88 cognitive patterns — all open source. Each one encodes a proven analytical methodology so you bring the problem, not the framework.
Five Whys + Ishikawa systematic diagnosis
problemdepthChain-of-thought with transparent, auditable steps
problemdomainTestable hypotheses with experimental design
observationdomain5 intents × 3 investment levels — pattern detection, anomaly identification, and actionable insights
data_descriptiongoalintentinvestmentDecompose and reframe questions before answering
questiondepthDivergent ideation followed by convergent selection
topicgoalconstraintsSecurity, performance, and maintainability review
codelanguagefocus_areas5-category risk scoring with mitigation paths
decisiondepth4-scenario 2×2 matrix with signpost indicators
topictimeframePower-interest matrix with engagement strategy
projectReframe any content for a different audience
messagetarget_audienceJargon to plain language with a translation map
technical_texttarget_audience6-category probing questions on any statement
statementdepthIntegrate multiple sources into a coherent narrative
sourcesgoalMediate disputes and find win-win resolutions
conflictpartiesUncover the true intent behind any request
inputdepthPre-retrieval query analysis: classify, decompose, and rewrite (HyDE + step-back) before retrieval
querytask_typedomainGrounded RAG with citation, abstention, and +15% evidence recall (CRAG/Self-RAG/Chain-of-Note)
questioncontextmodeStructured state extraction — 2x recall over summarization at scale for agent memory
contentintentexisting_memorygoalDetect directional market movements from fragmented signals
data_descriptioncontext_sectionFind underserved needs and market white spaces
situationcontext_sectionStructured strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats
situationcontext_sectionSurface statistically and behaviourally unusual patterns
data_descriptioncontext_sectionMap causal chains from trigger to outcome
phenomenoncontext_sectionDraw structural analogies between domains
situationcontext_sectionSystematic idea generation beyond obvious solutions
topicconstraintsDesirability, feasibility, and viability evaluation
challengecontext_sectionHuman-centred design process from empathy to prototype
challengecontext_sectionVivid, audience-calibrated metaphors for complex concepts
conceptcontext_sectionStrip jargon without losing precision or accuracy
complex_textcontext_sectionStructure arguments for maximum persuasive impact
positionaudienceCraft stories that make data and analysis compelling
contentcontext_sectionStructured, specific, developmentally useful feedback
performancecontext_sectionEnsure every instruction is unambiguous and actionable
textcontext_sectionOptimise resource allocation across competing priorities
projectobjectiveRank initiatives by value, effort, and strategic fit
itemscriteriaSequence tasks with dependency and risk awareness
tasksdeadlineStructure long-form content before writing begins
topicaudienceIdentify and resolve ambiguities before they cause errors
statementcontext_sectionPropose specific interventions that reduce identified risks
challengecontext_sectionMap direct, indirect, and second-order impacts over time
situationcontext_sectionBreak complex concepts into layered, structured explanations
conceptcontext_sectionMulti-criteria decision analysis with explicit tradeoffs
decisioncontext_sectionHead-to-head comparison across user-defined dimensions
decisioncontext_sectionExplicit tradeoff mapping across competing values
decisioncontext_sectionFind solutions satisfying multiple competing objectives
decisioncontext_sectionRigorous cost-benefit with distributional effects
decisioncontext_sectionBreak complex problems into independently solvable parts
problemcontext_sectionFind the single constraint limiting the whole system
systemprocessDistinguish hard constraints from negotiable preferences
problemcontext_sectionMap hidden dependencies that make changes risky
projectobjectiveIdentify operational and development efficiency costs
processobjectiveMap the full solution space before committing to one path
problemcontext_sectionAnalyse cause-effect chains through time
observationcontext_sectionPlausible futures with probability weights and signposts
situationhorizonGround present decisions in relevant historical patterns
situationcontext_sectionDeep diagnostic with differential reasoning
observationsystemSystematic differential analysis with ruled-out alternatives
observationsystemAssess completeness and soundness of processes
systemobservationIntegrate perspectives from multiple frameworks
sourcestopicDetect recurring themes and inconsistencies across sources
data_descriptioncontext_sectionFind connections that span different fields or disciplines
sourcestopicMap reinforcing and balancing feedback loops
systemobservationFind the high-leverage points in a complex system
systemobservationIdentify emergent behaviours from component interactions
systemobservationMatch dysfunction to a known systemic archetype
systemobservationGenerate causal loop diagrams in structured format
systemcontext_sectionModel accumulations and flows in dynamic systems
systemcontext_sectionObserve and regulate the quality of reasoning itself
processcontext_sectionPlan, monitor, and adjust cognitive strategies
processcontext_sectionChoose the optimal thinking strategy for a problem type
problemcontext_sectionTurn experience into reusable mental models
situationcontext_sectionSystematically identify errors, omissions, and failure states
processcontext_sectionApply deontological, consequentialist, and virtue ethics
situationcontext_sectionNavigate genuine tensions between competing moral claims
conflictcontext_sectionMap each stakeholder's ethical position and interests
situationcontext_sectionResolve situations where core values conflict
situationcontext_sectionEvaluate net welfare outcomes across all affected groups
situationcontext_sectionProgressive support that withdraws as competence grows
conceptlearner_levelSchedule reviews for maximum long-term retention
conceptcontext_sectionTarget concepts just beyond the learner's current level
conceptlearner_levelPrevent overload by controlling complexity and pacing
complex_topiclearner_levelSurface and restructure misconceptions before teaching
conceptcontext_sectionObjective, behavioural assessment rubrics aligned to goals
conceptlearner_levelCheckpoints that reveal learning progress, not just outcomes
conceptlearner_levelSummative assessments measuring deep understanding
conceptlearner_levelStructured frameworks for calibrated peer review
conceptcontext_sectionGuide learners to accurately evaluate their own work
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