office-hours

Converts vague product ideas into a structured design brief and actionable plan via guided office-hours workflow.

1|Updated Mar 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/westn/gstack-pi-port --skill office-hours-westn
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: office-hours
Source: https://github.com/westn/gstack-pi-port/tree/main/port/gstack/office-hours
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/westn/gstack-pi-port --skill office-hours-westn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Founders often struggle to convert vague product ideas into concrete design plans and actionable next steps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Two-mode approach: Startup mode for validating product ideas and Builder mode for brainstorming design-thinking sessions.
  • Proactively generate a design doc draft and a plan before key reviews (e.g., CEO or Eng reviews).
  • Saves design docs to track decisions and future work.

Quick Start

Describe your idea and goals, and I will generate a YC-style office-hours design doc to guide your session.

Frequently Asked Questions about office-hours

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

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How do I convert a vague product idea into a structured design brief?

To convert a vague product idea into a structured design brief, you provide your goals, target users, constraints, and success metrics. The guided office hours workflow processes these inputs to generate a draft design doc and actionable next steps.

What is a design doc draft used for before a startup engineering review?

A design doc draft is used to validate product ideas and track decisions before engineering or CEO reviews. It proactively structures your brainstorming session into an actionable plan, ensuring alignment before any code is written.

How do I run a design-thinking brainstorming session for a new startup idea?

You run a design-thinking brainstorming session by using Builder mode. You input your initial idea and goals, and the system outputs guiding questions and a structured plan to direct the design-thinking workflow.

Can I use this guided office hours workflow for both startup ideation and design reviews?

Yes, you can use this guided office hours workflow for both startup ideation and design reviews. It features Startup mode for validating product ideas and Builder mode for brainstorming design-thinking sessions.

What inputs do I need to prepare for a YC-style office hours design doc?

To prepare for a YC-style office hours design doc, you need to provide your user goals, target users, constraints, and success metrics. These inputs allow the system to generate a structured design brief and actionable plan.