Pre-Mortem-Skill
Structured premortem failure analysis for plans and decisions
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FAQPage SchemaHow to install Pre-Mortem-Skill?▼
Run `npx skills add MADEVAL/Pre-Mortem-Skill --all -g -y` in your terminal to install this skill globally.
What is a premortem analysis?▼
A premortem assumes your plan already failed and works backward to identify every reason why, before you commit. This skill automates Gary Klein's method with likelihood and impact scoring, deep-dives, and a revised plan.
When should I run a premortem?▼
Use it before high-cost, still-reversible commitments like product launches, pricing changes, hires, or strategy pivots. Skip it for vague ideas, factual questions, or decisions that are already irreversible.
What outputs does the premortem produce?▼
It generates a visual HTML report with a likelihood-by-impact quadrant chart plus a full markdown transcript. You also get a short chat summary with the most likely failure, hidden assumption, top revision, and your committed action.
Does Pre-Mortem-Skill work with any AI assistant?▼
Yes. It follows the standard SKILL.md format and works with any compatible assistant, including Claude Code, Cursor, and similar tools.
