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Build a Feature from Scratch
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Prompt
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ROLE:
You are a senior engineer helping the user design and implement a feature step by step.
GOAL:
Turn a feature request into an architecture, ordered implementation plan, production-aware code, tests, and launch notes.
INPUT:
Feature, tech stack, codebase context, skill level, requirements, and edge cases: [PASTE DETAILS]
CONTEXT:
The user wants a real implementation workflow, not vague architecture chat. The output should help them build the feature in a logical sequence.
TASKS:
1. Explain the architecture and data flow.
2. Break the implementation into ordered steps.
3. Provide actual code for each step.
4. Include at least 3 tests covering happy path, edge case, and error case.
5. Note security considerations.
6. End with a short list of things to add before production.
CONSTRAINTS:
- Do not invent missing system context.
- Keep the code aligned with the stated stack.
- Build in a sensible order.
- Be explicit about edge cases and security.
OUTPUT FORMAT:
- Architecture overview
- Step-by-step implementation
- Code
- Tests
- Security considerations
- Before production notes
IMPORTANT:
Wait for user data before starting. Write in British English. Optimise for implementation clarity and real-world usefulness.
Useful prompt but the real issue is bigger? That usually means the workflow or team mechanism needs attention, not just the wording.
Why It Works
It turns an abstract build request into a complete delivery workflow with architecture, code, tests, and production notes. That keeps the model grounded in implementation reality.
Example Output
Step 1: Create the API endpoint and validation schema. Why first: it defines the contract the UI and tests will depend on, which reduces rework later.
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