prd-taskmaster

prd-taskmaster automates product requirements documentation by conducting discovery interviews, generating graded PRDs, and compiling them into dependency-ordered task graphs. The engine enforces deterministic completion through evidence-gated execution and a structural `SHIP_CHECK_OK` token that proves tasks are genuinely done, not just claimed. It works with Claude, Codex, and Gemini across separate quota pools, and optionally integrates with TaskMaster backends while remaining backend-neutral via persistent `tasks.json` files. Teams use it to eliminate placeholder specs, reduce manual task coordination, and achieve cost-efficient execution by routing work to the cheapest capable model.

1. **Prepare Inputs**: Gather feature name, short description, user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical constraints in a single document or bullet points. 2. **Run the Prompt**: Paste the prompt template into Claude/ChatGPT, replacing [PLACEHOLDERS] with your specific details. Include as much context as possible for better results. 3. **Review & Refine**: Use the generated PRD as a starting point. Edit sections like 'Open Questions' or 'Dependencies' to match your team's workflow. 4. **Generate Taskmaster Issue**: Copy the GitHub issue template snippet and paste it into your Taskmaster board to create a new issue linked to the PRD. 5. **Integrate with Claude Code**: Save the PRD markdown file directly into your project's `/docs` folder using Claude Code's file operations, then link it in your Taskmaster issue. **Tips**: - For complex features, break down user stories into smaller, actionable items before generating the PRD. - Include links to design mockups or existing documentation in the 'Overview' section to provide additional context. - Use the 'Open Questions' section to flag blockers early for your team's sprint planning.