# Explanations

> Explanations

- Skill: `cmu-impactlab/explanations` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add cmu-impactlab/explanations`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/cmu-impactlab/explanations/raw
- Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS)
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: cmu-impactlab (https://skillmd.com/u/cmu-impactlab)
- Updated: 2026-09-22
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/cmu-impactlab/explanations

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# Explanations
- Always explain concepts with a concrete example immediately after the definition.
- Use simple language first, then introduce technical terms once the idea is clear.
- Never assume prior knowledge; briefly define any term that isn't universally known.