PRD Template Standards

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description: ALWAYS use when creating a new PRD or modifying an existing one to ensure consistent structure and completeness. This rule enforces standardized PRD format with all required sections and proper documentation hierarchy.
globs: **/prd.md
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# PRD Template Standards

<version>1.0.0</version>

## Requirements

- Follow standardized PRD structure
- Include all required sections
- Maintain proper documentation hierarchy
- Use consistent formatting

## PRD Structure

### Required Sections

#### 1. Header
- Title: "Product Requirements Document (PRD) for {project-name}"

#### 2. Status
- Draft
- Approved

#### 3. Introduction
- Clear description of {project-name}
- Overview of the project scope
- Business context and drivers
- Target users/stakeholders

#### 4. Goals
- Clear project objectives
- Measurable outcomes
- Success criteria
- Key performance indicators (KPIs)

#### 5. Features and Requirements
- Functional requirements
- Non-functional requirements
- User experience requirements
- Integration requirements
- Compliance requirements

#### 6. Epic Structure
- At least one Epic must be defined
- Format: Epic-{N}: {Title} ({Status})
  - Status can be: Current, Future, Complete
- Only one Epic can be "Current" at a time
- Each Epic represents a major feature or functionality
- Epics must be implemented sequentially

#### 7. Story List
- Stories are organized under Epics
- Format: Story-{N}: {Description of story/task}
<note>The details of the story will be drafted later in story files</note>

#### 8. Tech Stack
- languages
- frameworks
- note: this will be further defined in more detail in the arch document>

#### 9. Future Enhancements
- Potential Epics for future consideration
- Ideas collected during Epic progression
- Prioritization guidelines
- Impact assessment

## Examples


<example type="valid">
# Product Requirements Document (PRD) for Imperial Defense Platform v2

## Status: Draft

## Introduction
The Imperial Defense Platform v2 (IDP2) is a state-of-the-art battle station designed to maintain peace and order throughout the galaxy. This project encompasses the development of a fully operational space station with unprecedented defensive capabilities. The platform will serve as both a military installation and a symbol of Imperial might.

## Goals
- Achieve 200% increase in planetary defense coverage compared to v1
- Reduce response time to rebel incursions by 75%
- Implement automated defense systems with 99.99% accuracy
- Establish capacity for housing 1.2 million Imperial personnel
- Achieve energy self-sufficiency through advanced reactor technology

## Features and Requirements
### Functional Requirements
- Automated defense grid with predictive targeting
- Quantum-encrypted communication systems
- Advanced life support systems for 1.2M personnel
- Modular construction system for rapid repairs
- AI-powered threat detection and response

### Non-functional Requirements
- 99.999% system uptime
- Sub-millisecond weapon response time
- Zero-latency internal communications
- Radiation shielding for all habitable areas
- Energy efficiency rating of 95%

## Epic Structure
Epic-1: Core Infrastructure Development (Complete)
Epic-2: Defense Systems Integration (Current)
Epic-3: Life Support and Personnel Systems (Future)
Epic-4: Command and Control Implementation (Future)

## Story List
### Epic-2: Defense Systems Integration
Story-1: Implement primary weapon targeting system
Story-2: Develop shield generator network
Story-3: Create automated defense grid control interface
Story-4: Integration of threat detection AI
Story-5: Deploy backup power distribution for weapons

## Tech Stack
- Languages: Galactic Basic C++23, QuantumScript
- Frameworks: ImperialCore, DefenseGrid Pro
- Infrastructure: HyperScale Cloud, QuantumNet
- Security: Imperial Grade Encryption (IGE) v4

## Future Enhancements
- Planet-scale tractor beam capability
- Advanced cloaking technology integration
- Expanded hangar facilities for TIE defender squadrons
- Redundant shield generator systems
- Deep space hyperspace tracking system
</example>

<example type="invalid">
Chess Game
- Add basic game
- Maybe add AI later
- Other features we might need
</example>