interview

To clarify user intent before software design, conduct discovery conversations that surface assumptions, validate context, and reach mutual agreement on the problem and planned approach. This prevents misinterpretation and wasted effort on ambiguous requests.

The best way to validate assumptions during brainstorming is to ask targeted clarifying questions that uncover the WHY behind surface requests, ensuring alignment on goals and approach before generating solutions or taking action.

You need to conduct a requirements discovery interview whenever a request is ambiguous, could be misunderstood, or lacks clear context. It uncovers the WHY behind the request and achieves mutual agreement before proceeding with implementation.

Yes, you can use clarifying questions to surface context for recommendations. The discovery process works across contexts including recommendations and clarifications, validating assumptions and confirming goals before delivering proposed solutions.

Misalignment happens when processing ambiguous requests because hidden assumptions and unvalidated intent lead to acting on incorrect interpretations. Discovery conversations surface the true problem context and secure agreement before action is taken.

Yes, intent discovery works for software design, brainstorming, recommendations, and general clarifications. It standardizes the process of uncovering the WHY, validating assumptions, and reaching mutual agreement on problem definition across diverse contexts.