The 9D Framework provides a structured methodology for shipping software features by guiding Claude through nine distinct stages: Discovery, Definition, Design, Development, Documentation, Delivery, Data, Debrief, and Deprecation. This skill helps developers and product managers maintain consistency, ensure rigorous technical planning, validate user needs, and manage the full lifecycle of a feature, including the often-overlooked stages of post-launch data analysis and eventual sunsetting. By implementing this framework, teams can ensure that every feature is well-defined, safely deployed, and properly measured for success.
Key Features
01Structured gate criteria for each development phase
02Integrated post-launch analysis and team debrief workflows
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04End-to-end lifecycle management from ideation to deprecation
05Automated generation of discovery briefs and technical specs
06Guided deprecation planning for safe feature retirement
