using-pm-team

Plan feature development through structured pre-dev workflows with research-first gates.

205|26|Updated Oct 30, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/LerianStudio/ring --skill using-pm-team
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Skill: using-pm-team
Source: https://github.com/LerianStudio/ring/tree/main/pm-team/skills/using-pm-team
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/LerianStudio/ring --skill using-pm-team

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

10 pre-dev workflow skills + 3 research agents organized into Small Track (4 gates, <2 days) and Large Track (9 gates, 2+ days) for systematic feature planning with research-first approach.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pre-dev planning with Gate 0 research, PRD creation, and TRD development
  • Structured outputs: research.md, PRD.md, TRD.md, tasks.md, subtasks/
  • Parallel research and cross-team coordination

Quick Start

Start a pre-dev flow for a feature: /pre-dev-full feature-name or /pre-dev-feature feature-name.

Frequently Asked Questions about using-pm-team

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a feature planning workflow before development starts?

Pre-dev planning organizes feature initiatives through a structured workflow: Gate 0 research establishes feasibility, PRD captures functional requirements, TRD defines technical approach, API design specifies contracts, data modeling covers schema, dependency mapping identifies blockers, and task breakdown creates execution units. Small Track completes this in <2 days; Large Track in 2+ days with 9 gates and parallel research.

What artifacts and outputs does a pre-dev planning process produce?

Pre-dev workflow generates research.md documenting discovery findings, PRD.md for feature requirements, TRD.md for technical decisions, API.md specifying endpoints and contracts, data-model.md defining schema, dependencies.md mapping external integrations, tasks.md for work units, and subtasks/ directory for granular execution items.

When should I use a Small Track versus Large Track for feature planning?

Small Track (4 gates, <2 days) suits straightforward features with minimal cross-team coordination and research needs. Large Track (9 gates, 2+ days) handles complex initiatives requiring extensive research, cross-functional reviews, API design iteration, data modeling depth, and orchestrated dependency resolution across multiple teams.

Can I use pre-dev planning for features requiring research and API design?

Yes. The workflow includes Gate 0 research with research agents for discovery, dedicated API design phase producing API.md contracts, and structured review gates ensuring research quality and technical feasibility before task execution begins.

What's the difference between PRD and TRD in feature planning?

PRD (Product Requirements Document) captures what the feature does—functional goals, user problems, and acceptance criteria. TRD (Technical Requirements Document) defines how to build it—architectural decisions, technology choices, data schema, and API contracts. Both are gate outputs ensuring alignment between product and engineering.

How does dependency mapping help in pre-dev planning?

Dependency mapping identifies external integrations, service blockers, and cross-team prerequisites required for feature completion. This artifact surfaces risks early, enables parallel planning across teams, and informs task sequencing and time estimation before development begins.