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# API Development Integration Workflow
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## Overview
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This guide demonstrates how BMAD Method personas collaborate during API development, from initial design through implementation, testing, and documentation. This workflow ensures consistent, well-documented, and maintainable APIs across all technology platforms.
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## Participants
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- ** Technical Documentation Architect**: API documentation and specification
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- ** Cross-Platform Integration Specialist**: API design and integration patterns
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- ** Polyglot Code Review Specialist**: Code quality and implementation review
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- ** DevOps Documentation Specialist**: Deployment and operational documentation
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## Workflow Overview
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```mermaid
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graph TD
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A[API Requirements] --> B[API Design]
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B --> C[Specification Creation]
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C --> D[Implementation Planning]
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D --> E[Development Phase]
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E --> F[Code Review]
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F --> G[Integration Testing]
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G --> H[Documentation Finalization]
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H --> I[Deployment Preparation]
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I --> J[API Release]
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subgraph "Persona Leadership"
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K[Integration Specialist: B, D, G]
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L[Tech Doc Architect: C, H]
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M[Code Review Specialist: F]
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N[DevOps Specialist: I]
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end
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```
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## Phase 1: API Requirements and Design
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### Duration: 4-6 hours
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### Lead: Cross-Platform Integration Specialist
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### Collaborators: Technical Documentation Architect
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#### Activities
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1. **Requirements Analysis**
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- Business requirements gathering
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- Technical constraints identification
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- Integration requirements analysis
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- Performance and scalability requirements
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2. **API Design Planning**
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- Resource identification and modeling
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- Endpoint structure design
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- Data model definition
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- Authentication and authorization strategy
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#### API Design Principles
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```mermaid
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mindmap
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root((API Design))
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RESTful Design
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Resource-based URLs
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HTTP Methods
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Status Codes
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HATEOAS
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Data Consistency
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Schema Validation
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Version Management
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Error Handling
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Response Formats
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Security
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Authentication
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Authorization
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Rate Limiting
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Input Validation
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Performance
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Caching Strategy
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Pagination
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Compression
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Response Optimization
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```
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#### Deliverables
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- **API Requirements Document**
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- **Resource Model Diagram**
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- **Endpoint Structure Plan**
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- **Authentication Strategy**
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#### Handoff Criteria
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- [ ] API requirements are complete and validated
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- [ ] Resource models are well-defined and normalized
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- [ ] Endpoint structure follows RESTful principles
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- [ ] Security requirements are clearly specified
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## Phase 2: API Specification Creation
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### Duration: 6-8 hours
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### Lead: Technical Documentation Architect
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### Collaborators: Cross-Platform Integration Specialist
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#### Activities
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1. **OpenAPI Specification Development**
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- Complete API specification in OpenAPI 3.0 format
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- Request/response schema definition
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- Error response documentation
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- Authentication scheme specification
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2. **API Documentation Creation**
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- Comprehensive API reference documentation
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- Usage examples and tutorials
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- Integration guides for different platforms
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- SDK and client library documentation
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#### OpenAPI Specification Structure
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\```yaml
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openapi: 3.0.3
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info:
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title: {{API_NAME}} API
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description: {{API_DESCRIPTION}}
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version: {{API_VERSION}}
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contact:
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name: {{CONTACT_NAME}}
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email: {{CONTACT_EMAIL}}
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servers:
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- url: {{BASE_URL}}
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description: {{ENVIRONMENT_DESCRIPTION}}
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paths:
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/{{RESOURCE_PATH}}:
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get:
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summary: {{OPERATION_SUMMARY}}
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description: {{OPERATION_DESCRIPTION}}
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parameters:
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- name: {{PARAMETER_NAME}}
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in: {{PARAMETER_LOCATION}}
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required: {{IS_REQUIRED}}
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schema:
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type: {{PARAMETER_TYPE}}
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responses:
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'200':
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description: {{SUCCESS_DESCRIPTION}}
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content:
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application/json:
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schema:
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$ref: '#/components/schemas/{{SCHEMA_NAME}}'
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components:
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schemas:
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{{SCHEMA_NAME}}:
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type: object
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properties:
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{{PROPERTY_NAME}}:
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type: {{PROPERTY_TYPE}}
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description: {{PROPERTY_DESCRIPTION}}
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securitySchemes:
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{{SECURITY_SCHEME_NAME}}:
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type: {{SECURITY_TYPE}}
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scheme: {{SECURITY_SCHEME}}
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```
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#### Documentation Integration
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```mermaid
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flowchart LR
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A[OpenAPI Spec] --> B[API Reference]
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A --> C[SDK Documentation]
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A --> D[Integration Guides]
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A --> E[Testing Documentation]
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B --> F[Interactive Docs]
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C --> G[Code Examples]
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D --> H[Platform Guides]
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E --> I[Test Scenarios]
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subgraph "Platform-Specific Docs"
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J[React Integration]
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K[Node.js Integration]
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L[ASP.NET Integration]
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M[Python Integration]
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end
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H --> J
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H --> K
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H --> L
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H --> M
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```
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#### Deliverables
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- **OpenAPI 3.0 Specification** (using [API Documentation Template](../../bmad-agent/templates/cross-platform-api-documentation-template.md))
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- **Interactive API Documentation**
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- **Platform-Specific Integration Guides**
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- **SDK Documentation and Examples**
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#### Handoff Criteria
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- [ ] OpenAPI specification is complete and valid
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- [ ] API documentation is comprehensive and clear
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- [ ] Integration guides cover all target platforms
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- [ ] Examples are functional and tested
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## Phase 3: Implementation Planning
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### Duration: 2-4 hours
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### Lead: Cross-Platform Integration Specialist
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### Collaborators: Code Review Specialist, DevOps Specialist
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#### Activities
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1. **Implementation Strategy Development**
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- Technology stack confirmation
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- Development approach planning
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- Testing strategy definition
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- Quality assurance planning
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2. **Development Standards Establishment**
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- Coding standards and conventions
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- Code review criteria and processes
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- Testing requirements and coverage
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- Documentation standards
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#### Implementation Architecture
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```mermaid
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graph TB
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A[API Gateway] --> B[Authentication Service]
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A --> C[Rate Limiting]
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A --> D[Request Validation]
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D --> E[Business Logic Layer]
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E --> F[Data Access Layer]
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F --> G[Database]
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E --> H[External Services]
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E --> I[Caching Layer]
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subgraph "Cross-Cutting Concerns"
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J[Logging]
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K[Monitoring]
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L[Error Handling]
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M[Security]
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end
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A --> J
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E --> K
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E --> L
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B --> M
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```
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#### Quality Standards
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| Quality Dimension | Requirement | Validation Method |
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| **Code Coverage** | 80% | Automated testing |
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| **Performance** | < 200ms response time | Load testing |
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| **Security** | OWASP compliance | Security scanning |
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| **Documentation** | 100% API coverage | Documentation review |
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| **Error Handling** | Comprehensive error responses | Error scenario testing |
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#### Deliverables
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- **Implementation Strategy Document**
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- **Development Standards Guide**
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- **Testing Strategy and Plan**
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- **Quality Assurance Framework**
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#### Handoff Criteria
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- [ ] Implementation approach is technically sound
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- [ ] Development standards are comprehensive
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- [ ] Testing strategy covers all quality dimensions
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- [ ] Quality gates are clearly defined
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## Phase 4: Development and Code Review
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### Duration: Variable (based on API complexity)
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### Lead: Development Team
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### Quality Assurance: Code Review Specialist
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#### Activities
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1. **Iterative Development**
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- Feature-by-feature implementation
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- Continuous integration and testing
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- Regular code reviews and feedback
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- Documentation updates
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2. **Quality Assurance Integration**
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- Automated code quality checks
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- Manual code review processes
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- Security vulnerability scanning
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- Performance testing and optimization
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#### Code Review Workflow
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```mermaid
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sequenceDiagram
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participant DEV as Developer
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participant CRS as Code Review Specialist
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participant CI as CI/CD Pipeline
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participant TDA as Tech Doc Architect
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DEV->>CI: Push Code
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CI->>CI: Automated Tests
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CI->>CI: Security Scan
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CI->>CI: Quality Checks
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CI->>CRS: Review Request
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CRS->>CRS: Code Review
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CRS->>DEV: Feedback
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DEV->>DEV: Address Feedback
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CRS->>TDA: Documentation Review
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TDA->>TDA: Update Documentation
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CRS->>CI: Approve Merge
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```
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#### Code Quality Checklist
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**Functionality**
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- [ ] All API endpoints are implemented according to specification
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- [ ] Request/response handling is correct and complete
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- [ ] Error handling covers all edge cases
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- [ ] Business logic is properly implemented
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**Code Quality**
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- [ ] Code follows established coding standards
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- [ ] Functions and classes are well-structured and documented
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- [ ] No code duplication or unnecessary complexity
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- [ ] Proper separation of concerns
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**Security**
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- [ ] Input validation is comprehensive and secure
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- [ ] Authentication and authorization are properly implemented
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- [ ] Sensitive data is properly protected
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- [ ] Security best practices are followed
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**Performance**
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- [ ] Database queries are optimized
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- [ ] Caching is implemented where appropriate
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- [ ] Response times meet performance requirements
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- [ ] Resource usage is efficient
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#### Deliverables
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- **Implemented API Code**
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- **Code Review Reports** (using [Code Review Template](../../bmad-agent/templates/code-review-comprehensive-template.md))
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- **Test Coverage Reports**
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- **Security Scan Results**
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#### Handoff Criteria
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- [ ] All code reviews are completed and approved
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- [ ] Test coverage meets quality standards
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- [ ] Security scans pass without critical issues
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- [ ] Performance requirements are met
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## Phase 5: Integration Testing and Validation
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### Duration: 2-4 days
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### Lead: Cross-Platform Integration Specialist
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### Collaborators: Code Review Specialist, Technical Documentation Architect
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#### Activities
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1. **Comprehensive Testing**
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- Unit testing validation
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- Integration testing execution
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- End-to-end testing scenarios
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- Performance and load testing
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2. **Cross-Platform Validation**
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- Client library testing
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- Platform-specific integration testing
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- SDK validation and testing
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- Documentation accuracy verification
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#### Testing Strategy
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```mermaid
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graph TD
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A[Unit Tests] --> B[Integration Tests]
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B --> C[API Contract Tests]
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C --> D[End-to-End Tests]
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D --> E[Performance Tests]
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E --> F[Security Tests]
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subgraph "Test Types"
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G[Functional Testing]
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H[Non-Functional Testing]
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I[Security Testing]
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J[Compatibility Testing]
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end
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A --> G
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B --> G
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C --> G
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E --> H
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F --> I
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D --> J
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```
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#### Platform Integration Testing
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| **React** | Frontend integration, state management | UI responsiveness, data consistency |
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| **Node.js** | Server-side integration, middleware | Performance, error handling |
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| **ASP.NET** | Enterprise integration, security | Scalability, compliance |
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| **Python** | Data processing, analytics | Accuracy, performance |
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#### Deliverables
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- **Test Execution Reports**
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- **Integration Test Results**
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- **Performance Benchmark Reports**
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- **Cross-Platform Compatibility Matrix**
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#### Handoff Criteria
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- [ ] All tests pass successfully
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- [ ] Performance benchmarks meet requirements
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- [ ] Cross-platform compatibility is validated
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- [ ] Documentation accuracy is confirmed
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## Phase 6: Documentation Finalization and Deployment
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### Duration: 1-2 days
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### Lead: Technical Documentation Architect, DevOps Specialist
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### Collaborators: All personas
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#### Activities
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1. **Documentation Completion**
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- Final documentation review and updates
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- Interactive documentation generation
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- SDK and client library documentation
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- Migration and upgrade guides
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2. **Deployment Preparation**
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- Production environment setup
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- Monitoring and alerting configuration
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- Backup and recovery procedures
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- Rollback and incident response planning
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#### Documentation Deployment
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```mermaid
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flowchart TD
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A[Documentation Source] --> B[Build Process]
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B --> C[Static Site Generation]
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C --> D[Interactive Docs]
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D --> E[CDN Deployment]
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F[API Specification] --> G[SDK Generation]
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G --> H[Package Registry]
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I[Examples Repository] --> J[Code Samples]
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J --> K[Tutorial Content]
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subgraph "Documentation Ecosystem"
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L[Developer Portal]
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M[API Reference]
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N[Tutorials]
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O[SDKs]
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end
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E --> L
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D --> M
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K --> N
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H --> O
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```
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#### Production Deployment Checklist
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**Infrastructure**
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- [ ] Production environment is configured and tested
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- [ ] Load balancers and scaling policies are in place
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- [ ] Database connections and migrations are ready
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- [ ] Monitoring and alerting systems are configured
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**Security**
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- [ ] SSL/TLS certificates are installed and valid
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- [ ] API keys and authentication systems are configured
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- [ ] Rate limiting and DDoS protection are active
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- [ ] Security headers and CORS policies are set
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**Documentation**
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- [ ] API documentation is published and accessible
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- [ ] SDK packages are published to registries
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- [ ] Migration guides are available for existing users
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- [ ] Support and contact information is current
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#### Deliverables
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- **Final API Documentation** (using [API Documentation Template](../../bmad-agent/templates/cross-platform-api-documentation-template.md))
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- **Deployment Guide** (using [Deployment Guide Template](../../bmad-agent/templates/deployment-guide-comprehensive-template.md))
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- **SDK Packages and Documentation**
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- **Production Readiness Report**
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#### Handoff Criteria
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- [ ] Documentation is complete, accurate, and published
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- [ ] Production deployment is successful and stable
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- [ ] Monitoring and alerting are functional
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- [ ] Support processes are established
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## Success Metrics
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### Development Metrics
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- **API Completeness**: 100% of specified endpoints implemented
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- **Test Coverage**: 80% code coverage across all components
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- **Documentation Coverage**: 100% of API endpoints documented
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- **Performance**: All endpoints respond within SLA requirements
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### Quality Metrics
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- **Code Review Compliance**: 100% of code reviewed and approved
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- **Security Compliance**: Zero critical security vulnerabilities
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- **Cross-Platform Compatibility**: All target platforms supported
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- **User Satisfaction**: Positive feedback from API consumers
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### Process Metrics
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- **Development Velocity**: Consistent sprint delivery
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- **Defect Rate**: < 5% post-release defects
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- **Documentation Accuracy**: < 2% documentation issues reported
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- **Integration Success**: Successful integration by all target platforms
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## Common Challenges and Solutions
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### Challenge: API Design Inconsistencies
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**Solution**: Establish and enforce API design standards early in the process
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### Challenge: Documentation Lag
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**Solution**: Integrate documentation updates into the development workflow
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### Challenge: Cross-Platform Compatibility Issues
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**Solution**: Implement comprehensive testing across all target platforms
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### Challenge: Performance Bottlenecks
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**Solution**: Conduct regular performance testing and optimization
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## Templates and Resources
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- [API Documentation Template](../../bmad-agent/templates/cross-platform-api-documentation-template.md)
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- [Code Review Template](../../bmad-agent/templates/code-review-comprehensive-template.md)
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- [Deployment Guide Template](../../bmad-agent/templates/deployment-guide-comprehensive-template.md)
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- [Integration Testing Checklist](../../bmad-agent/checklists/cross-platform-integration-specialist-checklist.md)
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## Next Steps
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After API development completion:
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1. **Monitor API Usage**: Track adoption and performance metrics
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2. **Gather User Feedback**: Collect feedback from API consumers
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3. **Plan Iterations**: Schedule regular API improvements and updates
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4. **Scale Documentation**: Expand documentation based on user needs
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---
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*This API development integration workflow ensures all BMAD Method personas collaborate effectively to deliver high-quality, well-documented APIs that meet business and technical requirements.*
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