create-rfc

Create structured RFC documents with proposals, alternatives, criteria, and stakeholder roles.

Updated May 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wilfoz/plan_game --skill create-rfc-wilfoz
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Skill: create-rfc
Source: https://github.com/wilfoz/plan_game/tree/main/.claude/skills/create-rfc
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wilfoz/plan_game --skill create-rfc-wilfoz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the creation of detailed Request for Comments (RFC) documents, enabling teams to articulate proposals, evaluate options, and drive consensus efficiently.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured RFC Templates: Guides users through generating comprehensive RFCs with mandatory and optional sections.
  • Stakeholder Alignment: Helps define roles such as Driver, Approver, Contributors, and Informed upfront.
  • Decision Documentation: Facilitates clear articulation of background, assumptions, criteria, options, actions, and outcomes.
  • Use Case: A product team uses this Skill to document a major architecture decision, including alternatives considered and next steps, ensuring clarity for all stakeholders.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to draft an RFC for a new technology adoption by specifying the topic and key decision points.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-rfc

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a structured RFC document for technical decision-making?

To create a structured RFC document, you define the proposal's background, assumptions, evaluation criteria, options, and outcomes to capture technical changes. This ensures comprehensive documentation for informed decision-making and stakeholder alignment.

What is an RFC template used for in software engineering?

An RFC template is used to articulate proposals, evaluate alternatives, and document decision criteria for organizational or technical changes. It provides mandatory and optional sections that guide teams in capturing comprehensive proposals to drive stakeholder consensus efficiently.

How do I define stakeholder roles like Driver and Approver in a proposal?

Defining stakeholder roles involves specifying the Driver, Approver, Contributors, and Informed individuals upfront within the proposal document. This clarifies responsibilities and alignment expectations, ensuring the right people are engaged throughout the decision-making process.

What's the best way to document architecture decisions and alternatives considered?

The best way to document architecture decisions is using a structured RFC that details the background, alternatives considered, evaluation criteria, actions, and outcomes. This approach ensures clarity for all stakeholders and provides a historical record of the decision-making process.

Can I draft an RFC for new technology adoption without prior documentation experience?

Yes, you can draft an RFC for new technology adoption by specifying the topic and key decision points to the AI. The system guides you through generating comprehensive sections, capturing assumptions, criteria, and actions automatically without needing prior templates.