aped-elicit

Generate structured critiques of selected drafts or decisions using elicitation methods.

2|Updated Mar 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yabafre/aped-claude --skill aped-elicit
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: aped-elicit
Source: https://github.com/yabafre/aped-claude/tree/main/src/templates/skills/aped-elicit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yabafre/aped-claude --skill aped-elicit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps you uncover hidden assumptions, weak reasoning, and unexamined risks by applying structured elicitation techniques to a target (a draft section, decision, or file).

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Choose a critique lens: Run one of several methods (e.g., Socratic questioning, first principles, pre-mortem, red team) to generate targeted counterpoints.
  • Iterate with explicit consent: Show an enhanced version side-by-side with what changed, then ask whether to apply updates.
  • Horizontal, phase-agnostic use: Invoke during PRD, architecture, story, review, or standalone to deepen scrutiny of the most recent substantive content.
  • Example use case: Apply it to your architecture decision to stress-test failure modes and validate the reasoning before you proceed.

Quick Start

Run aped-elicit on a specific file like aped-elicit {{OUTPUT_DIR}}/architecture.md to generate multiple critique options and enhance the most important section after you confirm the target.

Frequently Asked Questions about aped-elicit

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I run a pre-mortem analysis on a draft architecture decision?

Apply Socratic questioning to a draft PRD by targeting the file and selecting Socratic questioning as the critique lens. The skill generates deeper critique through structured elicitation, then shows an enhanced version side-by-side with the original content for your review.

What is the best way to stress-test ideas and uncover hidden assumptions in a document?

Stress-test ideas by applying structured elicitation techniques such as first principles or red team analysis to your target file. This process surfaces unexamined risks and weak reasoning, producing an enhanced version alongside a clear summary of changes.

Can I use structured critique methods like red teaming during a product review?

Yes, you can use red teaming and other critique methods horizontally across product, architecture, story, and review phases. The skill operates phase-agnostically to deepen scrutiny of any recent substantive content you select.

How do I apply elicitation-based changes to my file without losing control of the edits?

Elicitation-based changes require explicit user-consent gating before any edits are applied. The skill presents an enhanced version side-by-side with a summary of what changed, then asks for your confirmation to update the target.

When should I avoid using Socratic questioning for decision review?

Avoid using Socratic questioning when your target content lacks sufficient substantive detail for meaningful critique. The skill requires a substantive target like a file section or draft decision to generate effective counterpoints and deeper review.