qfai-sdd-refinement

To generate Software Design Document artifacts from requirement specifications, use a refinement process that performs preflight checks and bootstraps shared and slice artifacts. This ensures all foundational documents like Objectives and Capabilities are captured before spec writing begins.

SDD preflight is a validation step that determines the best input source, such as a requirement index or import-lite evidence, before generating artifacts. You need it when starting new features to enforce drift protocols and ensure a quality-first approach to AI-generated software design.

To start SDD refinement from a requirement index, initiate the preflight workflow to automatically identify the input source and generate mandatory shared and slice-specific output artifacts. This structured workflow integrates with review gates for ongoing quality assurance.

Yes, SDD refinement supports multiple input modes including requirement index, import-lite, and interview-start. These modes ensure adherence to structured workflows by automatically identifying the best available evidence source for preflight checks and artifact generation.

Automated SDD artifact generation requires strict adherence to drift protocols and integration with review gates for quality assurance. It focuses on bootstrapping foundational shared and spec layers, meaning it initiates the design structure rather than completing detailed implementation specifications.