workflow-spec-writer

Convert backlog items into PR-ready AI development workflow specs.

9|Updated Feb 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lhpaul/ai-dev-framework-template --skill workflow-spec-writer
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Skill: workflow-spec-writer
Source: https://github.com/lhpaul/ai-dev-framework-template/tree/main/.codex/skills/workflow-spec-writer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lhpaul/ai-dev-framework-template --skill workflow-spec-writer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Draft and maintain clear, production-ready feature specs for AI development workflows, reducing ambiguity and back-and-forth during backlog transitions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate concise feature specs from backlog items
  • Enforce alignment with repository workflow protocols and references
  • Support tracker-backed briefs with required sections (Brief Objective List, Coverage Matrix, Deferral Notes)

Quick Start

Apply the workflow-spec-writer protocol to draft the next feature spec for the current backlog item.

Frequently Asked Questions about workflow-spec-writer

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

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How do I convert backlog items into production-ready feature specs?▼

To convert backlog items into production-ready feature specs, apply the workflow-spec-writer protocol to extract core objectives, constraints, acceptance criteria, and reviewer notes, generating a concise, PR-ready document.

What is the best way to draft AI development workflow specs with repository protocols?▼

Drafting AI development workflow specs requires enforcing alignment with repository protocols and references in docs/workflow/development-workflow/protocols, ensuring your feature briefs maintain required sections like Brief Objective List and Coverage Matrix.

Does this spec drafting protocol support tracker-backed briefs?▼

Yes, the spec drafting protocol supports tracker-backed briefs by automatically extracting required sections such as Brief Objective List, Coverage Matrix, and Deferral Notes to ensure complete backlog transition tracking.

Can I use this to generate PR-ready specs directly from a development backlog?▼

Yes, you can generate PR-ready specs directly from a development backlog by applying the protocol to scope operations specifically for AI development workflows, reducing ambiguity and back-and-forth during transitions.

What sections are required when drafting workflow specs from tracker-backed briefs?▼

Required sections when drafting workflow specs from tracker-backed briefs include the Brief Objective List, Coverage Matrix, and Deferral Notes, ensuring all core objectives and constraints are captured for reviewer notes.

Why should I use a dedicated protocol for drafting AI workflow specs?▼

Using a dedicated protocol for drafting AI workflow specs ensures adherence to repository protocols and references, reducing ambiguity and back-and-forth by extracting core objectives, constraints, and acceptance criteria into a concise document.