Promptables BLUEPRINT - Complete User Guide

Promptables BLUEPRINT: Complete User Guide

What is Promptables BLUEPRINT?

Promptables BLUEPRINT is your Product Requirements Document (PRD) generator that transforms your initial app idea into comprehensive documentation. It creates four essential markdown files that serve as the foundation for your development project, keeping AI coders focused and aligned with your vision throughout the build process.

The Power of Documentation-Driven Development

Without BLUEPRINT

  • AI coders drift from your vision
  • Features get added or missed randomly
  • No consistent design standards
  • Unclear project scope and timeline
  • Frequent rework and confusion

With BLUEPRINT Documentation

  • Clear project boundaries and goals
  • Consistent design and functionality
  • Step-by-step implementation roadmap
  • AI coders stay on track
  • Professional development process

How BLUEPRINT Works

1
Share Your Spark Prompt
Paste the base prompt you created for Promptables Spark
2
Guided Conversation
BLUEPRINT asks targeted questions to understand your vision
3
Documentation Generation
Receive four comprehensive markdown files
4
GitHub Integration
Upload files to your repo and reference during development

The Four Essential Files BLUEPRINT Creates

1. masterplan.md - The Project Foundation

Contains:

  • App overview and objectives
  • Target audience definition
  • Core features and functionality
  • Technical stack recommendations
  • Security considerations
  • Development phases
  • Future expansion possibilities

2. implementation-plan.md - The Roadmap

Contains:

  • Step-by-step action plan
  • Timeline and phases (MVP → V1 → V2)
  • Team setup recommendations
  • Priority tasks and optional enhancements
  • Post-launch priorities

3. design-guidelines.md - The Visual Standards

Contains:

  • Visual style (fonts, colors, spacing)
  • Page layout principles
  • UI component specifications
  • Accessibility requirements
  • Brand tone and voice
  • Responsive design breakpoints

4. app-flow-pages-and-roles.md - The Structure

Contains:

  • Complete page breakdown
  • User roles and permissions
  • Navigation flow
  • User journey mapping
  • Integration points

Real Example: Gwapo Mango Tours

Initial Spark Prompt

"I want to build a responsive landing page for a Guimaras mango tourism business that helps tourists experience the best mango-related attractions on the island."

BLUEPRINT's Guided Questions

Timeline: "What's your timeline for launching this landing page?"
Assets: "Do you already have images ready to use?"
SEO: "Do you have specific keywords you want to target?"

Generated Documentation Highlights

masterplan.md excerpt: - Target Audience: Tourists visiting Guimaras Island, mango enthusiasts, day-trippers - Core Features: Responsive design, booking system, tour information, contact system - Tech Stack: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, FullCalendar.js, Stripe integration design-guidelines.md excerpt: - Colors: Mango Yellow (#FFB62D), Leaf Green (#4CAF50), Tropical Blue (#00BCD4) - Typography: Open Sans for body, Montserrat for headings - Layout: Mobile-first, card-based sections with rounded corners

GitHub Integration Workflow

Setting Up Your Documentation

  1. Create Repository: Set up your project repo on GitHub
  2. Create Docs Folder: Make a /docs or /planning directory
  3. Upload Files: Copy each .md file BLUEPRINT generates
  4. Reference in Development: Link to these files when prompting AI coders

Using Documentation with AI Coders

Example AI Coder Prompt: "Please implement the homepage hero section according to the specifications in our masterplan.md and design-guidelines.md files. The hero should include [specific requirements] and follow the color scheme defined in our documentation."

Compatible AI Coding Tools

BLUEPRINT documentation works perfectly with:

  • Lovable.dev - Reference docs for consistent development
  • Bolt.new - Upload files for project context
  • Cursor - Include docs in your workspace
  • Replit - Share documentation in project folders
  • Vercel v0 - Reference design guidelines for UI generation
  • Firebase - Use implementation plan for backend setup

Best Practices for Using BLUEPRINT

Preparing Your Spark Prompt

  • Be Comprehensive: Include all your initial ideas, even if they seem scattered
  • Mention Your Audience: Who will use this app/website?
  • Include Design Preferences: Colors, styles, inspiration sites
  • List Core Features: What must the app do?
  • Note Technical Constraints: Timeline, budget, platform preferences

Answering BLUEPRINT's Questions Effectively

Common Questions BLUEPRINT Asks:

  • Timeline: Be realistic about your launch date
  • Assets: Know what content you have ready
  • Technical Preferences: Any specific tools or platforms?
  • User Roles: Who will use different parts of your app?
  • Design Inspiration: Any websites you like?

Credit Optimization Strategies

Maximizing BLUEPRINT Value

  • Prepare Thoroughly: Have all your thoughts organized before starting
  • Ask Follow-ups: If BLUEPRINT's questions inspire new ideas, mention them
  • Request Revisions: If something doesn't match your vision, ask for adjustments
  • Save Everything: These documents become your project bible

When to Use BLUEPRINT vs Other Tools

Use BLUEPRINT For:

  • New project planning
  • Complex applications
  • Team collaboration projects
  • Long-term development
  • Professional documentation needs

Skip BLUEPRINT For:

  • Simple one-page sites
  • Quick prototypes
  • Personal experiments
  • Well-defined existing projects

Common Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them

Pitfall 1: Vague Initial Prompts

Poor Prompt

"I want to build a website for my business"

Better Prompt

"I want to build a responsive e-commerce website for my handmade jewelry business that targets women aged 25-45, includes product catalog, shopping cart, and customer reviews"

Pitfall 2: Rushing Through Questions

Take Your Time: BLUEPRINT's questions help create better documentation. Thoughtful answers lead to more useful files that will save you time later.

Pitfall 3: Not Using the Documentation

Reference Regularly: These files aren't meant to sit unused. Reference them in every AI coder interaction to maintain consistency.

Advanced Use Cases

Complex Multi-Platform Applications

BLUEPRINT can handle: - Web + mobile app combinations - Multi-user role systems - Complex integrations - Phased development approaches - Enterprise-level applications

Team Collaboration Projects

Shared Vision: BLUEPRINT documentation ensures all team members and AI coders understand the project goals, design standards, and implementation approach.

Measuring BLUEPRINT Success

Signs BLUEPRINT is Working:

  • AI coders produce more consistent results
  • Fewer design revisions needed
  • Clear development milestones
  • Better project organization
  • Reduced scope creep
  • Professional documentation standards

Documentation-Driven Development Process

  1. Plan with BLUEPRINT: Generate comprehensive documentation
  2. Set Up Repository: Upload documentation to GitHub
  3. Reference in Prompts: Always mention relevant docs when working with AI coders
  4. Track Progress: Check off items from implementation-plan.md
  5. Maintain Consistency: Refer back to design-guidelines.md for all UI decisions
  6. Plan Features: Use masterplan.md to guide feature development

Ready to Build with Clarity?

Promptables BLUEPRINT transforms your scattered ideas into professional documentation that guides your entire development process. Instead of letting AI coders guess what you want, you'll provide them with comprehensive specifications that ensure consistent, high-quality results.

Remember: Great software starts with great planning. BLUEPRINT gives you the foundation for successful development.