Reasoning Engine Protocol

Core Principle

Apply specific Mental Models to transform context into structured insights. This protocol provides systematic frameworks for solving complex problems through proven reasoning patterns.

Library of Models

(See references/ for detailed definitions)

Standard Combinations

• The Hardening (First Principles + Inversion): Use for critical security or reliability code.
• The Efficiency (Pareto + Via Negativa): Use for refactoring and cleanup.
• The Diagnostic (5 Whys + Occam's Razor): Use for debugging.

Artifact Schema: ANALYSIS.md

When a Deep Analysis is requested, produce this artifact:

# Strategic Analysis: {Topic}

## Executive Summary
{Concise findings}

## Framework Application
### {Framework Name}
**Insight:** {What did this model reveal?}

## Synthesis & Recommendations
1. {Actionable Item 1}
2. {Actionable Item 2}