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Technical Spec Writer

Write technical specifications with architecture, data models, and API designs.

Time Saved

6-8 hrs → 20 min

Compared to doing it manually

Slash Command

/technical-spec-writer

Type this in Claude to run the skill

The Problem

PRDs describe what to build. Engineers need specs that describe how to build it.

What You Get

  • ✓Architecture diagram and components
  • ✓Database schema with SQL
  • ✓API endpoints with request/response examples
  • ✓Permission matrix
  • ✓Edge case documentation

How to use this skill

  1. 1Download the skill file using the button on this page
  2. 2Add the file to your .claude/skills/ folder in your project
  3. 3Type /technical-spec-writer in Claude to run the skill

Best For

PMs working closely with engineeringTechnical product managersTeams shipping backend features

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Frequently Asked Questions

A PRD defines WHAT to build and WHY (owned by Product). A technical spec defines HOW to build it — architecture, APIs, data models, dependencies (owned by Engineering). The PRD comes first.

Usually the tech lead or senior engineer who will own the implementation. Product provides the PRD as input; engineering translates it into technical approach.

Detailed enough that another engineer could implement it. Include API contracts, data schemas, system diagrams, and edge cases. But don't over-specify — leave room for implementation decisions.