Can I use Smart Think for research purposes?

Absolutely. By using the --research and --citations flags, the skill generates executive summaries, literature reviews, and technical analysis suitable for professional documentation.

How does the token budget control work?

Users can specify a token budget using the --budget flag (e.g., -b 5000) to limit the depth of the AI's reasoning process and manage resource consumption effectively.

Does Smart Think require external tools?

Yes, it is designed to prioritize the sequential-thinking MCP as its primary engine and uses the serena MCP for codebase context when the --serena flag is active.

What are the different thinking modes in Smart Think?

Smart Think offers four modes: 'think' for quick decisions, 'think-hard' for complex analysis, 'think-harder' for architecture, and 'ultrathink' for mission-critical research and complex systems.

Smart Think

Name: Smart Think
Author: sc30gsw

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Solves complex technical problems through a multi-tiered reasoning system and integrated codebase intelligence.

Smart Think is an advanced problem-solving framework for Claude Code that implements a structured, multi-mode thinking system. By leveraging Sequential Thinking and Serena MCP integrations, it enables developers to navigate high-stakes architectural decisions and complex system analysis with precision. The skill offers four distinct thinking modes—ranging from quick 'think' cycles to exhaustive 'ultrathink' research phases—complete with token budget management, confidence scoring, and citation support to ensure every recommendation is both rigorous and context-aware.

Key Features

01Multi-mode thinking tiers (Think to UltraThink) for scaling reasoning depth to problem complexity.

02Structured output formats including research summaries, citations, and technical implementation strategies.

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04Native integration with Sequential Thinking MCP for hypothesis testing and reasoning chains.

05Granular token budget control and confidence level reporting for transparent decision-making.

06Codebase intelligence via Serena MCP for pattern searching and symbol analysis.

Use Cases

01Evaluating architectural trade-offs such as choosing between state management libraries or database schemas.

02Developing complex migration strategies by analyzing existing codebase patterns and memory.

03Performing deep-dive technical research on new technologies with full citations and references.

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add sc30gsw/claude-code-customes smart-think

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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