sequential-thinking
Structured thinking process for complex analysis. Supports revision, branching, and dynamic adjustment.
Best use case
sequential-thinking is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Structured thinking process for complex analysis. Supports revision, branching, and dynamic adjustment.
Teams using sequential-thinking should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/sequential-thinking/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How sequential-thinking Compares
| Feature / Agent | sequential-thinking | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Structured thinking process for complex analysis. Supports revision, branching, and dynamic adjustment.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
> **AI-consumed reference.** Optimized for Claude to read during execution.
> Human-readable explanation: see [docs/architecture/HIERARCHICAL_PLANNING.md](../../../docs/architecture/HIERARCHICAL_PLANNING.md)
> or [docs/getting-started/](../../../docs/getting-started/) depending on topic.
# Sequential Thinking
Use for complex problems requiring structured analysis before solution.
## Pattern
```
Thought 1/N: [Initial analysis — observations, assumptions]
Thought 2/N: [Build on previous — deeper analysis, connections]
Thought 3/N [REVISION of 1]: [Correct earlier assumptions — what was wrong, corrected view]
Thought 4/N [BRANCH A]: [Alternative approach — different angle, trade-offs]
Thought 5/N [FINAL]: [Synthesize solution — recommended approach, key decisions]
```
## Dynamic Adjustment
- **Expand** (complexity increases): add thoughts (N+1)
- **Contract** (simpler than expected): skip to FINAL
- **Branch** (multiple valid paths): create BRANCH A/B/C
## When to Use
```toon
use_cases[5]{scenario,thoughts}:
Architecture design,5-8
Bug root cause,3-5
Performance optimization,4-6
Security analysis,5-7
Refactoring strategy,4-6
```
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