learn-user-research

Simulate user interviews with a persona and score coaching feedback.

5|2|Updated Mar 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tarunccet/pm-skills --skill learn-user-research
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: learn-user-research
Source: https://github.com/tarunccet/pm-skills/tree/main/pm-guided-learning/skills/learn-user-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tarunccet/pm-skills --skill learn-user-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Simulated user interview practice that helps product managers build confidence in conducting effective interviews, extract meaningful JTBD insights, and receive structured coaching feedback on technique and performance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Simulation Phase: AI plays a realistic user persona for a 10–15 exchange interview to practice open-ended questioning, probing, and rapport-building.
  • Coaching Debrief: After the simulation, the AI provides structured feedback across five dimensions (question quality, bias avoidance, insight extraction, interview flow, and technique usage) with concrete examples.
  • Phase 2 Optional Mini-Practice: Learners can run a brief second interview focused on improving a specific area based on debrief results.
  • Prerequisites: Learner context questions to personalize experience and adjust difficulty, including experience with interviews and learning goals.

Quick Start

Begin the interview by answering the two learner-context questions, then start the simulated user interview as Alex.

Frequently Asked Questions about learn-user-research

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

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How do I practice user interviews to extract JTBD insights for product management?

You can practice user interviews by engaging in a simulated 10–15 exchange scenario where the AI plays a realistic user persona, helping you probe for JTBD insights and build confidence in your interview technique.

What is the best way to get feedback on my qualitative research interview technique?

The best way to get feedback is through a structured coaching debrief that scores your interview technique across five dimensions: question quality, bias avoidance, insight extraction, interview flow, and technique usage.

Can I use this user interview coaching module if I have no prior product management experience?

Yes, you can use this coaching module regardless of experience level, as it begins with learner context questions to personalize the simulation and adjust difficulty based on your interview background and learning goals.

How does the simulated user interview practice workflow actually work?

The workflow operates in two phases: an opening context phase where you answer personalization questions, followed by the interview simulation itself where you conduct a 10–15 exchange conversation with a predefined user persona named Alex.

Can I run a second user interview to improve specific areas after receiving coaching feedback?

Yes, after the coaching debrief you can run a brief optional second interview focused on practicing and improving the specific areas identified in your feedback results.

What limitations should I expect when practicing user interviews with an AI persona?

The practice simulation is limited to a predefined Alex persona scenario and a 10–15 exchange conversation window, meaning you will not encounter varied user personas or extended interview formats within a single session.