PO Requirements

Create user stories and Gherkin-formatted acceptance criteria for agile development.

1|Updated Feb 14, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/michsindlinger/specwright --skill po-requirements
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Skill: PO Requirements
Source: https://github.com/michsindlinger/specwright/tree/main/specwright/templates/skills/po-requirements
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/michsindlinger/specwright --skill po-requirements

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of defining product requirements, ensuring user stories are clear, actionable, and well-defined for development teams.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • User Story Creation: Guides the creation of user stories using the standard "Als/möchte ich/damit" format.
  • Acceptance Criteria: Helps define testable acceptance criteria using Gherkin syntax.
  • Use Case: When starting a new feature, use this Skill to systematically gather all necessary information and structure it into a complete user story with acceptance criteria, ready for the development backlog.

Quick Start

Use the PO Requirements skill to create a new user story for the feature 'User Profile Editing'.

Frequently Asked Questions about PO Requirements

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

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How do I write user stories with clear acceptance criteria for agile development?

User stories require a standard format and testable acceptance criteria to ensure agile development clarity. This Skill guides you through structured requirement gathering to produce well-defined user stories complete with Gherkin-formatted acceptance criteria.

What is the best way to format acceptance criteria using Gherkin syntax?

Gherkin syntax formats acceptance criteria into structured, testable scenarios for product owner requirements. This Skill enforces Gherkin best practices to help you define clear and actionable acceptance criteria for your development backlog.

How do I structure product owner requirements so they are ready for the development backlog?

Structuring product owner requirements involves gathering necessary information and formatting it into appropriately sized user stories. This Skill facilitates this by using guided questions to systematically translate feature ideas into complete, backlog-ready agile specifications.

Can I use this to create user stories for any new feature?

Yes, you can create user stories for any new feature by providing a brief description of the functionality. The Skill systematically gathers the necessary information and structures it into a complete user story with testable acceptance criteria.

Why do my agile user stories keep getting rejected by the development team?

Agile user stories are often rejected when they lack clear, actionable, and appropriately sized definitions. This Skill addresses this by enforcing best practices and guiding you through structured questions to ensure requirements are well-defined and testable.

Does PO Requirements support the standard Als/möchte ich/damit format for user stories?

Yes, PO Requirements supports the standard Als/möchte ich/damit format for user story creation. It guides product owners to systematically structure feature requirements using this standard alongside Gherkin acceptance criteria.