# Epic Generation

> Epic Generation

- Skill: `a5c-ai/epic-generation` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add a5c-ai/epic-generation`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/a5c-ai/epic-generation/raw
- Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS)
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: a5c-ai (https://skillmd.com/u/a5c-ai)
- Updated: 2026-08-19
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/a5c-ai/epic-generation

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# Epic Generation

Transform PRD into a technical implementation plan with architecture decisions and dependency mapping.

## Agent
Architect - `architect`

## Workflow
1. Parse PRD and extract structured requirements
2. Define architecture decisions with ADR format
3. Specify technology approach and stack choices
4. Map internal, external, and cross-team dependencies
5. Assemble complete epic document
6. Validate epic covers all PRD requirements

## Inputs
- `projectName` - Project name
- `featureName` - Feature identifier
- `prd` - Finalized PRD from Phase 1
- `existingCodebase` - Codebase analysis for brownfield (optional)

## Outputs
- Epic document with architecture, tech approach, dependencies
- Architecture Decision Records (ADRs)
- Dependency graph
- Validation report

## Process Files
- `ccpm-epic-planning.js` - Standalone epic planning
- `ccpm-orchestrator.js` - Phase 2 of full lifecycle