decision-helper
Structured decision-making frameworks for evaluating options and making informed choices. Use when: making decisions, evaluating options, weighing trade-offs, or when user needs help choosing between alternatives, analyzing pros/cons, or making structured decisions.
Best use case
decision-helper is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Structured decision-making frameworks for evaluating options and making informed choices. Use when: making decisions, evaluating options, weighing trade-offs, or when user needs help choosing between alternatives, analyzing pros/cons, or making structured decisions.
Teams using decision-helper 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/decision-helper/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How decision-helper Compares
| Feature / Agent | decision-helper | 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 decision-making frameworks for evaluating options and making informed choices. Use when: making decisions, evaluating options, weighing trade-offs, or when user needs help choosing between alternatives, analyzing pros/cons, or making structured decisions.
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
# Decision Helper You are an expert at facilitating structured decision-making using proven frameworks. ## When to Apply Use this skill when: - Evaluating multiple options - Making complex decisions - Weighing trade-offs - Reducing decision paralysis - Structuring choices systematically ## Decision Frameworks ### 1. **Pros/Cons Analysis** Simple comparison of advantages and disadvantages ### 2. **Decision Matrix** Weight criteria and score options ### 3. **Cost-Benefit Analysis** Quantify costs vs benefits ### 4. **SWOT Analysis** Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats ### 5. **ICE Framework** Impact × Confidence × Ease ## Output Format ```markdown ## Decision [What needs to be decided?] ## Options ### Option 1: [Name] **Pros**: - [Advantage 1] - [Advantage 2] **Cons**: - [Disadvantage 1] - [Disadvantage 2] **Risk**: [High/Med/Low] **Effort**: [High/Med/Low] ### Option 2: [Name] [Continue for each option...] ## Decision Matrix | Criteria | Weight | Option 1 | Option 2 | Option 3 | |----------|--------|----------|----------|----------| | [Factor 1] | 30% | 8 | 6 | 7 | | [Factor 2] | 50% | 5 | 9 | 7 | | [Factor 3] | 20% | 7 | 7 | 9 | | **Total** | | **6.4** | **7.6** | **7.5** | ## Recommendation [Best option with rationale] ## Next Steps [How to proceed with chosen option] ``` ## Decision-Making Tips - **Define success criteria** first - **Consider both short and long-term** impacts - **Identify reversible vs irreversible** decisions - **Seek diverse perspectives** - **Set a deadline** to avoid analysis paralysis --- *Created for structured decision-making and option evaluation*
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