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critical-app-brief

Generate compact MVP app briefs through scope-cutting dialogue.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#MVP#brief generation#product-management#app brief#scope-cutting
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npx skills add https://github.com/Przemocny/critical-briefs --skill critical-app-brief
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Skill: critical-app-brief
Source: https://github.com/Przemocny/critical-briefs/tree/main/skills/critical-app-brief
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Przemocny/critical-briefs --skill critical-app-brief

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables product teams to transform vague business ideas and processes into focused, testable MVP app briefs through ruthless scope-cutting dialogue.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided 4-phase process: Initial understanding, critical exploration, and brief creation to crystallize a compact MVP plan.
  • Ruthless scope-cutting: Prioritizes 3-5 must-have elements and de-risks by removing non-critical features.
  • Output to app brief: Generates a structured .ideas/[idea-name]/app.md with clear hypotheses, success metrics, and implementation plan.
  • Use Case: When a founder wants to turn a vague idea into a minimal, testable MVP blueprint for development.

Quick Start

Provide your idea name and a short description of the problem. The skill will guide you through the phases and produce the app brief at .ideas/[idea-name]/app.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about critical-app-brief

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn a vague business idea into a focused MVP app brief?▼

An MVP app brief requires prioritizing 3-5 must-have features through ruthless scope-cutting dialogue. It de-risks development by removing non-critical elements and structuring hypotheses, UX, tech, execution, and success metrics into a focused plan.

What is ruthless scope-cutting in product management?▼

Ruthless scope-cutting is a product management technique that prioritizes 3-5 must-have features while removing non-critical elements. This process validates core hypotheses and de-risks the app development plan by enforcing strict focus.

How do I generate an MVP app brief with success metrics and tech requirements?▼

Generate an MVP app brief by progressing through a guided 4-phase process of understanding, exploration, and brief creation. This yields a structured markdown file containing MVP definition, UX, tech, execution requirements, and success metrics.

What is the best way to define a minimal testable app blueprint for a founder?▼

The best way to define a minimal testable app blueprint is to enforce scope-cutting dialogue that identifies core hypotheses and strips non-critical features. This creates a focused single-app MVP plan with clear implementation steps.

Where are generated MVP app briefs saved in the project directory?▼

Generated MVP app briefs are saved as structured markdown files at `.ideas/[idea-name]/app.md`. This output file organizes the MVP definition, UX, tech, execution plan, and success metrics for your project.

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