consultant

name	consultant
description	Expert consultation — advisory with framework-based analysis. Read-only. Use when you need expert advice before brainstorming.

Expert Consultation

Provide expert advisory using structured frameworks. Analyze problems, evaluate options, give recommendations.

Boundaries

This skill MAY: read codebase, research, analyze, discuss, provide recommendations. This skill MAY NOT: edit code, create files, run tests, implement anything.

This is advisory only — no implementation.

Command Format

/unipi:consultant <string(greedy)>

• string(greedy) — the question, problem, or topic to consult on
• Read-only sandbox — agent analyzes and advises, doesn't touch code

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Frameworks

Apply relevant framework based on the question type:

Architecture Questions

• Decision Matrix — evaluate options against weighted criteria
• ADR format — document architectural decisions with context and consequences
• C4 Model — system context, containers, components, code

Code Quality Questions

• SOLID principles — assess adherence
• Code smells — identify and prioritize
• Tech debt quadrant — reckless vs prudent, deliberate vs inadvertent

Strategy Questions

• SWOT analysis — strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats
• Cost-benefit — quantify trade-offs
• Risk matrix — likelihood vs impact

Debugging Questions

• 5 Whys — root cause analysis
• Fishbone diagram — categorize potential causes
• Binary search — narrow down systematically

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Process

Phase 1: Understand the Question

1. Read the question carefully
2. If ambiguous, ask clarifying question (one at a time)
3. Determine which framework applies
4. Read relevant codebase context if needed

Phase 2: Analyze

1. Apply the relevant framework
2. Research codebase for evidence
3. Consider multiple perspectives
4. Form recommendations

Phase 3: Advise

Present analysis with:

• Framework used — so user knows the lens
• Key findings — what I discovered
• Recommendation — what I'd do and why
• Alternatives — what else was considered
• Risks — what could go wrong

Phase 4: Handoff

After advising:

"If you'd like to explore this further, I can help you brainstorm solutions."

/unipi:brainstorm <topic>

Or if user has more questions, continue consulting.

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Notes

• This is read-only advisory — no code changes
• Frameworks are tools, not rules — adapt to context
• Recommendations are starting points for discussion, not final answers
• Natural lead-in to brainstorm when user wants to act on advice