cmd-product-scope-review

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

2|Updated Jan 3, 2026
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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.