Why does the skill only ask one question at a time?

This incremental approach prevents cognitive overload and ensures each design decision is thoroughly explored and validated before moving to the next phase.

Where is the final design documentation stored?

Once validated, the design is written to docs/plans/{slug}/design.md and automatically committed to your git repository for version-controlled documentation.

How does the Brainstorming skill handle project vision?

The skill automatically scans for existing documentation like PRD.md or GDD.md. If missing, it offers to create a minimal vision document to establish goals and constraints before design begins.

Can I compare different technical solutions using this skill?

Yes, the skill is specifically programmed to propose 2-3 different approaches with detailed trade-offs and a recommended path based on your project context.

Does it integrate with implementation planning?

Yes, after a design is finalized, the skill can transition directly into creating a detailed implementation plan using the writing-plans capability.

Brainstorming & Design Planner

Name: Brainstorming & Design Planner
Author: astrosteveo

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Refines abstract ideas into comprehensive technical designs and specifications through structured, collaborative dialogue.

The Brainstorming skill transforms high-level concepts into actionable technical designs by guiding developers through a structured yet conversational discovery process. It prioritizes clarity by asking targeted, single questions and exploring multiple architectural approaches before committing to a final plan. By validating designs incrementally and ensuring alignment with existing project documentation—such as PRDs or GDDs—this skill eliminates ambiguity and prevents feature creep, ensuring that the resulting design is both robust and lean.

Key Features

01Comparative analysis of 2-3 different technical approaches with trade-offs

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03Incremental design presentation with validation checkpoints every 200-300 words

04Interactive architectural discovery via one-at-a-time questioning

05Automated generation of PRDs, GDDs, and standardized design documentation

06Ruthless YAGNI-focused planning to eliminate unnecessary feature bloat

Use Cases

01Turning a rough feature idea into a structured, commit-ready technical specification

02Evaluating multiple architectural trade-offs before beginning a complex implementation

03Generating project vision documents for new applications or game development tracks

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npx skillfish add astrosteveo/marketplace brainstorming

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