BMAD-METHOD/bmad/cis/README.md
Brian Madison cfedecbd53 docs: massive documentation overhaul + introduce Paige (Documentation Guide agent)
## 📚 Complete Documentation Restructure

**BMM Documentation Hub Created:**
- New centralized documentation system at `src/modules/bmm/docs/`
- 18 comprehensive guides organized by topic (7000+ lines total)
- Clear learning paths for greenfield, brownfield, and quick spec flows
- Professional technical writing standards throughout

**New Documentation:**
- `README.md` - Complete documentation hub with navigation
- `quick-start.md` - 15-minute getting started guide
- `agents-guide.md` - Comprehensive 12-agent reference (45 min read)
- `party-mode.md` - Multi-agent collaboration guide (20 min read)
- `scale-adaptive-system.md` - Deep dive on Levels 0-4 (42 min read)
- `brownfield-guide.md` - Existing codebase development (53 min read)
- `quick-spec-flow.md` - Rapid Level 0-1 development (26 min read)
- `workflows-analysis.md` - Phase 1 workflows (12 min read)
- `workflows-planning.md` - Phase 2 workflows (19 min read)
- `workflows-solutioning.md` - Phase 3 workflows (13 min read)
- `workflows-implementation.md` - Phase 4 workflows (33 min read)
- `workflows-testing.md` - Testing & QA workflows (29 min read)
- `workflow-architecture-reference.md` - Architecture workflow deep-dive
- `workflow-document-project-reference.md` - Document-project workflow reference
- `enterprise-agentic-development.md` - Team collaboration patterns
- `faq.md` - Comprehensive Q&A covering all topics
- `glossary.md` - Complete terminology reference
- `troubleshooting.md` - Common issues and solutions

**Documentation Improvements:**
- Removed all version/date footers (git handles versioning)
- Agent customization docs now include full rebuild process
- Cross-referenced links between all guides
- Reading time estimates for all major docs
- Consistent professional formatting and structure

**Consolidated & Streamlined:**
- Module README (`src/modules/bmm/README.md`) streamlined to lean signpost
- Root README polished with better hierarchy and clear CTAs
- Moved docs from root `docs/` to module-specific locations
- Better separation of user docs vs. developer reference

## 🤖 New Agent: Paige (Documentation Guide)

**Role:** Technical documentation specialist and information architect

**Expertise:**
- Professional technical writing standards
- Documentation structure and organization
- Information architecture and navigation
- User-focused content design
- Style guide enforcement

**Status:** Work in progress - Paige will evolve as documentation needs grow

**Integration:**
- Listed in agents-guide.md, glossary.md, FAQ
- Available for all phases (documentation is continuous)
- Can be customized like all BMM agents

## 🔧 Additional Changes

- Updated agent manifest with Paige
- Updated workflow manifest with new documentation workflows
- Fixed workflow-to-agent mappings across all guides
- Improved root README with clearer Quick Start section
- Better module structure explanations
- Enhanced community links with Discord channel names

**Total Impact:**
- 18 new/restructured documentation files
- 7000+ lines of professional technical documentation
- Complete navigation system with cross-references
- Clear learning paths for all user types
- Foundation for knowledge base (coming in beta)

Co-Authored-By: Claude <noreply@anthropic.com>
2025-11-02 21:18:33 -06:00

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# CIS - Creative Intelligence Suite
AI-powered creative facilitation transforming strategic thinking through expert coaching across five specialized domains.
## Table of Contents
- [Core Capabilities](#core-capabilities)
- [Specialized Agents](#specialized-agents)
- [Interactive Workflows](#interactive-workflows)
- [Quick Start](#quick-start)
- [Key Differentiators](#key-differentiators)
- [Configuration](#configuration)
## Core Capabilities
CIS provides structured creative methodologies through distinctive agent personas who act as master facilitators, drawing out insights through strategic questioning rather than generating solutions directly.
## Specialized Agents
[View detailed agent descriptions →](./agents/README.md)
- **Carson** - Brainstorming Specialist (energetic facilitator)
- **Maya** - Design Thinking Maestro (jazz-like improviser)
- **Dr. Quinn** - Problem Solver (detective-scientist hybrid)
- **Victor** - Innovation Oracle (bold strategic precision)
- **Sophia** - Master Storyteller (whimsical narrator)
## Interactive Workflows
[View all workflows →](./workflows/README.md)
**5 Workflows** with **150+ Creative Techniques:**
### Brainstorming
36 techniques across 7 categories for ideation
- Divergent/convergent thinking
- Lateral connections
- Forced associations
### Design Thinking
Complete 5-phase human-centered process
- Empathize → Define → Ideate → Prototype → Test
- User journey mapping
- Rapid iteration
### Problem Solving
Systematic root cause analysis
- 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams
- Solution generation
- Impact assessment
### Innovation Strategy
Business model disruption
- Blue Ocean Strategy
- Jobs-to-be-Done
- Disruptive innovation patterns
### Storytelling
25 narrative frameworks
- Hero's Journey
- Story circles
- Compelling pitch structures
## Quick Start
### Direct Workflow
```bash
# Start interactive session
workflow brainstorming
# With context document
workflow design-thinking --data /path/to/context.md
```
### Agent-Facilitated
```bash
# Load agent
agent cis/brainstorming-coach
# Start workflow
> *brainstorm
```
## Key Differentiators
- **Facilitation Over Generation** - Guides discovery through questions
- **Energy-Aware Sessions** - Adapts to engagement levels
- **Context Integration** - Domain-specific guidance support
- **Persona-Driven** - Unique communication styles
- **Rich Method Libraries** - 150+ proven techniques
## Configuration
Edit `/bmad/cis/config.yaml`:
```yaml
output_folder: ./creative-outputs
user_name: Your Name
communication_language: english
```
## Module Structure
```
cis/
├── agents/ # 5 specialized facilitators
├── workflows/ # 5 interactive processes
│ ├── brainstorming/
│ ├── design-thinking/
│ ├── innovation-strategy/
│ ├── problem-solving/
│ └── storytelling/
├── tasks/ # Supporting operations
└── teams/ # Agent collaborations
```
## Integration Points
CIS workflows integrate with:
- **BMM** - Powers project brainstorming
- **BMB** - Creative module design
- **Custom Modules** - Shared creative resource
## Best Practices
1. **Set clear objectives** before starting sessions
2. **Provide context documents** for domain relevance
3. **Trust the process** - Let facilitation guide you
4. **Take breaks** when energy flags
5. **Document insights** as they emerge
## Related Documentation
- **[Workflow Guide](./workflows/README.md)** - Detailed workflow instructions
- **[Agent Personas](./agents/README.md)** - Full agent descriptions
- **[BMM Integration](../bmm/README.md)** - Development workflow connection
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Part of BMad Method v6.0 - Transform creative potential through expert AI facilitation.