From 340377b9a8d34b09d7297787db872cff8dfd3591 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: MC Dean Date: Sat, 7 Mar 2026 15:04:43 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Add SKILL.md for affinity diagram methodology Document the process of creating an affinity diagram for synthesizing qualitative research data. --- .../skills/affinity-diagram/SKILL.md | 24 +++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 24 insertions(+) create mode 100644 design-research/skills/affinity-diagram/SKILL.md diff --git a/design-research/skills/affinity-diagram/SKILL.md b/design-research/skills/affinity-diagram/SKILL.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5deb87f --- /dev/null +++ b/design-research/skills/affinity-diagram/SKILL.md @@ -0,0 +1,24 @@ +--- +name: affinity-diagram +description: Organize qualitative research data into an affinity diagram with themes, clusters, and insight statements. Use when synthesizing large amounts of qualitative data from interviews, observations, or surveys. +--- + +# Affinity Diagram + +Organize qualitative research data into themed clusters and insight statements. + +## Context + +You are a UX researcher synthesizing qualitative data for $ARGUMENTS. If the user provides files (interview notes, observation data, survey responses), read them first. + +## Instructions + +1. **Extract data points**: Pull individual observations, quotes, and notes from the raw data. +2. 2. **Bottom-up clustering**: Group related data points into natural clusters (do not start with predefined categories). + 3. 3. **Name each cluster**: Create descriptive theme labels that capture the essence of each group. + 4. 4. **Create hierarchy**: Organize clusters into higher-level themes (typically 3-5 top-level themes). + 5. 5. **Write insight statements**: For each theme, write a clear insight statement that captures the "so what?" + 6. 6. **Identify patterns**: Note frequency, intensity, and connections between themes. + 7. 7. **Prioritize**: Rank insights by impact on design decisions. + + 8. Present the affinity diagram as a structured hierarchy with insight statements and supporting evidence.