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grill-me

Interviews the user question-by-question to stress-test plans and design decisions.

4|Updated Feb 22, 2026
Search Tags:#architecture#decision tree#interview#design review#plan validation#questioning#stress test
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/FBakkensen/bc-agentic-dev-tools-marketplace --skill grill-me-fbakkensen
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: grill-me
Source: https://github.com/FBakkensen/bc-agentic-dev-tools-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/grill-me/skills/grill-me
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/FBakkensen/bc-agentic-dev-tools-marketplace --skill grill-me-fbakkensen

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Plans and designs often contain hidden assumptions, unresolved dependencies, and unexplored branches that only surface during implementation. This Skill systematically interrogates a plan through one-at-a-time questions until every decision branch is resolved and a shared understanding is reached. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Sequential Interrogation: Asks one question at a time with a recommended answer, waiting for feedback before continuing so the user is never overwhelmed. - Decision Tree Resolution: Walks each branch of the design tree, resolving dependencies between decisions one by one. - Codebase-Grounded Answers: Explores the codebase directly to answer questions when possible instead of asking the user. - Use Case: Before implementing a new feature, invoke the grill flow to have every aspect of your design challenged, from data model choices to error handling, until no open questions remain. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to grill you on your current plan or design document and answer each question as it comes.

Frequently Asked Questions about grill-me

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I stress-test a design plan before implementation?▼

Invoke the grill-me skill with your plan or design and it will interview you one question at a time, walking each branch of the decision tree. Each question includes a recommended answer, and the process continues until all dependencies between decisions are resolved.

What is the grill-me skill used for?▼

Grill-me is used to challenge plans and designs through relentless questioning until a shared understanding is reached. It is triggered when a user wants to be grilled on their design or explicitly mentions "grill me".

Does grill-me ask multiple questions at once?▼

No, it deliberately asks one question at a time and waits for feedback before continuing. Asking multiple questions simultaneously is avoided because it overwhelms the user and obscures dependencies between decisions.

Can grill-me answer questions from the codebase instead of asking me?▼

Yes, when a question can be answered by exploring the codebase, the skill investigates the code directly rather than asking the user. This keeps the interview focused on decisions only the user can make.

When should I not use an interview-style plan review?▼

Avoid it for trivial changes with no design ambiguity or when you need immediate implementation rather than deliberation. The sequential questioning process is thorough but time-intensive, so it suits significant design decisions best.

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