brainstorming

Defining software requirements before implementation requires a structured brainstorming process that reviews project context, asks one question at a time to clarify scope, and compares design approaches to produce an approved specification.

Comparing design approaches for a new feature involves evaluating 2-3 options with clear trade-offs, recommending a preferred path forward, and producing a written design spec that undergoes a self-review before final approval.

Preventing premature coding during feature design requires enforcing a workflow that blocks implementation until constraints and design decisions are clearly defined, utilizing context review and a validated spec.

Yes, structured brainstorming applies to component design changes, feature creation, and behavior changes, requiring one-question-at-a-time clarification and written design approval before moving to implementation planning.

Yes, the design specification process supports visual brainstorming by offering browser-based mockups and diagrams when the topic would benefit from visual comparison alongside the written spec.

You should avoid using a structured brainstorming workflow for straightforward tasks that do not require creative exploration, as the one-question-at-a-time clarification and design approval process enforces strict constraints before planning.