spike

Decompose ideas into disposable experiments to validate feasibility before building.

9|3|Updated May 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jordanhubbard/mac --skill spike-jordanhubbard
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Skill: spike
Source: https://github.com/jordanhubbard/mac/tree/main/src/mac/_hermes/skills/software-development/spike
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jordanhubbard/mac --skill spike-jordanhubbard

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to quickly validate ideas by conducting disposable experiments, helping to determine feasibility and approach before committing to a full build.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Feasibility Testing: Validate ideas by breaking them down into smaller, testable questions.
  • ** disposable Experiments**: Create and discard experiments to explore and refine ideas.
  • Use Case: When considering a new feature for a software application, use this Skill to test different approaches and determine the most viable solution.

Quick Start

Use the spike skill to create a disposable experiment to test the feasibility of a new user interface design.

Frequently Asked Questions about spike

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I test software feature feasibility before committing to a full build?

Test software feature feasibility by creating disposable experiments that break down new approaches into smaller, testable questions to determine viability before building.

What is a disposable experiment in software development?

A disposable experiment in software development is a throwaway prototype used to validate the feasibility of an idea or approach, which is discarded after determining viability.

How do I decompose a new feature idea into testable components for prototyping?

Decompose a new feature idea into testable components by applying scripting and research skills to isolate smaller, testable questions that validate the overall approach.

When should I use throwaway prototyping to validate a new user interface design?

Use throwaway prototyping to validate a new user interface design when you need to quickly test different approaches and determine the most viable solution before committing.

Do I need scripting skills to run disposable experiments for software development?

Yes, you need scripting skills to run disposable experiments, as they are required to decompose ideas into testable components and validate different software development approaches.

What is the best way to validate a new software approach without building the entire feature?

The best way to validate a new software approach without a full build is conducting disposable experiments that explore and refine ideas to determine feasibility quickly.