design

Translate research evidence into RFCs, PRDs, and design artifacts.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/jdwalle/expedite-plugin --skill design-jdwalle
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Skill: design
Source: https://github.com/jdwalle/expedite-plugin/tree/main/skills/design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jdwalle/expedite-plugin --skill design-jdwalle

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Translating scattered research and stakeholder input into concrete design decisions is slow and error-prone; this skill provides a structured, auditable workflow to generate RFCs, PRDs, and related design artifacts from evidence.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Synthesize research evidence into design documents (RFC/PRD) with traceable decisions.
  • Coordinate cross-phase orchestration for scope, research, design, and planning gates using automated checkpoints.
  • Use cases include creating design artifacts for product and engineering teams, and establishing governance-ready design workflows.

Quick Start

Generate a design document from the current synthesis and scope inputs.

Frequently Asked Questions about design

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I translate research evidence into actionable design decisions?

To translate research evidence into actionable design decisions, the skill synthesizes findings into structured documentation like RFCs and PRDs. It ensures every design choice traces back to specific research evidence for auditable quality.

What is the best way to generate a PRD from scattered stakeholder input?

Generating a PRD from stakeholder input is streamlined by structuring the data through cross-phase orchestration. The skill coordinates scope, research, and design phases, automatically applying gate-based quality checks to produce traceable PRDs.

How does a gate-based quality check work for design documents?

Gate-based quality checks work by enforcing automated checkpoints across scope, research, design, and plan phases. This mechanism ensures that design artifacts and RFCs meet governance-ready standards before progressing to the next workflow stage.

Can I use this agent workflow to create RFCs for engineering teams?

Yes, you can use this agent workflow to create RFCs for engineering teams. It generates design artifacts and documentation that integrate with the Expedite agent workflow, ensuring cross-phase orchestration and auditable state management.

Do I need prior research data to start the design lifecycle orchestration?

You need prior research data or stakeholder input to start the design lifecycle orchestration effectively. The skill translates existing evidence into concrete design documents, making synthesized research a prerequisite for generating traceable RFCs and PRDs.