harness-brainstorm

Clarify user intent and constraints into an approved Harness execution spec.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Refinex-Space/Refinex-Skills --skill harness-brainstorm
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: harness-brainstorm
Source: https://github.com/Refinex-Space/Refinex-Skills/tree/main/plugins/harness-powers/skills/harness-brainstorm
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Refinex-Space/Refinex-Skills --skill harness-brainstorm

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams and AI agents define intent, constraints, and options before committing to a Harness execution plan, preventing drift and scope creep.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided brainstorming to translate vague ideas into concrete execution specs.
  • Structured process for exploring context, requirements, and success criteria.
  • Guardrails that prevent premature implementation and ensure a spec is saved to docs/exec-plans/specs before planning.

Quick Start

Draft an execution spec and save it under docs/exec-plans/specs/ before handing off to harness-plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about harness-brainstorm

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I clarify intent and constraints before planning a software workflow?▼

To clarify intent and constraints before planning, use guided brainstorming to elicit requirements, explore context, and define success criteria. This prevents scope creep by producing a concrete execution spec rather than relying on vague ideas.

What is the best way to translate vague ideas into an approved execution spec?▼

The best way to translate vague ideas into an approved execution spec is through a structured brainstorming process that frames the problem, defines scope, and captures constraints. This de-risks planning and ensures alignment before implementation.

How do I prevent scope creep and drift when handing off execution plans to AI agents?▼

To prevent scope creep and drift when handing off execution plans, apply governance guardrails that require saving an approved spec to docs/exec-plans/specs before planning. This enforces traceability and stops premature implementation.

When do I need requirement elicitation and problem framing for execution planning?▼

You need requirement elicitation and problem framing for execution planning when starting with ambiguous goals. Defining options and constraints early de-risks handoffs by ensuring the team and AI agents share a concrete understanding of the scope.

Does requirement elicitation for planning require saving specs to a specific directory?▼

Yes, requirement elicitation for planning requires saving the finalized spec to docs/exec-plans/specs. This directory acts as a governance checkpoint, enforcing traceability before prompting a transition to the next planning phase.

Can I use structured brainstorming to define success criteria for governance workflows?▼

Yes, you can use structured brainstorming to define success criteria for governance workflows. It provides a guided process to explore context and requirements, ensuring the resulting execution spec meets all necessary compliance and scope boundaries.