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Spot patterns appearing in 3+ domains to find universal principles

Recognize when disagreements reveal valuable context, preserve multiple valid approaches instead of forcing premature resolution

Sync local skills repository with upstream changes from obra/superpowers-skills

Systematically trace bugs backward through call stack to find original trigger

Test at extremes (1000x bigger/smaller, instant/year-long) to expose fundamental truths hidden at normal scales

Contribute skills back to upstream via branch and PR

Find one insight that eliminates multiple components - "if this is true, we don't need X, Y, or Z

Understand how ideas evolved over time to find old solutions for new problems and avoid repeating past failures

Use when starting feature work that needs isolation from current workspace or before executing implementation plans - creates isolated git worktrees with smart directory selection and safety verifi...

Skills wiki intro - mandatory workflows, search tool, brainstorming triggers

Use when about to claim work is complete, fixed, or passing, before committing or creating PRs - requires running verification commands and confirming output before making any success claims; evide...

Dispatch to the right problem-solving technique based on how you're stuck