prd-to-issues

Convert a PRD into dependency-ordered GitHub issues with vertical slices.

Updated Apr 15, 2026

Search Tags:#planning #prd #product-management #issue-creation #github-issues #vertical-slices

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npx skills add https://github.com/dgowrie/claude-workflows --skill prd-to-issues-dgowrie

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Skill: prd-to-issues
Source: https://github.com/dgowrie/claude-workflows/tree/main/skills/prd-to-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dgowrie/claude-workflows --skill prd-to-issues-dgowrie

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Breaks down a PRD into independently-grabbable GitHub issues to enable parallel planning and cross-functional delivery.

Core Features & Use Cases

End-to-end vertical slices: create thin issues that cover schema, API, UI, and tests.
HITL / AFK tagging: designate slices that require human oversight or can be implemented autonomously.
Dependency-aware sequencing: order issues so blockers are resolved before dependent work.

Quick Start

Convert a PRD into a set of tracer-bullet GitHub issues.

Frequently Asked Questions about prd-to-issues

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I break down a PRD into GitHub issues for parallel planning?▼

Breaking down a PRD into GitHub issues involves converting the document into independent, end-to-end vertical slices that span schema, API, UI, and tests to enable cross-functional delivery.

What is the best way to create vertical slices from a product requirements document?▼

The best way to create vertical slices from a product requirements document is applying tracer-bullet slicing to generate thin issues that cover schema, API, UI, and tests for cross-functional teams.

Does this PRD to issue conversion method support dependency-aware sequencing?▼

Dependency-aware sequencing is supported by ordering issues so blockers are resolved before dependent work begins in your GitHub repository.

How do I tag GitHub issues for autonomous work versus human oversight?▼

Tagging GitHub issues for autonomous work versus human oversight uses HITL and AFK tagging, designating which slices require human intervention or can be implemented independently.

Do I need a specific PRD format to generate dependency-ordered GitHub issues?▼

A specific PRD format is not required, but you must provide a PRD in context to generate dependency-ordered GitHub issues using the tracer-bullet slicing methodology.