Can I use it for just database designs?

Yes, by using the --data flag, you can focus the skill specifically on creating detailed data models, entity relationships, and database schemas.

What is the main purpose of the specify skill?

It transforms high-level design documents into granular, developer-ready technical specifications to ensure implementation accuracy and reduce ambiguity.

Is this skill useful for existing projects?

Yes, it can be used to document legacy systems or specify new features and integrations within an established codebase to maintain documentation standards.

What output format does the skill provide?

It generates a structured Markdown specification document covering everything from functional requirements to deployment and observability plans.

Does it support API contract documentation?

Absolutely; using the --api flag generates comprehensive API contracts including endpoints, request/response bodies, and specific HTTP error codes.

Technical Specification Expert

Name: Technical Specification Expert
Author: rikdc

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Learning & Documentation

Transforms high-level designs into detailed, implementable technical specifications for developers.

The specify skill acts as a bridge between conceptual architecture and actual implementation by converting high-level designs into precise, unambiguous technical documents. It generates structured specifications covering functional requirements, API contracts, data models, security considerations, and observability needs. This is an essential tool for engineering teams looking to reduce development ambiguity, ensure consistent standards across services, and provide clear implementation roadmaps for complex features.

Key Features

01Specifies complex integration points with external services including retry logic and circuit breakers.

02Generates detailed API contracts including endpoints, request/response schemas, and error codes.

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04Converts high-level design documents into structured, granular technical specifications.

05Defines robust data models and database schemas with relationships, constraints, and migration strategies.

06Outlines comprehensive testing strategies and observability requirements for production-ready code.

Use Cases

01Standardizing API design and documentation across microservices architectures.

02Specifying data models and security protocols for new system components.

03Converting product requirement documents into technical blueprints for engineering teams.

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add rikdc/claude_code_template specify

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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