# IterativeDepth

> Multi-angle iterative exploration for deeper ISC extraction. USE WHEN iterative depth, deep exploration, multi-angle analysis, explore deeper, multiple perspectives on problem, examine from angles, OR when the Algorithm's OBSERVE phase needs enhanced ISC extraction.

- Skill: `steffen025/iterativedepth` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 4 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add steffen025/iterativedepth`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/steffen025/iterativedepth/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: steffen025 (https://skillmd.com/u/steffen025)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/steffen025/iterativedepth

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## Customization

**Before executing, check for user customizations at:**
`~/.opencode/PAI/USER/SKILLCUSTOMIZATIONS/IterativeDepth/`

If this directory exists, load and apply any PREFERENCES.md, configurations, or resources found there. These override default behavior. If the directory does not exist, proceed with skill defaults.


# IterativeDepth

**Structured multi-angle exploration of the same problem to extract deeper understanding and richer ISC criteria.**

Grounded in 20 established scientific techniques across cognitive science (Hermeneutic Circle, Triangulation), AI/ML (Self-Consistency, Ensemble Methods), requirements engineering (Viewpoint-Oriented RE), and design thinking (Six Thinking Hats, Causal Layered Analysis).

## Core Concept

Instead of analyzing a problem once, run 2-8 structured passes through the same problem, each from a systematically different **lens**. Each pass surfaces requirements, edge cases, and criteria invisible from other angles. The combination yields ISC criteria that no single-pass analysis could produce.

## Workflow Routing

| Trigger | Workflow |
|---------|----------|
| "iterative depth", "explore deeper", "multi-angle" | `Workflows/Explore.md` |
| "quick depth", "fast angles" | `Workflows/Explore.md` (Fast mode: 2 lenses) |

## Quick Reference

- **8 Lenses** available, scaled by SLA (2-8)
- **Each lens** is a structurally different exploration angle
- **Output** is new/refined ISC criteria per pass
- **Integration** point: Algorithm OBSERVE phase

**Full Documentation:**
- Scientific grounding: `ScientificFoundation.md`
- Lens definitions: `TheLenses.md`