council-here

Review the current conversation with a structured six-lens critique.

10|11|Updated Feb 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/amplifier-bundle-skills --skill council-here
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: council-here
Source: https://github.com/microsoft/amplifier-bundle-skills/tree/main/skills/council-here
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/amplifier-bundle-skills --skill council-here

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill convenes a structured expert panel on the current conversation or work-in-progress, so you can get rigorous critique of what is being discussed right now without switching to an isolated review.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Inline Council Review: Analyzes the live session context rather than a separate file, repo, or diff.
  • Six-Lens Critique: Applies intent, simplicity, cost, realism, user impact, and testability perspectives to the current plan or decision.
  • Recorded Dissent: Preserves disagreements instead of forcing false consensus, making tradeoffs explicit for human judgment.
  • Use Case: Use it when you want feedback on a design, plan, or decision you are actively shaping in chat and need a careful, multi-perspective review.

Quick Start

Ask council-here to review the current plan in this conversation and surface the main risks, tradeoffs, and dissent.

Frequently Asked Questions about council-here

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

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How do I get multi-perspective critique on a design decision in my current conversation?

To get multi-perspective critique on a design decision in your current conversation, use an inline council review. It analyzes the live session context rather than a separate file, applying six distinct lenses to the ongoing discussion to surface risks and tradeoffs.

Can I review a live planning discussion without switching to an isolated file diff?

Yes, you can review a live planning discussion without switching to an isolated file diff. This approach evaluates the active work-in-progress directly within the chat session, providing structured feedback on the current decision-making context instead of requiring a separate repository review.

How does structured consensus review handle disagreements and tradeoffs?

Structured consensus review handles disagreements by preserving explicit recorded dissent rather than forcing false consensus. It evaluates the current plan through multiple lenses and makes tradeoffs visible, leaving the final judgment to the human decision-maker.

What perspectives are applied during a structured critique of a work-in-progress plan?

During a structured critique of a work-in-progress plan, six specific perspectives are applied: intent, simplicity, cost, realism, user impact, and testability. These lenses ensure a comprehensive evaluation of the design or decision being actively shaped.

When should I use inline conversation feedback instead of isolated file review?

You should use inline conversation feedback instead of isolated file review when you need rigorous critique of a design, plan, or decision actively being shaped in chat. It is ideal for live planning sessions requiring immediate, multi-lens evaluation without breaking your workflow.