process

Guide teams through five design thinking phases with templates and exercises.

Updated Mar 14, 2026
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Skill: process
Source: https://github.com/sodofi/design-thinking-skills/tree/main/site/process
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sodofi/design-thinking-skills --skill process-sodofi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The Design Thinking Process for The Synthesis provides a complete, hackathon-ready design thinking framework tailored for agentic infrastructure projects, with structured phases, templates, and worked examples.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Five-phase framework: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, Test, plus a Jobs-to-be-Done integration.
  • Exercises, templates, and worked examples that guide teams from problem discovery to prototype validation.
  • Practical guidance for applying design thinking to hackathon challenges and agentic infrastructure projects.

Quick Start

Begin with Phase 1: Empathize to map your user's journey.

Frequently Asked Questions about process

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

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What is a design thinking framework and how does it apply to hackathons?

A design thinking framework structures problem-solving into phases like Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test. It applies to hackathons by providing templates and exercises that guide teams from user research to prototype validation under tight time constraints.

How do I integrate Jobs-to-be-Done into a design thinking workshop?

Integrate Jobs-to-be-Done (JTBD) into design thinking by using it during the Define phase to frame user needs based on the progress they are trying to make, ensuring your prototype directly addresses those specific functional outcomes.

Can I use this design thinking process for agentic infrastructure projects without external tooling?

Yes, this design thinking process specifically guides teams in building agentic infrastructure without external tooling. It delivers practical exercises and templates to facilitate the entire workflow internally.

What is the best way to run user research during a fast-paced hackathon?

The best way to run user research during a hackathon is to start with Phase 1: Empathize to map your user's journey. This framework provides structured exercises to quickly capture and synthesize user needs.

Does this design thinking framework include templates for prototype validation?

Yes, the framework includes templates and worked examples for prototype validation. It covers the Test phase to help teams evaluate their agentic infrastructure solutions and iterate based on user feedback.