How does this help with release planning?

It allows you to draw horizontal slices across the story map, grouping specific user tasks into releases based on priority and deliverable user value.

Can I export the story map to other tools?

Yes, the skill supports exporting story maps as Mermaid diagrams for visual documentation and YAML files for data portability into other project management tools.

Does this work with existing requirements?

Absolutely. It is designed to work seamlessly with requirements elicited through the /discover command, turning raw notes into a structured map.

What is a 'Walking Skeleton' in this skill?

The Walking Skeleton represents the minimum functional path through the system that allows a user to complete their core journey, serving as the foundation for your MVP.

User Story Mapper

Name: User Story Mapper
Author: melodic-software

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Collaboration Tools

Visualizes user journeys and organizes requirements into actionable release slices using Jeff Patton's User Story Mapping technique.

About

This skill implements the Jeff Patton User Story Mapping methodology within Claude Code, allowing developers and product owners to transform raw requirements into a structured visual roadmap. It helps teams identify the 'Backbone' of user activities, define a 'Walking Skeleton' for MVP development, and prioritize tasks into logical release increments. By generating Mermaid diagrams and YAML exports, it facilitates clear communication of product vision and ensures that development efforts remain aligned with the complete user experience.

Key Features

Automated Backbone identification from functional requirements
5 GitHub stars
YAML export for integration with project management tools
Definition of 'Walking Skeleton' for Minimum Viable Product (MVP) scope
Release slicing to group user tasks into deliverable increments
Visual Mermaid diagram generation for stakeholder communication

Use Cases

Visualizing complex user journeys to identify functional gaps
Defining the MVP scope for a new product or feature set
Planning release cycles by prioritizing stories based on user value

About

Key Features

Automated Backbone identification from functional requirements
5 GitHub stars
YAML export for integration with project management tools
Definition of 'Walking Skeleton' for Minimum Viable Product (MVP) scope
Release slicing to group user tasks into deliverable increments
Visual Mermaid diagram generation for stakeholder communication

Use Cases

Visualizing complex user journeys to identify functional gaps
Defining the MVP scope for a new product or feature set
Planning release cycles by prioritizing stories based on user value