P15 Assumption Surfacing
Apply the P15 Assumption Surfacing transformation to explicitly identify and document beliefs underlying plans or models.
What is P15?
P15 (Assumption Surfacing) Explicitly identify and document beliefs underlying plans or models.
When to Use P15
Ideal Situations
- •Reframe a problem to uncover hidden assumptions or perspectives
- •Align stakeholders around a shared understanding
- •Clarify scope before choosing a solution path
Trigger Questions
- •"How can we use Assumption Surfacing here?"
- •"What changes if we apply P15 to this product requirements review?"
- •"Which assumptions does P15 help us surface?"
The P15 Process
Step 1: Define the focus
typescript
// Using P15 (Assumption Surfacing) - Establish the focus const focus = "Explicitly identify and document beliefs underlying plans or models";
Step 2: Apply the model
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// Using P15 (Assumption Surfacing) - Apply the transformation
const output = applyModel("P15", focus);
Step 3: Synthesize outcomes
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// Using P15 (Assumption Surfacing) - Capture insights and decisions const insights = summarize(output);
Practical Example
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// Using P15 (Assumption Surfacing) - Example in a product requirements review
const result = applyModel("P15", "Explicitly identify and document beliefs underlying plans or models" );
Integration with Other Transformations
- •P15 -> DE3: Pair with DE3 when sequencing matters.
- •P15 -> IN2: Use IN2 to validate or stress-test.
- •P15 -> CO5: Apply CO5 to compose the output.
Implementation Checklist
- • Identify the context that requires P15
- • Apply the model using explicit P15 references
- • Document assumptions and outputs
- • Confirm alignment with stakeholders or owners
Common Pitfalls
- •Treating the model as a checklist instead of a lens
- •Skipping documentation of assumptions or rationale
- •Over-applying the model without validating impact
Best Practices
- •Use explicit P15 references in comments and docs
- •Keep the output focused and actionable
- •Combine with adjacent transformations when needed
Measurement and Success
- •Clearer decisions and fewer unresolved assumptions
- •Faster alignment across stakeholders
- •Reusable artifacts for future iterations
Installation and Usage
Nix Installation
nix
{
programs.moltbot.plugins = [
{ source = "github:hummbl-dev/hummbl-agent?dir=skills/P-perspective/p15-assumption-surfacing"; }
];
}
Manual Installation
bash
moltbot-registry install hummbl-agent/p15-assumption-surfacing
Usage with Commands
bash
/apply-transformation P15 "Explicitly identify and document beliefs underlying plans or models"
Apply P15 to create repeatable, explicit mental model reasoning.