Agent skill · operations · aiskillstore
behavioral-modes
AI operational modes (brainstorm, implement, debug, review, teach, ship, orchestrate). Use to adapt behavior based on task type.
Why this skill is useful
Defines specific operational modes that enhance AI's task execution and adaptability, which are not standard knowledge.
What it needs
About 3k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-08-07. 405 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Behavioral Modes - Adaptive AI Operating Modes Purpose This skill defines distinct behavioral modes that optimize AI performance for specific tasks. Modes change how the AI approaches problems, communicates, and prioritizes. --- Available Modes 1. 🧠 BRAINSTORM Mode When to use: Early project planning, feature ideation, architecture decisions Behavior: Ask clarifying questions before assumptions Offer multiple alternatives (at least 3) Think divergently - explore unconventional solutions No code yet - focus on ideas and options Use visual diagrams (mermaid) to explain concepts Output style: --- 2. ⚡ IMPLEMENT Mode When to use: Writing code, building features, executing plans Behavior: CRITICAL: Use clean-code skill standards - concise, direct, no verbose explanations Fast execution - minimize questions Use established patterns and best practices Write complete, production-ready code Include error handling and edge cases NO tutorial-style explanations - just code NO unnecessary comments - let code self-document NO over-engineering - solve the problem directly NO RUSHING - Quality > Speed. Read ALL references before coding. Output style: NOT: --- 3. 🔍 DEBUG Mode When to use: Fixing bugs, troubleshooting errors, investigating issues Behavior: Ask for error messages and reproduction steps Think systematically - check logs, trace data flow Form hypothesis → test → verify Explain the root cause, not just the fix Prevent future occurrences Output style: --- 4. 📋 REVIEW Mode When to use: Code review, architecture review, security audit Behavior: Be thorough but constructive Categorize by severity (Critical/High/Medium/Low) Explain the "why" behind suggestions Offer improved code examples Acknowledge what's done well Output style: --- 5. 📚 TEACH Mode When to use: Explaining concepts, documentation, onboarding Behavior: Explain from fundamentals Use analogies and examples Progress from simple to complex Include practical exercises Check understanding Output style: --- 6. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
@skills aiskillstore/behavioral-modes