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brainstorming

Detects starting state and applies Escape, Expand, or Diverge-Converge modes to generate ideas.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#brainstorming#ideation#problem-solving#creative-process#session-tracking#divergent-thinking
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jjjermiah/dot-agents --skill brainstorming-jjjermiah
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: brainstorming
Source: https://github.com/jjjermiah/dot-agents/tree/main/src/dot-agents/skills/brainstorming
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jjjermiah/dot-agents --skill brainstorming-jjjermiah

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Structured ideation and creative problem-solving across any domain. Detects starting state (stuck, seed, or open) and applies appropriate techniques: escaping convergent thinking traps, expanding half-formed ideas, or systematic generation and selection.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detects starting state: Stuck, Seed, or Open, and applies the corresponding mode (Escape Mode, Expand Mode, Diverge-Converge Mode) to guide the session.
  • Session tracking: maintains progress cues like current mode, ideas captured, and convergence status.
  • Seed expansion: supports S1-S5 seed states to develop ideas with structured expansion and stress testing.
  • Reference-guided prompts: leverages reference patterns for convergence blind spots and domain patterns to diversify thinking.

Quick Start

Initiate a brainstorming session by selecting your starting point (Stuck, Seed, or Open) and follow the guided modes to generate and refine ideas.

Frequently Asked Questions about brainstorming

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a brainstorming session when I am completely stuck?▼

To expand a seed idea, the session applies Expand Mode to support S1-S5 seed states with structured expansion and stress testing. This develops your half-formed ideas into robust concepts by applying reference-guided prompts to diversify thinking and identify convergence blind spots.

What is the best way to track divergent and convergent thinking during ideation?▼

The best way to track ideation is through session tracking, which maintains progress cues including current mode, ideas captured, and convergence status. This ensures systematic generation and selection throughout your creative problem-solving workflow.

Can I use this structured ideation process for any domain or problem type?▼

Yes, you can use this structured ideation process for any domain. It adapts to starting states like Stuck, Seed, or Open, and applies mode-based ideation techniques to guide problem-solving and creative generation across diverse fields.

How do I avoid convergence blind spots when generating creative ideas?▼

To avoid convergence blind spots during creative idea generation, the session leverages reference-guided patterns and domain models to diversify thinking. These creativity guardrails systematically highlight overlooked areas and prevent premature narrowing of ideas.

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