brainstorming

Produces validated design documents from brainstorming sessions.

Updated Feb 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ytqh/agent-skills --skill brainstorming-ytqh
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: brainstorming
Source: https://github.com/ytqh/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/brainstorming
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ytqh/agent-skills --skill brainstorming-ytqh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams convert vague ideas into concrete designs through structured, iterative dialogue and collaborative refinement.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided questioning: ask questions one at a time to understand purpose, constraints, and success criteria.
  • Explore alternatives: propose 2-3 design approaches with trade-offs, then recommend a plan.
  • Design presentation: present the design in clear sections (200-300 words each) and validate incrementally.
  • Documentation: write the validated design to docs/plans/YYYY-MM-DD-<topic>-design.md and commit the document to git for traceability.

Quick Start

Start a brainstorming session by outlining the current project context, then ask one question at a time to refine the idea and draft the design in sequential 200-300 word sections.

Frequently Asked Questions about brainstorming

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn vague product ideas into concrete designs?

To turn vague product ideas into concrete designs, use a structured brainstorming workflow that asks guided questions to understand constraints, proposes 2-3 approaches with trade-offs, and validates designs iteratively.

What is the best way to document product design plans for traceability?

The best way to document product design plans for traceability is to write validated designs to a markdown file named docs/plans/YYYY-MM-DD-<topic>-design.md and commit the document directly to git.

How does guided brainstorming work for early product discovery?

Guided brainstorming for early product discovery works by asking questions one at a time to define purpose and success criteria, then presenting design sections incrementally in 200-300 word blocks for validation.

How do I compare design approaches during architecture planning?

To compare design approaches during architecture planning, request 2-3 alternative proposals with explicit trade-offs, then select a recommended plan based on your project's specific constraints and success criteria.

Can I use this brainstorming process for collaborative ideation with my team?

Yes, you can use this brainstorming process for collaborative ideation, as it converts vague ideas into concrete designs through structured, iterative dialogue and collaborative refinement with your team.