What is Technical Specification?
A document that describes how a feature or system should be built, including architecture and implementation details.
Why It Matters
Technical specs align the team before coding begins, reducing rework and misunderstandings.
Real-World Example
A spec describing the API endpoints, database schema, and error handling for a new payment feature.
“Understanding terms like Technical Specification matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
Related Terms
User Story
A short description of a feature from the user's perspective, following the format 'As a [user], I want [goal], so that [reason]'.
Acceptance Criteria
Specific conditions that must be met for a feature to be considered complete and working correctly.
Roadmap
A high-level plan showing what features and improvements are planned and roughly when they will be delivered.
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Related Terms
User Story
A short description of a feature from the user's perspective, following the format 'As a [user], I want [goal], so that...
Acceptance Criteria
Specific conditions that must be met for a feature to be considered complete and working correctly.
Roadmap
A high-level plan showing what features and improvements are planned and roughly when they will be delivered.
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