ai-reasoning

Identify planning tasks and apply DSPy reasoning strategies with structured plans.

11|1|Updated Feb 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lebsral/DSPy-Programming-not-prompting-LMs-skills --skill ai-reasoning
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: ai-reasoning
Source: https://github.com/lebsral/DSPy-Programming-not-prompting-LMs-skills/tree/main/skills/ai-reasoning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lebsral/DSPy-Programming-not-prompting-LMs-skills --skill ai-reasoning

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps AI systems tackle tasks that require planning, multi-step reasoning, and structured problem-solving, bridging the gap between simple prompts and reliable outcomes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • ChainOfThought: provides step-by-step reasoning traces to diagnose and improve answers.
  • ProgramOfThought: lets the AI generate and run code for computations, data manipulation, and date handling.
  • MultiChainComparison: evaluates multiple reasoning approaches and selects the best solution.
  • Self-Discovery: enables dynamic strategy selection and planning for complex problems.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to break down a hard problem, plan a multi-step approach, and execute a structured reasoning process.

Frequently Asked Questions about ai-reasoning

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

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How do I use structured AI reasoning to plan a multi-step workflow?

Structured AI reasoning plans a multi-step workflow by identifying complex tasks and applying DSPy strategies like ChainOfThought and Self-Discovery to generate step-by-step traces and structured execution plans.

What is the best way to apply multi-step reasoning for complex problem-solving?

The best way to apply multi-step reasoning is using strategies like MultiChainComparison to evaluate multiple approaches and Self-Discovery for dynamic strategy selection, ensuring reliable outcomes for complex problems.

How does ChainOfThought improve AI planning for hard problems?

ChainOfThought improves AI planning by providing step-by-step reasoning traces that diagnose intermediate steps, helping evaluate reasoning quality and optimize the overall approach for hard problems.

Can I use AI reasoning to generate and run code for data manipulation?

Yes, you can use the ProgramOfThought reasoning pattern to let AI generate and run code specifically for computations, data manipulation, and date handling within a structured problem-solving workflow.

When do I need guardrails for evaluating AI reasoning quality?

You need guardrails for evaluating AI reasoning quality when tackling complex tasks that require multi-step planning, ensuring the selected reasoning patterns produce reliable and accurate structured outcomes.