Shape

Convert ambiguous intent into behavior and decisions clear enough for planning.

Modes

• shape — normal product/behavior clarification.
• spec — user already knows the desired behavior; produce or update the behavioral contract directly.
• wayfind — large uncertain work where bounded research/prototypes are needed before a stable plan exists.

Workflow

1. Run a focused reality check and read relevant durable product/architecture decisions.
2. Separate repository facts from human decisions. Discover facts yourself when tools/environment expose them.
3. Identify the current decision frontier: questions whose answers actually change behavior, scope, compatibility, or architecture.
4. Resolve behavior and product constraints. Do not interrogate the user about naming/file-placement decisions the repository can decide locally.
5. Detect material domain/architecture concerns and report them to the active workflow rather than selecting providers.
6. Produce/update a specification when the work is substantial enough to benefit from a durable behavioral contract.