Domain Driven Design
Domain Driven Design is an design AI skill with a core value of Plan and route Domain-Driven Design work from strategic modeling to tactical implementation and evented architecture patterns. It
helps developers solve real-world problems in the design domain, boosting
efficiency, automating repetitive tasks, and optimizing workflows.
Plan and route Domain-Driven Design work from strategic modeling to tactical implementation and evented architecture patterns.
Quick Facts
mkdir -p ./skills/domain-driven-design && curl -sfL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/sickn33/antigravity-awesome-skills/main/skills/domain-driven-design/SKILL.md -o ./skills/domain-driven-design/SKILL.mdRun in terminal / PowerShell. Requires curl (Unix) or PowerShell 5+ (Windows).
Skill Content
# Domain-Driven Design
Use this skill when
- You need to model a complex business domain with explicit boundaries.
- You want to decide whether full DDD is worth the added complexity.
- You need to connect strategic design decisions to implementation patterns.
- You are planning CQRS, event sourcing, sagas, or projections from domain needs.
Do not use this skill when
- The problem is simple CRUD with low business complexity.
- You only need localized bug fixes.
- There is no access to domain knowledge and no proxy product expert.
Instructions
1. Run a viability check before committing to full DDD.
2. Produce strategic artifacts first: subdomains, bounded contexts, language glossary.
3. Route to specialized skills based on current task.
4. Define success criteria and evidence for each stage.
Viability check
Use full DDD only when at least two of these are true:
- Business rules are complex or fast-changing.
- Multiple teams are causing model collisions.
- Integration contracts are unstable.
- Auditability and explicit invariants are critical.
Routing map
- Strategic model and boundaries: `@ddd-strategic-design`
- Cross-context integrations and translation: `@ddd-context-mapping`
- Tactical code modeling: `@ddd-tactical-patterns`
- Read/write separation: `@cqrs-implementation`
- Event history as source of truth: `@event-sourcing-architect` and `@event-store-design`
- Long-running workflows: `@saga-orchestration`
- Read models: `@projection-patterns`
- Decision log: `@architecture-decision-records`
If templates are needed, open `references/ddd-deliverables.md`.
Output requirements
Always return:
- Scope and assumptions
- Current stage (strategic, tactical, or evented)
- Explicit artifacts produced
- Open risks and next step recommendation
Examples
Use @domain-driven-design to assess if this billing platform should adopt full DDD.
Then route to the right next skill and list artifacts we must produce this week.Limitations
- This skill does not replace direct workshops with domain experts.
- It does not provide framework-specific code generation.
- It should not be used as a justification to over-engineer simple systems.
🎯 Best For
- Claude users
- Designers
- Creative professionals
- Product teams
💡 Use Cases
- Design system documentation
- Component specification creation
📖 How to Use This Skill
- 1
Install the Skill
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The SKILL.md file downloads to your local skills directory.
- 2
Load into Your AI Assistant
Open Claude and reference the skill. Paste the SKILL.md content or use the system prompt tab.
- 3
Apply Domain Driven Design to Your Work
Provide context for your task — paste source material, describe your audience, or share existing work to guide the AI.
- 4
Review and Refine
Edit the AI output for accuracy, tone, and completeness. Add human insight where the AI lacks context.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Domain Driven Design generate production-ready design specs?
It generates detailed specifications that developers can use directly. Review and adjust for your specific design system.
How do I install Domain Driven Design?
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The skill downloads to ./skills/domain-driven-design/SKILL.md, ready to use.
Can I customize this skill for my team?
Absolutely. Edit the SKILL.md file to add team-specific instructions, examples, or workflows.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
Not reading the full skill
Skills contain important context and edge cases beyond the quick start.