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compound-v-brainstorm

Generate structured decision-ready brainstorms for complex features or refactors.

Updated Feb 7, 2026
Search Tags:#design#planning#feature#brainstorm#decision-making#acceptance-criteria#risk-analysis
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/shermanhuman/promptherder --skill compound-v-brainstorm
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: compound-v-brainstorm
Source: https://github.com/shermanhuman/promptherder/tree/main/compound-v/skills/compound-v-brainstorm
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shermanhuman/promptherder --skill compound-v-brainstorm

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation of a structured brainstorm for complex features or design changes, turning ambiguity into a clear plan of action.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured template: Generates goals, constraints, risks, options, recommendation, and acceptance criteria in a ready-to-use format.
  • Context-aware: Encourages research-first steps to understand existing context before proposing options.
  • Use Case: Before implementing a non-trivial feature or refactor, run this skill to align stakeholders and define success criteria.

Quick Start

Provide a brief scenario (e.g., "I need a structured brainstorm for adding a new authentication flow") and request the AI to generate a full brainstorm using the prescribed template.

Frequently Asked Questions about compound-v-brainstorm

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a brainstorm for a complex feature or refactor?▼

A structured brainstorm for complex features includes goals, constraints, risk analysis, options, recommendations, and acceptance criteria, enabling stakeholders to align and implementation to proceed with a clear path forward.

What is the best way to explore design alternatives before implementation?▼

Using a structured brainstorming template ensures you research existing context first, enabling rapid exploration of alternatives and yielding a decision-ready recommendation for design changes.

Can I use a structured brainstorm to define acceptance criteria and risk analysis?▼

Yes, structured brainstorms enforce a predefined template that explicitly captures risk analysis and acceptance criteria alongside goals and constraints, producing a ready-to-use format for non-trivial features.

When do I need a decision-ready brainstorm for product planning?▼

You need a decision-ready brainstorm for complex features or design changes where ambiguity exists, turning undefined scenarios into a clear plan of action to align stakeholders before implementation.

Does this brainstorming approach work for non-trivial implementation scenarios?▼

Yes, this brainstorming approach applies to non-trivial implementation scenarios by enforcing a structured template that captures context and explores alternatives, ensuring the output guides implementation directly.

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