How does the Brainstorming skill differ from standard coding?

Unlike standard coding, this skill focuses exclusively on the design phase before any code is written, ensuring requirements and architecture are fully understood and validated by the user.

What happens during the Exploration phase?

In Phase 2, the AI proposes 2-3 different architectural approaches, detailing the core architecture, trade-offs, and complexity for each to help the user choose the best path.

Does this skill help with the actual implementation?

The skill manages the design and setup. Once the design is approved, it automatically transitions to specialized skills for Git Worktree setup and Implementation Planning.

Can I revisit the design if I change my mind mid-way?

Yes. The skill is designed to be non-linear. If a new constraint is revealed or a gap is found during design, the AI will move back to the Understanding or Exploration phases as needed.

Brainstorming & Design Collaboration

Name: Brainstorming & Design Collaboration
Author: spacholski1225

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Collaboration Tools

Refines raw project ideas into structured technical designs using a Socratic, iterative approach before implementation.

About

This skill transforms high-level concepts into actionable technical designs through a structured, multi-phase process. It employs the Socratic method to uncover hidden constraints, proposes multiple architectural alternatives for comparison, and builds design specifications incrementally to ensure human alignment. By focusing on 'thinking before doing,' it minimizes rework and ensures that the subsequent implementation phase is based on a validated, robust architecture that adheres to YAGNI principles.

Key Features

Incremental design presentation and validation loops
Automated handoff to implementation planning skills
2 GitHub stars
Multi-approach architectural exploration with trade-off analysis
Seamless integration with Git Worktrees for isolated implementation
Socratic questioning for deep requirement gathering

Use Cases

Bridging the gap between a high-level idea and a concrete implementation plan
Evaluating different technical approaches for a complex refactor
Architecting a new feature from a vague user request

About

Key Features

Incremental design presentation and validation loops
Automated handoff to implementation planning skills
2 GitHub stars
Multi-approach architectural exploration with trade-off analysis
Seamless integration with Git Worktrees for isolated implementation
Socratic questioning for deep requirement gathering

Use Cases

Bridging the gap between a high-level idea and a concrete implementation plan
Evaluating different technical approaches for a complex refactor
Architecting a new feature from a vague user request