using-superpowers

Discover and load relevant skills before responding to any request.

Updated Mar 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Phife726/ds_agent --skill using-superpowers-phife726
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: using-superpowers
Source: https://github.com/Phife726/ds_agent/tree/main/using-superpowers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Phife726/ds_agent --skill using-superpowers-phife726

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Use this Skill to establish how to discover and apply skills at the start of every conversation, ensuring the Skill tool is invoked before any response or clarifying question.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discovers relevant skills at the start of a conversation to guide behavior.
  • Enforces Skill tool invocation before any reply or clarifying question.
  • Loads skill guidance into context to ensure consistent, safe interactions.

Use Case: When a user requests brainstorming or planning, the AI first checks for applicable skills to shape the approach before responding.

Quick Start

In a new chat, instruct the AI to invoke the relevant skills before answering.

Frequently Asked Questions about using-superpowers

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I ensure AI invokes the right skills before replying to a prompt?

To ensure AI invokes the right skills before replying, you need a workflow that enforces skill discovery and application at the start of a conversation. This loads specific guidance into context before any response is generated.

What is the best way to automate skill discovery at the start of an AI conversation?

Automating skill discovery involves defining a clear workflow that checks for applicable skills before answering. This approach shapes the AI's behavior by loading relevant operational rules into context immediately.

Can I enforce safety and operational rules before an AI generates a response?

Yes, you can enforce safety and operational rules by invoking a skill discovery process before any reply. This loads selected guidance into context, ensuring the AI follows specific safety instructions consistently.

How do I stop AI from answering questions before checking for applicable workflow skills?

You can stop premature AI answers by establishing a workflow that requires invoking the Skill tool first. This forces the AI to discover and load relevant skill guidance before issuing any response or clarifying question.

Why does my AI response lack consistency when handling complex prompt-engineering tasks?

AI responses lack consistency when a skill invocation workflow is not established. By loading selected skill guidance into context at the start of every conversation, you ensure consistent behavior for complex prompt-engineering tasks.

Do I need to manually trigger skill invocation for every new chat session?

No, you define a clear workflow for skill discovery and application at the start of every conversation. Once instructed, the AI automatically invokes the relevant skills before answering, ensuring consistent behavior without manual triggers.