writing-style

Enforce RFC 2119 requirement language in code comments and documentation.

Updated Feb 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/simpleapps-com/augur-skills --skill writing-style-simpleapps-com
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Skill: writing-style
Source: https://github.com/simpleapps-com/augur-skills/tree/main/plugins/simpleapps/skills/writing-style
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/simpleapps-com/augur-skills --skill writing-style-simpleapps-com

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill establishes clear, consistent writing standards for all forms of communication and documentation, ensuring clarity, conciseness, and adherence to best practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • RFC 2119 Compliance: Enforces standardized requirement language (MUST, SHOULD, MAY) for precise specifications.
  • Token Efficiency: Promotes concise writing, reducing cognitive load and costs for both humans and AI.
  • Audience-Specific Guidance: Tailors writing style for client-facing, developer-facing, and internal communications.
  • Use Case: Ensure all new feature specifications use consistent language for requirements and are written concisely to be easily understood by both product managers and AI assistants.

Quick Start

Apply these writing standards to the draft of the new user onboarding guide.

Frequently Asked Questions about writing-style

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I enforce RFC 2119 requirement language in technical specifications?

Enforce RFC 2119 requirement language by applying standardized terms like MUST, SHOULD, and MAY to technical specifications, ensuring precise communication of requirements and compliance levels for both human readers and AI assistants.

What is the best way to standardize writing style for code comments and team documentation?

Standardize writing style for code comments and documentation by enforcing specific rules for clarity, conciseness, and impact, which reduces cognitive load and ensures consistent communication across all development artifacts.

How do I make documentation more token-efficient for AI processing?

Make documentation token-efficient by promoting concise writing standards that reduce cognitive load and processing costs for both humans and AI, ensuring all communication is tailored for clarity and minimal redundancy.

Can I apply different documentation standards for client-facing versus developer-facing communication?

Apply different documentation standards by tailoring writing style guidance for client-facing, developer-facing, and internal communications, ensuring each audience receives appropriately framed and standardized technical content.

Why use RFC 2119 compliance for feature specifications and product requirements?

Use RFC 2119 compliance for feature specifications to establish consistent requirement language, enabling product managers and AI assistants to easily understand and process precise obligation levels across all technical documents.

What are the limitations of enforcing strict writing standards across all team communication?

Enforcing strict writing standards requires adherence to specific rules for clarity and conciseness across all formats, meaning team members must consistently apply these constraints to every audience-specific communication channel without deviation.