quick-design

Name: quick-design
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Author: Negentropy-Laby

Generate Quick Design Specs for minor project changes.

3|Updated Jun 3, 2026

Search Tags:#workflow #documentation #governance #design-system #cdd #design-spec #quick-design

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npx skills add https://github.com/Negentropy-Laby/Constitution-Driven-Development --skill quick-design-negentropy-laby

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Skill: quick-design
Source: https://github.com/Negentropy-Laby/Constitution-Driven-Development/tree/main/.agents/skills/quick-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Negentropy-Laby/Constitution-Driven-Development --skill quick-design-negentropy-laby

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Creates concise Quick Design Specs to document small changes, skipping full CDD authoring when not required.

Core Features & Use Cases

Generates a compact design spec for minor changes that don't warrant a full CDD.
Outputs the spec to design/quick-specs with a kebab-case filename for traceability.
Supports quick handoffs and approvals in fast-paced development cycles.

Quick Start

Run the quick-design workflow by submitting a brief change description to generate a design spec ready for review.

Frequently Asked Questions about quick-design

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

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How do I document small project changes without writing a full design spec?▼

To document small project changes without a full design spec, use a lightweight quick-design workflow that generates a concise design spec file, skipping comprehensive documentation when only minor tweaks or additions are needed.

When should I generate a quick design spec instead of a full CDD?▼

You should generate a quick design spec instead of a full CDD when applying minor tweaks, tuning, or additions that do not warrant comprehensive authoring, especially when a system CDD already exists or the change is minor.

How do I create a design spec file for minor governance workflow tweaks?▼

To create a design spec file for minor governance workflow tweaks, submit a brief change description into the quick-design workflow, which then automatically outputs a kebab-case spec file under the design/quick-specs directory.

What input is required to generate a quick design spec for small changes?▼

Generating a quick design spec for small changes requires a brief description of the change as input, and it can reference existing project artifacts if needed to produce the design spec file.

Does a quick design spec workflow support rapid development handoffs?▼

Yes, the quick design spec workflow supports rapid development handoffs by generating compact design specifications for minor changes, enabling quick reviews and approvals in fast-paced development cycles.

Can I use quick-design for major system changes in a project?▼

You should not use quick-design for major system changes, as it is specifically built to skip full CDD authoring for minor tweaks and additions, meaning it lacks the depth required for comprehensive system modifications.