problem-solving

Avoiding the XY problem requires analyzing the stated problem (X) against the underlying goal (Y) before evaluating multiple solution approaches. This skill performs intent analysis to identify both, generating a scored rubric of alternatives to ensure the architecture reviews address the true root cause.

Comparing strategic tradeoffs is best handled by generating multiple viable solution approaches and applying a structured scoring rubric. This skill produces a templated intent and issue analysis report, evaluating factors like feasibility, impact, and risk to recommend the optimal path.

Structuring an intent analysis report involves defining the stated problem, identifying the underlying goal, and scoring alternative solutions against a rubric. This skill uses a predefined markdown template to output a structured report, ensuring complex decision-making is documented systematically.

Using a custom scoring rubric for feasibility, impact, and risk is supported through the skill's structured evaluation process. It applies these defined criteria to multiple generated solution approaches, allowing you to objectively compare architecture review options and strategic tradeoffs.

Diagnosing user intent benefits from comparing a default of five generated solution approaches. This skill automatically provides this set of viable solutions to evaluate against the underlying goal, ensuring comprehensive coverage for complex strategic decisions and tradeoffs.