brainstorming

Produces validated design documents from brainstorming sessions.

Updated Feb 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ytqh/agent-skills --skill brainstorming-ytqh
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: brainstorming
Source: https://github.com/ytqh/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/brainstorming
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ytqh/agent-skills --skill brainstorming-ytqh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams convert vague ideas into concrete designs through structured, iterative dialogue and collaborative refinement.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided questioning: ask questions one at a time to understand purpose, constraints, and success criteria.
  • Explore alternatives: propose 2-3 design approaches with trade-offs, then recommend a plan.
  • Design presentation: present the design in clear sections (200-300 words each) and validate incrementally.
  • Documentation: write the validated design to docs/plans/YYYY-MM-DD-<topic>-design.md and commit the document to git for traceability.

Quick Start

Start a brainstorming session by outlining the current project context, then ask one question at a time to refine the idea and draft the design in sequential 200-300 word sections.

Frequently Asked Questions about brainstorming

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn vague product ideas into concrete designs?▼

To turn vague product ideas into concrete designs, use a structured brainstorming workflow that asks guided questions to understand constraints, proposes 2-3 approaches with trade-offs, and validates designs iteratively.

What is the best way to document product design plans for traceability?▼

The best way to document product design plans for traceability is to write validated designs to a markdown file named docs/plans/YYYY-MM-DD-<topic>-design.md and commit the document directly to git.

How does guided brainstorming work for early product discovery?▼

Guided brainstorming for early product discovery works by asking questions one at a time to define purpose and success criteria, then presenting design sections incrementally in 200-300 word blocks for validation.

How do I compare design approaches during architecture planning?▼

To compare design approaches during architecture planning, request 2-3 alternative proposals with explicit trade-offs, then select a recommended plan based on your project's specific constraints and success criteria.

Can I use this brainstorming process for collaborative ideation with my team?▼

Yes, you can use this brainstorming process for collaborative ideation, as it converts vague ideas into concrete designs through structured, iterative dialogue and collaborative refinement with your team.