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sdlc-platform-engineering

Create internal developer portals with Backstage-style catalogs and templates.

Updated Jun 5, 2026
Search Tags:#self-service#platform-engineering#backstage#service-catalog#dora-metrics#internal-dev-platform#golden-paths
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dinoudon/sdlc-skills --skill sdlc-platform-engineering
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sdlc-platform-engineering
Source: https://github.com/dinoudon/sdlc-skills/tree/main/full/sdlc-platform-engineering
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dinoudon/sdlc-skills --skill sdlc-platform-engineering

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Platform engineering treats internal infrastructure as a product, reducing cognitive load on developers and accelerating delivery by providing a unified developer experience and standardized tooling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Internal Developer Portal (IDP) with Backstage-style catalog and templates
  • Golden paths, paved roads, and service catalogs to standardize patterns
  • Self-service infrastructure and templated pipelines
  • Template repos, secrets management, environment management
  • Platform metrics and governance (SPACE, DORA) for developer productivity

Quick Start

Create a minimal internal developer portal using Backstage and define your first golden path.

Frequently Asked Questions about sdlc-platform-engineering

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up a Backstage service catalog for internal developer platform management?▼

To set up a Backstage service catalog for internal developer platform management, use this Skill to define catalog entities, templated pipelines, and standardized golden paths that reduce cognitive load and unify your developer experience.

What are golden paths in platform engineering and when do I need them?▼

Golden paths in platform engineering are standardized, paved-road templates for building services. You need them to accelerate delivery, enforce governance, and provide a unified developer experience across your engineering teams.

Can I track DORA and SPACE metrics to measure developer productivity in an internal dev platform?▼

Yes, you can track DORA and SPACE metrics to measure developer productivity within an internal dev platform. This Skill supports platform metrics and governance to help you monitor delivery performance and developer well-being.

How do I create self-service infrastructure and environment management with Backstage templates?▼

Create self-service infrastructure using Backstage templates to define standardized pipelines, manage secrets, and handle environment configurations. This turns your internal infrastructure into a product with paved roads for developers.

Does this platform engineering approach work for secrets management and template repos across engineering teams?▼

Yes, this platform engineering approach supports secrets management and template repos across engineering teams. It streamlines internal developer platforms by providing self-service infrastructure and standardized tooling to boost productivity.

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