kata-brainstorm

Generate, critique, and refine ideas via paired Explorer/Challenger debates.

1|Updated Jan 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gannonh/kata-marketplace --skill kata-brainstorm
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: kata-brainstorm
Source: https://github.com/gannonh/kata-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/kata/skills/kata-brainstorm
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gannonh/kata-marketplace --skill kata-brainstorm

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Brainstorming sessions are often unstructured, noisy, and hard to reproduce. This Skill provides a repeatable framework that pairs Explorer and Challenger agents to collaboratively generate ideas, rigorously critique them, and converge on robust proposals.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured pairs: Three Explorer/Challenger pairs guide ideation across multiple lenses (e.g., quick wins, high value, radical new directions).
  • Iterative debate: Challengers critique explorers' ideas through 2-3 rounds of debate to surface weakness and refine proposals.
  • Customizable scope: Users can adjust the number of pairs, remits, and focus areas to align with product strategy, roadmap planning, or ideation sprints.

Quick Start

To begin, invoke the skill to generate a project brief and spawn paired agents. Provide prompts like "brainstorm options for the next release" or "generate ideas for new product directions." The agents will write outputs to a timestamped planning directory for review.

Frequently Asked Questions about kata-brainstorm

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure brainstorming sessions for product strategy using paired agents?

Structured brainstorming sessions use paired Explorer and Challenger agent teams to generate, critique, and refine product strategy ideas. This framework enforces a stepwise workflow with iterative debate rounds to converge on robust proposals.

What is the best way to run feature exploration and roadmap ideation with AI?

AI-assisted feature exploration uses three parallel Explorer/Challenger pairs across multiple lenses like quick wins and radical directions. Challengers critique ideas through 2-3 rounds of debate to surface weaknesses and refine roadmap proposals.

How do I start an ideation sprint with customizable agent pairs?

To start an ideation sprint, invoke the skill to generate a project brief and spawn paired agents. Provide prompts like brainstorming options for the next release, and outputs are written to a timestamped planning directory for review.

Can I adjust the number of agent pairs for different product management tasks?

Yes, you can customize the number of agent pairs, remits, and focus areas to align with specific product management tasks. This flexibility supports diverse objectives from roadmap planning to targeted ideation sprints.

How does the iterative debate process work during AI-assisted brainstorming?

The iterative debate process involves Challenger agents critiquing Explorer agents' ideas through 2-3 structured rounds. This surfaces weaknesses in proposals and refines them into robust concepts before final convergence.