# Better Think

> Deep multi-pass technical reasoning for architecture and high-impact decisions using structured synthesis and verification.

- Skill: `rldyourmnd/better-think` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add rldyourmnd/better-think`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/rldyourmnd/better-think/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: rldyourmnd (https://skillmd.com/u/rldyourmnd)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/rldyourmnd/better-think

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# Better Think (Codex)

Use this skill for high-stakes design or decision-making.

## Trigger

Use when the user asks to:
- design system architecture,
- compare multiple solution strategies,
- make irreversible technical decisions,
- reason through complex tradeoffs.

## Primary Workflow

1. Gather constraints from codebase, Serena memories, and task context.
2. Run structured reasoning rounds (minimum 5) with sequential thinking.
3. Cross-check technology claims via Context7.
4. Evaluate alternatives across correctness, cost, risk, and operability.
5. Produce a final decision memo with assumptions and residual risks.

## Operating Rules

- Separate facts, assumptions, and recommendations.
- Prefer explicit tradeoffs over generic advice.
- Use concrete implementation implications, not only theory.
- Do not modify code unless user asks for implementation.

## Output Contract

- `Decision options` and `tradeoffs`
- `Recommended path` with rationale
- `Implementation implications`
- `Risk register` and validation checkpoints