affinity-mapping

Cluster research nuggets and notes into thematically organized themes.

13|4|Updated Mar 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/henrique-simoes/Istara --skill affinity-mapping
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Skill: affinity-mapping
Source: https://github.com/henrique-simoes/Istara/tree/main/skills/define/affinity-mapping
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/henrique-simoes/Istara --skill affinity-mapping

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Auto-cluster research nuggets and notes into themes. Users can refine groupings interactively.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Auto-cluster Nuggets: automatically group notes, transcripts, and findings into thematically related clusters.
  • Interactive refinement: adjust groupings and re-score associations as new data arrives.
  • Provenance and scoring: preserve source references; attach confidence scores to themes and insights.

Quick Start

Group your notes into themes by running an affinity-mapping pass on the current project data.

Frequently Asked Questions about affinity-mapping

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I cluster qualitative research notes into themes?

Cluster qualitative research notes into themes by running an affinity-mapping pass that automatically groups transcripts and findings into thematically related clusters. This process organizes scattered qualitative data into structured Nuggets, Facts, and Insights.

What is affinity mapping and how does it work for qualitative data?

Affinity mapping is a technique that auto-clusters qualitative data like notes and transcripts into thematically organized groups. It applies a plan-execute-validate-report workflow to iteratively refine groupings and preserve source provenance.

Can I refine thematic groupings after auto-clustering my research notes?

Yes, you can interactively refine thematic groupings after auto-clustering your research notes. The workflow supports iterative refinement, allowing you to adjust groupings and re-score associations as new qualitative data arrives.

What's the best way to organize qualitative transcripts and findings into insights?

The best way to organize qualitative transcripts into insights is using an affinity-mapping workflow that outputs Nuggets, Facts, Insights, and Recommendations. This approach preserves source references and attaches confidence scores to validate themes.

Does affinity mapping preserve source references for research nuggets?

Yes, affinity mapping preserves source references for research nuggets. It maintains provenance throughout the clustering process and attaches confidence scores to themes and insights, ensuring traceability back to original qualitative data.