kaizen

Applies Lean Kaizen methods to analyze and document software problems.

38|5|Updated Dec 18, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Svenja-dev/claude-code-skills --skill kaizen-svenja-dev
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Skill: kaizen
Source: https://github.com/Svenja-dev/claude-code-skills/tree/main/skills/kaizen
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Svenja-dev/claude-code-skills --skill kaizen-svenja-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured, repeatable approach to identify and solve software quality issues by applying Lean manufacturing principles (Kaizen) to development workflows, helping teams improve speed and reliability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured problem-solving templates: 5 Whys, Ishikawa (Fishbone), and PDCA guidance embedded in prompts and examples.
  • Guided improvement cycles: Helps teams plan, implement, check, and act on small, incremental improvements during bug fixes, refactors, or production incidents.
  • Reusable playbooks: Quick-start templates for bug analysis, code review, and incident post-mortems that can be adapted to any TypeScript/React project.

Quick Start

Copy the kaizen skill prompts into a new conversation and start with a simple bug or refactor. Use the included patterns to ask Why five times, map causes, and draft a PDCA plan with concrete next steps. No extra setup required.

Frequently Asked Questions about kaizen

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

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How do I structure a post-mortem for a production incident using Lean methods?

Structure a production incident post-mortem using Lean Kaizen templates like 5 Whys, Ishikawa, and PDCA to map root causes and document concrete next steps. This approach guides teams through small, incremental improvements to speed and reliability.

What is the best way to perform root cause analysis on a bug in a TypeScript React project?

Perform root cause analysis on a TypeScript React bug using structured problem-solving templates. Apply the 5 Whys method and Ishikawa diagrams to guide thinking, identify causes, and draft a PDCA plan for incremental fixes.

Can I use the 5 Whys technique for code review and refactoring tasks?

Yes, you can use the 5 Whys technique for code review and refactoring tasks. The skill provides reusable playbooks that embed 5 Whys, Ishikawa, and PDCA prompts to guide structured continuous improvement during software quality cycles.

Does continuous improvement with PDCA require any specific setup for my development workflow?

No extra setup is required to apply PDCA continuous improvement to your development workflow. You copy the prompts into a new conversation and start with a simple bug or refactor to plan, implement, check, and act on improvements.

When should I use an Ishikawa diagram instead of just asking why five times?

Use an Ishikawa diagram instead of 5 Whys when a software problem involves multiple intersecting causes rather than a single root cause. The Ishikawa template maps various contributing factors, while 5 Whys drills down a linear path.

Why does my team need a structured template for continuous improvement?

Your team needs a structured continuous improvement template to apply Lean manufacturing principles to development workflows. This repeatable approach identifies and solves software quality issues during bug fixes and refactors, improving speed and reliability.