scope

Restate goals, assumptions, and out-of-scope boundaries before executing complex operations.

2|Updated Jul 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/0xUrsanomics/utopia-os --skill scope-0xursanomics
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: scope
Source: https://github.com/0xUrsanomics/utopia-os/tree/main/skills/scope
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/0xUrsanomics/utopia-os --skill scope-0xursanomics

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill prevents costly rework and dangerous errors by forcing a structured restatement of tasks, surfacing hidden assumptions, and defining clear boundaries before any irreversible action is taken.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Assumption Surfacing: Automatically identifies and lists implicit assumptions in complex tasks to ensure alignment.
  • Blast Radius Analysis: Provides a mandatory helicopter view of downstream effects, dependencies, and reversibility for every proposed change.
  • Use Case: Before executing a complex code refactor or a mass data update, use this skill to restate the goal, list constraints, and confirm the blast radius with the user to ensure the agent's understanding matches the user's intent.

Quick Start

Use the scope skill to analyze my request and restate your understanding, assumptions, and the blast radius before you begin the task.

Frequently Asked Questions about scope

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

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How do I assess blast radius before executing irreversible infrastructure changes?

Assess blast radius before executing irreversible infrastructure changes by standardizing task scoping to restate goals, surface assumptions, and define out-of-scope boundaries. This enforces a mandatory confirmation gate to prevent dangerous errors.

What is assumption-first scoping for autonomous agent workflows?

Assumption-first scoping for autonomous agent workflows is a safety mechanism that forces a structured restatement of tasks, lists implicit assumptions, and defines clear boundaries before any autonomous action is executed.

How do I surface hidden assumptions in complex multi-hour tasks?

Surface hidden assumptions in complex multi-hour tasks by applying structured task scoping that requires explicit restatement of goals and constraints. This automatically identifies implicit assumptions to ensure alignment before execution.

Can I enforce a mandatory confirmation gate for high-stakes knowledge graph updates?

Yes, you can enforce a mandatory confirmation gate for high-stakes knowledge graph updates by applying assumption-first scoping. It requires confirming the blast radius and downstream effects before executing any autonomous action.

What is the best way to prevent costly rework during complex code refactoring?

Prevent costly rework during complex code refactoring by standardizing task scoping to restate the goal, list constraints, and confirm the blast radius with the user. This ensures the agent's understanding matches user intent before execution.

When do I need to define out-of-scope boundaries for risk management?

Define out-of-scope boundaries for risk management when preparing for high-stakes autonomous actions like mass data updates. This standardizes task scoping by requiring explicit boundaries before executing complex or irreversible operations.