idea-refine

Guide teams through a three-phase ideation workflow to structure concepts.

2|Updated Oct 28, 2022

Search Tags:#brainstorming #ideation #frameworks #innovation #product-management #phase-based

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npx skills add https://github.com/jmanuelrosa/dotfiles --skill idea-refine-jmanuelrosa

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Skill: idea-refine
Source: https://github.com/jmanuelrosa/dotfiles/tree/main/roles/ai/files/claude/skills/brainstorming
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jmanuelrosa/dotfiles --skill idea-refine-jmanuelrosa

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Guides teams to transform raw ideas into structured, actionable concepts through a formalized ideation process.

Core Features & Use Cases

Structured three-phase ideation (Understand & Expand, Evaluate & Converge, Sharpen & Ship)
Generates diverse idea variations using multiple frameworks and lenses
Provides an explicit rubric for evaluation and a Not Doing list to keep scope tight

Quick Start

Invoke the brainstorming session with an initial idea to begin Phase 1.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea-refine

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

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How do I turn raw product ideas into actionable concepts?▼

Structured ideation transforms raw ideas into actionable concepts by guiding cross-functional teams through a three-phase workflow: Understand & Expand, Evaluate & Converge, and Sharpen & Ship. It applies evaluation rubrics and variation frameworks to formalize early-stage product concepting.

What is the best way to structure an early-stage product ideation session?▼

The best way to structure an early-stage ideation session is using a phase-based framework. Start with Understand & Expand to generate diverse idea variations, move to Evaluate & Converge using an explicit rubric, and finish with Sharpen & Ship to define a tight scope and actionable concept.

How do I keep feature scoping tight during brainstorming?▼

Keep feature scoping tight during brainstorming by using an explicit evaluation rubric to filter ideas and maintaining a Not Doing list. This prevents scope creep by forcing teams to evaluate idea variations against strict criteria before converging on a final concept.

Can I use phase-based frameworks for cross-functional team ideation?▼

Yes, you can use phase-based frameworks for cross-functional team ideation. This approach applies structured phases like Understand & Expand and Evaluate & Converge to align diverse teams, ensuring raw ideas are systematically transformed into structured, actionable product concepts.

How do I evaluate and converge on product ideas during concepting?▼

Evaluate and converge on product ideas by applying an explicit evaluation rubric to the diverse idea variations generated during the expansion phase. This structured evaluation filters concepts based on set criteria, allowing teams to select the strongest ideas before sharpening the final scope.