pick-model

Evaluate task descriptions against a decision matrix to recommend a Claude model.

19|5|Updated Jan 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/digital-stoic-org/agent-skills --skill pick-model
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: pick-model
Source: https://github.com/digital-stoic-org/agent-skills/tree/main/dstoic/skills/pick-model
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/digital-stoic-org/agent-skills --skill pick-model

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Selecting the right Claude model for a given task to balance cost, speed, and accuracy.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Decision matrix evaluation: Analyzes the task description against a multi-domain model decision matrix to recommend a suitable model.
  • Rationale & formatting: Provides a concise justification and a ready-to-use recommendation for downstream steps.
  • Use Case: Before starting a high-stakes analysis or development task, quickly determine the most appropriate Claude model to optimize outcomes.

Quick Start

Provide a task description and ask for a model recommendation.

Frequently Asked Questions about pick-model

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I choose the best Claude model for a specific task?▼

To choose the best Claude model, you provide a task description for evaluation against a decision matrix that balances cost, speed, and accuracy. The analysis outputs a model recommendation with a concise rationale for your specific requirements.

What is Claude model selection based on when balancing cost and speed?▼

Claude model selection is based on evaluating task descriptions against a multi-domain decision matrix to balance cost, speed, and accuracy. This mechanism provides a ready-to-use recommendation tailored to technical, business, or creative work.

Can I use this model-selection approach for both technical and creative work?▼

Yes, you can use this model-selection approach for technical tasks, business analysis, and creative content work. It evaluates your specific task description against a decision matrix to ensure the recommendation suits any domain.

Does this decision matrix require any specific dependencies or components?▼

No, this decision matrix requires no specific dependencies or components to function. You simply provide a task description and ask for a model recommendation to receive a formatted result for downstream consumption.

What's the best way to get a model recommendation before starting high-stakes analysis?▼

The best way to get a model recommendation before high-stakes analysis is to provide a detailed task description for decision matrix evaluation. This yields an optimal model choice with justification to balance cost, speed, and accuracy.

How does the task-analysis process format its model recommendation for downstream consumption?▼

The task-analysis process formats its model recommendation as a ready-to-use output with a concise justification. This ensures the selected Claude model can be directly consumed by downstream steps in your workflow.