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Scope guardrails

OpenSpec (AI programming framework) prompt to define in-scope and out-of-scope items.

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Replace highlighted brackets, then copy.

For change [feature], list in-scope items, out-of-scope items, and explicit non-goals.
How to use
  • feature - replace the bracketed field with your info
Provide (Inputs)
  • Feature
  • Constraints
Expected output (Outputs)
  • Scope list
  • Non-goals list
Tips
  • Keep non-goals explicit.
  • Avoid vague items.
  • Limit to 5 per list.
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