decomposing-capability-to-features

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps product teams convert high-level capabilities into well-scoped feature specs. It ensures that each feature can be implemented as a vertical slice within a small number of atomic stories, enabling predictable delivery and better roadmapping.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Vertical-slice decomposition: Breaks down capabilities into significant, independently valuable features.
• 7-story discipline: Each feature is designed to be implementable in at most seven atomic stories.
• BSP-aware sequencing: Helps order features by dependencies to minimize rework.
• Use Case: Start from a capability like "User Authentication" and derive 1-3 features that collectively cover the capability, each bounded by seven stories.

Quick Start

1. Read the capability spec completely.
2. Identify a feasible vertical slice that can be implemented in ≤7 stories.
3. Create a feature spec with BSP-based numbering and a defined boundary.
4. Validate that the feature does not overlap with siblings and that the scope can grow organically.