brainstorm-design

Creates SQCA design documents from research findings in JSON format.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/matt-metivier/zk-hub --skill brainstorm-design
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Skill: brainstorm-design
Source: https://github.com/matt-metivier/zk-hub/tree/main/skills/orchestrator/brainstorm-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/matt-metivier/zk-hub --skill brainstorm-design

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires research-synthesizer.

What problem does it solve?

Turn research findings into actionable design rationale by producing SQCA-based design documents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Convert research syntheses into a structured SQCA document (Situation, Complication, Question, Answer) to guide design decisions.
  • Propose 2-3 design approaches with trade-offs and identify a recommended option.
  • Return a JSON-ready document for downstream tooling and reviews.

Quick Start

Generate a SQCA design document from the latest research synthesis.

Frequently Asked Questions about brainstorm-design

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate an architecture decision record from research findings?▼

To generate an architecture decision record from research findings, this tool synthesizes your data into a structured SQCA document (Situation, Complication, Question, Answer). It proposes 2-3 design approaches with trade-offs and identifies a recommended option.

What is the SQCA framework for design thinking and decision-making?▼

The SQCA framework for design thinking structures your rationale into Situation, Complication, Question, and Answer. It clarifies the problem context, highlights the complication, frames the core question, and provides a structured answer with design approaches.

Can I convert research synthesis into a JSON-structured design doc?▼

Yes, you can convert research synthesis into a JSON-structured design doc. The tool outputs a JSON-ready document containing situation, complication, question, answer, and approaches for downstream tooling and architectural reviews.

Do I need a research synthesizer before creating an SQCA design rationale?▼

Yes, you need a research synthesizer before creating an SQCA design rationale. This tool depends on research-synthesizer outputs to transform synthesized findings into actionable SQCA-based design documents.

What's the best way to brainstorm multiple design approaches with trade-offs?▼

The best way to brainstorm multiple design approaches with trade-offs is using SQCA design docs. This tool proposes 2-3 distinct design approaches, evaluates their trade-offs, and identifies a recommended option from your research synthesis.

When should I use SQCA documents instead of standard design docs for brainstorming?▼

You should use SQCA documents instead of standard design docs when you need structured decision-making rationale. SQCA clarifies the situation and complication before proposing answers, making it ideal for complex architecture decision records.