create-technical-spike

Generate time-boxed technical spike documentation as a markdown file.

Updated Mar 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tamago0224/kuroshio-mta --skill create-technical-spike-tamago0224
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: create-technical-spike
Source: https://github.com/tamago0224/kuroshio-mta/tree/main/.agents/skills/create-technical-spike
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tamago0224/kuroshio-mta --skill create-technical-spike-tamago0224

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Teams often stall because critical technical questions remain unanswered before coding starts, leading to wasted effort and design rework. This Skill provides a ready-made template to create concise, time‑boxed technical spike documents that capture research goals, plans, and outcomes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Template: Generates a markdown file with predefined sections for objective, research questions, investigation plan, and decision.
  • Category‑Based Organization: Places the spike in a configurable folder (default docs/spikes) using a clear naming convention.
  • Rapid Documentation: Enables product managers, engineers, and architects to quickly document and share research findings, keeping projects moving forward.

Quick Start

Ask the create-technical-spike skill to draft a performance spike titled “Low‑latency audio processing” in the docs/spikes folder.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-technical-spike

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a technical spike document for software development decisions?

To create a technical spike document, provide the spike title, category, priority, timebox, and owner inputs to generate a structured markdown file. This file captures research goals, investigation plans, and outcomes for critical development decisions.

What is a time-boxed technical spike and when do I need one?

A time-boxed technical spike is a structured research document used to resolve critical technical questions before coding starts. You need one when a team stalls on unanswered technical issues that risk causing wasted effort and design rework.

How do I structure research questions for a technical spike?

Research questions for a technical spike are structured using a predefined markdown template that includes sections for the objective, research questions, investigation plan, and decision. This ensures concise documentation of research findings.

Can I organize technical spike documentation into specific project folders?

Yes, technical spike documentation is placed in a configurable folder, defaulting to docs/spikes, using a clear naming convention. This category-based organization helps product managers and engineers quickly document and share research findings.

What's the best way to document research findings for a performance spike?

The best way to document research findings for a performance spike is using a time-boxed markdown template that captures the objective, investigation plan, and decision. This enables rapid documentation and keeps projects moving forward.