prototype

Drive a state model manually through a throwaway terminal app.

1|Updated Jan 4, 2026
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Skill: prototype
Source: https://github.com/bossjones/boss-skills/tree/main/.claude/skills/prototype
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bossjones/boss-skills --skill prototype-bossjones

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables you to quickly prototype and validate business logic and state models by providing an interactive terminal app to manually drive the state.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • State Model Prototyping: Build a throwaway prototype for business logic and state transitions.
  • Interactive Terminal App: Manually drive state changes and explore edge cases.
  • Use Case: When you have a state machine design and need to ensure it handles edge cases before committing to the implementation.

Quick Start

Run the prototype using the command: pnpm run prototype

Frequently Asked Questions about prototype

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

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How do I prototype and validate business logic state transitions interactively?

To prototype and validate business logic state transitions interactively, run a throwaway terminal app that lets you manually drive the state model using in-memory state and a lightweight TUI for interaction.

How do I manually test a state machine design for edge cases before implementation?

You can manually test a state machine design for edge cases by launching an interactive terminal app that simulates complex state transitions, letting you explore design options and sanity-check before committing to implementation.

What is an interactive state model prototype used for in software engineering?

An interactive state model prototype is used for exploring design options, sanity-checking state machines, and simulating complex state transitions to validate business logic before writing the actual implementation.

Can I use a terminal app to simulate complex state transitions without a database?

Yes, you can use a terminal app to simulate complex state transitions without a database by relying on in-memory state and a lightweight TUI for interaction during the prototyping phase.

What is the best way to validate a state model before committing to the implementation?

The best way to validate a state model before committing to the implementation is to build a throwaway prototype terminal app that allows you to manually drive state changes and explore edge cases interactively.