prime

Establish explicit assumptions, goals, and tradeoffs before coding.

1|Updated Mar 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kenbanks-peng/skills --skill prime-kenbanks-peng
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: prime
Source: https://github.com/kenbanks-peng/skills/tree/main/prime
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kenbanks-peng/skills --skill prime-kenbanks-peng

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Prime the coding process by ensuring explicit assumptions, goals, and boundaries are established to prevent miscommunication and scope creep.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Explicit thinking prompts to surface assumptions and tradeoffs before coding.
  • Simplicity-first guidelines that minimize scope and avoid over-engineering.
  • Goal-driven planning with verifiable steps to enable safe, auditable changes.

Quick Start

Ask for explicit assumptions and a plan before coding to ensure clarity and traceable progress.

Frequently Asked Questions about prime

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

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How do I prevent scope creep when starting a new coding project?▼

Prevent scope creep by enforcing upfront planning that states explicit assumptions, goals, and boundaries before coding begins. This structured approach minimizes scope, avoids over-engineering, and ensures safe, traceable project execution.

What is the best way to surface technical assumptions before implementation?▼

Surface technical assumptions by applying explicit thinking prompts that force the documentation of tradeoffs and boundaries before coding starts. This establishes goal-driven planning with verifiable, auditable steps for clear decision-making.

Why does my coding workflow lack traceable progress and safe changes?▼

Your workflow lacks traceable progress because it skips goal-driven planning with verifiable steps. Establishing explicit assumptions and boundaries upfront enables safe, auditable changes and surgical execution from ideation to implementation.

How do I apply simplicity-first guidelines to avoid over-engineering?▼

Apply simplicity-first guidelines by enforcing minimalism and surgical changes during development. Structuring the workflow around goal-driven planning prevents over-engineering, keeping scope tight and ensuring every coding step remains auditable.