prioritize-assumptions

Prioritize product development assumptions by risk and learning value.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tylersahagun/elmer --skill prioritize-assumptions-tylersahagun
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Skill: prioritize-assumptions
Source: https://github.com/tylersahagun/elmer/tree/main/.cursor/skills/prioritize-assumptions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tylersahagun/elmer --skill prioritize-assumptions-tylersahagun

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams focus their efforts by identifying which assumptions carry the most risk and offer the greatest learning potential, guiding them toward the most impactful experiments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Assumption Scoring: Assigns scores to assumptions based on risk and learning value.
  • Prioritization: Ranks assumptions to determine the optimal order for experimentation.
  • Experiment Recommendation: Suggests the next best experiment to run based on the prioritized assumptions.
  • Use Case: A product team has a list of 20 assumptions about a new feature. This Skill helps them identify the top 3 assumptions to test first, saving resources and accelerating learning.

Quick Start

Use the prioritize-assumptions skill to rank the current list of assumptions.

Frequently Asked Questions about prioritize-assumptions

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

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How do I prioritize product assumptions for validation?

Prioritizing assumptions for validation involves scoring them based on risk and learning value. This process ranks your assumptions to determine the optimal experimentation order, helping teams focus resources on the most impactful product discovery tests.

What is the best way to rank assumptions by risk in product discovery?

Ranking assumptions by risk requires evaluating the potential impact of being wrong alongside the learning value of testing them. Assigning scores to these factors identifies which assumptions carry the highest risk and guide teams toward the most impactful experiments.

How do I choose which experiments to run first when testing feature assumptions?

Choosing which experiments to run first requires ranking your assumptions by risk and learning value. By identifying the top critical assumptions, you can systematically select the most impactful experiments to accelerate learning and save resources.

Can I integrate previous validation history into product assumption prioritization?

You can integrate validation history into assumption prioritization by incorporating past project state and validation results. Using validation history informs prioritization decisions, ensuring that previous experiment outcomes shape which assumptions you test next.

When do I need to start prioritizing assumptions in the product discovery phase?

You need to prioritize assumptions during the product discovery phase when you have multiple feature ideas but limited resources. It identifies the riskiest assumptions with the highest learning value, guiding the team toward impactful experiments before development.