External Model Selection

Purpose: Select the best external AI models for your specific task based on empirical performance data from production bug investigations.

When Claude invokes this Skill: When you need to consult external models, choose between different LLMs, or want diverse perspectives on architectural decisions, code bugs, or design choices.

Quick Reference: Top Models

🥇 Tier 1 - Primary Recommendations (Use First)

1. MiniMax M2 (minimax/minimax-m2)

• Score: 91/100 | Speed: 3 min ⚡⚡⚡ | Cost: $$
• Best for: Fast root cause analysis, production bugs, when you need simple implementable fixes
• Proven: Found exact bug (column calculation error) in 3 minutes during LSP investigation
• Why it wins: Pinpoint accuracy, avoids overengineering, focuses on simplest solution first