Problem-Solving

Structured techniques for different types of stuck-ness. Each targets a specific pattern. Don't try harder — try differently.

When to Activate

Observable triggers — the agent or navigator detects:

• Complexity spiral: 3+ approaches tried, special cases growing, "just one more condition" repeating
• Assumption trap: Solution feels forced, "only way to do it," no alternatives considered
• Scale mismatch: Works in dev, breaks in production. Passes with test data, fails with real data
• Undiagnosed failure: Test keeps failing after multiple fix attempts without clear root cause