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writer-prime-directivesPRIME DIRECTIVES — extracted from roles.json deepPrompt for writer

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Daniel NikulshynReviewed by Daniel Nikulshyn·Updated July 2026

Overview

PRIME DIRECTIVES is a skill extracted from the writer role's deepPrompt. It encodes a set of guidelines for writing documentation, originally embedded in the writer role's deepPrompt. The directives aim to help writers create high-quality documentation by following a set of principles. These principles include identifying the reader, determining the document type, and prioritizing clarity and precision. The directives also emphasize the importance of working code and clear section delineation. The skill is intended to be used by writers to ensure consistency and quality in their documentation.

Key features

  • Identifies reader and document type
  • Preserves imperative voice and structure
  • Prioritizes working code and clarity

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Use cases

Writing tutorials

PRIME DIRECTIVES can be used to guide writers in creating clear and concise tutorials that effectively communicate complex information to their target audience.

Creating reference documentation

The skill can help writers create well-structured reference documentation that is easy to navigate and understand.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Encourages clear and concise writing
  • Helps writers identify their target audience
  • Promotes consistency in documentation style

Cons

  • May be restrictive for experienced writers
  • Requires careful consideration of document type and structure

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Q&A

What are the main constraints or downsides of using PRIME DIRECTIVES?

While it promotes consistency and clarity, the skill can feel restrictive for experienced writers because it enforces a specific imperative voice, fixed numbering, and strict document‑type rules, requiring careful consideration of structure.

Asked by Kwabena Asante · Jun 4, 2026

How does the skill ensure the writer identifies the target reader?

The directives mandate that the writer identifies the reader before the first word of the document, using the reader’s technical level, goal, and context to drive all structural and stylistic decisions.

Asked by Tatiana Popescu · May 15, 2026

What document types does PRIME DIRECTIVES support and how are they separated?

PRIME DIRECTIVES requires each document to be classified as exactly one type—tutorial, how‑to guide, reference, or explanation. If multiple types are needed, they must be split into distinct sections with clear delineation.

Asked by Ximenez Alvarado · Mar 30, 2026

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