grill-me

Guide one-question-at-a-time interviews to surface hidden decisions in plans.

Updated May 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cmetech/otto-cli --skill grill-me-cmetech
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: grill-me
Source: https://github.com/cmetech/otto-cli/tree/main/src/resources/skills/grill-me
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cmetech/otto-cli --skill grill-me-cmetech

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This interview framework identifies hidden assumptions and surface dependencies by enforcing a controlled, sequential questioning process that builds a shared mental model of the plan.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • ONE QUESTION AT A TIME: preserves dependency order and reduces cognitive load by focusing the discussion on a single decision point before moving on.
  • RECOMMENDATION-DRIVEN: each question ships with a recommended answer and a concise rationale to steer the user toward alignment.
  • Decision-tree capture: maps open decisions and branches to ensure every cross-cutting impact is addressed, with optional artifacts for DECISIONS or CONTEXT docs.

Quick Start

Initiate Question 1 on your current plan and let the assistant provide a Recommendation and alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions about grill-me

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I identify hidden decisions in a project plan?

Identify hidden decisions by conducting a one-question-at-a-time interview of your plan to enforce dependency-order interrogation. This sequential process surfaces cross-cutting impacts and outputs an actionable set of captured decisions.

What is the best way to align stakeholders on under-specified product plans?

Align stakeholders on under-specified plans using a sequential, one-question-at-a-time interview framework to build a shared mental model. This recommendation-driven approach provides recommended answers and rationale to steer the group toward alignment.

How do I map a decision tree for project management risks?

Map a decision tree for project risks by sequentially interrogating open plan branches to capture dependencies. This strict questioning process ensures every cross-cutting impact is addressed and outputs a DECISIONS artifact.

Can I use a one-question-at-a-time interview for design planning conversations?

Yes, you can use this sequential interview framework for design planning conversations to reduce cognitive load. It focuses discussion on a single decision point before moving on, making it applicable for hand-wavy or under-specified design contexts.

How does a recommendation-driven interview reduce planning risks?

A recommendation-driven interview reduces planning risks by shipping each question with a recommended answer and concise rationale. This steers users toward alignment while mapping open decision branches to address cross-cutting impacts.

What should I do when a project plan feels hand-wavy and lacks alignment?

When a project plan feels hand-wavy, initiate a one-question-at-a-time interview to surface hidden assumptions and dependencies. This controlled process maps open decisions and outputs actionable artifacts like DECISIONS or CONTEXT docs.