use-case-writer
Claude AI skill for generating Karl Wiegers 13-field use case specs.
Scope, analyze, and document IIBA-compliant use cases in Markdown.
This repository provides a Claude AI skill designed for business analysts and product owners to write structured use case specifications. It enforces rigorous scoping rules and generates English Markdown following the Karl Wiegers template.
What it is
The tool uses progressive disclosure, loading a core workflow file into Claude while keeping reference guides for templates, writing styles, and a 20-point quality checklist separate. It operates in four modes, allowing you to write new specs, split features into use lists, refine existing content, or target specific sections.
Who it's for
It suits technical product managers and IT business analysts who want to standardise their requirements documentation using Claude. It does not suit teams looking for a visual drag-and-drop requirements management UI or non-technical stakeholders unfamiliar with Markdown.
Key features
Sequential Workflow Gates
Generates use cases section by section with confirmation steps to catch scoping errors early.
Cockburn Scoping Rules
Applies goal levels, system boundaries, and the coffee-break test before writing begins.
20-Point Checklist
Auto-runs a validation check on every generated use case before handover.
Bilingual Interaction
Chat in Vietnamese or English while producing the final artifact in English Markdown.
Up and running in 3 steps
Our honest verdict
What's great
- Enforces industry-standard 13-field Karl Wiegers template formatting
- Includes built-in identification techniques for breaking down large features
- Progressive disclosure design keeps Claude context usage efficient
- Provides complete EdTech reference examples for training
Where it falls short
- Requires manual cloning and placement into local Claude skills directories
- Dependent on Claude's context window and generation accuracy
- Produces output solely in English Markdown
Pricing & license
Free under its open source licence, with no paid hosted option mentioned in the repository. The only cost is your time and any subscription fees required to access Claude.
Open remote AI-training roles
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Alternatives
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FAQ
How do I install the skill globally?
Clone the repository into your user-level skills directory at ~/.claude/skills/ba-zone-use-case-writer on Mac or Linux, or %USERPROFILE%.claudeskillsba-zone-use-case-writer on Windows.
What output format does the skill generate?
It outputs English Markdown structured around the 13-field Karl Wiegers and IIBA style template.
Can I interact with the skill in languages other than English?
Yes, you can chat in Vietnamese or English, and the skill will still output the final use case artifact in English.
