brainstorming

Generate Mermaid mindmaps, flowcharts, or sequence diagrams for brainstorming sessions.

32|3|Updated Sep 30, 2025

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npx skills add https://github.com/BulloRosso/etienne --skill brainstorming-bullorosso

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: brainstorming
Source: https://github.com/BulloRosso/etienne/tree/main/skill-repository/standard/optional/brainstorming
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BulloRosso/etienne --skill brainstorming-bullorosso

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Brainstorming sessions can be chaotic and hard to preserve ideas. This skill provides a structured, interactive way to collect ideas and visually organize thinking using Mermaid diagrams, with an automatically maintained ideation index and per-project isolation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Diagram-backed ideation: generate mindmaps, sequence diagrams, or flowcharts to capture and organize ideas.
Versioned artefacts: every change creates a backup and updates an ideas index to track evolution.
Project isolation: keep ideas scoped to a single ideation folder to prevent cross-project bleed.

Quick Start

Tell me what topic you want to brainstorm and I will create a Mermaid diagram and start collecting ideas.

Frequently Asked Questions about brainstorming

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I visually organize brainstorming ideas using Mermaid diagrams?▼

You can visually organize brainstorming ideas by generating structured Mermaid mindmaps, flowcharts, or sequence diagrams. The skill captures and maps your thoughts interactively while automatically maintaining a running index to track the evolution of your ideation sessions.

What is the best way to keep a versioned index of ideas across multiple projects?▼

The best way to maintain a versioned ideas index is to use per-project isolation within a dedicated ideation folder. Every change automatically creates a backup and updates the index, preventing cross-project bleed while tracking the evolution of your thoughts.

Can I generate sequence diagrams and flowcharts for collaborative brainstorming sessions?▼

Yes, you can generate sequence diagrams and flowcharts for collaborative brainstorming sessions. The approach supports both solo and collaborative environments, allowing teams to visually map out ideas together while keeping artifacts isolated per project.

How do I start a brainstorming session and map ideas step by step?▼

To start brainstorming and mapping ideas step by step, provide a topic and the system will create a Mermaid diagram to begin collecting concepts. A YAML frontmatter entry point in SKILL.md initializes the operational instructions for the session.

Does this brainstorming approach work without external dependencies or components?▼

Yes, this brainstorming approach works without external dependencies or components. It operates independently to generate Mermaid diagrams and maintain an ideas index, requiring only a topic input to begin structuring and visually mapping your thoughts.

Why use Mermaid mindmaps for ideation instead of standard text notes?▼

Mermaid mindmaps provide structured visual organization that standard text notes lack, preventing chaotic and hard-to-preserve brainstorming sessions. They automatically maintain a versioned ideas index, ensuring every change is backed up and tracked across isolated projects.