workflow-spec-writer

Convert backlog items into PR-ready AI development workflow specs.

9|Updated Feb 22, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/lhpaul/ai-dev-framework-template --skill workflow-spec-writer
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Skill: workflow-spec-writer
Source: https://github.com/lhpaul/ai-dev-framework-template/tree/main/.codex/skills/workflow-spec-writer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lhpaul/ai-dev-framework-template --skill workflow-spec-writer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Draft and maintain clear, production-ready feature specs for AI development workflows, reducing ambiguity and back-and-forth during backlog transitions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate concise feature specs from backlog items
  • Enforce alignment with repository workflow protocols and references
  • Support tracker-backed briefs with required sections (Brief Objective List, Coverage Matrix, Deferral Notes)

Quick Start

Apply the workflow-spec-writer protocol to draft the next feature spec for the current backlog item.

Frequently Asked Questions about workflow-spec-writer

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

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How do I convert backlog items into production-ready feature specs?

To convert backlog items into production-ready feature specs, apply the workflow-spec-writer protocol to extract core objectives, constraints, acceptance criteria, and reviewer notes, generating a concise, PR-ready document.

What is the best way to draft AI development workflow specs with repository protocols?

Drafting AI development workflow specs requires enforcing alignment with repository protocols and references in docs/workflow/development-workflow/protocols, ensuring your feature briefs maintain required sections like Brief Objective List and Coverage Matrix.

Does this spec drafting protocol support tracker-backed briefs?

Yes, the spec drafting protocol supports tracker-backed briefs by automatically extracting required sections such as Brief Objective List, Coverage Matrix, and Deferral Notes to ensure complete backlog transition tracking.

Can I use this to generate PR-ready specs directly from a development backlog?

Yes, you can generate PR-ready specs directly from a development backlog by applying the protocol to scope operations specifically for AI development workflows, reducing ambiguity and back-and-forth during transitions.

What sections are required when drafting workflow specs from tracker-backed briefs?

Required sections when drafting workflow specs from tracker-backed briefs include the Brief Objective List, Coverage Matrix, and Deferral Notes, ensuring all core objectives and constraints are captured for reviewer notes.

Why should I use a dedicated protocol for drafting AI workflow specs?

Using a dedicated protocol for drafting AI workflow specs ensures adherence to repository protocols and references, reducing ambiguity and back-and-forth by extracting core objectives, constraints, and acceptance criteria into a concise document.