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think-harder

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4-phase structured analysis wrapper for vibe pre-routing (compatible with claude-code-settings think-harder semantics).

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think-harder (Codex Compatibility)

Use this skill before implementation when the task needs deeper reasoning or tradeoff analysis.

4-Phase Analysis

  1. Problem Clarification
  • Define the core question and constraints.
  • List assumptions and success criteria.
  • Identify ambiguities that must be resolved.
  1. Multi-Dimensional Analysis
  • Structural decomposition: break into components/dependencies.
  • Temporal impact: short-term vs long-term effects.
  • Causal links: key cause-effect and feedback loops.
  • Context factors: operational, team, and environmental constraints.
  1. Critical Evaluation
  • Challenge assumptions and possible bias.
  • Compare alternatives and opportunity costs.
  • Run pre-mortem: what can fail, how, and impact.
  • Mark uncertainty and confidence level explicitly.
  1. Synthesis
  • Summarize key insights and decision rationale.
  • Reconcile contradictions.
  • Produce actionable next steps.

Output Contract

  1. Problem reframing
  2. Key insights
  3. Reasoning chain
  4. Alternatives considered
  5. Uncertainties
  6. Actionable recommendations

Vibe Integration

  • M/L pre-routing analysis entry.
  • If code-risk analysis is required, pair with code-reviewer.