governor

Enforce project tier constraints to prevent over-engineering in AI-assisted development.

Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jtucker9/mystuff --skill governor-jtucker9
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Skill: governor
Source: https://github.com/jtucker9/mystuff/tree/main/skills/governor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jtucker9/mystuff --skill governor-jtucker9

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps teams maintain scope discipline by automatically validating project ideas against defined tier rules and preventing over-engineering.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Tier determination based on project context and user input.
  • Constraint enforcement to ensure work stays within the selected tier.
  • Violation reporting and guidance to help users adjust scope.
  • Override handling with governance advice when necessary.

Quick Start

Assess the current project idea and apply governor constraints to determine the appropriate tier.

Frequently Asked Questions about governor

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I prevent scope creep and over-engineering in AI-assisted development?

To prevent scope creep, you apply project tier constraints during early planning and feasibility checks. This governance mechanism validates ideas against defined rules for Prototype, MVP, and Production scenarios to ensure work stays within the selected tier.

How do I determine the correct project tier for early project planning?

Project tier determination works by assessing the current project context and user input against defined tier rules. The system evaluates your early planning ideas to classify them appropriately as Prototype, MVP, or Production scenarios.

What happens when a project violates tier constraints during scope discussions?

When tier constraint violations occur during scope discussions, the system generates violation reports and provides guidance to help users adjust scope. It also offers override handling with governance advice when necessary to maintain project discipline.

Can I override project tier rules if my feasibility check requires out-of-scope features?

Yes, you can override project tier rules during feasibility checks if required. The system provides override handling with governance advice to ensure that out-of-scope features are carefully managed while maintaining overall scope discipline.

When do I need to apply project governance rules for tier constraints?

You need to apply project governance rules for tier constraints during early project planning, scope discussions, and feasibility checks. This prevents over-engineering by validating ideas against defined Prototype, MVP, and Production tier rules before development begins.