Light Discovery Process for Extensions
Objective
Quickly analyze existing system and integration requirements for feature extensions.
Focused Discovery Steps
1. Extension Point Analysis
Identify Integration Approach:
- Locate existing extension points or interfaces
- Determine modification scope (files, components)
- Check for existing patterns to follow
- Identify backward compatibility requirements
2. Dependency Check
Verify Compatibility:
- Check version compatibility of new dependencies
- Validate API contracts haven't changed
- Ensure no breaking changes in pipeline
3. Quick Technology Verification
For New Libraries Only:
- Use WebSearch for official documentation
- Verify basic usage patterns
- Check for known compatibility issues
- Confirm licensing compatibility
- Record key findings in
research.md (technology alignment section)
4. Integration Risk Assessment
Quick Risk Check:
- Impact on existing functionality
- Performance implications
- Security considerations
- Testing requirements
When to Escalate to Full Discovery
Switch to full discovery if you find:
- Significant architectural changes needed
- Complex external service integrations
- Security-sensitive implementations
- Performance-critical components
- Unknown or poorly documented dependencies
Output Requirements
- Clear integration approach (note boundary impacts in
research.md)
- List of files/components to modify
- New dependencies with versions
- Integration risks and mitigations
- Testing focus areas