Guide To Command Integration For Requirements Feedback Skill

This article aims to clarify the integration of commands within the requirements-expert plugin, specifically focusing on the requirements-feedback skill. It addresses the confusion users might face when choosing between commands and skills for different scenarios. By providing clear guidelines and a workflow overview, this guide helps users navigate the plugin's tooling more effectively, ensuring they utilize the right tool for the job.

Understanding the Requirements-Expert Plugin

The requirements-expert plugin offers a suite of tools designed to streamline the requirements management process. These tools include both commands and skills, each serving a unique purpose. To effectively use the plugin, it's crucial to understand the distinction between commands and skills and how they work together.

Commands, such as /re:review and /re:status, are typically used for automated validation and status checks. They provide quick insights into the structure, compliance, and overall status of requirements. On the other hand, skills, like the requirements-feedback skill, focus on facilitating human-driven feedback workflows. They help in collecting stakeholder feedback, running review meetings, and incorporating feedback into requirements.

To maximize the benefits of the requirements-expert plugin, users need a clear understanding of when to use each tool. This guide provides that clarity, ensuring a smoother and more efficient requirements management process.

The Need for Clarity: Commands vs. Skills

The primary challenge this article addresses is the potential confusion users face when deciding between commands and skills within the requirements-expert plugin. The plugin offers a range of tools, and while each serves a specific purpose, the distinction isn't always clear. Users may wonder:

• When should they use the /re:review command?
• When is it more appropriate to use the requirements-feedback skill?
• How do these tools complement each other?

Currently, the skill documentation mentions lifecycle commands but lacks a clear explanation of the handoff between automated validation (handled by commands like /re:review) and human-driven feedback workflows (facilitated by the requirements-feedback skill). This lack of clarity can lead to inefficient workflows and underutilization of the plugin's capabilities.

This article aims to bridge this gap by providing a comprehensive guide that outlines the scenarios best suited for each tool and how they can be integrated for a seamless requirements management process. By understanding the strengths of both commands and skills, users can optimize their workflows and achieve better outcomes.

Command Integration: A Detailed Guide

To provide a clear understanding of command integration, let's explore a detailed guide outlining specific scenarios and the recommended tools for each. This guide will help users navigate the requirements-expert plugin more effectively, ensuring they choose the right tool for each task.

| Scenario | Recommended Tool | Description | | :------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------------------------- | :-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | | Validate structure and INVEST compliance | /re:review command | This command performs automated validation, ensuring that requirements adhere to established standards like INVEST (Independent, Negotiable, Valuable, Estimable, Small, and Testable). It checks for structural issues and compliance with predefined rules. | | Collect stakeholder feedback | Requirements-feedback skill + references/feedback-techniques.md | This skill facilitates the collection of feedback from stakeholders. It leverages various feedback techniques outlined in references/feedback-techniques.md to gather valuable insights and perspectives. | | Run a feedback review meeting | Requirements-feedback skill + references/feedback-checklist.md | This skill is designed to support feedback review meetings. It incorporates a checklist from references/feedback-checklist.md to ensure that all critical aspects are covered during the review process. | | Incorporate feedback into requirements | Requirements-feedback skill + Quick Reference workflow | This skill guides the process of incorporating feedback into requirements. It integrates with a Quick Reference workflow to streamline the feedback incorporation process, ensuring that feedback is effectively addressed and integrated into the requirements. | | Check project status and hierarchy | /re:status command | This command provides an overview of the project's status and hierarchy. It offers insights into the progress of requirements management and the relationships between different requirements. |

Workflow: A recommended workflow is to first run the /re:review command for automated validation. Once the requirements have passed the automated checks, use the requirements-feedback skill for human feedback collection and incorporation. This ensures that requirements are both structurally sound and aligned with stakeholder expectations.

Workflow Integration: Combining Automation and Human Feedback

The power of the requirements-expert plugin lies in its ability to combine automated validation with human feedback. The recommended workflow is designed to leverage both commands and skills for a comprehensive requirements management process.

1. Automated Validation with /re:review: The process begins with running the /re:review command. This command performs automated checks to ensure that the requirements adhere to established standards and guidelines. It validates the structure of the requirements and confirms their compliance with the INVEST principles. This step helps identify and address any structural issues or compliance gaps early in the process.
2. Human Feedback Collection with the Requirements-Feedback Skill: Once the requirements have passed the automated validation, the next step is to gather feedback from stakeholders using the requirements-feedback skill. This skill facilitates the collection of feedback through various techniques, ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered. Stakeholder feedback is crucial for aligning requirements with actual needs and expectations.
3. Feedback Incorporation: After collecting feedback, the requirements-feedback skill guides the process of incorporating the feedback into the requirements. This involves analyzing the feedback, identifying actionable insights, and updating the requirements accordingly. The skill integrates with a Quick Reference workflow to streamline this process, ensuring that feedback is effectively addressed and integrated.

By following this workflow, users can ensure that requirements are not only structurally sound but also aligned with stakeholder expectations, leading to more successful projects.

Alternative Approach: Enhancing the "Related Skills" Section

An alternative approach to clarifying command integration is to enhance the existing