spike

Run disposable experiments through a structured validation loop.

Updated Jun 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Piaoxuemoli/qoobeeHermes --skill spike-piaoxuemoli
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Skill: spike
Source: https://github.com/Piaoxuemoli/qoobeeHermes/tree/main/hermes/skills/software-development/spike
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Piaoxuemoli/qoobeeHermes --skill spike-piaoxuemoli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables users to quickly validate ideas through disposable experiments, reducing the time and resources spent on developing unfeasible projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • ** disposable experiments**: Create throwaway experiments to test the feasibility of an idea.
  • validation loop: Follow a structured loop of decomposition, research, building, and verdict to validate ideas.
  • multi-spike ideas: Handle multi-spike ideas by aligning, researching, and building them sequentially.
  • comparison spikes: Build and compare different approaches to the same question for a head-to-head comparison.
  • frontier mode: Identify what to spike next based on existing spikes and potential risks.

Quick Start

Run the spike skill with the command: spike start <your-idea>.

Frequently Asked Questions about spike

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

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What is a spike in software engineering and when do I need to run one?

A spike is a disposable experiment to quickly validate an idea's feasibility before committing resources to full development. You need to run a spike when facing technical uncertainty, aiming to reduce the risk of building unfeasible projects.

How do I validate an idea using a structured feasibility experiment?

You validate an idea by following a structured loop of decomposition, research, building, and verdict. This process systematically tests the feasibility of a concept through a throwaway experiment to reach a conclusive outcome.

Can I compare multiple approaches to test the same technical idea?

Yes, you can build comparison spikes to evaluate different approaches to the same question. This allows you to perform a head-to-head comparison and identify the most viable path forward for your project.

How do I identify what technical risks to experiment on next?

You can use frontier mode to identify what to spike next. It analyzes existing spikes and potential risks within your project to determine the most critical areas requiring further disposable experiments.

Do I need to restructure my project to run throwaway experiments?

No, running throwaway experiments requires minimal setup and integrates directly with existing project structures. You can quickly start validating ideas without overhauling your current development environment.