blind-spot-scan

Map problem spaces across seven dimensions to identify blind spots.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/d4vidc4rson/paralogy-divergent-thinking-tools --skill blind-spot-scan-d4vidc4rson
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: blind-spot-scan
Source: https://github.com/d4vidc4rson/paralogy-divergent-thinking-tools/tree/main/skills/blind-spot-scan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/d4vidc4rson/paralogy-divergent-thinking-tools --skill blind-spot-scan-d4vidc4rson

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Blind Spot Scan helps teams ensure their ideation covers the full problem space by identifying gaps that get overlooked during brainstorming sessions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Seven-dimension mapping: maps stakeholders, resources, time, postures, value, mechanisms, and failure modes before generating ideas.
  • Pre-generation guidance: produces a full map to decide which regions to prioritize for creative work.
  • Post-generation coverage check: reports which regions are covered, which are missing, and where ideas concentrate.
  • Real-world use case: before a brainstorming session, run the scan to ensure no critical domain or stakeholder is omitted.

Quick Start

Use the tool to map your problem space and then decide which regions to focus on before you begin ideation.

Frequently Asked Questions about blind-spot-scan

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

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What is problem space mapping and how does it reveal blind spots in brainstorming?

Problem space mapping reveals blind spots by charting seven dimensions—stakeholders, resources, time, postures, value, mechanisms, and failure modes—to identify overlooked gaps before or after ideation. This structured approach ensures comprehensive coverage across all domains.

How do I check brainstorming coverage and find missing dimensions after ideation?

Check brainstorming coverage by running a post-generation scan that reports which mapped regions contain ideas, which are empty, and where concepts concentrate. This highlights missing dimensions and areas needing further ideation.

Can I use blind spot scanning to guide brainstorming before it starts?

Yes, you can use blind spot scanning in pre-generation mode to produce a full problem space map. This helps decide which regions to prioritize for creative work, ensuring no critical domain or stakeholder is omitted before ideation begins.

What are the limitations of using a seven-dimension map for problem space coverage?

The seven-dimension map is limited to identifying gaps within its fixed framework of stakeholders, resources, time, postures, value, mechanisms, and failure modes. It coordinates with generation skills to report coverage but does not generate ideas itself.

Does problem space mapping work across different domains and problem types?

Problem space mapping applies across domains and problem types without requiring specific dependencies. The seven-dimension blind spot scan is designed to map any problem space and coordinate with generation skills universally.

Blind Spot Scan vs other brainstorming coverage tools: what makes this approach different?

Unlike other brainstorming tools, this approach uses a defined seven-dimension map to systematically check coverage and surface empty regions. It supports both pre-generation guidance and post-generation checks to coordinate with generation skills.