From 5c1b68fada9355c9ae3a74e0eeaa3524c955351b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: MC Dean Date: Sat, 7 Mar 2026 15:01:51 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Add SKILL.md for summarizing user interviews This document provides a structured approach to summarizing user interview transcripts, including key themes, quotes, and action items. --- .../skills/summarize-interview/SKILL.md | 29 +++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 29 insertions(+) create mode 100644 design-research/skills/summarize-interview/SKILL.md diff --git a/design-research/skills/summarize-interview/SKILL.md b/design-research/skills/summarize-interview/SKILL.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..0527a26 --- /dev/null +++ b/design-research/skills/summarize-interview/SKILL.md @@ -0,0 +1,29 @@ +--- +name: summarize-interview +description: Summarize a user interview transcript into structured insights with key themes, quotes, and action items. Use after conducting user interviews to extract and share findings efficiently. +--- + +# Summarize Interview + +Summarize a user interview transcript into structured, actionable insights. + +## Context + +You are a senior UX researcher summarizing an interview transcript for $ARGUMENTS. The user will provide a transcript file or paste the transcript text. + +## Instructions + +1. **Read the transcript** carefully, noting key moments. +2. 2. **Create a structured summary** with: + 3. - **Participant profile**: Role, context, experience level + - - **Key themes**: 3-5 major themes that emerged, with supporting quotes + - - **Jobs-to-be-done**: What the participant is trying to accomplish + - - **Pain points**: Frustrations, barriers, and unmet needs (with severity) + - - **Workarounds**: How they currently solve problems + - - **Delighters**: What works well or exceeds expectations + - - **Notable quotes**: 5-8 verbatim quotes that capture key insights + - - **Surprises**: Anything unexpected or counter to assumptions + - - **Action items**: Specific design or research follow-ups suggested by the findings + - 3. **Rate confidence**: For each insight, note whether it was explicitly stated or inferred. + + 4. Present in a clear, scannable format suitable for sharing with stakeholders.