Learn to transform a simple application idea into a professional-grade development blueprint. This workflow guides you through using Claude to generate detailed user stories, define system architecture, and create a phased rollout plan without writing any code.
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Start by outlining your application idea in a text document. Describe the problem you're solving, the complete user journey, and the key features you envision, such as participant registration, service selection, and any unique concepts like a digital 'Impact Passport'.
Feed your detailed document into Claude. Treat it like a product manager by clearly stating your goals, target users, and any technical constraints, such as specifying that the application should be built on a platform like Replit.
Ask Claude to break down the application's functionality into user stories for different roles. Prompt it to consider various user types, such as system administrators, local event administrators, and end-users, to ensure comprehensive coverage.
As a system admin, I want to be able to see all data across all churches, but as a local church admin, I only want to see data for my own church.Prompt Claude to outline a suitable technical architecture. For example, ask it to design a multi-tenant system with role-based access control to manage different permission levels for various user roles.
Instruct Claude to propose a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) containing only the core, essential features. Then, ask it to create a phased development plan for introducing more advanced features over time.
Go beyond features by asking Claude to define important non-functional requirements. This includes critical aspects like data security, user privacy, and system performance to ensure the application is robust and reliable.
Carefully review all the artifacts generated by Claude, including user stories and technical plans. Make any necessary tweaks or clarifications to ensure the final blueprint accurately reflects your vision and is ready for the development phase.
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