Development Estimation

Generate accurate development estimates for tasks, features, or projects based on complexity analysis.

When to use

• User asks for time or effort estimates
• Project sizing or scoping needed
• Complexity assessment requested
• Sprint planning or resource allocation needed
• Cost or timeline estimation required

Instructions

Usage

/sc:estimate [target] [--type time|effort|complexity|cost] [--unit hours|days|weeks]

Arguments

• target – Task, feature, or project to estimate
• --type – Estimation type (time, effort, complexity, cost)
• --unit – Time unit for estimates (hours, days, weeks)
• --breakdown – Provide detailed breakdown of estimates

Execution

1. Analyze scope and requirements of target
2. Identify complexity factors and dependencies
3. Apply estimation methodologies and historical data
4. Generate estimates with confidence intervals
5. Present detailed breakdown with risk factors

Claude Code Integration

• Uses Read for requirement analysis
• Leverages Glob for codebase complexity assessment
• Applies Grep for pattern-based estimation
• Maintains structured estimation documentation