thinking-model-routerlisted

# Model Router ## Overview This is the **master routing skill** for all mental models. Instead of knowing 38 frameworks, start here. Identify your domain and problem type, and this skill points you to the right model(s). Think of it as the "which tool do I use?" guide. **Core Principle:** Don't memorize models—memorize how to find the right one. Domain + Problem Type → Model. ## Quick Router ### Step 1: What's Your Domain? | Domain | You're working on... | |--------|---------------------| | **Coding/Debugging** | Bugs, errors, performance issues, root cause | | **Architecture** | System design, technical decisions, scalability | | **Product** | Features, user needs, prioritization, roadmap | | **Business Strategy** | Competition, growth, market, organization | | **Personal Decisions** | Career, life choices, major commitments | | **Abstract/Analytical** | Arguments, ideas, theories, pure reasoning | | **Risk/Safety** | What could go wrong, preparation, resilience | | **Innovation** | New ideas, breakthroughs, creative solutions | ### Step 2: What's Your Problem Type? | Type | You need to... | |------|----------------| | **Diagnose** | Find root cause, understand why | | **Decide** | Choose between options | | **Understand** | Grasp how something works | | **Create** | Generate new solutions | | **Evaluate** | Judge quality or validity | | **Predict** | Forecast outcomes | | **Optimize** | Improve performance | --- ## Domain → Model Maps ### 🖥️ Coding & Debugging