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Use when entering unfamiliar codebase, starting new task, or needing to build context before acting - exploration and discovery phase
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Based on SOC occupation classification
Use when generating system diagrams, architecture charts, or flowcharts — selects the right tool and approach based on diagram topology
Use when ready to implement - writing code with TDD discipline, progressive building from simple to complex, immediate feedback loops
Use when you have enough context to plan implementation - brainstorming approaches, writing plans, making architecture decisions
Use when completing work, reviewing code quality, extracting reusable patterns, or writing skills - refinement and knowledge crystallization
Use when work appears complete, when debugging issues, or before claiming any success - diagnostic verification using evidence not confidence
Use when starting any conversation or task - establishes the Five Elements skill framework for systematic development with progressive mastery from zero to zenith
| name | z-observe |
| description | Use when entering unfamiliar codebase, starting new task, or needing to build context before acting - exploration and discovery phase |
「知止而后有定」— 水无常形，因地制流。探索方法应适应项目地形。
Glob + ls → 目录结构、文件类型分布Grep + Read → 核心模块、API入口、数据模型Explore Agent → 跨文件语义理解、架构模式识别何时停止探索（止）：
探索过度的信号：
对于大型未知项目，采用禹步法——三步定位：
水生木：探索完成后，上下文充足 → 自然流入 z-design（谋·木）进行规划。
土克水：若已有充分验证数据/经验，无需再探索。证据终止探索。
Cross-ref: Explore agents for parallel exploration, superpowers:brainstorming for intent clarification.