/plate --skill create-app-design-drhazemibclc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: create-app-design
Source: https://github.com/drhazemibclc/plate/tree/main/.codex/skills/create-app-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/drhazemibclc/plate --skill create-app-design-drhazemibclc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams generate a comprehensive, aligned app design document from a codebase analysis, reducing ambiguity and miscommunication early in the project.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • End-to-end app design document covering Introduction, Core Features, User Experience, System Architecture, and Business Logic.
  • Stage-tailored guidance and workflow for Pre-MVP, MVP, Production, and Enterprise projects.
  • Interactive Q&A prompts to gather project context and align stakeholders.

Quick Start

Describe the complete app design document for the project based on the repository contents.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-app-design

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate an app design document from an existing codebase?▼

An app design document from a codebase is generated by analyzing repository contents to produce a structured .mdc file. This document covers architecture, core features, workflows, and business logic tailored to the project.

What is the best way to align stakeholders on software architecture and features?▼

Aligning stakeholders on software architecture is best achieved by generating a comprehensive design document. The Skill uses interactive Q&A prompts to gather project context, reducing ambiguity and miscommunication early in the project.

Can I create a design document for projects at different stages like Pre-MVP or Enterprise?▼

You can create a design document for Pre-MVP, MVP, Production, and Enterprise projects. The Skill provides stage-tailored guidance and workflows to ensure the blueprint matches your project's current maturity level.

How does codebase analysis translate into a business-focused design blueprint?▼

Codebase analysis translates into a business-focused design blueprint by extracting technical details and structuring them into a comprehensive document. It maps system architecture and core features directly to business workflows and stakeholder requirements.

What should be included in an application design document for software projects?▼

An application design document should include an introduction, core features, user experience, system architecture, and business logic. The Skill structures these sections into a complete .mdc document derived from your codebase.