Can I use this for existing projects?

Yes, as long as you have requirements documented in Markdown or YAML, you can use this skill to generate architecture designs that align with those existing specs.

Does this skill automatically generate code?

No, this skill focuses on architectural design. It produces high-level blueprints, schemas, and documentation that guide developers during the coding phase.

What is requirement traceability in this context?

Requirement traceability is the practice of linking every technical component, API endpoint, and data model back to a specific functional or business requirement, ensuring every design choice has a clear justification.

How does it handle non-functional requirements?

The skill specifically references non-functional requirements, such as security protocols and performance benchmarks, and incorporates them into the component and API design constraints.

When should I use this skill?

This skill should be used during the design phase of the software development lifecycle, specifically after requirements are validated but before the actual implementation or coding begins.

Design with Traceability

Name: Design with Traceability
Author: foolishimp

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Transforms validated requirements into comprehensive technical architecture with strict requirement-to-artifact mapping.

Design with Traceability is a specialized architectural skill that bridges the gap between high-level requirements and technical implementation. By scanning requirement directories, it systematically generates component designs, API contracts, and data schemas while tagging every artifact with requirement keys (REQ-*). This ensures that every piece of the technical solution is justified by a specific business or functional need, creating a robust audit trail and a clear blueprint for developers. It is ideal for teams working in regulated environments or complex systems where maintaining alignment between product specs and system architecture is critical for long-term maintainability.

Key Features

01Automated requirement discovery and mapping across MD and YAML files

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03API contract design including request/response schemas and validation rules

04Data model generation with entity relationships and constraint mapping

05Automated traceability matrix creation for audit and compliance readiness

06Detailed component architecture with defined responsibilities and dependencies

Use Cases

01Architecting new system features from validated product requirement documents

02Standardizing the transition from business logic to technical design in the SDLC

03Generating technical documentation for industries requiring strict compliance and audit trails

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add foolishimp/ai_sdlc_method design-with-traceability

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