think-tank-dialectic

Orchestrate a six-role dialectic panel to produce an Advance Decision Brief.

10|Updated Mar 18, 2026
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Skill: think-tank-dialectic
Source: https://github.com/cookys/autopilot/tree/main/skills/think-tank-dialectic
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cookys/autopilot --skill think-tank-dialectic

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Structured think-tank-dialectic resolves hard, irreversible decisions by forcing diverse perspectives through a 6-role panel, a formal restatement gate, and a guided synthesis, producing a robust, auditable decision record.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • 6-role panel: Architect, Product Director, Ops/SRE, QA Devil, Falsifier, Inverter, with R1 and R2 cycles.
  • Restate Gate and Silent Pre-Check to catch misframed problems before analysis.
  • Dialectic framing (Thesis, Antithesis) and a synthesis that transcends, plus a Minority Report for dissent.
  • Structured output: Advance Decision Brief including evidence, unresolved questions, and recommended next steps.
  • Use cases include architectural migrations, platform pivots, and strategic policy decisions where consensus is hard.

Quick Start

Initiate the Dialectic workflow for a hard decision and generate an Advance Decision Brief following the 8-step protocol.

Frequently Asked Questions about think-tank-dialectic

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

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What is structured deliberation for high-stakes decision-making?

Structured deliberation resolves hard, irreversible decisions by forcing diverse perspectives through a 6-role panel and formal restatement gate to produce a robust Advance Decision Brief.

How do I run a red-team analysis for an architectural migration?

Run a six-role dialectic panel including a Falsifier and Inverter, executing R1 independent analysis and R2 cross-examination to generate a formal Advance Decision Brief.

When do I need a minority report in strategic policy decisions?

A minority report is required when high consensus triggers auto-downgrade during dialectic framing, ensuring dissenting perspectives are formally documented alongside the synthesized decision brief.

Can I use cross-examination to catch misframed problems before synthesis?

Yes, a formal Restate Gate and Silent Pre-Check enforce cross-examination to catch misframed problems before R1 analysis, ensuring the final synthesis is built on accurate framing.

What is the best way to resolve irreversible platform pivots when consensus is hard?

The best way is a think-tank dialectic workflow that enforces budget rules across a six-role panel, producing a synthesis that transcends thesis and antithesis with an auditable decision record.

What are the limitations of using a 6-role panel for decision synthesis?

The 6-role panel requires strict budget rules and Hemlock enforcement, meaning it is limited to high-stakes decisions where the overhead of formal Restate Gate and cross-examination cycles is justified.