decompose

Decompose PRDs into prioritized epics and user stories with dependency mapping.

1|Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/selcukyucel/north-starr-genai --skill decompose-selcukyucel
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: decompose
Source: https://github.com/selcukyucel/north-starr-genai/tree/main/skills/decompose
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/selcukyucel/north-starr-genai --skill decompose-selcukyucel

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Breaks down large PRDs, specs, or feature briefs into actionable epics and user stories with clear dependencies to drive backlog planning.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured PRD scoping and decomposition into prioritized epics and stories.
  • Dependency mapping and story-map generation that feeds a persistent backlog pipeline.
  • Output artifacts including a PRD plan and a story map for downstream planning.

Quick Start

Break down a provided PRD into a formal story map with dependencies by running the decomposition workflow on the PRD document.

Frequently Asked Questions about decompose

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I break down a large PRD into actionable epics and user stories?▼

To break down a large PRD into epics and user stories, you run a structured decomposition workflow that scopes the document and generates a formal story map with dependency mapping. This process translates large feature briefs into a persistent backlog pipeline.

What is story mapping in backlog planning?▼

Story mapping in backlog planning is the process of structuring large product specifications into prioritized epics and user stories. It generates a visual story map artifact that organizes dependencies and feeds downstream backlog pipelines.

Can I use a feature brief that is too large for a single analysis to generate a story map?▼

Yes, you can use a large feature brief to generate a story map. The decomposition workflow is specifically designed to process feature briefs that are too large for a single analysis by applying structured input validation and scoping to map out all dependencies.

How do I map dependencies when decomposing product specifications into epics?▼

To map dependencies when decomposing product specifications, the workflow validates the structured input and translates it into a PRD plan. It automatically identifies and maps relationships between the newly generated epics and user stories for the backlog pipeline.

What is the best way to create a persistent backlog pipeline from a PRD?▼

The best way to create a persistent backlog pipeline from a PRD is to use a repeatable decomposition process that outputs structured artifacts. It generates a formal PRD plan and a story map with prioritized epics to drive continuous backlog planning.