Vibe coding thrives on clear planning

Scattershot approaches waste time & kill productivity

Building products with AI models demands robust context

Each step feeds into the next, creating a system of clarity

Good context creation follows a rhythm:

- PRD defines the big "what" & "why"
- User stories turn vision into actionable goals
- User flows outline how users move through the experience
- Design specs bring it all to life without ambiguity

Context isn’t busywork

It’s leverage

Here’s a guide to doing it right

Step 2: Craft user stories

Turn abstract ideas into actionable tasks:

"As a [user], I want to [action] so I can [goal]"

Prompt:

"Using the provided PRD, break down the high-level goals and features into concise user stories using the format: 'As a [user], I want to [action] so that [goal].' Organize the stories under their respective epics, ensuring each story aligns with the primary goal of the epic. Each user story should clearly reflect a feature or requirement, be actionable, and directly address user needs. Cover both primary user flows and edge cases, ensuring the stories are thorough enough to guide development. Keep the stories concise, prioritizable, and aligned with the overall product goals. For example, if the PRD specifies search functionality, a story might read: 'As a user, I want to search by keyword so I can quickly find relevant results.' Optionally, verify that the user stories cover all critical areas and adjust for completeness if needed.”

Step 3: Map user flows

Define every journey:

- Entry points
- Key actions
- Outcomes

Prompt:

"Using the provided PRD and user stories, create detailed user flows that map each user type's step-by-step journey through the product. For each user story, outline how the user begins their journey, the key actions they take, and the outcomes they achieve. Ensure the flows cover all necessary interactions, decision points, transitions, and both ideal scenarios and edge cases. Clearly define how users navigate the product from start to finish to accomplish their goals, ensuring each flow aligns with the intent of the user stories. Structure the output so it can be easily translated into visual diagrams, such as flowcharts."

Step 4: Build a design spec

Prioritize clarity in:

- Layouts
- UX copy
- Interaction states

Prompt:

"Using the PRD, user flows, and user stories, write a comprehensive design specification for the product. The spec should include screen definitions, detailed user flows, layout guidelines, components, interaction states (e.g., hover, active, disabled), UX copy, and a style guide (colors, typography, and spacing). Ensure the document is tool-agnostic and suitable for collaboration with AI UI generators. Prioritize clarity, consistency, and usability. Structure the spec to address essential screens and flows first while leaving room for refinement or iteration based on feedback."

Without structure, vibe coding is just guessing in loops

Strong context leads to effective execution

Step 1: Draft a PRD

Get clarity on the product:

- What it does
- Who it’s for
- Key features, goals, & risks

Prompt:

"Write a PRD for my product. The PRD should include a summary of the product's purpose, the target audience, and the problem it aims to solve. Clearly define the goals and prioritize key features and functionality. Describe user flows in detail, along with technical requirements, success metrics to measure performance, and any dependencies, constraints, or risks. Also, include timelines, milestones, and a list of unresolved questions that need to be addressed. Structure the output in a clear and organized format (using bold headers or bullet points) for easy readability, and make sure the plan identifies and addresses any potential gaps or inconsistencies."