# Decision Matrix

> Use when the user must choose between 2-4 options and wants a weighted, scored decision matrix with a recommendation. Triggers include "help me decide", "decision matrix", "weigh these options".

- Skill: `codejunkie99/decision-matrix` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add codejunkie99/decision-matrix`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/codejunkie99/decision-matrix/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: codejunkie99 (https://skillmd.com/u/codejunkie99)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/codejunkie99/decision-matrix

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# Decision Matrix

When the user supplies options and context, build a weighted scoring matrix and recommend a choice.

## Variables
- `[LIST 2-4 OPTIONS]`
- `[RELEVANT BACKGROUND]` — budget, timeline, team, goals

## Prompt Template

I need to decide between these options: [LIST 2-4 OPTIONS]

Context: [RELEVANT BACKGROUND — budget, timeline, team, goals]

Build a decision matrix:
1. Identify the 5 most important criteria for this decision (ask me if unsure)
2. Weight each criterion by importance (must total 100%)
3. Score each option against each criterion (1-10)
4. Calculate weighted scores
5. Present as a formatted table

Then write a 2-paragraph recommendation that:
- Clearly states which option to choose and why
- Acknowledges the strongest argument for the runner-up
- Identifies the one condition that would change the recommendation