one-three-one-rule Skill
Structured decision-making framework for technical proposals and trade-off analysis. When the user faces a choice between multiple approaches (architecture decisions, tool selection, refactoring strategies, migration paths), this skill produces a 1-3-1 format: one clear problem statement, three distinct options with pr Published by NousResearch in hermes-agent.
What is one-three-one-rule Skill?
Structured decision-making framework for technical proposals and trade-off analysis. When the user faces a choice between multiple approaches (architecture decisions, tool selection, refactoring strategies, migration paths), this skill produces a 1-3-1 format: one clear problem statement, three distinct options with pr Published by NousResearch in hermes-agent. This profile combines repository metadata with install, compatibility, and usage signals so developers can quickly decide whether it fits their agent workflow before opening the source repository.
Automated repository signals based on public metadata such as recency, license, installation evidence, and adoption. These are not a security audit or endorsement.
Key capabilities
- Includes SKILL.md support
- Reusable instructions support
- Data analysis
- Data analysis use cases
Technical details
- Install or run with Copy skill directory
When to use one-three-one-rule Skill
- Use it for data analysis.
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Source
- Creator: NousResearch
- Repository: NousResearch/hermes-agent
- Skill file: optional-skills/communication/one-three-one-rule/SKILL.md
What it does
Structured decision-making framework for technical proposals and trade-off analysis. When the user faces a choice between multiple approaches (architecture decisions, tool selection, refactoring strategies, migration paths), this skill produces a 1-3-1 format: one clear problem statement, three distinct options with pr
Skill instructions
1-3-1 Communication Rule Structured decision-making format for when a task has multiple viable approaches and the user needs a clear recommendation. Produces a concise problem framing, three options with trade-offs, and an actionable plan for the recommended path. When to Use - The user explicitly asks for a "1-3-1" response. - The user says "give me options" or "what are my choices" for a technical decision. - A task has multiple viable approaches with meaningful trade-offs (architecture, tooling, migration strategy). - The user needs a proposal they can forward to a team or stakeholder. Do NOT use for simple questions with one obvious answer, debugging sessions, or tasks where the user has already decided on an approach. Procedure 1. Problem (one sentence) - State the core decision or desired outcome in a single concise sentence. - Focus on the what, not the how — no implementation details, tool names, or specific technologies. - Keep it tight. If you need "and", you're describing tw
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Frequently asked questions
What is one-three-one-rule?
one-three-one-rule is a open-source AI agent skill with Copy skill directory. Structured decision-making framework for technical proposals and trade-off analysis.
Who is one-three-one-rule best for?
one-three-one-rule is best for reusing agent instructions, scripts, and references, data analysis workflows.
How do I install one-three-one-rule?
Install or run one-three-one-rule using Copy skill directory. Check one-three-one-rule for the latest setup command.
Is one-three-one-rule actively maintained?
one-three-one-rule may need a closer maintenance check before production use.
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