ai-workflow-builder

name	ai-workflow-builder
description	Design AI automation workflows with clear inputs, outputs, tools, and implementation steps. TRIGGERS - Use this skill when: - User wants to design an AI automation workflow - User mentions automating a business process with AI - User wants to map out an AI-powered system - User asks how to automate something using AI tools - User mentions n8n, Make, Zapier, or any automation platform

AI Workflow Builder

Overview

Designs complete AI automation workflows from business process to implementation plan. Maps out triggers, steps, AI components, integrations, and expected outcomes.

Workflow

Step 1: Understand the Process

Ask the user:

1. What process do you want to automate?
2. Current state: How is it done manually today?
3. Volume: How often does this happen? (daily, weekly, per client)
4. Time spent: How long does the manual process take?
5. Tools involved: What software/platforms are already in use?
6. Desired outcome: What does "automated" look like?

Step 2: Map the Current Workflow

Document the as-is process:

TRIGGER → Step 1 → Step 2 → ... → OUTPUT

Identify:

• Manual steps (candidate for automation)
• Decision points (needs AI judgment or rules)
• Data sources (where information comes from)
• Handoff points (where humans need to review)
• Bottlenecks (where delays happen)

Step 3: Design the AI Workflow

For each step, determine:

Step